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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.
Candis says
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Lisa says
I'd love to try Plant Therapy's essential oils! As I get older, I realize how important it is to remove toxins from my life - especially from cleaners we use as we do household chores! The fumes almost take your breath!
Mary says
Essential oils are great! would love to try Plant Therapy's!
Catherine says
Interested in trying other methods for colds, sleeping better and overall general health.
Kelly says
Well I love natural anything :) but I have tried a few oils here And there on my two littles for allergies and help with sleeping . So this would be awesome !!
Deb says
Have used peppermint for headaches and would love to try other oils for minor ailments or improve quality of life.
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Linda says
I would especially love the kids blend. I think people trust some essential oil companies way too much. I have been doing a lot of reading about essential oils lately and I love the fact that Plant Therapy has made these safe blends for children.
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Sissy Flynn says
I would love to try some essential oils to replace current solutions to everyday problems like insomnia , the "blues", and stiff joints. Thank you!
Jenny says
I would love to learn more about essential oils and their effects. I have two kids, both with ADHD. We are already doing our best to eat clean, whole foods, but I would love to know how essential oils could be part of the plan too!
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Ashlee says
i love using essential oils for our family. I'd like to try some of their blends and see how they compare with the current brand I use.
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Camo2627 says
I need to get back to learning more about EO and using them on a regular basis. I have reached an over-saturation with the other two big names that compete with each other and would like to learn more about Plant Therapy. The name fits your product well.
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Kat says
I would love a chance to try these!
Allison says
interested in helping my kids sleep and my migraines!
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Rachel Woodall says
I would love to try the Lavender for stress. It seems as if the rat race of life really effects us in todays world. I am trying new ways to de-stress and take care of my body and mind. But, I would love to try other essential oils as well.
Brittany says
As someone who is constantly sick, I've always wanted to try essential oils, but never knew where to start. This kit would be perfect!
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Melissa says
I have heard that essential oils can help keep my immune system strong after depleting from multiple rounds of chemo. I would like to try them to help boost my immune system.
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Becky says
OOHH- I would love to try essential oils- I have read about them but never take the time to do something for myself- others always seem to come first- kids/ husband/ so a set of essential oils would surely help me to take a little time for myself! would love to win these!!
Amy says
Thank you for all the valuable information. I am just beginning to learn the benefits of these oils.
Renee R. says
I'd really love to win either of the give a-ways! We are trying really hard to get clean and healthy and be rid of OTC products that toxify us!
Patricia Espinoza says
My daughter-in-law and I have been wanting to try essential oils for a while now so I would like to be to win this giveaway!!
dana burke says
I like to try different oils and these are ones I have never tried.
Katrina says
I've started the transition into organic, non GMO, real food and my life has been changed. My family is healthier and happier and I cannot wait to keep the transformation going!
Sarah says
I keep seeing posts from friends talking about how much they love their oils. I would love to try them buy can't afford to right now.
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