Elemi Oil Spotlight - January 2023

Elemi
Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
Elemi essential oil comes from the same botanical family as Frankincense and Myrrh and has similar properties and benefits—from skin care to aromatic use during prayer or meditation. This is a wonderful oil to add to your collection!


Just a Drop of Elemi

  • A trusty alternative to Frankincense, with a similar grounding and balancing aroma
  • Supports a balanced, even complexion
  • Helps reduce the appearance of blemishes
  • Can be used with massage after exercise to soothe fatigued muscles and joints
Background

Elemi essential oil comes from the gum resin collected from the elemi tree, a large evergreen species native to the Philippines, and its name comes from an Arabic phrase that means “above and below.” Elemi essential oil offers a woodsy, fresh, incense-like aroma that is great for meditation and grounding. 

Elemi has been used traditionally in Europe for the skin. It is highly regarded for reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, supporting healthy skin, and for soothing muscles after exercise. It is also wonderful for promoting heart health.

Key Constituents
Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties.

  • Limonene
  • Alpha-phellandrene
  • Elemol, Sabinene
  • Elemicin
  • Alpha-terpineol
Product Options
Davana is a key ingredient in:
Wellness Habits with Elemi

Add Elemi to your wellness roller and use daily to support the immune system. Great additions include Thieves, Pine, Oregano, Lemon and Geranium essential oils.

Give tired muscles some TLC with a simple epsom salt and Elemi bath soak or use Elemi with V-6 Carrier oil for a massage.

Skincare & Beauty with Elemi

Use it as a spot treatment on blemishes and minor skin imperfections. Make a DIY Facial Serum. To a 2 oz dropper bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Elemi
  • Optional 10-15 drops each: Myrrh, Blue Tansy, Cedarwood (for dry skin), Geranium (for brightening), Manuka
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing winter skin (not just hands!)
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 40 drops essential oils: Elemi, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Winter Skin Bath Soak! Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap:
  • 2lb melt and pour soap base 
  • ½ cup powdered goat milk 
  • 2 Tbsp organic raw honey 
  • 1 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils (Elemi, Cedarwood, Lavender, alone or in combo!)
  • Soap molds
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler. Whisk in all remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Option to add dried flowers. Let sit overnight 
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak:
  • ¼ cup magnesium flakes
  • ¼ cup organic oats, ground
  • 2 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 10 drops each Elemi, Cedarwood, Lavender 
  • Mix together and add to bath water. Then add ¼ cup ACV to the water and gently mix.
Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp of Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 3 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Elemi
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove towel and wipe off scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Make a DIY Roll-on Cuticle oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
  • 1½ teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 5 drops Elemi essential oil
    Add all the above to an empty 15 ml essential oil bottle and add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment. Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere.
ROLLER BLENDS WITH ELEMI

Make a Focus Roller to use during work, homework, school, meetings or anytime to help focus the mind. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Elemi
  • 10 drops Cedarwood
  • 5 drops Peppermint
    Fill with a carrier of choice. Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently. 
Make a Happy Heart Roller:
  • 10 drops Juniper (encourages circulation)
  • 10 drops Eucalyptus Globulus (supports healthy blood pressure and inflammation levels)
  • 10 drops Lavender (calming)
  • 10 drops Elemi (supports cardiovascular system)
  • 10 drops Marjoram (supports healthy blood pressure)
    Combine essential oils in an empty glass roller bottle and top with your favorite carrier oil. Apply over heart and the bottom of feet... center being the vita flex point for health. Inhaling these oils are also helpful for someone who has experienced a heart episode to support emotions.
Make a Sweet Dreams sleep roller:
  • 20 drops each Lavender, Cedarwood, Elemi
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice
    Apply over to the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Diffuse
Diffuse this earthy oil to support focus, calm the atmosphere and bring a sense of serenity to your home:

Zen Space - 5 drops Elemi, 3 drops Sage, 3 drops Lavender
Sweet Dreams - 5 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Elemi
Calm & Collected - 4 drops each Cedarwood, Peppermint, Lemon, & Elemi
At Home Spa - 4 drops Elemi, 3 drops each Lavender & Eucalyptus 
Morning Routine - 4 drops each Elemi & Valor, 3 drops Tangerine


Join us in using Elemi essential oil this month and beyond. Want to try Elemi essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

EssentialZyme Supplement Spotlight - Jan 2023

EssentialZyme Supplement Spotlight

We've all heard how important digestive health is for overall wellness, and most recently more information has been discovered about how digestion affects immunity, mood and essentially all body systems. Because it's so important, we want to support digestion well and one way to do that daily is with enzyme supplements.

EssentialZyme is a bilayered, multienzyme complex caplet specially formulated to support and balance digestive health and to stimulate overall enzyme activity to combat the modern diet. EssentialZyme contains tarragon, peppermint, anise, fennel, and clove essential oils to improve overall enzyme activity, and support healthy pancreatic function.

