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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.
Carmen says
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Carmen says
I want to try Plant Therapy oils because I'm on a mission for healthier living using essential oils. Plant Therapy seems to be a good brand with a good reputation, and this seems like a great opportunity to try Plant Therapy essential oils!
Kristal Kesterson says
As the mother of 5 kids, it seems like at least one of them is dealing with some sickness or ailment everyday:) From minor things to cuts and rashes to more serious things like colds and flus. I would love to have an alternative to traditional medicine and pricey prescriptions. Thanks so much!
Gia says
Newsletter. I've always wanted to try some of PT's kid safe blends.
Carrie J. says
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Carrie J. says
I'd love to try essential oils for allergies and depression. My friend has been talking about it with me for several months, and I've been really looking forward to the chance to try them. I hope I win!
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Cathie G. says
My kids and I are on too many meds. It is the reason I turned to this site. To find a way to make us healthier. I think essentials oils is the next step on our journey!
Tracey says
With 2 children having completely different needs I want to explore essential oils deeper. One with skin issues and other with minor learning concerns & sleep disturbances I would love to learn more through a sample pack!
Stephanie says
With two young kids I would love to have natural remedies for colds and allergies, as well as calming, etc!
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Jodi says
My Mom and sister's are way into essential oils but never share . Would love some of my own as I love the idea and have only managed to get a couple up to this point.
Erica Mullenax says
Super into health and fitness, and have been really wanting to delve into the essential oil world!
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Stephanie says
Would love to try to help my daughter's allergies. Thanks for chance.
Patricia Walsh says
I've heard a lot from friends about the benefits of essential oils and my sons has allergies which cause him to cough all the time. I just ordered an oil diffuser last night while listening to him cough so this set would be a wonderful start.
Solducky says
I have friends who have tried essential oils with great success, and I would like to as well!
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Cathy Hamilton says
I am very interested in learning more about using essential oils.
Cathy Hamilton says
I am very interested in learning more about using essential oils,
Nancy says
Am so thankful to my daughter for making me aware of 100days of real food. ... Healthy living ... Natural cleaning . Would love to try essential oils in natural cleaning and health products.
Krista says
I would love to win these to help treat illness naturally in our family!
Josie says
I have a daughter with special needs and have heard that essential oils can help her sleep and medical needs(sinusitis and seizures)
Pamela Wilson says
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Pamela Wilson says
I love essential oils. I have used them for many various things, from aromatherapy to massage oil add-ins, to natural remedies. To have an amazing selection at my fingertips would be an invaluable resource!
Julie Vogelzang says
I know absolutely nothing about essential oils but am intrigued by what I read about them on this site. My three kids experience many of the items described. I like the prospect of adding a new source into our family bucket of wellness.
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Cheryl says
I would like to try essential oils for some of the medical conditions my family deals with and also natural for cleaning.
Melissa says
I already get your newsletter and have for sometime. I'm excited for a chance to win these essential oils and what's crazy is on Monday my daughter just added ODD to her ADD, anxiety and learning disorder that all stem from her brain tumor that she had as a baby. The doctors recommend medication, which to this point we have been adamant about not using with her other disorders, but it all just keeps piling up. I am desperate to make sure she gets the proper emotional treatment and help she needs. All week I've been researching essential oils as an alternative to the medication and in addition to therapy, and now I'm down to: "What company do I go with?" and which couple oils, as the expense will be great and I know I can't get them all, hoping the ones I choose are right. To win would be a God send.
Mary Pat says
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Mary Pat says
I have been battling inflammation for the past year and still do not have a definitive diagnosis. I want to be able to heal my body naturally from the inside/out. I would love to try essential oils to help me in my quest for healing, aromatherapy and cleaning. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
Kelly P says
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Kelly P says
I have struggled with chronic health issues for years and would like to learn how to combat some of them with out prescription drugs if I can.
Sarah says
After becoming pregnant with our 10th child my skin, hair and body have been super sensitive. Oils have been a God send. To win this would save us precious money and give us more knowledge.
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Kathy says
I'm trying to use more natural ingredients in our daily lives
Crystal S. says
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Crystal S. says
I want to be able to heal my ailments in more natural ways.
Laura says
It will not let me comment with just the word Newsletter. So, Newsletter...
Laura says
I already use some Plant Therapy oils and receive the Newsletter. Would love to have one of the two kits though! Awesome Giveaway!!!