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Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils
Many people swear by essential oils as home remedies and claim they help keep their kids out of the doctor's office. Though these claims are not backed by the FDA, it certainly sounds intriguing! So if you want to figure out how to incorporate them into your family's routine, here are some good ways to start.
Content courtesy of our sponsor Plant Therapy
Top 5 Oils
- Lavender
Lavender Population is known for being calming by reducing anxiety and acting as a stress reliever. It can also help with minor burns and reducing scarring and other skin issues including eczema and psoriasis.
- - Lemon
Lemon can be refreshing, energizing, and uplifting. It can also be added to your favorite household cleaner to help refresh and sanitize.
- - Peppermint
Peppermint is stimulating and can help enhance alertness and improve your energy. It can also relieve headaches, nausea, digestive problems, and congestion. Because of its menthol content, peppermint has a cooling effect which can also help reduce a fever and relieve pain.
- - Tea Tree
Tea Tree is often known for its ability to help combat acne and oily skin. You can also add a few drops to laundry to help keep things fresh.
- - Frankincense
Frankincense frereana is especially prized for its skin rejuvenating properties. It's great for wrinkles, scars, dry skin and damaged skin, and can help heal a wound or cut. It can also calm and relax your body and uplift your mood.
Top 5 KidSafe Synergies
Plant Therapy also has a line of KidSafe Synergies, which are basically different blends. Here are their top 5 for summer:
- Germ Destroyer
Move over hand sanitizer! A germ fighting oil is great to have on
hand to help your family fight any sickness you might come in contact with.
- - Sneezy Stop
Do you or your child suffer from allergies? These synergies have been known to alleviate symptoms caused from seasonal allergies.
- - Ban The Bugs
Beware summertime buggers! Your family can play outdoors more this summer with an all natural insect repellent using these synergies.
- - Calming The Child
These relaxing synergies are great to use during the day or before bed when you or your child are feeling overwhelmed or extra wound up.
- - Nighty Night
These two oils are perfect to help you or your little one sleep more soundly during the night. Fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. I know we've all gotten to a point where we will try anything!
hand to help your family fight any sickness you might come in contact with.
Ashley says
I've been wanting to try essential oils for awhile but haven't made the leap because of cost.
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Casey K. says
I am just getting our fam started on EOs. We've dabbled here & there with a few "starter" oils thus far. These kits would really help us get going on our journey to learning more about and using EOs in our lives
Tisha says
I have a peppermint oil & a lemon oil from another company, but I would love to try these! Thank you so much for the opportunity to enter!
Sadie B. says
I would like to try essential oils for when we get sick. I know they are calming and helpful.
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Laura says
I currently use lavender for so many things and would love to try the entire set as well as this company as it is new to me!
jessica says
Maybe this timing was perfect! I've ventured on a journey in making bath bombs and I've been doing so much research! My mind may explode! I'd love to receive these oils so that i can experiment with different combinations in a bath setting. This set would be a great start to my new business!
Dana says
I love using essential oils already and would like to expand my collection. We use EOs in place of everyday cleaners and other products.
Christi says
i am looking for more ways to eliminate chemicals from my family's life. I would love to try this natural approach to healing.
Anvita Mishra says
I believe in holistic lifestyle and EO are my first go to for way too many things! I need this!
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Jonna yarbrough says
This would be awesome for my family! I know through friends the benefits of essential oils but haven't purchased any for my family yet.
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Diane G. says
I have been really interested in using essential oils as a more natural way to stay healthy. Winning this would be a great way to start!
Sarah D'Anna says
I have wanted to try essential oils for a long time. A neighbor of mine says that oils have changed her life and I'm ready for them to change mine! I have to admit I was skeptical at first but she let me use a drop of peppermint oil for my aching knees and voila! The peppermint helped tremendously. I'm a believer!! I would love to try other oils for everyday use. Thanks for this opportunity!
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Amy Bishop says
I have RA and have been waiting for an opportunity to get a more natural therapy involved in my treatment! :) This is ideal.
Robin says
My son entered Kindergarten this year, which is way more like 1st grade. His teacher mentioned that he was in constant motion all the time, and meds would help him. Well not my first choice for my son. Would like to try a more natural method to help him focus, calm and sooth himself.
Theresa says
My oldest daughter has trouble sleeping and my youngest daughter suffers from allergies. I would love to try natural remedies to help them.
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Nell says
I would love to try the oils to aid my sleep routine!
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I would love to try/use this products because as a mom I am always looking for the safest options for my littleones and I think aromatherapy is the best option plus they smell wonderful.
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Heather says
I have been researching oils for quite some time, but due to price I have been holding back. I would love to try all these oils, they would be great for my family.
betty coleman says
I would love to try this....
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Christina Campbell says
I have heard so much about essential oils lately and think they may help my daughter's allergies. Hoping they may help me as well!
Thanks for the chance to win!
Michelle B says
I have yet to order from plant therapy it I would like the ability to try out their oils. Robert Tisserand (a leader in essential oils) founded the company and teaches customers to use oils safely.
Sara says
What a great giveaway! I would love to try these oils. Have already tried a few but they are expensive until you build a supply of all the different kinds. We struggle with heartburn, trouble waking up and trouble going to sleep in our house.
Jackie Di says
I'd love to win these essential oils. I have been wanting to try them for some time and have recently been reading that they can help with my child's behavior and focus I am excited to see what a difference these will make in our life!
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Christal Janis says
I would love to be able to learn more about your healthy oils and be able to use them. I do not know a lot about oils except using the right combo and product are very important. Your line looks to be safe and easy to use. Thank you for providing a chance to have several choices, which are ready to use as needed.
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Jen Pack says
Would love to try these!
Patti says
I use doTerra but would love to try a different brand! I love my essential oils - they have replaced most OTC meds we have ever used. My favorite allergy relief is lemon/lavender/peppermint.
Corinne says
I would love to try these out with my family!
Brooke says
I have been reading about essential oils and wanting to try them but have felt like I don't know where to start. This would be great!