Essential oils are great for aromatherapy, uplifting the senses, and promoting a sense of serious relaxation, but are they well and truly bad for your skin? I wanted to do a little more investigating.

Soothing and hydrating, this essential oil can balance oil production in the skin and hair while also promoting relaxation and hence reducing stress. How to use essential oils for promoting hair ...

However, Dr. Penzi points out that essential oils have biologically active components and may be toxic. “Oils with high concentrations of aldehydes and phenols may cause skin irritation,” she ...