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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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One SIMPLE reader will be receiving a 3 pack of Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint doTerra essential oils and a CD that gives you the info you need to know how to use them effectively. Enter below via Rafflecopter.

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the southerner :: bridget is a mom and chauffeur to four tiny humans. she and her family live on a farm in an idyllic little southern town. they have a grumpy old dog and a kitten who likes to attack feet and eat crayons (but not at the same time). bridget likes to read, write, or pray in color late at night when the house is quiet. Find more of Bridget on her blog, twitter, pinterest, instagram and Google+.

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  • trixx
    September 7, 2014 at 9:37 pm

    I like the scent of lavender

  • Lisa L
    September 7, 2014 at 9:01 pm

    I havent used essential oils yet but want to check out the Breathe blend!

  • Audra watts
    September 6, 2014 at 7:16 pm

    I do not but the lemon would be great

  • Virginia Rowell
    September 6, 2014 at 5:23 pm

    I have not used them yet, but the Wild Orange sounds amazing!

  • Daraya
    September 6, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    I haven’t tried essential oils yet, but I would love to try the lemon one!

  • courtney b
    September 6, 2014 at 12:33 am

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

  • Heather Kelly
    September 5, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    No I don’t. But I want to!

  • Jillian T
    September 5, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    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.

  • wen budro
    September 5, 2014 at 5:22 pm

    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.

  • Helga/billsn beaks
    September 5, 2014 at 2:41 pm

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

  • Darlene Jones-Nelson
    September 5, 2014 at 2:07 pm

    I have not tried any these oils yet I am interested in trying the Massage Blend.

  • Danielle Papsis
    September 5, 2014 at 9:16 am

    I love peppermint.

  • Laurie Adams
    September 4, 2014 at 3:35 pm

    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.

  • Rachel B.
    September 3, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    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!

  • Kimberly
    September 3, 2014 at 2:25 pm

    I use the lavender and would love to try more essential oils.

  • Angela W
    September 3, 2014 at 10:52 am

    Yes, we use peppermint and lavender a lot.

  • Miranda Welle
    September 3, 2014 at 10:51 am

    We have used oils. I like the On Guard for sickness.

  • Ava Chavez
    September 2, 2014 at 9:19 pm

    I’ve never used them….Would love the Rosemary though.

  • jodi
    September 2, 2014 at 9:38 am

    I would be most interested in the peppermint

  • Em Mahr
    September 2, 2014 at 7:58 am

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

  • Sadie B.
    September 1, 2014 at 7:39 pm

    I like to use lavender essential oils for a nice relaxing bath.

  • heather
    September 1, 2014 at 12:40 am

    I do not use essential oils yet but I want to try the lavender for relaxation.

  • Margaret J
    August 31, 2014 at 6:51 pm

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

  • Kathy Fleming
    August 30, 2014 at 11:29 pm

    I have never tried them but I am most interested in trying the Peppermint doTerra essential oil.

  • Gina
    August 30, 2014 at 10:59 pm

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

  • Ashley C
    August 30, 2014 at 4:55 pm

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

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  • Sarah Hayes
    August 30, 2014 at 3:38 pm

    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

  • Brandi Dawn
    August 30, 2014 at 9:29 am

    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.

  • Marci
    August 29, 2014 at 7:22 pm

    I haven’t used any but I really like Lavendar!

  • Tina W
    August 29, 2014 at 7:20 pm

    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.

  • Tina W
    August 29, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    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.

  • Melinda Stephens
    August 29, 2014 at 2:37 am

    I only use lavender and tea tree oil, but no other essential oils yet.

  • Jessica H.
    August 28, 2014 at 11:52 pm

    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!

  • Andrea
    August 28, 2014 at 11:34 pm

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

  • Kelly
    August 28, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    Would love to try out the oils for my family!

  • Victoria Fernandez
    August 27, 2014 at 11:12 pm

    I’m new to EO. I’d say I’m most interested in lavender.

  • april
    August 27, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    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.

  • Sindy Murray
    August 27, 2014 at 12:12 am

    I don’t use any yet but I would like to try the Rosemary oil!

  • Amanda Alvarado
    August 26, 2014 at 11:53 pm

    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!

  • Rhonda S. Tenderholt
    August 26, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    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.

  • Patricia
    August 26, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    I like peppermint oil.

  • Laura
    August 26, 2014 at 11:19 am

    I have never used them. I’d love to try peppermint and lemon!

  • Jaclyn Reynolds
    August 26, 2014 at 11:17 am

    I use lemon and lavendar and I would love to try peppermint!

  • Deanna Middendorf
    August 26, 2014 at 3:06 am

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

    • Deanna Middendorf
      August 26, 2014 at 3:10 am

      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.

  • Jessie S
    August 26, 2014 at 2:22 am

    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.

  • YVONNE WOODSTOCK
    August 26, 2014 at 1:51 am

    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.

  • Krista
    August 26, 2014 at 1:03 am

    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!

  • Heather B
    August 25, 2014 at 11:55 pm

    I have never used essential oils I would like to try some lavender oil

  • Diane Cooper
    August 25, 2014 at 11:13 pm

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

  • shana
    August 25, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    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.

  • janetfaye
    August 25, 2014 at 5:09 pm

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

  • Julie M
    August 25, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    I would love to try lavender!

  • chickie brewer
    August 25, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    I have never used it, But peppermint sounds interesting.

  • Liza Vladyka
    August 25, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    no i have not but i soak my feet a lot and i think sandalwood and lavender would help with my feet noropathy

  • ginger
    August 25, 2014 at 3:18 pm

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

  • Sacha Schroeder
    August 25, 2014 at 1:35 pm

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

  • anne perry
    August 25, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    I use lavender and peppermint. I like the serenity and On guard blend.

  • Nancy
    August 25, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    I currently do not use essential oils. I’d be most interested in the Peppermint.

  • Sonya Morris
    August 25, 2014 at 11:48 am

    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!

  • Erin
    August 25, 2014 at 11:26 am

    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!

  • D Schmidt
    August 25, 2014 at 11:00 am

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

  • Jayne T.
    August 25, 2014 at 10:46 am

    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.

  • Sarah C
    August 25, 2014 at 10:43 am

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

  • Sue Ellison
    August 25, 2014 at 10:30 am

    i would be most interested in the lavender oil.

  • REK981
    August 25, 2014 at 10:29 am

    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!