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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.
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Liz Brooks says
My daughter is really loving using Essential Oils and has been touting their many uses. I would LOVE to win these packages to start trying a variety of oils out before I purchase any.
Mattie says
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Mattie says
I am new to the essential oils world and would love this kit to really get me going!
Susan says
Essential oils make me happy :)
Terry Miller says
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Chelsea D says
I love essential oils and have a few at home. I am missing a few key ones and this kit would be just the thing to keep exploring!
Terry Miller says
I am just beginning my trip down the essential oils road and would love to see what Plant Therapy's oils are like.
Jacqueline Swanson says
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Jacqueline Swanson says
I am a beginner and want to use EO's
troy says
My wife has a lot of medical issues i believe this would help with,
Candace Baker says
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Candace Baker says
essential oils is something I learned about in Grad school. I would like to take what I have learned and try it out. With the assortment that you are giving away will be a great addition to what I have already accumulated over this year.
stephanie says
I have been wanting to try essential oils for a long time but have been confused about how/where to apply on skin and how to use different ones. Would love to jump onboard in this area. All I have is a diffuser!
jami Christopher says
I love essential oils and am learning all the different ways to use them for healing along with fire a healthy life. i am removing all the chemicals from my home and life
PreK Teacher says
I love essential oils and am excited about learning more about them!
Susanne says
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Susanne says
I've used essential oils for several years now, but just discovered Plant Therapy a few weeks ago. I'd love to try their oils to compare with what I have been using.
Kimberly says
I have used some essential oils, but haven't purchased yet because the cost has been too prohibitive!
kelley says
Wow! Using essential oils for my family instead of traditional methods would be fantastic. These sets look awesome!! really trying to reduce harmful chemicals in our home and this looks like a great place to start!
Danielle says
Lavender, peppermint and lemon are three of my favorites. I would love to try the other oils to see what benefits they have to offer that are safe for myself and my fiancé.
Elke says
Homeopathic is the way to go!
Robin Gagnon says
I would love to try the Kids Safe synergies especially. They seem very convenient.
Sara says
Wow! I would absolutely love this as a way to experiment with all the various benefits of essential oils. I have been reading about what is best but haven't really gotten the opportunity to try yet :)
Jessica says
I'm interested in learning the different ways essential oils can be used.
Lola Enoch says
I love peppermint and tea tree oil and would love to experience more oils of various types.
Deb Chwalek says
essential oils are like playing Barbie with smells.
Amy says
I'd love to explore all the health benefits of essential oils for my family.
Jeff Zupp says
I have sever allergies and would love to see if oils could help me and my son.
Sara Ingalls says
I would love to try these oils for natural remedies for my family.
Lisa Zupp says
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Lisa Zupp says
I have several Facebook friends who use oils, and I would love to see we they are all raving about them!
Toby says
I am interested in alternatives to medications for my two year old and my family!
Amy L says
I'd like to use essential oils to improve my immune system and to help with chronic health conditions I have.
Clint says
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Clint says
The little experience i have had with essential oils was good, so far i have used peppermint and would love the chance to try more.
r says
My daughter and I just recently purchased a couple of essential oils, and we LOVE them. This kit would be great to win because we have wanted to purchase more but they are expensive !
Kristi says
I have been reading about essential oils and there many benefits. I want to try them on all three of my children who have asthma and allergies. Thanks!
Amy Dann says
Thanks for the opportunity to win! I'd love to learn more about these oils!
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