ESSENTIALZYME AT A GLANCE
  • Stimulates overall enzyme activity
  • Supports and balances digestive health
  • Supports healthy pancreatic function
  • Assists the body in breaking down and digesting food
Why do we need enzymes?? Enzymes are protein molecules that are manufactured by all plant and animal cells and are required for our cells to function! Enzymes support all systems in the body:
  • Digestion - Enzymes break down food so that the body can digest it.
  • Metabolism - Enzymes help properly metabolize the food so that the body can use the nutrients from the food.
  • Respiration - Enzymes assist in getting oxygen where it is needed.
  • Nutrient absorption and transportation – Enzymes help the nutrients get to where they are needed.
  • Detoxification - Enzymes keep toxic sludge from building up in the body.
  • Muscle movement - Enzymes assist in helping the brain communicate with the muscles.
  • Hormone production - Enzymes assist in helping the body produce hormones that in turn keep the body functioning.
  • Cell Repair - Enzymes assist in repairing cells which can lead to youthful skin.
  • Cell division - Enzymes help keep cell division at a normal, healthy rate.
EssentialZyme contains a unique blend of enzymes such as pancrelipase and pancreatin that are known to assist the body in breaking down and digesting food, as well as Tarragon, Peppermint, Anise, Fennel, and Clove premium essential oils to improve overall enzyme activity and support healthy pancreatic function.

TO USE

Take 1 dual time-release caplet 1 hour before your largest meal of the day for best results.

What's the difference between EssentialZyme and EssentialZyme-4?
  • EssentialZyme specifically supports the pancreas containing pancrelipase and pancreatin. These enzymes are to be taken once a day before your largest meal.
  • EssentialZyme-4 is a set of two dual enzyme capsules infused with Ginger, Fennel, Tarragon, and Anise premium essential oils. The plant-based enzymes are designed to release immediately upon entering the stomach, where the environment is conducive to the digestion of plant material. The animal-based enzymes are designed to target release in the lower intestine region, where the environment is better suited for the digestion of animal fats and proteins. In combination, these two capsules aid in the digestion of dietary fats, proteins, fiber, and carbohydrates for optimal nutrient absorption. These enzymes are to be taken with your two largest meals of the day.
Want to try EssentialZyme and EssentialZyme-4, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

CBD Beauty Boost Spotlight - Jan 2023

CBD Beauty Boost Spotlight

Looking for a way to elevate your everyday skincare routine? Wanting to give your skin some TLC without the price tag of the spa? 

Say hello to the ultimate in daily luxury - CBD Beauty Boost! Pure CBD + rose essential oil = luxe!! This combo is amazing for an even skin tone and reducing fine lines and wrinkles and feels so incredible on your skin.

Why We Love CBD Beauty Boost

  • Infused with rose essential oil
  • Helps calm and soothe skin 
  • Moisturizes skin
  • Helps reduce the appearance of redness, fine lines, and wrinkles
  • Boosts skin's natural glow
  • Ideal for all skin types
  • Meets Young Living's Seed to Seal quality standards
Love Your Skin

Your skin is your largest organ, and the state of your skin can tell you a lot about your body's needs. Your skin is exposed to everything the day brings - heat, cold, sun, wind, environmental toxins, household toxins, and more. So we need to do everything we can to show our skin (and our bodies!) some TLC.

Sadly conventional products are chock full of synthetic ingredients that wreak havoc on the body, especially over time, disrupting hormones, causing allergies (often low-level so we barely notice!), and filling our systems with chemicals that cause damage over time. Switching from conventional, chemical-laden beauty products is a great, simple step in the right direction!

Young Living products contain NO synthetic ingredients. NO hormone disruptors. NO artificial colorings. And you can bet that every ingredient used is of the highest quality. 

Nature's Ultra CBD products are crafted using a blend of high-quality CBD isolate and Young Living essential oils. These world-class ingredients combine to form Young Living's exclusive Smart Spectrum CBD. CBD Beauty Boost contains a combination of pure, potent CBD, tamanu oil, grapeseed oil, and rose essential oil for a truly luxurious experience! In fact, it's so luxurious that each dropper of CBD Beauty Boost contains the essential oils from one full Damask rose. 

This blend of CBD, rose essential oil, tamanu oil, and grapeseed oil works to maintain an even skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Just one daily dropper of this Smart Spectrum blend will moisturize your skin and promote a youthful glow. Nature's Ultra CBD Beauty Boost is ideal for all skin types, so no matter what your needs are, CBD Beauty Boost can help!

Key Ingredients

  • CBD - Pure, potent CBD with 0.0% THC
  • Rose Essential Oil - Beautiful, luxurious floral oil that beautifies, soothes, and moisturizes the skin to promote a youthful appearance
  • Tamanu Oil - Smooth, nutty oil rich in fatty acids to improve the appearance of the skin and promote an even skin tone
  • Grapeseed Oil: Oil rich in omega-6 fatty acids and antioxidants to absorb quickly without leaving the skin feeling oily
To Use

Add 1-2 droppers to your hand and apply evenly to your face, neck, chest, or anywhere you could use a moisturizing boost! For best results, shake well before using and mix with your favorite Young Living beauty products. Make a DIY Beauty Serum like the one below and use morning and evening! 

DIY Glow Up Serum

This is the ultimate in skincare and rivals any of the high-end beauty serums and products, yet it is completely plant-based and natural!

  • 20 drops Frankincense, Myrrh
  • 10 drops Blue Tansy
  • Optional - 10 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood (for dry skin)
  • Optional - 5 drops Lavender (for oily skin)
  • 5 droppersful CBD Beauty Boost
  • Carrier oil of choice (jojoba oil for normal to mixed skin, argan oil for dry skin, hazelnut oil for oily skin.)
Join us this month as we turn our focus inward to nourish ourselves and families, and create a solid foundation of self-care and nourishing rhythms for the year to comeWant to try CBD Beauty Boost, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Longevity Supplement Spotlight - Dec 2022

Longevity Supplement Spotlight


Longevity softgels have been a favorite among so many since its original release in 2002 for good reason! Longevity softgels are a daily supplement that use a blend of Frankincense, Thyme, Clove, and Orange essential oils to help prevent oxidative stress from free radicals, maintain cell integrity, and support immune function. Get the improved Longevity supplement and take the next step in your wellness journey now!

