Several essential oils should be avoided at ratios above 3% such as:
Aniseed, basil, birch camphor, clary sage, hyssop, mogwort, oak moss, parley seed or leaf, pennyroyal, peppermint, rosemary, rue, sage, tansy, tarragon, thuja, thyme, wintergreen, wormwood. Fortunately, we formulate with less than
1% with these oils. Keep in mind using 100% essential oils on skin is not
recommended, pregnant or not.
While there are several essential oils to avoid at higher percentages, these are safe and have been known to help during pregnancy: cardamom, ginger, frankincense, German or Roman chamomile, lavender, neroli, petitgrain, rose or rosewood, geranium, lemon, patchouli, sandalwood, wild orange
The remaining products at ModernRoots are safe to use for pregnancy or breastfeeding. In fact, we have several items for this beautiful time of your life and are here to support your growing family.
It is important to note, not all women like smells during pregnancy. This is a case by case situation and during this sensitive time, individuals can become more sensitive to ingredients compared to when
they are not pregnant. Be sure to checkout our scent free options.