Terms of Use

Welcome to Botanical Oils. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of https://botanicaloils.org and any content, features, tools, or services offered through it (collectively, the “Website”). The Website focuses on oils and related products for body, skin, hair, wellness, and home care.

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS OF USE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE.

This Terms of Use agreement (the “Agreement”) is a legal contract between you (“you” or “User”) and Botanical Oils (“Botanical Oils,” “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) regarding your use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference. If you do not agree, do not access or use the Website.

The Website is intended for individuals who have reached the age of majority in their place of residence. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you can form a binding contract with us. If you do not meet this requirement, you must not use the Website.

1. Changes to the Terms of Use

We may modify these Terms at any time in our sole discretion. Changes take effect upon posting to the Website and apply to all subsequent access and use. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. Please review this page periodically to stay informed of any revisions, which are binding on you.

2. Accessing the Website and Account Security

We may update, suspend, remove, or restrict access to the Website, any part of it, or any content or services at any time, without notice. We are not liable if any portion of the Website is unavailable at any time or for any period. We may also limit access to certain areas or to registered users.

If you create an account or are provided with login credentials, you are responsible for keeping that information confidential and for all activity that occurs under your account. Do not share your credentials with others. Notify us promptly of any unauthorized use or suspected breach of security and ensure you log out at the end of each session.

We may disable any username, password, or other identifier at any time, with or without notice, if we determine that you have violated this Agreement or for any reason at our discretion.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

The Website and all of its contents and materials—including text, images, graphics, video, audio, designs, layouts, software, trademarks, and the selection and arrangement thereof—are owned by Botanical Oils or our licensors and are protected by intellectual property and proprietary rights laws.

We grant you a limited, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Except as permitted below, you may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any Website materials.

  • Your device may temporarily store materials in RAM incidental to normal browsing.
  • Your browser may automatically cache files for display optimization.
  • You may print or download a reasonable number of pages for personal, non-commercial use, without further reproduction, publication, or distribution.

You must not:

  • Alter any copies of materials from the Website.
  • Use images, videos, audio, graphics, or illustrations separately from accompanying text.
  • Remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices on copies of materials.

No rights are transferred to you by implication or otherwise, and any rights not expressly granted are reserved by Botanical Oils and our licensors.

4. User Contributions

The Website may feature interactive areas—such as reviews, Q&A, forums, DIY recipe submissions, profiles, and other channels (“Interactive Services”)—where users may post, submit, publish, display, or transmit content (“User Contributions”).

All User Contributions must comply with the Content Standards below. By posting User Contributions, you understand they are non-confidential and non-proprietary. You grant Botanical Oils and our affiliates, service providers, licensees, successors, and assigns a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, irrevocable, non-exclusive, transferable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, perform, display, distribute, and otherwise disclose such materials for any purpose.

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or control all rights in and to your User Contributions and have the authority to grant the license above.
  • Your User Contributions comply with this Agreement and all applicable laws.

You alone are responsible for your User Contributions, including their legality, accuracy, and appropriateness. We are not responsible or liable to any third party for the content or accuracy of User Contributions posted by you or any other user.

5. Content Standards

These standards apply to all User Contributions and use of Interactive Services. Contributions must comply with all applicable laws and regulations and must not:

  • Contain defamatory, obscene, indecent, abusive, offensive, harassing, violent, hateful, inflammatory, or otherwise objectionable material.
  • Promote sexually explicit content, violence, or discrimination based on protected characteristics.
  • Infringe any patent, trademark, trade secret, copyright, or other proprietary rights.
  • Violate the legal rights of others (including privacy and publicity rights) or otherwise conflict with this Agreement or our Privacy Policy.
  • Be misleading or deceptive.
  • Encourage or depict illegal activity or provide instructions for unlawful acts.
  • Cause undue annoyance or anxiety or be likely to upset, embarrass, or alarm others.
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation.
  • Include commercial solicitations or promotions, such as contests, sweepstakes, advertising, or barter.
  • Falsely imply endorsement or approval by Botanical Oils when none exists.

6. Monitoring and Enforcement; Termination

We may, at our discretion, and without limitation:

  • Remove or refuse to post any User Contributions for any reason.
  • Take action we deem appropriate if a User Contribution violates this Agreement, infringes rights, threatens safety, or could create liability.
  • Disclose your identity or other information to third parties asserting that your materials violate their rights, including intellectual property or privacy rights.
  • Refer matters to law enforcement and pursue legal remedies for illegal or unauthorized use of the Website.
  • Terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Website for any reason, including violation of this Agreement.

We may fully cooperate with law enforcement or comply with court orders directing us to disclose the identity or other information of anyone posting materials on or through the Website.

7. Reliance on Information Posted

Content on the Website is provided for general informational purposes related to oils for body, skin, hair, wellness, and home care. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information. Your reliance on any materials is at your own risk, and we disclaim all liability arising from such reliance by you or others.

Information on the Website is not medical, dermatological, or professional advice and is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Essential oils and botanical products may cause sensitivities; perform a patch test, follow usage guidelines, and consult a professional if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, take medications, or intend to use products on children or pets.

The Website may include third-party content. Statements and opinions in such materials are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Botanical Oils. We are not responsible for third-party content.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE, ITS CONTENT, AND ANY SERVICES OR ITEMS OBTAINED THROUGH THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. THE WEBSITE, ITS CONTENT, AND ANY SERVICES OR ITEMS OBTAINED THROUGH THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, BOTANICAL OILS DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, SECURE, RELIABLE, ERROR-FREE, UNINTERRUPTED, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BOTANICAL OILS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES; SOME OR ALL OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL BOTANICAL OILS, ITS AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR REPRESENTATIVES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, BUSINESS, DATA, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE OR ANY CONTENT, EVEN IF FORESEEABLE OR EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

NOTHING IN THESE TERMS LIMITS LIABILITY THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Botanical Oils, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to: (a) your use of the Website; (b) your violation of this Agreement; (c) your User Contributions; or (d) your unauthorized use of any Website content, products, or services.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement and any disputes or claims arising out of or related to it or the Website (including non-contractual disputes or claims) are governed by the internal laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the Website shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules then in effect, as modified herein. The arbitration will be conducted in the State of Michigan or remotely by video conference, at the arbitrator’s discretion.

The arbitrator has exclusive authority to decide issues of arbitrability and the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, or formation of this Agreement. Judgment on the award may be entered in any court with jurisdiction. Each party will bear its own attorneys’ fees and costs and will share the arbitrator’s fees and administrative costs equally, unless the arbitrator decides otherwise.

BY AGREEING TO THESE TERMS, YOU WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION.

12. Arbitration

At our sole discretion, we may require that any disputes arising from or related to this Agreement or your use of the Website—including disputes concerning interpretation, breach, invalidity, or termination—be submitted to final and binding arbitration under the AAA Rules applying Michigan law.

13. Limitation on Time to File Claims

ANY CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT OR THE WEBSITE MUST BE FILED WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER SUCH CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES, OR IT IS PERMANENTLY BARRED.

14. Waiver and Severability

No waiver by Botanical Oils of any term or condition in this Agreement is a continuing waiver of such term or a waiver of any other term, and any failure to assert a right under this Agreement does not constitute a waiver of that right.

If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or rules posted on the Website, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Botanical Oils regarding the Website and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, whether written or oral, regarding the Website.

16. Your Comments and Concerns

To report alleged copyright infringement, request technical support, or send feedback or other communications regarding the Website, please use our contact page: contact us.