Longevity Softgels at a Glance

  • Helps prevent oxidative stress from free radicals
  • Contains a proprietary blend of essential oils with antioxidants that help maintain cell integrity
  • Thyme essential oil may help protect DHA levels, a nutrient that supports brain function
  • Clove essential oil contains antioxidant properties and eugenol
  • Frankincense essential oil may support general health and well-being
  • Orange essential oil contains d-limonene and may support the immune system
Longevity softgels were designed to simplify using Longevity essential oil blend as a daily supplement. Taking Longevity - which may help protect the body from the stress of our modern lifestyle full of difficult commutes, late nights, and poor nutritional habits - is now as easy as taking one softgel in the morning. Longevity supplement was formulated specifically with these oils for their antioxidant properties to protect against oxidative stress and the damage caused by free radicals. 

Newly Reformulated in 2022

Previously, Longevity softgels went through a phase of using a clear liquid capsule that would display the essential oils inside, but this presented complications with sourcing and stability. In our reformulated version, the softgel was updated to a bovine pectin gelatin. Additionally, new advancements in softgel technology now allow us to provide the benefits of targeted-release supplementation without the use of enteric coating.

While the softgel has been improved, the original Longevity essential oil blend formulation has stayed the same. This combination of Thyme, Orange, Clove, and Frankincense essential oils is an incredible way to support overall health! This supplement may help protect DHA levels, maintain cell integrity, and support immune function.

Product Options

To Use
  • Take 1 softgel once daily with food in the morning or as needed.
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Longevity softgels, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Digest & Cleanse Supplement Spotlight - Dec 2022

Digest & Cleanse Supplement Spotlight


Digest & Cleanse is one of our favorite daily tools for digestive health! This essential oil based supplement calms gastrointestinal upset caused by stress, overeating, and toxins. It helps soothe the bowel, prevent gas, and stimulate stomach secretions, aiding overall digestion and nutrient absorption.

Digest & Cleanse at a Glance

  • Includes Peppermint and Caraway essential oils, which have been used for centuries to ease occasional digestive discomfort
  • Formulated with Lemon essential oil, which has been used as a traditional method to stimulate digestion
  • Supports digestion with Fennel, Anise, and Ginger essential oils, known for digestive support
  • Supports overall digestive health
  • Helps cleanse and support the body's natural digestive processes
Each gel capsule contains Fennel, Anise, and Ginger essential oils to support digestion; Peppermint and Caraway essential oils, which help ease digestive discomfort; and Lemon essential oil, which helps to stimulate digestion. These ingredients work together to support your overall digestive health, soothe inflammation and upset in the digestive tract, and improve absorption of nutrients.

To Use
  • Take 1 softgel 1 - 3 times daily with water 30 - 60 minutes prior to meals.  
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Digest & Cleanse, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Believe Oil Spotlight - Dec 2022

Believe Essential Oil Spotlight

Believe essential oil blend is a combination of Idaho Grand Fir, Coriander, Bergamot, Frankincense, Idaho Blue Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium that is wonderful anytime of year and especially lovely during the winter months! This blend of tree oils is a favorite for feelings of faith, inner strength, and connection.

Just a Drop of Believe

  • Has a woodsy, refreshing, slightly floral aroma
  • Includes wonderfully grounding tree oils
  • Helps encourage feelings of faith, strength, and vitality
  • Is a great way to get the benefits of tree oils in a blend
Key Ingredients

  • Idaho Grand Fir - This tree oil has a refreshing aroma that evokes the nostalgia of smelling a freshly cut Christmas tree. It is a grounding oil that is wonderful for meditation, the respiratory system, and has been used to support the immune system and healthy skin.
  • Coriander - Coriander is a spice oil that contains antioxidants and may provide digestive support, immune support, and has cleansing properties.
  • Bergamot - This citrus oil has an aroma that is both uplifting and calming, and it has cleansing and purifying properties. 
  • Frankincense - Frankincense has been used for over 3,000 years for many things - immune support, beauty and skincare, and emotional health.
  • Idaho Blue Spruce - This tree oil soothes tired muscles when applied topically with massage, supports healthy testosterone levels, and has a grounding aroma.
  • Ylang Ylang - This floral oil is traditionally known for its romantic appeal. It has a calming and balancing aroma that is uplifting, and it also promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin and shiny hair.
  • Geranium - This floral oil is commonly used in perfumes for its uplifting aroma, and it is incredible for skincare needs.
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

  • Linalool
  • Beta pinene
  • Alpha pinene
  • Bornyl acetate
Tree Oils & Emotions

Tree oils like spruce and fir contain alpha-pinene, a constituent that helps the mind and body reach a calming, peaceful environment. Tree oils are a wonderful tool for processing feelings of being unimportant, un-nurtured or disempowered. 

Believe contains tree oils plus citrus and floral notes, and it is a great oil blend to reach for when you feel like you are comparing yourself to others, are feeling undervalued or as though your unique voice has no place. The alternate side to feeling unimportant is Empowerment. When we can rest secure in who we are then comparison melts away and our unique blend of magic can shine! 


Daily Habits with Believe

Use as a personal fragrance. Apply to the wrists and neck liberally and frequently. Pair with Bergamot, Cypress or Shutran for a cologne. 

