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May help soothe symptoms associated with nerve and skin eruption discomfort.

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Shhh-Ingles Shield
Ravintsara/Ho Leaf (Cinnamomum camphora), Clove (Eugenia scayophyllata), Lemon (Citrus limonum), Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamon zeylanicum), Eucalyptus radiata, Rosemary ct. verbenone (Rosmarinus officinalis)

Safety Information
Children: Skin irritation risk; use with caution on children under 2 years of age. Do not apply on or near the face of an infant or young child. See Safety information below.

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not suitable due to Cinnamon Bark. See Safety information below.

Medication/Health Condition:
Caution Orally: May interact with Pethidine, MAOIs or SSRIs. Diabetes and Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Major Surgery and Childbirth (one week before and after), Peptic Ulcers, Hemophilia and other Bleeding disorders, Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis

Therapeutic Uses

Shhh-Ingles Shield essential oil blend may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:

Antioxidant

Antiseptic

Antiviral (herpes)

Arthritis

Bacterial infections

Bronchitis

Circulation

Cold and flu

Colitis (per Jean Valnet, MD)

Cough

Cystitis

Ear infection

Expectorant

Fatigue (physical and mental)

Flu

Fluid retention

Fungal

Galbladder function

Glandular support

Head lice

Hepatitis (per Jean Valnet, MD)

Herpes (Blended with Tamanu oil, Ravintsara has been used to ease the pain and inflammation of shingles and all forms of herpes.)

Herpes simplex (blend with Bergamot)

Immune system

Infection: bacterial, fungal, infectious disease

Inflammation and pain

Influenza

Insect bites, stings, deterrent

Joints

Liver tonic

Lungs, infection

Lyme

Lymphatic system

Lymphoma (per Jean Valnet, MD)

Measles

Menstrual issues

Mental clarity, cognition, concentration, focus, memory

Mucus, expectorant

Muscle, minor aches and pain

Nerve pain (neuralgia)

Nervous system support

Neuralgia

Pain

Pneumonia

Respiratory system: asthma, bronchitis, congestion, infection, mucus, pneumonia

Rheumatism

Ringworm

Scabies

Shingles (Blended with Tamanu oil, Ravintsara has been used to ease the pain and inflammation of shingles and all forms of herpes.)

Sinus

Spasms

Sprains

Throat, sore tonsils

Tuberculosis

Urinary infections

Viral infections

Warts

Whooping cough

Shingles / Herpes Zoster Research and Information
Shingles is an acute, painful inflammation of the nerve cell bodies with skin eruptions. It is caused by the same virus as chicken pox (herpes zoster). The initial infection with varicella zoster virus causes the acute, short-lived illness we call chickenpox, but once an episode of chickenpox is resolved, the virus is not eliminated from the body, but lies dormant in sensory (skin) nerves. If the immune system is compromised (from things including emotional stress, illness or long-term use of corticosteroids), the dormant viruses may start to infect the pathway of the skin nerves, which is called shingles, and often happens many years after the initial infection.

The earliest symptoms of shingles often include headache, fever, malaise and at times, intestinal upset, and are followed by sensations of burning pain, itching, oversensitivity and a “pins and needles” tingling, pricking or numbness. The pain can be mild to extreme. This initial phase (generally 1-2 days, but sometimes as long as 3 weeks) is followed by a painful skin rash of blisters that erupt along the nerve pathway, which is commonly on the torso, but can appear on the face, eyes and other parts of the body. Occurrences of shingles around the eyes or on the forehead can cause blindness. The rash typically appears in a stripe or belt-like pattern that is characteristically limited to one side of the body and does not cross the midline.

Equal amounts of RAVINTSARA essential oil and TAMANU oil (Calophyllum) applied to a shingles outbreak have produced dramatic improvement and complete remission within 7 days (Alternative Medicine, The Definitive Guide, p. 56, 971). We call this blend SHHH-INGLES B GONE and added GERANIUM essential oil to this protocol because of its positive affects for nerves and skin regeneration.

