If you are thinking about joining doTERRA, you may have TONS of questions about the whole sign up process or you may be ready right now. I have been using their products myself for seven years and selling them online for almost that long so I am here to answer your questions with this essential oils guide full of FAQs!
Watch this video to learn more about what essential oils are, why doTERRA has the best essential oils, how to use essential oils, what essential oils to use and the smartest way to join.
Before we found doTERRA we felt like we were just putting band-aids on all our health issues and not really getting down to the real cause of our health issues.
We knew we needed to boost our immune systems but we didn’t know how. After much trial and error, we figured out how to effectively boost our immune systems so our bodies can heal themselves.
Isn’t it interesting that if you look at the word heal-th differently, maybe we would think of healing more instead of just popping a pill to numb the pain?
Most important benefits
- Take charge of your health and feel empowered to help your body heal itself
- Give your body what it wants to help heal itself
- Feel good about what you are putting in your body
- Save money on reduced doctor visits
- To have another option of something powerful to try to help health issues
- 25% discount off retail prices
- No obligation to either buy or sell
- No minimums or monthly requirements
- doTERRA will send you an introductory packet -includes an introductory DVD, Product Guide, Essential Oil Usage Chart & more
- Promotions – For example, every 3 or 4 months there is a promotion where for every 200PV (usually $200) order that you place, you will receive a free a free oil or oils. Previous free oils are – Deep Blue 10ml Roll On with a Deep Blue Rub; Frankincense; In Tune and Past Tense; and Deep Blue 5ml with a Deep Blue rub.
- Optional monthly auto-ship with great rewards (LRP)
- Optional ability to sign others under you and have residual income
- Support and education from myself via regular emails
There are six different starter kits to choose from and they all include the $35 membership fee. They range in cost from $140 to $760. The larger the kit, the larger the discount and/or rewards. All kits entitle you to wholesale pricing for one year with NO monthly minimum, NO auto-renewal and NO selling obligation.
An enrollment kit is the smartest option, but if you want, you can pay the $35 enrollment fee and then buy any individual oils you would like.
Click this link to get started
View a list of all the enrollment kits
First, you need to understand the definition of a pyramid scheme. They are “a form of investment (illegal in the US and elsewhere) in which each paying participant recruits two further participants, with returns being given to early participants using money contributed by later ones.”
Since doTERRA is not an investment of money but purchasing their products and you don’t even have to recruit new members it is clearly NOT a pyramid scheme.
Nothing. After you purchase the membership enrollment kit, there is no minimum quota, obligation, recurring charge or mandatory monthly order.
Click here if you want to learn more about the OPTIONAL monthly buying program aka Loyalty Rewards Program (LRP) where you can get up to 30% of your purchases back in free product points, which you can redeem for free products.
Nothing. You really don’t have to sell anything ever. You can if you want to but there really is no pressure to sell. If selling interests you, click here to learn more.
Essential oils are considered dietary supplements and are regulated by the FDA, but not as food or drugs. As such, they don’t need FDA approval but do need to meet FDA regulations to be FDA compliant in order to sell their products. In short, they cannot be FDA approved but they are FDA compliant.
Any claims of any products made are required to have FDA compliance language and they are only supposed to use body-function claims. doTERRA as a company is very careful to follow these regulations. However, some individual sellers may not be and doTERRA tries very hard to correct any of these incorrect claims as soon as they find them. You may read more details here.
Yes. Read my article called “Top 10 Reasons Why doTERRA is the Best Essential Oil Company” to see you can see why I think it’s the best essential oil brand.
Click here to view the price list. If the price seems high to you, remember that doTERRA essential oils are pure with absolutely nothing added. Pretty much every other company adds inexpensive and sometimes dangerous fillers to their oils to get the prices down. They are also highly concentrated. For example, there are about 50 lemons in just one bottle of lemon essential oil.
View the product guide to learn what essential oils are, how to use them, what CPTG means and a list of every product and some of its uses and benefits.
This can best be explained by looking at the price list. Notice the different column headings. PV is usually the same as Wholesale except in some items, like kits since there is a discount for those items.
