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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 W says
I'm interested in oils because I have heard so many good things about the usage of oils.
Lisa says
I would like to enter your essential oils giveaway. I have tried several of the other brands and am curious about the Plant Therapy brand. Also, while I am here, thank you for your blog!
Stacey Haltom says
I would like to try to correct my hormone imbalance naturally.
Jennifer S. says
I am moving away from all medications and am looking for natural alternatives.
Jessie says
I’ve heard all kinds of good things about essential oils. I would love to try them out more.
Ashlee says
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Ashlee says
With a new baby, I've been looking into EO more and more and would love this opportunity to use them!
Catherine in MI says
I'm interested in oils because I feel like my family has so many "issues" that they can address - - eczema, difficulty sleeping, headaches, and anxiety, to name a few.
Thank you for the chance at a great collection!
Sarah J says
I've heard all kinds of good things about oils, would love to try some.
Emily says
After learning all the wonderful uses of tea tree oil (seriously it's the elixir of life!!) I have become obsessed with exploring essential oils. I am convinced there is nothing they can't fix! I'd love to be able to try more combinations and uses.
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Jamie says
I would love to try a more natural solution for our allergies! Thanks so much for hosting!
nurit says
I'm slowly getting into eo recipes. I'd love to expand and try new things! So far I've made a salve for dry skin/excema. It's really fun and satisfying to make something all natural that i know is healthier for my family!
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molly says
Hi! We love using essential oils for our family and it'd be so great to try the Plant Therapy line! Peppermint is our favorite for fevers or tummy trouble. Thank you for the great giveaway and opportunity to win :)
Rachel says
Been interested in learning more about essential oils. This seems like a great way to start.
Amy J. says
I'm already a fan of Plant Therapy, but haven't had the funds to get more than the very basic lavender and eucalyptus! I'd love to expand my "medicine" cabinet. :)
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Michelle says
I have heard a ton of positive feedback about essential oils. I have bought a few (lavender, tea tree oil) but they are so expensive to buy them all at once, I am slowly building my collection and would love to win!
Holly says
I'm always wanting to try natural remedies for daily life needs.
Kelly says
I'd love to experiment and see how the different aromas affect my moods.
Tracy says
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Tracy says
I have been looking into EOs, and really want to get my husband some that will help him sleep at night. I thought that would make a perfect father's day gift.
Liz Lowe says
Have a friend who has essential oils and swears by them. Would love to try them out and see for myself.
Joanne B. says
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Joanne B. says
I've heard of their brand but never tried them. Truthfully I haven't used many essential oils but would like to try some for life improvement.
Hannah G says
I am just starting to research more with essential oils. I have some at home and just starting out but I would love to add to my collection!!
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Kathryn says
Awesome set, maybe it will go on my gift wish list.
Shannon says
I am just starting to use essential oils, and would love to have so many available to try for different things. It's a little overwhelming to try to tackle it alone. This is a great giveaway. Thanks!
Lisa says
I am just so fascinated by it all! Love that it is used in so many different ways.
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Kelly H says
I would like to try Frankinsence. I've heard such wonderful things about this oil.
Lindsay says
I'm getting ready to have a baby and would love to start incorporating safer and healthier methods for healthcare, cleaning and daily use.
Claire says
i've used other brands and would love to try this one!