Essential Oil Therapy for Shingles by The School for Aromatic Studies

A health care provider wrote: BHT and lots of Vitamin C will get rid of shingles in a week.
More information about BHT usage

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)

Due to the potential skin irritating properties in Shhh-Ingles Shield, the preferred mode of use may be through oral ingestion, ideally 1-2 drops several times daily taken by capsule diluted with a suitable carrier oil. (Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt)
Maximum adult oral limit is 35 drops daily (Tisserand/Young), which would be much more than wise to take daily. Typically, one will take a diluted drop or two several times daily.

Internal: Shhh-Ingles Shield is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. Due to the potential skin irritating properties in Shhh-Ingles Shield, Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt feels the preferred mode of use is internally, ideally taken by capsule diluted with a suitable carrier oil. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.

Maximum adult oral limit is 35 drops daily, which would be much more than wise to take daily. Typically, one will take a diluted drop or two several times daily.
Click here for information about internal usage.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler

Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Since the oils are said to be metabolized and eliminated within an hour or two, frequent application may be beneficial when fighting a battle.
Skin Irritation/Sensitization Warning: Due to the potential skin irritating/sensitizing properties of Cinnamon Bark, the maximum topical use level is 0.39%, which is about one drop in a 10mL roll-on applicator.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. I am close to four people who have bouts with Shingles, and in every case they have found relief with equal parts of Plague Defense and Ravintsara (Shhh-Ingles Shield) in a capsule ever few hours. For three of them, it took less than a day for relief, and the other one was much better after 2 days.

2. We have had great results using your Shhh-Ingles Shield blend in a capsule two-to-three times daily. Blood tests were done before and after, and my doctor was astounded at how significantly the herpes zoster count dropped. I shared this with a friend, and she reported relief within minutes of taking the blend internally. After 3 doses (1 day) the breakout was over and has never reoccurred (in three years).

3. I am a massage therapist, and had a client who spent two months on medication for her shingles outbreak and was still suffering. I used Elemi on the arm that was affected. After this one application, she was able to get relief. The next time I saw her, I applied Elemi again on this arm, and she completely recovered and hasn’t had any problems in over a year.

4. Red Clover herb by Nature’s Way and Hopewell's Shhh-Ingles B Gone applied topically helped me tremendously. [Shhh-Ingles B Gone is a blend of Ravintsara and Geranium in a base of Calophyllum, which is also known as Tamanu oil.]

5. I recently used Melissa to get rid of a case of shingles. I took one drop under my tongue several times daily for a while, and then I upped it to four drops in a capsule morning and night. My herpes zoster count went to 0! Melissa is expensive, but it works, and it’s far less expensive than doctor visits and medications.

6. When my shingles acted up this last time, I blended 10 drops each of Lavender, Tea Tree and Thyme in massage oil and applied it topically for relief.

7. I wanted to follow up with you on the Shhh-Ingles Shield blend. Prior to taking the oils, I had visited the doctor and was sent home with the diagnosis of Shingles, and the BIGGEST bottle of anti-viral pills you'd ever seen! I was supposed to take 20 pills a day. I knew that there had to be a better alternative than this. When I found the Shingles blend on your site, I was thrilled since we've been using your oils for a while now. I took the Shhh-Ingles Shield blend internally by capsule (10 drops 2x daily) and by the 3rd day, my symptoms were almost gone. A little bit of the nerve pain lingered for a few days after the visible signs had disappeared, but after 2 more days of taking the oils internally the pain had completely disappeared. I really feel that the oils sped up the healing process for me hugely! - L.K.

8. My husband broke out with the shingles rash on Christmas Day. I ordered HEO's Shhh-Ingles Shield blend, and he started using about 3-4 days into the outbreak per the testimonies: 10 drops in a capsule. He was in SO much pain, but as long as he took the capsule on time, 3 times a day, the pain was manageable or gone all together. I also used a combination of Tea tree, Lavender and Geranium oils full strength on the rash. It began to dry up after the first treatment, and dried completely after three applications. He was also on a prescription anti-viral and using OTC NSAIDS, but the pain was terrible until he started using Shhh-Ingles Shield. Now, he is pain free and the rash is fading. Thank you for the information you have worked to put together for others and for the products you provide. - Rebekah W