Make a perfume roller. To 10mL roller bottle add:
  • 25 drops Believe
  • 15 drops Tangerine
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Vanilla
  • Fill with carrier oil
Make Scented Pinecone Fire Starters for your cozy winter home.
  • Yarn or twine
  • Large, foraged pinecones from the yard
  • Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Believe essential oil
    Step 1 - Collect pine cones and lightly spritz them with diluted Thieves Household Cleaner to get rid of any unwanted pests. Allow to dry overnight.
    Step 2 - Wrap twine or yarn around the pinecones, all the way into the center weaving between the individual scales. You can use festive, colorful yarn for a fun twist or neutral yarn or twine.
    Step 3 - Drop 5 drops of essential oil onto the yarn/twine of each pinecone. Place in a basket beside the fireplace and add a few to the fire whenever you build one.
Make an artificial holiday tree smell like the real thing with these simple hacks: 
  • Add Believe to reed diffuser sticks and place in your tree
  • Drop onto any porous ornaments
Make a simple DIY Tree & Garland Spray and spritz on greenery as desired. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add
  • 30 drops Believe
  • Optional: 15 drops Tangerine
  • Splash witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
Make this incredible DIY Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 30 drops essential oils
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make a simple DIY Roll-On Cuticle Oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Believe. Add 20 drops to 1 cup epsom salt and soak in warm water.

Make these Detox Bath Salts:
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • ½ cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops Believe  
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • Optional: 10 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • Optional: dried lavender, rose buds, rosemary
    Add to a glass jar and mix well. If gifting or storing add ¼ cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping. 
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil:
  • 4 oz pump bottle
  • 20 drops Believe essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Carrier of choice
Use to make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes below or mix it with Lemon or Thieves.

Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops Believe
  • 10 drops each Tangerine, Lavender
  • Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • ½ cup Organic uncooked rice 
  • ¼ cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup Dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 20 drops each Lavender & Believe essential oil 
  • 10 drops Sage essential oil
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
    Step 4 - Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener
Use Believe essential oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with warmth - and make a few for your friends and neighbors! Check out the DIY Beeswax Candles blog post for all the details! 

Diffuse

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the grounding, fresh scent of Believe!

Enchanted Forest - 5 drops Believe, 3 drops Tangerine, 2 drops each Cedarwood, Vanilla
Good Vibes - 3 drops each Believe, Tangerine, Sage, Lavender 
Cozy Home - 4 drops Believe, 3 drops each Christmas Spirit, Vanilla

December is all about thanks, giving and the beauty of what is around us. The weather is growing colder, and our natural tendency is to start to slow down a bit.

Join us this month as we turn our focus towards presence and gratitude, taking daily steps to support our bodies and minds during this season! Want to try Believe essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

AlkaLime Supplement Spotlight - Nov 2022

AlkaLime Supplement Spotlight


So many modern foods are loaded with (often hidden!) sugars and stimulants, impeding the body's ability to foster a healthy pH balance. AlkaLime works to combat this with its array of high-alkaline salts and other yeast-fighting elements such as citric acid and lemon and lime essential oils! 

AlkaLime at a Glance

  • Absorbed easily and quickly by the body
  • Effervescent formula starts working right away to soothe the occasional upset stomach
  • Soothes occasional upset stomach
  • Helps maintain optimal pH in the stomach
  • Free of artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners, and formulated with nine biochemical mineral cell salts, the refreshing taste of Lemon and Lime essential oils, and organic lemon powder
Background

AlkaLime works as a natural alkalizing supplement to maintain optimal pH in the stomach, soothing digestion and occasional upset stomach. Unlike conventional options, AlkaLime  is free of artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners. This is also a wonderful supplement for those who have dietary sensitivities and experience exposure to a food that is pro-inflammatory for their body!

By creating a more alkaline environment in the body (as opposed to an acidic environment), we can decrease the potential for yeast and fungus growth. An overgrowth of acid-based yeast and fungus can lead to many common issues including fatigue, unexplained aches and weakness, intestinal upset, headaches and even mood swings, among other things. Also, an alkaline environment assists with assimilation of nutrients and creates an environment where supplements and essential oils can work more effectively.

Product Options

Daily Habits with AlkaLime

  • Take AlkaLime with you when you travel. If you are prone to a nervous stomach when traveling, use AlkaLime up to three times a day starting the day before travel. We love the stick packets for this!
  • Take AlkaLime before heading to gatherings or dinners to help balance the pH in the stomach. This is a great option for those with dietary sensitivities!
  • Overindulge? Add AlkaLime to your routine during and after a party. 
To Use:
  • Add 1 level tsp. to 4–6 oz. of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and drink immediately. Mix only with water.
  • Take 1–3 times daily 1 hour before meals or retiring to bed as an aid in alkalizing.
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try AlkaLime, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Pine Oil Spotlight - Nov 2022

Pine Essential Oil Spotlight

November is all about thanks, giving and the beauty of what is around us. The weather is growing colder, and our natural tendency is to start to slow down a bit.

Join us this month as we turn our focus towards presence and gratitude, taking daily steps to support our bodies and minds during this season! One of our daily products right now is Pine essential oil.

Pine Essential Oil

Pine essential oil is an underrated one for sure. This tree oil has an uplifting aroma that creates a breath of fresh air anywhere you use it, encourages feelings of positive energy, repels the influence of negative energy, and has some really unique and incredible health benefits!

Just A Drop of Pine…
  • Has a fresh, woodsy aroma
  • Wonderful for cleaning recipes and DIYs
  • Supports muscle recovery and soothes tension
  • Shares many of the same properties as Eucalyptus Globulus; the action of both oils is enhanced when blended together
  • Pairs well with other essential oils such as Peppermint, Lavender, and Eucalyptus
  • A wonderful addition to wellness rollers (especially post-2020!)
Pine needles have been used in herbal medicine and folklore for centuries. Pine needles contain Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which are essential for many bodily functions, including red blood cell production, hair and nail growth, and a healthy immune system. Pine needle tea was a common folk remedy for many things! 