Your initial enrollment lasts for one year. After one year if you want to keep buying, on the next order you place you will be charged a $25 renewal fee and you will receive a free bottle of peppermint.
If you do not want to renew your membership, simply do not place an order after your first year and you will not be charged the yearly renewal fee.
You may get those details here. Also keep in mind that with LRP (monthly) orders shipping is free and if you live near their corporate offices, you may always pick up for free.
Unlike a lot of other doTERRA users, I don’t have a huge, dramatic story of how I started to use the oils. When we were first introduced to the oils, we had already spent years improving our health and had spent thousands of dollars doing so.
When we first used the oils, we figured they could be just one other way to improve our health and something else to try. We had no interest in selling the oils. As we started using them, we noticed how different they were. We really felt better when we used them.
Slowly, over time, we started using the essential oils for more and more things. One of the things I love about them is they are easy to use on our children. It’s easy to put a drop on their feet, wrists or the back of their neck.
We don’t have to get them to hold still for very long or eat something nasty. I love having an answer when my children get an owie, can’t sleep, are grumpy or can’t breathe well. I love to use the oils to help me feel happier and act nicer and I know my family appreciates that. I love how it’s so easy to use them and how they are so versatile.
I feel so empowered knowing that I have these powerful, effective oils to try and I have the freedom to try different things until I find what works for me. I have yet to find anyone that really gave the oils a chance that did not experience benefit. There is a saying, “There’s an oil for that” – and it’s true! There are very few things that the oils can’t help with in a profound, real way.
You may be hearing everywhere about essential oils. But, what are essential oils?
Essential oils are distilled from the root, stems, bark and leaves of plants. Their only ingredient is the plant, as long as you are getting real, pure essential oils then that’s all you’re getting. For example, peppermint oil is simply peppermint that has been distilled.
There are no other ingredients. The oils are naturally in the plants to protect the plant from environmental threats – so they can do the same thing for you.
Since our bodies are made of similar building blocks as plants, the essential oils work in our bodies in the same way that they would for the plant.
Essential oils are powerful!
They are 50-70 times more powerful than their herbal counterparts.
They benefit mood and mental health and support body organs and systems so that the body can heal itself.
This post has a chart with some ideas of some of the most common uses of doTERRA essential oils. There are many more. There is a saying, “There’s an Oil for That!” because there is such a wide-ranging benefit from essential oils. Here is a complete list of all the uses for each doTERRA product.
You don’t need to do anything if you don’t want to buy products anymore. Just simply don’t order and after a year your membership will automatically expire.
If you wish to renew your membership anytime after a year, simply place an order and you will be charged a yearly $25 membership fee and given a free peppermint essential oil. Since its wholesale cost is $22, your membership kinda sorta only costs $3 a year.
HOWEVER, if you participate in the optional monthly ordering program called LRP (Loyalty Rewards Program) then you will need to call member services and cancel that or you will continue to get your monthly orders. Make sure you use any points before you do or you will lose those.
Reviews from my team members
I began my doTERRA journey when I went home for Christmas 2013 and my sister shared her Wild Orange doTERRA oil with me and I loved it. Rebecca has been such a blessing educating me on Doterra oils that I have now signed up under her as an LRP. Her communication skills are the best I’ve seen in years. I’m impressed on how quickly she responds to me, always responding with excellence. I never have to get frustrated in waiting for a response, or having to repeat my question to her. She is extremely thorough and responsive. I love her passion and continual efforts to forward practical information out to her LRPs. I believe Rebecca wants the best for her family and wants to share her bests with the world. I am grateful our paths have crossed even though we are miles apart. I hope someday to meet up with her to give her thanks in person for changing my life and my family’s life for the better.” Cathy G.
I have been so blessed, signing up under Rebecca. She does not only sell doTERRA, she truly believes and helps you learn to take care of your family naturally.” Thank You!! M D Chrisley, Christiansburg Va.