9. My mom, who lives with us, came down with shingles early last year. She thought at first it was trigeminal neuralgia due to the knife stabbing pain by her ear. My mom is a tough lady and crying doesn't happen. It hurt so badly that she cried. Dad took her to the ER( she is 71), where they diagnosed her with shingles! The ER Dr. put her on the usual meds. She is allergic to codeine and they were aware of that. They sent her home with pain meds with codeine! So after 3 days she broke out all over! Ugh! I was so frustrated. I was new to the EO world, but I ordered the Shingles B-Gone and the Shhh-Ingles Shield from you. As soon as we received it, I made her take it! Being an old RN, she was a skeptic, and EO's were not something she was interested in! BUT within hours her pain was subsiding! Another miracle! Now she keeps them on hand. She has had 2 minor break outs of shingles in the same area (left side of head), but as soon as she takes the Shhh-Ingles Shield by capsule, the pain goes away within an hour. She is a believer/user of EO's now!! Oh, I could go on!! - Lynn

10. The Shhh-Ingles Shield blend sure helped a friend of mine. He had been suffering for three months in great pain sure helped a friend of mine. He had been suffering for three months in great pain, so much so that he lost 18 pounds. I took him the Shhh-Ingles Shield mixed with coconut oil, and within 30 minutes he went from a 7 in pain to a 2.5. Thank God for this oil. I know I have had great results with it myself. - Barbara

11. I had a low white blood cell count for over a year and I had shingles twice. I used Thyme oil diluted on my feet, and my WBC is now in the normal range. Also, did not use an antiviral for shingles. The second time I had shingles I happened to be on vacation, but thankfully I took the Shhh-Ingles Shield oil with me. I was able to stop the shingles in their tracks. I wish I had that oil with my first bout. - Sally

12. I had my first shingles outbreak recently. Initially, I didn't know that what I had was shingles. I tried a couple of essential oil mixtures which helped with the pain and seemed to stop the spread, but I didn't feel it was actually helping with the initial outbreak. I ordered your Shhh-Ingles B Gone and Shhh-Ingles Shield, which finally began the healing process. Within hours, I could feel the lesions drying up. I also used compresses soaked in apple cider vinegar. Your website is amazing. So much valuable information! I told my friends about your wonderful products. Thanks so much for your dedication to essential oils. - Kate

13. I used the Shhh-Ingles Shield and they were gone within 2 weeks. It took some time for research and to get the EO from HEO, but once I started using it they really never opened up. I just had a few bumps and whelps with the pain and itching which remained after they went down, then about 3 months later the aches and itching started up again and I new they were trying to come back, but they never popped out that time cause I started the treatment ASAP. All I had was just some mild pain and itching the second time. The blend was a lifesaver for me. Good to have on hand thats for sure. - Cathy

14. My friend applies a .5% dilution of Shhh-Ingles Shield on the bottoms of his feet, morning and night, every day. If an attack is coming on, he applies a 25% dilution to the spots every 4-5 hours. He has only had to do the "attack protocol" once because his shingles were then cured after being recurrent every 2 months for the previous 18 months. He's been shingles free for over a year and all tests have come back negative!! Praise the Lord. - Chels

15. I was asked about oils to help with shingles. The person was in so much pain he couldn’t sleep and medical options were ineffective or very expensive. I researched shingles on the HEO site and decided that I had Plague Defense and Ravensara so I could make something like Shhh-Ingles Shield. I was praying for direction and saw “equal amounts” (which was for another recipe). I had tamanu oil and coconut oil and offered him a choice of carrier. We did 10 drops of Ravensara and 10 drops of Plague Defense in a 10ml roller ball, and topped with coconut oil. I also recommended L-lysine capsules (500 mg 3 times a day). A very grateful person called later to say thank you. The oils relieved the pain enough to sleep. Praise the Lord! - Teresa

16. I use Shingles Defense and it's the only thing I have found to help over the 14 years of having shingle break outs. - Donna

17. Keep a watch for reoccurring shingles. My husband has had them show up over snd over. They seem to be deep in the tissue and working out to the skin. We have been using Shhh-Ingles Shield on the bottoms of his feet at bedtime. He puts on socks to help the oils absorb. Often he will go weeks between flare ups. One night of the oils is all it takes for each flare up. I am so thankful for this blend! - Lana

