General Precautions

Only purchase Essential Oils from a reputable company with documentation on purity. Essential Oils should have a lot number, expiration date, and tamper-proof lid.
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Only use high-quality Essential Oils identified by the botanical name and given the chemical variety (ct chemo-type) of the oil where appropriate. For example, Thymus vulgaris is the botanical name for Thyme. There are two different chemotypes of Thyme commonly sold. Thyme ct. thymol contains phenols and is an irritant to the skin and large amounts are liver toxic which makes it inappropriate for children, the elderly, or those who have liver diseases. The other is Thyme ct. linalool which is non-toxic and non-irritating and is very useful for children.
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The majority of Thyme ct. linalool in the marketplace today is a 'nature like' product, not a pure from the plant Essential Oil. Alexandria is recommending the use of Palmarosa in place of Thyme ct. linalool.
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Keep your Essential Oils away from children, with the caps securely tightened.
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Do not expose to heat, light or the air. Replacing the caps as soon as you finish the bottle will help to extend the life of your oils. Unnecessary exposure to the air will cause the oils to oxidize and spoil.