I love my oils! I use Slim & Sassy, deep blue, vetiver & Peppermint EVERY DAY!! I use oils for everything! On my kids and dogs too! Love, love, love! Oh and I also use ALL the supplements!!” -T. Cameron, CO
I love doTERRA, not just because it’s the new fad in town but because it really works. You have to try it your self to know the truth. I recommend the peppermint and deep blue oil, but there are so many others to choose from. Have fun using these wonderful oils in many different ways.” K. Mozina
So many interesting facts here. I am trying to wade through it all. Will be back to glean more info — thanks!
I’m glad to help – and please let me know if you have any questions!
I’m looking to sign up but don’t have anyone to sign up under
I would love to have you join my team! Please let me know if you have any other questions.
I just signed up! Happy to be part of your team ?
Happy to have you!
I always enjoy reading the interesting posts you write about oils. I have been using them for almost 1 year and I cant believe that something this wonderful was unknown to me for so long. Thank you for writing this blog —
You’re welcome!
doōTERRA has changed my life! I decided to sign up to become a Wellness Advocate and have sworn by the oils ever since. I am slowly converting all of my friends into believers as well. I thoroughly enjoy reading your posts on the blog- I feel like they have helped me in my transition to a healthier, more natural way of living, and for that I say thank you! Merry Christmas!
I am so wanting to try essential oils and lead a more holistic and natural lifestyle. My son has a hard time transitioning between his fathers home and ours and I would love to try oils to help his transitioning. Of course for all the other amazing reasons as well but that has been on my heart to fit it into my budget somehow. DoTerra has stuck out to me the most.
doTERRA is the best, at least I think so! I’m happy to answer any questions you have.
I am enjoying learning about essential oils. I am thankful for your help in this adventure!
I have been learning from your emails about these essential oils. They are amazing at what they can help with. I would have never known about them if I did not read them on your website. Thank you for all your information!
i love these oils would not do without them
Just starting to use doTERRA essential oils and I’m loving them!
Thank you so much for all the wonderful, helpful information. I have been doing a lot of research on EO. It can get very overwhelming with all the different information out there. I will put this page on my favorites bar to come back to for information when needed. I can’t wait to get started on EO and see how they work for myself and my family!
I’m happy to help. Thanks for stopping by!
I have never tried essential oils and have been doing some research on it for the best ones to use. I would love to be able to try this!!! It is very interesting on how many things these oils can do. I love reading your tidbits that I get from you. Thanks!
Thanks so much for this post! There is so much information here and it has been very helpful for me!
Glad I could help!
I love you page and all the wonderful info you share!!!
Have just started using Essential Oils a few months ago. So far I am very happy with the ones I have tried. Hoping to get more soon.
I just love how informative you are! I’ve been using doterra for four years now and I can’t get enough!!! I’m an addict and I LOVE it! It is try The Lord’s gift to us all! You’re blog is fantastic! Thank you for all you do.
You’re welcome – and you’re so sweet!
I’ve tried past tense and it is quite soothing. I particularly love using it on my neck after a stressful day. It definitely helps relieve tension. I am still a complete novice with essential oils.
Awesome. One more question. If I sign up for the LRP, am I committing to anything beyond Oct & Nov for sales? Or can I just opt out of that starting in December? Thank you for the info. ? I have never used the oils before so I am interested in seeing if they really work well.
You are not committing yourself. You can change the LRP order online yourself at any time and/or delete it. If you do delete it, you lose any points you’ve accumulated but that’s all.
I love your site. I have printed many of your recipes. I just joined the Do-terra family and am loving my essential oils. I brought my lotus defuser to work and my co-workers love it. With insurance cost going out of control and medical bills many of us can’t afford insurance anymore so we have to take care of ourselves the natural and healthy way, by living a clean and active life and protecting our cells and building a strong immune system. Essential oils are a great way to start.
Thank you so much for all your information. My husband and I have been considering moving towards essential oils and you have helped us answer a lot of questions! Thank you!
I have never tried essential oils and have been doing some research on it for the best ones to use. I would love to be able to try this!!! It is very interesting on how many things these oils can do. I love reading your tidbits that I get from you. Thanks!
Please let me know if I can answer any questions for you about essential oils. I’d love to help you with your research.