Pine Background

The Pinus sylvestris tree, also known as Scotch pine, is a tall coniferous evergreen tree that grows to the height of 131 feet and has characteristic orange-red bark and stiff blue-green needles. Pine essential oil is steam distilled from the needles of the tree and has been researched by Hippocrates, the father of western medicine. Pine's aroma is reminiscent of the Japanese tradition of forest bathing and provides a refreshing breathing experience and encourages a moment of joy.

Key Constituents

*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

  • Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind
  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
Pine & Emotions

Pine essential oil, like the spruce oils, contains alpha-pinene, a constituent that helps the mind and body reach a calming, peaceful environment. Pine is a wonderful tool for processing feelings of being unimportant, not nurtured or disempowered. The Spruce and Evergreen family of oils are the ones to reach for when you feel like you are comparing yourself to others, are feeling undervalued or as though your unique voice has no place. The alternate side to feeling unimportant is Empowerment. When we can rest secure in who we are then comparison melts away and our unique blend of magic can shine!

A 2011 study in Pharmacognosy Magazine looked at the anxiolytic effects of an alcohol based pine needle extract and its ability to soothe depression in rats. Bottom line: however you approach it, Pine essential oil can be a powerful health tool!

Daily Habits with Pine

Use Pine in your skincare and wellness routines & DIYs.

Make a Roaring 20s roller to use for daily wellness. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Pine, Lemon & Thieves
  • 10 drops each Frankincense & Geranium
  • Fill with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or carrier of choice
  • Apply along the spine, over the lymph nodes, on the bottom of the feet daily.
Make this incredible Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 30 drops essential oils: Myrrh, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli & Pine
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make a Simple DIY Cuticle Oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
Diffuse Pine during meditation for a grounding and empowering experience. Pair it with Cinnamon bark, Tangerine, Frankincense, Christmas Spirit or Vanilla.

Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Pine. Add 20 drops to 1 cup epsom salt and soak in warm water.

Make these Detox Bath Salts:
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • ½ cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops Pine essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Geranium
  • 10 drops Thieves essential oil (optional)
  • dried lavender, rose buds, & rosemary (optional)
    Add to a glass jar and mix well. If gifting or storing add ¼ cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping. 
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil:
  • 4 oz pump bottle
  • 20 drops Pine essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Carrier of choice
Add Pine to your natural home care routine

Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To an 8 oz spray bottle, add:
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Eucalyptus & Lavender
  • 10 drops each Tea Tree & Pine
  • Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • ½ cup Organic uncooked rice 
  • ¼ cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup Dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 20 drops each Lavender & Pine essential oil 
  • 10 drops Sage essential oil
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent.
    Step 4 - Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • ½ cup Fine Sea Salt
  • ½ cup Baking Soda
  • 30 drops total Pine + Lemon essential oils
  • Optional: 15 drops Thieves essential oil blend
  • Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
  • To use: add 2-3 Tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make these DIY Cleaning Fizzies for the bathroom or kitchen:
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • ½ cup Citric acid 
  • ½ cup Cornstarch 
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 20 drops each Lemon, Pine
  • 10 drops Thieves (optional)
  • 3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or candy mold
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly.
    Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.
    Step 3 - Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
    Step 4 - Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.
    Step 5 - Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
    To Use - When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To glass jar, add:
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • ½ cup Fine Sea Salt
  • 15-20 drops each Pine & Lemon
  • Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Diffuse

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the grounding, fresh scent of Pine!

Enchanted Forest - 5 drops Pine, 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 2 drops each Cedarwood & Vanilla
Fresh & Clean - 4 drops each Pine, Lemon, & Grapefruit
Good Vibes - 3 drops each Pine Tangerine, Sage, & Lavender 
Deep Breath - 4 drops each Eucalyptus Globulus & Pine, 3 drops Wintergreen
Sinus Saver - 3 drops each Pine, Eucalyptus Globulus, Dorado Azul, & Lemon

Join us in using Pine essential oil this month and beyond. Want to try Pine essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Golden Turmeric Supplement Spotlight - Oct 2022

Golden Turmeric

Supplement Spotlight


Turmeric is no stranger to the health scene. YL's Golden Turmeric powder supports the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery after physical exertion because of its incredible powerhouse ingredients.

Golden Turmeric at a Glance

  • Supports the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery after physical exertion
  • 24 times more bioavailable than standard turmeric extract - your body absorbs the same amount of curcuminoids from just 300 mg of Golden Turmeric as it does from 1,926 mg of standard turmeric
  • Contains prebiotics to support healthy digestion as well as the gut-brain axis
  • Turmeric contains naturally occurring actives, such as curcuminoids, that help support joint mobility.
  • Comes in a delicious Mango Rose flavor with Lime Vitality essential oil to contribute a light citrus taste
  • Is soy and milk free, formulated with GF ingredients, vegan friendly, and has no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or sweeteners.
Background

Young Living's Golden Turmeric powder is an excellent source of curcuminoids, which help support the wellness properties in our bodies. Chronic, low-level inflammation plays a major role in almost every chronic, Western disease. Therefore, anything that can help fight chronic inflammation is of potential importance in preventing and even treating these diseases.

