How to use yourGifts with Purchase
Do you ever see the monthly freebies Young Living so generously offers us, and wonder, "But what would I do with that?" Well, we've got you covered with these simple tips and DIYs for how to use the freebies.
The sun is here and we couldn't be more excited! Get ready for all your summer adventures with June's freebies - Citronella, Aroma Siez, Eucalyptus Globulus and Peace & Calming. These simple DIYS, tips and tricks will have you ready for anything this summer may bring.
And remember - you can always pop the oils into your diffuser for added benefits!
Citronella essential oilMake a DIY Outdoor Pest Spray
- 30 drops Citronella
- 20 drops each Rosemary, Tea Tree, Myrtle, Geranium, Lemongrass
- Splash of alcohol-free witch hazel
- Fill with filtered water or fractionated coconut oil (per your preference)
- Spritz it at sporting events, while camping or anytime you want to enjoy the outdoors annoyance free.
Make Citronella Beeswax Candles
- Natural beeswax pellets
- Organic coconut oil (optional) - 1 tsp per jar
- hemp wicks, wick sticks & a wick centering device
- glass jars
- 75 drops Citronella essential oil
Set a wide, shallow dish on the stove with water and heat to medium-low, very gently boiling. While the water heats, prepare your jars by adding a stick to the metal ring of the wick and press firmly into the middle of the bottom of your glass jar. Align the wick holder on the top of the jar to keep the wick from moving to one side.
Pour about 1/3 of the jar full of beeswax pellets, then add 1/2 tsp coconut oil. Repeat the layers, finishing with the beeswax to near the op of the jar. As you fill the jars, make sure that the wick remains in the center. The coconut oil is optional but helps to slow the burning of the beeswax so your candles will last longer.
Once the water is boiling gently, place your jars in and allow the wax and coconut oil to melt. Add more beeswax pellets as needed as the wax melts and naturally lowers.
Once the wax is melted, remove from the water bath and place on a baking rack to cool. Add essential oils, dropping them all around the wax. Allow the wax to cool and harden, then enjoy!
Diffuser Blends - Diffuse this summertime staple on your porch, patio or even camping with a rechargeable diffuser!
- Patio Weather: Geranium + Citronella
- Mimosa: Citronella + Tangerine + Lime
- Herb Garden: Citronella + Lavender + Rosemary
- Summer Breeze: Citronella + Lemongrass + Tangerine
Add a twist to your summer essentials with a DIY Sun Cream
- One tube of YL Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
- 8 oz fractionated coconut oil
- 40 drops Citronella
- 20 drops Lavender
- 20 drops Carrot Seed
- Add to a continuous spray bottle and shake well to combine. Apply generously before heading out into the sun!
Eucalyptus Globulus essential oilUp your laundry game. Add this oil to dryer balls for fresh crisp laundry.
Make a DIY Washing Machine Cleaner. Did you know you are supposed to clean your washing machine regularly to avoid mildew buildup? These recipes are perfect for that.
For a Front Loading Washing Machine
- 2 tbs borax or natural oxygen bleach
- 2 tbs washing soda
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 20 drops Eucalyptus Globulus and Tea Tree each
Remove the tray dispenser and allow it to soak, fully submerged in hot water. Once the residues are softened, scrub them off with an old toothbrush. Rinse the tray with fresh water, and put it back into the machine. If the tray doesn't have a release button, then pour some vinegar in the tray and scrub with a toothbrush.
Put washing soda and borax into the empty drum. Put the washing machine on the hottest setting, and use the most about of water. If the machine has a cleaning cycle, then use that setting. Check the manufacturer's instructions for the machine to see if your model recommends putting the powder in a certain dispenser instead.
After the cycle is finished, pour the vinegar, and the essential oils into the liquid dispenser on the tray. Run another cycle on hot, or cleaning cycle if that machine has that option.
Use a microfiber cloth with vinegar solution to wipe the outside of the machine, the inside of the door, and the seal around the door.
For a Top Loading Washing Machine
- 1/2 cup borax or natural oxygen bleach
- 1/2 cup washing soda
- 1 quart white vinegar
- 20 drops Eucalyptus Globulus and Tea Tree each
Add borax and washing soda to a full drop of hot water and wash on a heavy duty or cleaning cycle. When the cycle is done, add vinegar and essential oils to the drum. Run another hot water cycle. Let it agitate for a few minutes, let the vinegar water solution sit for 30-60 minutes before finishing the cycle.