Hi! I am so glad I came across your website! I have been using a few different oils for my family and have been wanting to expand my collection as well as build my own business. I can’t wait to keep reading and learning more!
I would be happy to answer any questions you have about essential oils.
I am already signed up under someone else, but I appreciate your resources!!
Can I join doTERRA if I live in Mexico?
Yes! It’s totally possible to join with me. I have people under me all over the world. Mexico is an exciting place to join because they opened up there recently and there is a lot of opportunity for growth there if you want to sell the oils (but you don’t have to). I don’t speak Spanish but I am related to several people who speak fluently. It sounds like you know English great but I could have them translate things if we need to.
I would love to try essential oils!
Please let me know if you have any questions about essential oils I can help you with. Rebecca
My Daughter got me into the starting stage of using essential oils n I really like them.
N I luv going thru ur blog n pintrest pages for all kind of Great Ideas!
Thanks So Much For Being A GREAT OIL’IN MASTER
You’re welcome. Thanks for visiting my blog!
Thank you so much for all of the helpful information regarding EO’s… As a oil “newbie”, I find it really informative, and I’m enjoying seeing how some of these oils best fit my needs.
You’re welcome!
I am very interested in essential oils. As a Health Coach i am interested in trying to help people as naturally as i can. Blessings to you an your family.
You’re welcome – and please let me know if there is anything I can help you with!
I have never tried these oils at all. I want to try one for sleep. My head races at night time. I love the roll on. I think there is no waste oil that way:):)
I love high quality essential oils. I’ve been using them for about 8 months now and am always impressed with the results. We use them for health as well as cleaning the house!
I AM A BELIEVER by accident !!! I have not been sick at my job when everyone else has been (I believe) I used On Guard FABULOUS! Lavendar is a saving GRACE
JUST TRY IT! What do you have to lose!?
Amazing website! Thanks for all the tips!! Xo
You’re welcome!
I have tried a few different doTERRA oils and thought they are wonderful. They were quality to have helped so much.
If I sign up as a wellness advocate, do I have to buy so much product each month? Is the shipping free? (I have read that you get the shipping back in points, is that correct?)
If not, then on top of my order each month I pay $9-12 in shipping? That is basically the 25% discount on a $50 order.
You do not have to buy so much product each month. They do have an monthly program but it is optional but very good. You can get up to 30% of your product back in points. For regular orders you can get half of the shipping back in points. For the monthly (LRP) orders, you get all the shipping back as points.
I would love to try essential oils.
I am so glad I found your blog! I’m pretty sure I found it thru pinterest… I’ve been googling and pinning for far too long today. I’m totally ignoring my kids as they are sliding down the stairs. It’s all fun and games till someone gets hurt… maybe? ?
So enjoying the oils for myself and the fam. I have my 90 year old mother at home with me. She’s recovering from a broken femur in the hospital and we’re diffusing On Guard and melaleuca right now! Also using Deep Blue for her muscles!
I’m seriously considering signing up. I’m very new to essential oils & it seems to be the best & most cost effective way to build up my supply & get my family going as well. Thank you!
I would love to have you sign up with me!
Essential oils are awesome! I will click on your link about joining you and read more! Thank you!
Hi! I’m loving your blog and I definitely want to get the FamPhys Kit!!
I am currently trying to convince my husband essential oils really do work. I have been using a sample for 2 days now and it works for me!
Just signed up for a family physician kit today. Started using them at Cleveland Clinic- excited to try more!
Thanks for all the great info! I signed up yesterday and look forward to receiving my first doTerra shipment.
LOVE doTERRA. It has been so helpful to our family.
Just ordered my starter kit. Can’t wait to try them!!
Eeep! Just got my family physican kit in. So excited!!! Am loving that I finally signed up and am so glad I signed up under you, I have found some really great resources on your page.
I ordered the Family Physician Kit and I was very happy with it….I just signed up today because there are so many other oils I want to get. I am so glad I found out about essential oils.
I’m so happy to have you on my team and look forward to supporting you on your essential oils journey!