Curcumin is strongly anti-inflammatory. In fact, it's so powerful that it matches the effectiveness of some anti-inflammatory drugs, without the side effects.
Curcumin is a potent antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals due to its chemical structure. In addition, curcumin boosts the activity of your body's own antioxidant enzymes.
Key Ingredients
Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Curcumin is potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound that also boosts the activity of the body's own antioxidant enzymes. Boswellia resin: Boswellia is a potent antioxidant that supports the body's own response to injury and recovery, scavenges free radicals and supports overall health.
Inflammation & Emotions

Everyone knows that chronic pain is exhausting both physically and emotionally. The same can be said of chronic inflammation as well. Chronic inflammation from injury, diet or other illnesses are like tiny fires within our bodies, and our systems are running to put out the fires all the time. Our emotions follow suit - running and running and running until we are at empty. 

Modern science is researching this connection as well! Studies show that chronic stress is associated with increased inflammation, depression and negative emotions, attention changes and even dampened immune responses. Which is just even more evidence that we need to take small, daily actions to give our bodies all the things it needs to thrive! Learn More here

Daily Habits with Golden Turmeric

  • Mix ½ teaspoon in 6–8 ounces of water, juice, or milk of choice once daily
  • Drink at nighttime as part of your wind-down routine
  • Combine with water, ice, 1 drop of Cardamom Vitality essential oil, and 2 ounces of NingXia Red for a delicious wellness drink
  • Add to a green smoothie (it's delicious with the Vanilla Spice Protein Powder)
  • Steep Spiced Turmeric Vitality Tea and add ½ teaspoon of Golden Turmeric for a cozy nighttime drink
Start your day with a Golden Milk Latte (full recipe is here)
  • ½ Tsp Golden Turmeric powder
  • 8 oz milk of choice
  • 1 drop Cardamom Vitality
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality
  • Swish of Cinnamon Bark Vitality (insert a toothpick into the bottle, then swirl it around in the milk)
  • Dash of ground cinnamon for garnish
  • Option to froth some of the milk and essential oils in an electric frother for delicious foam! 
    Heat the milk on medium low, then stir in Golden Turmeric powder and add essential oils. Stir gently, then top with a sprinkle of cinnamon!
Make a Turmeric Clay Mask (adapted from Hello Glow):
  • 1/2 teaspoon Golden Turmeric Powder
  • 2 Tbsp flour of choice or ground oats
  • 3 Tbsp full fat yogurt or milk
  • A few drops of honey
  • 3 drops Manuka essential oil
  • 3 drops Frankincense essential oil
    Mix flour, turmeric, honey and milk to make a paste. Add essential oils. Apply a thin layer to your face and let it dry for 10-15 minutes (see below for guidelines). Rinse and scrub gently to remove.
While the powerful antioxidants present in turmeric impart that vibrant yellow color, be aware that this same color can stick around a little too long.  A good rule of thumb to follow is the one minute rule — if you notice no discoloration after sixty seconds, leave on for another four minutes. Test again, and keep it on all the way until 10 or 15 minutes, which should be the max for most products and at-home solutions.

For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Golden Turmeric, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

MulitGreens vs NingXia Greens - Supplement Spotlight Sept 2022

MultiGreens vs NingXia Greens
What’s the Difference?

When it comes to getting in our daily greens, we can always use a little help, so we turn to two of our favorite products - MultiGreens & NingXia Greens! What's the difference you say? Do you need both? We are big fans of both!

MultiGreens & NingXia Greens at a glance…

Ningxia Greens
  • Think of NingXia Greens like a superfood greens powder to add to smoothies, drinks, foods, etc.
  • Gut and immune health focused fruit and vegetable powder with 2–3 servings of fruits and vegetables in every scoop
  • Contains a vast array of superfood fruits and vegetables, including health-supporting mushrooms
  • Contains plant-based omega-3's plus prebiotics and enzymes to aid absorption
  • Each serving contains 50 fermented whole foods, five varieties of immune-supporting mushrooms, and wolfberry fruit and sprouted leaves
  • Available as a powder to mix into food and drinks
  • Contains the ‘MultiGreens' essential oil blend: Rosemary, Lemon, Lemongrass, and Melissa 
MultiGreens
  • Think of MultiGreens as a daily ‘salad in a bottle' full of plants containing incredible health benefits.
  • Focused liver and glandular health and supports energy and healthy iron levels
  • Contains spirulina, alfalfa sprouts, barley grass, bee pollen, eleuthero, Pacific kelp, and more
  • High in amino acids and chlorophyll 
  • Available as capsules that can be swallowed or opened and added to food and drinks
  • Contains the ‘MultiGreens' essential oil blend: Rosemary, Lemon, Lemongrass, and Melissa
But can you use both?!
Yes! The same way you'd eat multiple fruits and vegetables and a salad in a day, you can definitely get added benefits from using both MultiGreens capsules and NingXia Greens powder everyday. In fact, they work well together and allow you to provide support digestion from the belly to the intestines! Support immune and gut health with NingXia Greens and energy levels, adrenal health and liver with MultiGreens!

NingXia Greens

Formulated with superfood ingredients, greens, and premium essential oils, NingXia Greens takes the guesswork out of your nutrition needs. All you have to do is scoop, stir, and enjoy!

