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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.
Laura N. says
I have been researching essential oils and am interested in the ability to provide a more natural remedy for my son's allergies and asthma. I also am interested in the oil properties that lead to better sleep and increased attentiveness.
Theresa C says
Sleeping is a big one! But I have a 9 year old with sensitivities (also sweet blood and a bee allergy) and an 11 year old who is scared of taking "pills" so hoping to instill some good alternative values in their lives-- doesn't hurt to clean the house with them too!
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Joanna Stoltzfus says
I would love to try essential oils! Have always heard lots of good things about them.
Diana D says
Awesome, I have been wanting to begin using essential oils in our home, for beauty products and cleaning.
Gisele says
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bethany says
I'd love have safe, effective, & natural options!
Julie says
I learned about essential oils about 10 years ago when I was in massage school... Recently my eight year olds allergies have been out of control! I've been reading more about how oils can help instead of her having to take medicine for them.
Angela leflett says
I would love to try their essential oils, I've heard of great benefits to essential oils. Anything to go more natural with my family.
Racheal says
I LOVE Plant Therapy oils! Germ fighter, Respir Aid, lemon, lavender, tea tree and peppermint are staples in our house! I have been using oils for a year now, but still have so much to learn. With 5 children, we use them daily for cleaning, cold and flu, earaches, headaches, etc. Would love to try some of the other oils offered in the sets!
Lea says
I'd love to try safe and effect natural treatments for my children in regards to illness, bug spray, and even just staying calm!
Sarah says
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Kay says
I have always loved herbs and using them. I have been using Isagenix to get my nutrition in line (along with using the Real Food ideas for our meals) and Norwex products to clean with. Essential oils is just another step in going more natural. I would love to try them!!
Beth says
I would love to try these. I had a Hysterectomy in 2011 and have had so many complications since that I am on up to 8 prescriptions at any given time and average 10-15 pills per day. I have had a total of 6 surgeries since then. At 37, I would love the ability to get my life back. Unfortunately, being on disability does not allow for much in the way of income and the cost to purchase a kit just is not in my abilities.
Ruby says
I would love to try these for more natural remedies for myself and my little ones!
Christine says
I would love to have these to promote health, especially for my kids.
Carole S says
Just about 9 years ago I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus with Sjogrens Syndrome. The next 9 years were a roller coaster of medications. The medications caused side effects that required additional medication to treat those. I spent all of my time in bed, I was convinced that I was going to die. Recently I have learned two of the most important fundamentals to living a pain free life. First, the saying "You are what you eat" is 100% true. Second, the medicinal value of essential oils is, in almost all cases, all that I need to treat my symptoms. I have recently started using them on a daily basis. I no longer spend my days in bed. I feel like I have a second chance at life now.
Krista says
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Bonnie says
I would like to try Plant Therapy’s essential oils because I love using essential oils. I use them on my son almost everyday. He loves lavender as well as peppermint.
allison says
I'd love to use them for my 14 year old who just had a marrow transplant!
Stephanie DiStefano says
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Jen says
I have been interested in trying essential oils for some time now but knowing where to start is hard! I'm interested in using them for a number of reasons from headaches to sleep aid. I think hubby, daughters and I could benefit from them all around!
Amber says
I've been trying out a few essential oils and would LOVE to win this kit!
Stacey Helinski says
would love to grow my collection of oils
Jennifer says
Newsletter! Thanks so much!
Gisele says
I love using essential oils all around my home and and on my body. I have a few, but I would love to try some new ones.
amanda says
I have been trying a whole new healthy lifestyle. It's been quite a journey and I've been thinking oils might be a good next step.
Kelley says
Would love to try these for battling congestion and muscle ache.
Jenn says
I have no immune system and receive plasma and would love to try oils for migraines
Charlene says
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Sarah says
I would love to have these oils as I am about to start training to become a certified herbalist and it would be so great to use the oils along with that!
Penney says
Just started getting interested in Oils and would love to have some to really try the benefits of. They smell so good , also!!
Tiffany Gugino says
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Amber French says
I would love to try essential oils to address health issues of my family.
Susie says
I would love to try Essential Oils. I've heard about the great benefits of them for some time but feel overwhelmed by all the information out there. Thanks for the opportunity to win this kit!
Issa says
Having watched loved ones be diagnosed with cancer I really am working hard to eat healthy and free of non processed foods and would love to extend that into natural remedies.
Jemelle Jones says
I recently became a health coach and am exploring ways to be healthier and to help others learn to live healthier too. Using essential oils is one area I don't know much about but have talked with others who highly recommend them so I would enjoy having a beginner's set to get me started!
Molly B says
I have heard wonderful things about essential oils and would love to start trying them out! : )
Caitlyn Bennett says
Anything to help keep chemical based meds out of my children's systems and I'm game!
JESSE Bungcayao says
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