18. My mother started taking Shingles Shield about 5 days after she had her first symptom. Within 2 days, she felt better and could take her first shower. I believe she took them for about 5 days, then stopped because she was feeling better. She still had the rash, but it seemed to improve, and just overall felt better. She stopped the capsules after about 5 days, and she started going downhill again. I encouraged her to keep taking them, but she thought she was okay since she was feeling better. After a few days, I took her over some more capsules. She is slowly improving, but the part right now that is making her crazy is the postherpetic neuralgia itching. She said nothing satisfies it. She has been using the shingles spray as well. We have also tried colloidal silver and ACV sprays. I do believe though, that it was the oils that sent her in the right direction. - Stephanie

Safety
Clove Drug interaction Caution (oral): anticoagulant medication, major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders (Tisserand/Young p. 255).

Tisserand notes that "since eugenol significantly inhibits human MAO-A (Tao et al 2005), oral doses of eugenol-rich essential oils may interact with pethidine, indirect sympathomimetics, MAOIs or SSRIs."

Clove Dermal Caution: Hypersensitive, diseased or damaged skin, children under 2 years of age. Maximum dermal level: 0.5% (based on 96.9% eugenol content), which is 1 drop in 7 mLs of carrier (Tisserand/Young).

Repeated use can result in contact sensitization. Skin test for sensitivity.

From Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand, page 254-256:
"There are three reports of non-fatal oral poisoning from clove oil, all in children. In 1991 a 7-month-old child was given one teaspoon of clove oil. Supportive care and gastric lavage were sufficient for total recovery following the resultant severe acidosis, CNS depression and urinary abnormalities (the presence of ketones in the urine). The second case involves a near fatal poisoning of the acetaminophen (paracetamol) type after ingestion of 5-10 ml of clove oil by a 2-year-old boy. Acidosis, deteriorating liver function, deep coma, generalized seizure and unrecordably low blood glucose were all noted. Heparin (an anticoagulant) was given due to the possible development of disseminated intravascular coagulation. The child was fully conscious by day six and eventually made a full recovery. In the final case, a 15-month-old boy developed fulminant hepatic failure after ingesting 10ml clove oil. . . . a 32-year-old woman, who self-injected an unknown quantity of clove oil intravenously, experienced acute respiratory distress due to pulmonary edema which had developed over one hour."

Cinnamon Bark Caution for Children: Not for children orally six years old or under, and use with caution and in greater dilution for children older than six (Tisserand/Young p. 652-3).
"Do not expose children of five years or less to strong essential oil vapors" (page 651).

Cinnamon Bark Caution for Topical Use: May be sensitizing due to aldehydes. Moderate risk (Tisserand/Young p. 249). High risk of skin sensitization and irritation.

Cinnamon Bark Caution for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Cinnamon Bark contraindicated for pregnancy and breastfeeding because when it was fed to pregnant mice for two weeks it significantly reduced the number of nuclei and altered the distribution of embryos according to nucleus number (Tisserand/Young p. 249).

Cinnamon Bark Caution for Oral Use Caution: Hemophilia or severe kidney or liver disease. Tisserand/Young (p. 248) wrote that the maximum adult daily oral dose should not exceed 200mg [0.22mL - about 6 drops].

Cinnamon Bark Caution for Drug interaction: May inhibit blood clotting. Oral use cautions: diabetes medication, anticoagulant medication, major surgery, peptic ulcer, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders.

From Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand/Young, page 249:
"Cinnamon oil (type not known) caused poisoning after the ingestion of approximately 60mL by a 7-year-old boy who drank the oil when dared to by a friend. Symptoms included a burning sensation in the mouth, chest and stomach, dizziness, double vision and nausea. There was also vomiting and later collapse. The doctors involved considered that had vomiting not occurred the dose could have been fatal, but there were no serious consequences."

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat—like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Flushing with water will only send the essential oil back to the eye's membranes. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. We’ve not known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

Reference
Schnaubelt, Kurt, Medical Aromatherapy: Healing with Essential Oils, North Atlantic Books, 2013.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, pages 248-249, 254-256.

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