Key Ingredients

  • NingXia wolfberry fruit powder and sprouted leaves - Also known as goji berries, wolfberries come from an ancient plant, long praised in China for its powerful health benefits.
  • Maitake, reishi, turkey tail, shiitake, and enokitake mushrooms - A source of soluble fiber known as beta glucans, these mushrooms help support a healthy immune system and help prevent and repair oxidative damage. These mushrooms are high in antioxidants, vitamins (including vitamin D), and minerals and have been studied for use in cardiovascular health, cancer prevention and reducing inflammation.
  • Fermented Superfood Blend - A fermented superfood blend that delivers nutrients that are difficult to obtain from a typical diet, this proprietary combination also contains enzymes to support optimal digestion.
  • Purslane - An edible succulent, this ingredient is one of the few vegetables that's rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals—including copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, and potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin C. Purslane is also a uniquely rich source of 184 phytochemical compounds, including phenolic acids, alkaloids, and flavonoids, which act as antioxidants.
  • Secale cereale flower pollen extract - A non-allergenic and sustainably sourced extract that contains full-spectrum nutrients such as amino acids, phytosterols, fatty acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, this extract is clinically shown to display antioxidant and detoxifying capacity and maintain cellular oxidative stress through significant decrease of GSSG (oxidized glutathione).
  • MultiGreens proprietary oil blend - Rosemary, Lemon, Lemongrass and Melissa essential oils
How To Use

  • Mix 1 scoop in 4–6 ounces of water or beverage of your choice.
  • Stir 1 scoop into a protein shake made with Pure Protein Complete to support muscle recovery.
  • Mix with 2 ounces of NingXia Red and 1⁄2 cup of coconut water or orange juice for a fruity, nutritious start to your day.
  • Add 1 scoop to a fruit smoothie for an extra dose of fiber and plant-based omega-3s.
  • Take with a probiotic like Life 9 or enzyme complex like Essentialzymes-4 for additional daily wellness.
Multigreens

MultiGreens capsules benefit the body much like eating a large salad does - nutruents, fiber, amino acids and more that help the liver process everything we throw at it. MultiGreens is also great for supporting glandular health - adrenal, thyroid, pancreas - and all those greens are good for energy levels.

Key Ingredients

  • Bee Pollen - high in protein, vitamins and minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins; supports the body's response to inflammation and helps protect the liver; full of antioxidants including flavonoids, carotenoids, quercetin, kaempferol and glutathione
  • Barley Grass - a nutrient-rich superfood loaded with vitamins A, C, E and K as well as B-vitamins and antioxidants
  • Insoluble fiber - feeds the good bacteria in the gut, helping with digestion and intestinal health.
  • Spirulina - a source of chlorophyll, antioxidants and magnesium that protects against oxidative damage
  • Choline - an essential micronutrient necessary for numerous bodily processes including nerve function, cholesterol processing, brain development, muscle mobility, and liver function
  • Eleuthero root - an adaptogenic herb that soothes cortisol and boosts the body's resistance to stress
  • Alfalfa leaf - high in chlorophyll, calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, vitamins C and K
  • Pacific Kelp - contains iodine vitamins, minerals and antioxidants - all of which are vital for a healthy thyroid and hormone balance and function
  • Amino acids L-arginine, L-cysteine, and L-tyrosine - help the body with proper circulation, cellular metabolism, liver function and production of dopamine and serotonin.
  • Rosemary essential oil - helps balance the endocrine system and cleanse the liver
  • Lemon essential oil - high in limonene, a constituent known to strengthen the immune system
  • Lemongrass essential oil - a highly cleansing oil that supports the liver
  • Melissa essential oil - supports healthy intestinal bacterial balance, the body's response to inflammation and overall health
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Multigreens and NingXia Greens, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

NingXia Greens Supplement Spotlight - Sept 2022

NingXia Greens

Supplement Spotlight


Does it get any easier than a spoonful of superfood goodness? Scoop up the benefits of 60+ fruits, vegetables, herbs, algae, and mushrooms and level up your NingXia game with this incredible supplement! NingXia Greens supports a healthy immune system, a balanced diet, optimal digestion, and healthy energy levels. It's a key part of your daily routine!

NingXia Greens at a Glance

  • Packs 2–3 servings of fruits and vegetables in every scoop
  • Delivers a powerful dose of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other important phytonutrients
  • Contains 60+ nutrient-rich vegetables, fruits, herbs, algae, and mushrooms
  • Supports a healthy immune system, digestive health, and energy levels
  • Features the MultiGreens essential oil blend, including Melissa oil - a health powerhouse
  • Contains no artificial colors, flavors, fillers, sweeteners, or added sugars
Formulated with superfood ingredients, greens, and premium essential oils, NingXia Greens takes the guesswork out of your nutrition needs. All you have to do is scoop, stir, and enjoy! Try it in smoothies, juice, protein shakes, or even water for a quick and easy way to pack your day with nutrients!

Background

Inside each serving, you'll find 60+ whole foods, five varieties of immune-supporting mushrooms, and wolfberry fruit and sprouted leaves from Young Living's Seed to Seal farm in Ningxia, China. All that plant-based goodness is carefully extracted using a heat-free method so you can enjoy all the intact nutrients and benefits this unique blend has to offer.

