Another thing to consider is whether you take prescription drugs and how they react. Some natural oils and herbs and even teas can have very serious interactions with medications. Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if there could be a problem. Just because it's "natural" doesn't mean it's always good for you. Also, different companies make very different strength compounds. I've discovered coconut oil, though, for many uses. It's great for cooking and for the skin and I don't think there is any down side to it.