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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.
Leann Brady says
I am new to essential oils and I am looking for oils to help my kids
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Tammie says
I love essential oils. I'd love to try Plant Therapy Essential Oils for making my homemade household cleaners and bug sprays. They work so much better than the toxic chemicals bought in the store.
Jean Frank says
I have a small "inventory" of oils-different brands, differnt blends, different ages.... I would love to begin working with fresh oils from one source and build on my knowledge - for myself and to share with others.
luanne says
My 6 year old daughter loves essential oils. She runs in and tries to sniff every scent when we go to the store. It would be a wonderful opportunity for her to get to experience the joys of essential oils in a kid safe manner! Thanks for the opportunity for us to join this contest.
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Kristen says
I believe in the power of essential oils, as the sense of smell is the most directly connected to the brain.
Rebecca says
ive used oils for years, and have recently learned of PT oils. I am an advocate for safe usage, and usually end up giving remedies away to friends and family.
I have several reference books, but my next big purchase is Roberts big EO book.
Thank you
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Melissa O says
I would love to try the safe blends for children.
Nichole Lasky says
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Replace traditional medications!
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chelsea says
I have been wanting to try oils for a long time after hearing such good things about them, but have no idea where to start! I have seen them used for everything, but I am interested in air purification for the home!
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Kimberly Beane says
I would love to try safe oil blends for children!!
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Cristy says
I'd like to try them as a way to get my daughter's allergies under control without medication.
Beth Jury says
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Carrie Visser says
having just lost my mom to cancer at 70 years young, I want to try any thing healthy for my family! Thank you!
Beth Jury says
I love using essential oils for myself & my pets
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April says
I have started slowly using Jasmine oil for my homemade deodarant spray and tea tree oil to help with combat lice but help with acne, dandruff, bug bites, and sore throats. I love to learn more about how to use the different oils.
Nicole Merrill says
Would love to try oils!
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kitterlee says
I've been so curious about essential oils, but haven't tried them. The "helps wrinkles" qualities of frankincense certainly got my attention. I'd also love something that eradicates the dog smell in my house! :)
Great giveaway - thanks!
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Mary says
I have always wanted to try essential oils. I hear great things about them and their a great way to heal without medication.
jamie says
Im slowly building my collection up and removing as much modern medicine from our lifes as possible. As a single mom, with a 6year old, this is taking alot longer then i hoped it would. Because of the search i need to do to keep things save for her!
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Lindsay Stoltzfus says
in really trying to rid our house of toxins and use all natural methods for all purposes of life. I would absolutely be head over heels to win this! (Fingers crossed, prayers!!!)
Lori Scott says
Would love to try to help relieve pain and anxiety in some of my family members.
Jeanne says
Just recently started looking in to oils. Winning a bunch would be a great way to get me started on using them.
Laura says
Trying to decide which brand of oils to stock up on and would love to try this out! Thank you for the opportunity!
Anne says
I have tried Plant Therapy oils and love them. Would love to have a set!
Heather says
I want to try and replace come of the products/medicines we use with oils
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Debbie Purvis says
I keep reading about the many benefits of using these oils. Having Migraines for over 30 years and having 17 year old son who is totally disabled with a severe seizure disorder I would love to give it a try