While the vinegar is sitting in the machine, dip a clean microfiber cloth into the water and use it to clean the outside of the machine. Also, be sure to clean under the lip where the drum is Clean the dispensers to remove hair, dirt, soap, and other grime. An old toothbrush can help for stubborn areas. Remove and clean the filter in the bottom with hot, soapy water or vinegar.
DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray
Make a mattress and upholstery spray to freshen all the things - carpets, furniture, dog beds, mattresses, anything really!
- 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
- 15 drops each: Lavender, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus
- 5 drops Peppermint
- Filtered water in an 8 ounce glass spray bottle
Diffuser blends - Using Eucalyptus Globulus essential oil for a scent that will remind you of a summer day in the garden.
- Wildflowers: Eucalyptus Globulus + Lavender + Joy
- Spa Day: Eucalyptus Globulus + Rosemary + Lemon
- Aveda: Eucalyptus Globulus + Rosemary + Tangerine
Freshen up your space. For a sunshine scent in the kitchen or bathroom, place a few drops on a cotton ball and put it int he bottom of the trash can before replacing the liner.
Aroma Siez essential oil blendEnjoy some post-adventure aromatherapy. Combine a few drops of Aroma Siez with V-6 to boost a post-hike massage with this DIY Massage Oil.
- 30 drops Aroma Siez
- 20 drops each Peppermint, Copaiba, Lavender, Eucalyptus Globulus
- Carrier of choice (V-6, coconut oil, jojoba oil, etc)
- 4 oz pump bottle
Add Aroma Siez to epsom salt for an incredible bath routine that your muscles will thank you for by making these Raindrop Bath Salts:
- 2 cups epsom salt
- 1 cup Himilayan sea salt
- 30 drops each: Aroma Siez, Oregano, Marjoram, Cypress, Thyme, Basil, Lavender, Peppermint, Wintergreen
- Mix well. To use, scoop out about 1/2 cup of the mixture and run under warm water, adding more Epson salt if desired.
Up your wellness game with a Raindrop Roller:
- 20 drops each: Aroma Siez, Oregano, Marjoram, Cypress, Thyme, Basil, Lavender, Peppermint, Wintergreen
- 5 pumps Ortho Ease Massage Oil
- Carrier of choice in a 10 mL roller bottle
- Apply as desired over spine, both of feet, and/or lymph nodes. We suggest using every hour for acute needs.
Take a sensory journey on the go. Add a few drops of Aroma Siez to a car diffuser for a summer-ready scent between visit to the farmers market and the kids' swimming lessons.
Diffuser Blends - use these uplifting blend anytime of the day:
- Perk Up: Aroma Siez + Lemon
- Recharge: Aroma Siez + Lavender + Eucalyptus Globulus
- Focused: Aroma Siez + Rosemary + Jade Lemon
Peace & Calming essential oil blendUp your skin game. Take advantage of the blue tansy glow and add a drop of Peace & Calming to your nightly moisturizer. Whip up this simple DIY Beauty Serum to make it easier in a 2 oz dropper bottle:
- 20 drops each of Peace & Calming and Frankincense
- 10 drops Manuka
- Carrier oil of your choice (jojoba, argon, fractioned coconut, etc)
Treat your pores. Make a soothing skin spray with 2 oz of water and 10 drops of Peace & Calming (optional 10 drops of Lavender) for an easy, sun-ready refresh when the weather gets a little too toasty.
Take a Tantrum Tamer roller for when your kids (or you!) feel the big emotions that are hard to handle.
- 20 drops Peace & Calming
- 10 drops each of Valor, Tangerine, and Pachouli
- 5 drops Vetiver
- Fill a 10 mL roller bottle with a carrier oil (jojoba, argon, fractioned coconut oil, etc)
Rest easy with this tried and true DIY Linen & Sheet Spray. Spray on blankets, sheets, movies, stuffed animals, pjs, etc.
- 30 drops Peace & Calming
- 20 drops Lavender
- 10 drops Tangerine
- Splash of which hazel
- fill a 2 oz glass spray bottle with filtered water
Diffuser recipes: say good bye to your worries. Add Peace & Calming to your diffuser to wind down at the end of the day:
- Drift Away: Peace & Calming + Lavender
- Lullaby: Peace & Calming + Tangerine + Valor
- Silent Nights: Peace & Calming + Vanilla
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Jennifer
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