Ever wondered about Essential Oils? What makes them special (besides the fact that they smell AHmazing!)?
Want to start but not sure how?
Two years ago I barely knew what Essential Oils where, I thought they could be used for two or three things and that was about it. Little did I know what I was missing! I had no idea all the benefits the little bottles had!
I was incredibly *lucky* (actually, more like blessed) when I got connected with an amazing team that held my hand and walked me through everything step-by-step. When it comes to oils:
Team matters and education is crucial.
What are Essential Oils?
Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the seeds, flowers, bark, rind, and leaves of plants, extracted and distilled for health benefits. They work rapidly and are incredibly effective. They work with the body to address issues and root causes on a cellular level.
Hundreds of different compounds provide complex & versatile ability to combat threats without building up resistance. The more I research the more surprised I am at how simple yet powerful they are.
Essential oils are simple to use and have been used for thousands of years.
What can Essential Oils be used for?
Oh goodness! SO many things! For starters here’s a peek at just one piece of the pie, oils that help with emotional support.
Everything listed on the image is just the beginning, Essential Oils are incredible versatile and can be used for so many things! Do you have specific question on what else they can be used for? I have an entire email course that walks you through what oils to use for what, which oils are best in the beginning, etc. If that sounds interesting to you, fill out the form below, it’s 100% free and super educational. It will help you get started in the right direction.
What brand of oil should I use?
There are several grades of essential oils, and keep in mind that none of these are regulated, not even “therapeutic grade”, because of this lack of regulation it’s very important to find a trusted brand!
If you stopped by our blog before, you probably know what brand we love. We used to share it in big letters on our blog so you could benefit from knowing but now because of FDA-regualations, I can no longer share it here. Huge bummer, I know. Thankfully, there is still a way! If you request to join our Essential Oil Education Newsletter and I can send you an email with all the information!
Click here to join our oils newsletter and find out what brand we use and love!
My life has been changed in awesome ways because of oils and because of this I want to help answer questions and help you in any way that I can.
How will I learn to use my oils?
Remember how I said earlier, team matters and support is crucial. Today’s your chance to benefit from both just like I did.
I want to pay-it-forward and have set up a team who will help you just like I was helped. Our team is like a second family — a support system, a group to learn with and be there as you’re learning.
To help you avoid getting overwhelmed we encourage you to incorporate just one small change at a time, which we’ll walk you though in our newsletter.
Join our essential oil newsletter for oil education and tips:
- You can also reach out to us directly by email at oils@therealisticmama.com if you have questions about getting starter. We can’t wait to hear from you.
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And YES… There REALLY is an Oil for everything! 🙂
I only use a few but the ones I do use have really saved us. I am waiting till I can buy a kit(have to save for it). Thanks for simply explaining the process.
Amy! Let’s talk! I’d love to help you figure out an oil plan that works for your family! Also, off subject, but I love your chalk water post! Will share it tomorrow.
I’ve always been curious about essential oils (mainly for cleaning) but haven’t taken the plunge yet!
Thanks for explaining how the essential oils work! This is very helpful! 🙂
Absolutely true! After 10 years working in Pharmacy I have embarked on a new journey to explore natural medicine. The proof is on the results.
A lifetime struggle with headaches lead me to expensive prescription medications, with horrible after effects. Then I discovered peppermint oil. It eased my pain almost instantly and without side effects. It is inexpensive and has many uses around the house!
So glad you found peppermint, I love it too! What do you find works best for you? Internally (like in beadlets, your drinks, etc) or topically on your neck, forehead and temples? I know it’s different for each person, so I’m curious!
I just started using essential oils last week. Currently all I have is Young Living Lavender and it has all but cured my life long insomnia. Not only that but I mixed it with Spectrum Organic unrefined Coconut oil and my more than 2 year old stretch marks are disappearing before my eyes
I need to buy my “physician’s kit.” Right now I have Breathe, Citrus Bliss, and OnGuard beadlettes. Just can’t afford to get everything I want! LOL I may have to just purchase one each pay period.
That’s what I did when I first started too! Then I realized I loved them way to much to just buy one at a time, so I saved up and got the kit, which is an amazing savings! I’d love to help you either way, whatever works better for you at this time. 🙂
I want to learn more about essential oils. Can you help me get started?
I would love to! Will send you an email now. 🙂
i really want to learn more about these oils and what they can be used for.
I’ll email you. 🙂
I am interested in learning more about there uses and benefits. Can you also tell me how much it is to get started, if I decide to join?
Hey Pam! There are several options — to fit pretty much any budget. I’ll gladly email back and forth with you if you’d like, or give you a call to talk about some different options and ideas.
Hello, I have been really trying to wrap my brain around essential oils and what/how I can implement them into our lives. I have MS and a daughter with ADHD and I’m going into early menopause. I need all the help we can get over here. I am going to continue to read through your blog and see what I am able to learn. Thank you for the information.
Hey Kary! Sorry to hear you are struggling with those things. Essential Oils can definitely help, I will send you an email with some helpful resources. Best, Alida
I’m a stay at home mom and am trying to find a way to make a few extra dollars and keep my 6 month old from anything that’s chemically made. This looks like It could be a good place to start. I’m curios as to the details! How does it work
Can you send me an email to alida@therealisticmama.com and let me know your specific question and I can help from there.
I am interested in learning more about the oils… I came across them by reading about them heeling with weight.. Started reading it and now its been a couple hours, very interesting . Could you send me info on them?
Thank You
Connie
Sent you an email, I’d love to go over a quick intro with you and help you get started! I love supporting and educating people about oils! Let me know if you didn’t receive it.
I would love information about cost, I really want to start introducing e.o. in our lives. could you email me also please and thank you so much!
Hey Wendy! We sent an email but haven’t heard back. Please check your spam box in case it slipped in there. If you still don’t see it will you send us a direct email to: alida@therealisticmama.com
Thanks for the info – this is great – any suggestions on which oils to use for pain relief (ie labour etc)? Am still going to try for a natural labour and I have been doing some reading on how essential oils can help.
I highly recommend the book Essential Oils for Pregnancy, Birth & Babies by Stephanie Fritz.
Hello
I’m interested in essential oils for weight loss…
I realize diet and exercise is step 1…but I also know help is out there somewhere…
Thanks so much
I have always wanted to use essential oils for cleaning and such. I’m not sure where to even start. Help please!