Because many women have questions about which essential oils they can and cannot use during pregnancy, we have created this category with products that can be used during pregnancy.

Which essential oils to use during pregnancy?

That is why we have selected a number of wellness products and essential oils that are good to use during pregnancy.
Use this even more sparingly than usual.
So only use half the normal dosage in a bath oil or massage oil.

We strongly advise against internal use of essential oil.
First there is a selection of essential oils that cannot be used.
This is followed by a selection of essential oils that may be used at low doses during pregnancy.

If you are sensitive to scents, you should not use essential oils at all during pregnancy.
When are you sensitive to smells? If you normally have to be careful with your eau de parfum, deodorant, shower gel, etc.

If you are not sensitive to essential oils and fragrances, essential oils can help you too.
Always use essential oils diluted in a base oil, bath oil, body lotion, etc. or buy our ready-made wellness products that can be found in this category.

Please note: we have made this selection based on our range.
If another supplier has more essential oils, first check carefully whether the use of the other types of essential oils is also responsible.
It is best not to use essential oils until the twelfth week of pregnancy.

Essential oils that you can NOT use during pregnancy

We strongly advise against using these essential oils during pregnancy, because they can be harmful to the mother and unborn child.
This applies to all menstrual promoting essential oils in women with a history of miscarriage and / or premature birth.

Anise
Atlas cedar
Basil
Blue Chamomile
Cedar
Juniper
Cinnamon
Clove
Lemongrass
Nutmeg
Oregano
Peppermint
Rosemary
Sage
Fennel
Wintergreen

Essential oils that you can use externally from 5 months during pregnancy

Lemon
Lavender
tangerine
Petitgrain

Use these essential oils in a bath or massage oil in a low dose.
Mix 10 drops of Lavender or Mandarin essential oils with 100 ml Apricot kernel oil.
Always test a massage oil enriched with an essential oil on the wrist for a day to see if your skin can handle it. (so no red spots)

Use these essential oils against stretch marks or as a massage oil from the fifth month:

Before the fifth month, use pure apricot kernel oil to combat stretch marks.
Apply the oil to your stomach every morning and before going to sleep.

If there are any adverse effects on the skin, always consult the doctor or midwife.

If you have any good tips that you can best pay attention to during pregnancy with regard to essential oils, please send an email to [email protected].