a skeptic’s look at essential oils :: deTerra review + giveaway

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Okay, okay…I’ll say it. I thought all the hype about essential oils was just that: hype. I thought that there was no way that it actually worked and that a lot of those “oil people” were just having a little placebo effect going on. But about a month ago I was able to connect with Tricia at TheNourish.com and try a few doTerra essential oils. I tend to wake up with a stuffy nose every morning, so she sent me an oil blend called Breathe. I rub onto my palms and inhale deeply a few times the the congestion is gone. When the kids are driving my absolutely insane, I take a few drops of Balance and rub it into the soles of my feet. I also do it to the children, and it genuinely seems like it helps us all calm down and get back into our groove. The Wild Orange? I could bathe in it. It is the best smelling of them all. Just like with the Breathe blend, I rub it into my palms and take a big breath. A mental pick-me-up and a calming effect all at once. But the one that sold me on the oils, the one that really blew me away was the Melaleuca. doterraFor her entire life, my 3 year old has had a patch of scalp that just would not clear up. It started as “cradle cap” and got better everywhere but one spot. But in the last few months it had gotten worse and worse and spread to other parts of her scalp. Her hair was even beginning to thin out. I’ve tried so many different products – over the counter, prescription, old wives tale concoctions – and nothing had worked. Until now. I tried to take a picture of it for you, but sitting still isn’t her forte. (She is three, after all). I took the oil and applied it directly to her scalp and rubbed it in gently. It didn’t sting or burn or seem to bother her at all. Initially her roots looked a little greasy, but by morning you couldn’t tell. After two applications on two consecutive days (yes, two!) the flaky, scaly scalp was completely gone. Not a trace of it. It’s been a little over a month and it is still clear. Y’all. That’s huge!

thenourish webinarOne of the best things about this whole process was learning more about essential oils and how to use them. I was able to chat directly with Tricia but she also offers FREE webinars that are full of great information. Each webinar is 45 minutes long and you can register for one right now. She has several coming up this week. Just click on a day and time that works for you and it’ll take you to the registration page:

In addition to these free webinars, one SIMPLE reader will also be receiving a 3 pack of Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint essential oils and a CD that gives you the info you need to know how to use them effectively. If you’re already an essential oils fan, you’ll be excited to add a few more bottles to your arsenal. But if you aren’t a believer, go ahead and enter. What have you got to lose?  I think you’ll be as impressed as I was.

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66 thoughts on “a skeptic’s look at essential oils :: deTerra review + giveaway”

  6. i do use this and my favorite is peppermint. it smells so relaxing !:) love oils and i would love to try doterra!

  8. I haven’t tried essential oils before. I would love to try the lemon because I’ve always thought of it as a fruit or juice rather than an essential oil.

  9. I’ve gotten a few samples and I’m trying to learn more. They’re interesting and natural so I’m eager to try some more.

  10. I use essential oils in my lotions and in cleaning, like lemon oil and lavender oil.

  13. I am an essential oil newbie. I have tried a couple but don’t know if I am using them to the best of their abilities. I use melaleuca, lavender, and eucalyptus the most. Thank you for sharing.

  14. I haven’t tried oils yet but have been more and more interested recently. I’d love to try the Lavendar for its relaxation properties!

  20. Yes, I use essential oils, I really like the lemon and orange scents to make my house smell fresh and clean.

  23. Peppermint is my favorite essential oil, but lemon is a close second. Thank you for the giveaway!

  25. I use Young Living oils–thieves and rc are my favorite. Would love to try these from doTerra.

  26. I use essential oils all the time, I like peppermint and lavender to help with my allergies

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  27. I use them a little each day. Id love to add a few more to my collection and start using them for cleaning. id love to have thieves and the serenity blend

  28. I do! My favorite is Tea Tree Oil. I love the smell and it has many uses. I also love pure Sandalwood because it smells sooooo good. And I like to put Lavandar in my lotions because it is so calming.

  30. I do not currently use essential oils but recently heard it could do wonders for my allergy issues, so I’ve been reading up on them. Williing to try anything at this point.

  31. I do not currently use essential oils but recently heard it could do wonders for my allergy issues, so I’ve been reading up on them.

  33. I do like essential oils. I love the lavender and the lemon. I would love to try Frankincense as they say it is good for a few medical conditions that I have. I would also to try Oregano, because they say that boosts immunity. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!

  34. I have just started using oils and I love Serenity. Really helps my teething daughter sleep at night. I’d love to try others!

  37. I don’t use essential oils, but I would love to! I am really interested in the lemon right now, to make homemade air fresheners.

  39. I don’t use them on a daily basis and don’t know much about them or what to use where but I do have a bottle of Breathe and I use it on dd when she starts getting a cold (like right now!). It seems to help with the stuffiness and coughing!

  40. I only use thieves oil from my chiropractor. Thank you for the chance to win. I”ve heard wonderful things about doTerra but haven’t yet tried them.

  44. No I don’t but one of my best friends does and has now convinced me I should.

    1. The oil blend you mentioned called Breathe sounds like something I should try. I have horrific sinus congestion every time I lay down as well as when I’m up sometimes too.

  45. I’ve been using essential oils with a vaporizer for a few years now. I’m pretty sure they help me to relax, even if it is just from the pleasant smell.

  46. For myself, I’ve never tried them yet, but have been curious about trying one for my anxiety disorder and insomnia.

    I’d love to win this set for my sister, Renee, she is a BIG fan of essential oils and I know she would be so excited to receive them.

  47. I’ve heard good things about peppermint! Wondering if I could switch out the lavender though as it gives me a headache in any form, even picked straight from a bush!

  49. I love essential oils and have been using them for about two years. Peppermint, lavender, lemon, and eucalyptus are among my favorites.

  50. No I’ve never used any oils myself except lavender pillows at yoga. I keep reading about them, so it won’t hurt to try them.

  51. I use Lavender essential oil, it is my favorite scent for relaxation and anti – stress.

  55. I use EOs already but haven’t tried DoTerra. I like rose otto because it smells amazing!

  56. I would love to try one for calming and stress relief. I have never used essential oils before.

  59. I just started using them to keep lice away from my chickens. I have cinnamon, tea tree oil, and spearmint. The cinnamon and spearmint smell amazing!

  60. Ohhhhh I have had my eye on Peppermint and Lemon for SO LONG! I just started with my FIRST essential oil (lavender), and we use it every single day. We use it for boo boos and scrapes, bedtime baths, and sometimes Mama just plain breathes it in!

  61. I do not currently use essential oils but would be very interested in lavender and anything mint.

  62. I’m not entering your giveaway because I’m a distributor for another company for about a week and I just thought I’d give a testimony about the positives for us: Warts are almost gone, I’m not as winded walking up stairs, my memory is improving, I’m sleeping better, DH’s chronic cough is vastly improved…I can’t wait to see what else happens.

  63. I dont use Oils yet. But Ive wanted to for a long time. I would love to try Lemon and Lavender Oil first.

  65. I am a HUGE fan of DoTerra. Meleluca is wonderful, I am so glad it has helped your daughter. We just got Frankincense for my husband to start using to help with a chronic illness. I have used Breathe for congestion, Clary Sage for cramps, On Guard for immunity, Peppermint for headaches, and Citrus Bliss for a mid-day pickme up! Oh and lavendar or lemon in homemade playdough!

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