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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.
Janet Goins says
I'm so glad to see this offer! I've been trying to learn more about essential oils and their uses for a while, and I'm thrilled that you recommended a source -- and for the opportunity to try to win some! Thanks so much for the offer.
Jenny says
i am intrigued. Would love to try these!
jenny gore says
Recently, my family has been exposed to a lot of industrial contaminates(our school is under construction) and the only thing that is helping our immune system and breathing issues is using EOs. The more I learn about EOs and their benefits the more I add them into our lives and the students I teach. I would love to be have a wide variety of EOs to use in our everyday lives.
Lindsay Rho says
I'd love to try Plant Therapy oils. I've heard so much about oils lately and would be interested in all their many uses as personal care and around the house. I signed up for the newsletter to learn more.
Connie Cheney says
I have tried some essential oils and I would like to try more and use them for more things. What few I have tried I have liked the results.
Joanne malseed says
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Joanne malseed says
I want to be able to substitute oils for much of my cleaning products and health and beauty care and start to get rid of unhealthy chemicals in my home!
Melinda P says
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Melinda P says
I'm looking into essential oils because regular medicines just aren't working for me very well lately. Plus I like the idea of being able to take care of minor things at home instead of running to the doctor or drugstore constantly. I like feeling a little self-sufficient.
Kristine says
Our family has recently been transitioning to natural based products. I'm constantly researching uses of and safety practices of essential oils and herbal remedies so we can make the switch carefully (especially with little ones at home). Little by little we've been afforded adding a few essential oils into our medicine cabinet. This would be an amazing opportunity to bring an array of high quality oils into our household with a solid education tool on circumstantial use.
Susan H. says
Our family is moving away from using over-the-counter medications for allergies, colds, aches and pains. Friends and family have suggested using essential oils. This collection of oils would be just what we need to get started.
telitha says
i have friends who use essential oils and have been thinking about getting some so this would be a great starter kit for us!
Amie J. says
I've been trying to find oils that work for seasonal allergies, insect repellent, insomnia, and concentration. These would help in all those areas!
Mel says
I hear essential oils everywhere lately. I've even been invited to a party next week. I would love a set to get me started.
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Natalie g says
I certainly want to reduce the amount of chemicals and medications I use for everyday aches and pains, insomnia, colds, etc. I would be so excited to use these oils!
Kelly McD says
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Kelly McD says
I have been researching essential oils and would like to get started using them. The "Essential Set" sounds like a great way to jump start integrating essential oils into my home and family.
Sherri says
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Pat Bourret says
I have not heard of this company, Plant Therapy. But I am willing to try as it looks like they have some really good mixtures: KidSafe Synergies.
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Sherri says
I have tried a couple essential oils, but would really love to learn and explore more! I am all for using more natural methods in our daily lives, but just don't feel confident in my knowledge. This is a wonderful giveaway!
Shannon says
I have been wanting to start making my own laundry detergent, soap, etc. and the essential oils will be a great addition to make them lightly scented!
Jessica says
I've never tried this company!
Jill says
I've been hesitant to try essential oils because I have no idea which product line is best for me. This would be a great way to try them without a huge initial investment.
Catherine says
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Mary Ann Cauthen says
I do use a few essential oils & especially love tea tree oil & lavender oil. I would love to know more about other oils & their uses. I am in favor of using anything that is "natural" & not a pharmaceutical!! Thanks for this offer. Mary Ann
Brianna R. says
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Brianna R. says
I was first introduced to essential oils through a mention of plant therapy from Lisa before. Love their oils and have been wanting both of these sets!!
Kim says
ive really been wanting to try oils for a while, but can't spend the money on something I may use! I need a chance to try them to become hooked!!
Catherine says
I already use just a few essential oils, and would love to have the opportunity to try more! Winning one of these kits would give me the chance!
Georgeann says
I am just getting into essential oils, so a kit would be an awesome start here at home. I've been treating my daughter's back acne with frankincense and tea tree oil and it has really helped. Thank you for the chance to win some awesome oils!
Cathy says
I love plant therapy! I only use plant therapy! It's the bomb! and the bees' knees!
Laura G. says
I am very intrigued by essential oils. I have bought several kinds just so I could sniff their scents--lol! But I really don't have a clue how to use them!
Laura G. says
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Anne says
I would love to use the germ fighter oil. Hand sanitizer is so drying.
Rachel S says
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Rachel S says
I love that Plant Therapy has aromatherapists on staff to provide safe advice and answer questions! I'd love to try the kid safe line on my son!
Anna says
Now the swimming season has started I swear by calendula oil drops in the children's ears to help prevent/ treat swimmers ear, it's amazing! I'd like to be to try other oils, especially the blends.