Wait...what's wrong with Thieves blends?
Why do we need to make them better?
Thieves* refers to blends containing Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Clove, Cinnamon Bark/Leaf, and Lemon or Orange essential oils.
Two of the essential oils are not safe for kids under 10 to breathe (can cause labored breathing and slowed respiration), and two are blood thinning even when inhaled.
When applied topically, these blends can cause skin irritation, rashes, or burns due to the low topical max of three of the essential oils.
These blends are classified as "CAUTION FOR ALL" due to safety issues.
*Some companies use the names OnGuard, Germ Fighter, Fighting Five, etc.
Create your own safe and effective germ-killing blend!
I’ve worked for years to research the components that make up essential oils and see what scientists and researchers have to say about their therapeutic benefits.
Using that knowledge, I chose the most powerful germ-killing essential oils for this blend, and thousands of members inside Recipes Lab™ attest that it is very effective!
Better Than Thieves not only works well, it safe for the whole family (and it’s OK to diffuse with a dog in the room)!
COMPARE: Thieves vs. Better Than Thieves
As you can see, Better Than Thieves is the better choice. But is it more effective? Yes!
Better Than Thieves is created with the best germ-killing essential oils, without anything else added.
Thieves blends are not as effective as they could be as they contain some essential oils that do not contain high amounts of components beneficial for killing germs, diluting the effectiveness.
This chart applies to doTERRA's OnGuard, Edens Garden's Fighting Five, Plant Therapy's Germ Fighter, and other blends with the same essential oils.
It's easy to create a safe blend! I'll show you how...
Choose a blend effective + safe for the whole family!
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- Better Than Thieves Blend Recipe with personal Inhaler, Diffuser, and Aroma Jewelry instructions
- Hand Sanitizer Spray Recipe
- Hand Sanitizer Gel Recipe
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Copycat Thieves Blend Recipe &
Copycat OnGuard Blend Recipe
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FAQ
What is the difference between Better Than Thieves, Copycat Thieves, and Copycat OnGuard?
Better Than Thieves was created entirely based on the essential oils with the best germ-killing power. It doesn't smell like Thieves or OnGuard. However, some people are used to the aroma of Theives and OnGuard, so I created a copycat version that includes some of the same essential oils, while selecting safer alternatives. This results in a similar aroma, while being much safer to use.
Can I purchase these blends already made for me?
I don't sell essential oils, I provide you with safe and effective recipes so you can make your own, choosing the brand you prefer.
What brands do you recommend?
What other blend recipes do you have?
This is the first blend recipe I've offered. If you like it, I may make more! Meantime, I provide single-use recipes inside Recipes Lab™.
If I have a Using Essential Oils Safely MEMBER PASS do I need to purchase this?
Nope! These recipes are included with your Using Essential Oils Safely MEMBER PASS.
People buy blends because they don't know how to make their own. Is that true for you?
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Everyone deserves to make informed choices: choose safe essential oil blends that work!
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