Key Ingredients

  • NingXia wolfberry fruit powder and sprouted leaves - Also known as goji berries, wolfberries come from an ancient plant, long praised in China for its powerful health benefits.
  • Maitake, reishi, turkey tail, shiitake, and enokitake mushrooms - A source of soluble fiber known as beta glucans, these mushrooms help support a healthy immune system and help prevent and repair oxidative damage. These mushrooms are high in antioxidants, vitamins (including vitamin D), and minerals and have been studied for use in cardiovascular health, cancer prevention and reducing inflammation.
  • Fermented Superfood Blend - A fermented superfood blend that delivers nutrients that are difficult to obtain from a typical diet, this proprietary combination also contains enzymes to support optimal digestion.
  • Purslane - An edible succulent, this ingredient is one of the few vegetables that's rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals - including copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, and potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin C. Purslane is also a uniquely rich source of 184 phytochemical compounds, including phenolic acids, alkaloids, and flavonoids, which act as antioxidants.
  • Secale cereale flower pollen extract - A non-allergenic and sustainably sourced extract that contains full- spectrum nutrients such as amino acids, phytosterols, fatty acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, this extract is clinically shown to display antioxidant and detoxifying capacity and maintain cellular oxidative stress through significant decrease of GSSG (oxidized glutathione).
  • MultiGreens proprietary oil blend - Rosemary, Lemon, Lemongrass and Melissa essential oils
How to Use NingXia Greens

  • Mix 1 scoop in 4 - 6 ounces of water or beverage of your choice.
  • Stir 1 scoop into a protein shake made with Pure Protein Complete to support muscle recovery.
  • Mix with 2 ounces of NingXia Red and 1⁄2 cup of coconut water or orange juice for a fruity, nutritious start to your day.
  • Add 1 scoop to a fruit smoothie for an extra dose of fiber and plant-based omega-3s.
  • Take with a probiotic like Life 9 or enzyme complex like Essentialzymes-4 for additional daily wellness.
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try NingXia Greens, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Super C Supplement Spotlight - August 2022

Super C Chewable Tablets

Supplement Spotlight


Super C Chewable Tablets support immune, respiratory, and circulatory function. This formulation uses orange essential oil and a broad range of fruit powders, including camu camu, acerola, cherry, and rosehip to deliver desirable polyphenols, carotenoids, and optimal amounts of Vitamin C to the body. Because your body cannot manufacture Vitamin C, you can benefit by consuming this powerful antioxidant daily.

Super C Chewable at a Glance

  • Contains 150% of the recommended dietary intake of Vitamin C per serving
  • Chewable tablets are convenient to use
  • Supports normal immune, respiratory, and circulatory function
  • Strengthens connective tissue and promotes overall health, vitality, and longevity
Vitamin C and immune health are almost synonymous. Vitamin C bolsters immunity by supporting various functions of both the innate and adaptive immune system, prevents pathogens from entering cells and works as a free radical scavenger to reduce cellular damage. Because of its antioxidant activity, Vitamin C also plays a role in skin health as well!

Background

In addition to being a potent antioxidant, Vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins required by our bodies. Vitamin C is essential for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. It is necessary to form collagen, an important protein used by the skin, for scar tissue, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels. It is essential for healing wounds, and for the repair and maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.

Key Constituents

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

Limonene - a natural detoxing constituent and appetite suppressant, supports healthy metabolism, helps with cleansing and drainage of the lymphatic glands.

Product Options

What is the difference between Super C and Super C Chewable Tablets?

  • Super C Tablets provide 1300mg of Vitamin C as ascorbic acid in one serving (2 tablets). It also contains Calcium, Zinc and Manganese as well as Citrus bioflavonoids, Rutin flower bud powder, Cayenne fruit powder, and Orange, tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon and Lemongrass essential oils.
  • Super C Chewable Tablets prove 150mg of plant based Vitamin C in one serving (one tablet). The Vitamin C in these tablets is from Acerola cherry powder, Camu camu fruit powder, and Rosehip fruit powder. Super C Chewable tablets also contain organic stevia, citrus bioflavonoids, and Orange essential oil. 

How to Use Super C Chewable Tablets

To use Super C Chewable Tablets:
  • Take 1 chewable tablet 3 times daily or as needed.  Take daily or when additional Vitamin C is desired.
For more on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Super C, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

KidScents GeneYus Oil Spotlight - August 2022

GeneYus Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
KidScents GeneYus essential oil blend is our go-to blend for focus, especially for our children! This blend offers a beautiful, rich aroma that promotes an atmosphere for inspiration, productivity, and positivity that is ideal for concentrating on projects or schoolwork. KidScents GeneYus is excellent to diffuse when children need to re-center during homework time.

Just a Drop of GeneYus

  • Helps create a sharp, fresh environment that is great while children work on schoolwork and projects
  • Excellent to diffuse while working for a productive, positive atmosphere
  • Promotes an environment for inspiration with a blend of premium essential oils
  • Formulated without mineral oil, synthetic perfumes, wheat, soy, corn, synthetic dyes, or artificial colors
  • Prediluted for delicate skin and easy application
KidScents GeneYus can be diffused or used topically to promote a focused environment and inspire creativity. Formulated specifically to meet the needs of children, this essential oil blend is soothing when used topically with gentle massage and adds an excellent aroma to create productive, positive atmospheres. 

Key Ingredients

KidScents GeneYus contains many essential oils that work well together to promote a sense of calm and focus. Frankincense, Vetiver and Cedarwood are high in sesquiterpenes, constituents that are specifically supportive of calming brain waves into focused or even meditative states. These oils combine with other oils like Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood and Northern Lights Black Spruce to create a blend that promotes a productive, calm and grounded atmosphere.

Frankincense - Is there anything this oil cannot do? Frankincense is a wonderful tool when it comes to soothing the mind and emotions and grounding us in the present - a tool that is very helpful when we need to focus. 

Cedarwood - 98% sesquiterpenes, this oil is incredible for focus as it helps the brain waves from high frequency to focused through its ability to support the pineal gland.

Blue Cypress, Idaho Blue Spruce, Northern Lights Black Spruce, & Palo Santo - all of these tree oils help with grounding, calming and supporting an environment of focused inspiration.

Vetiver - 97% sesquiterpenes, this oil is incredible for focus as it helps the brain waves from high frequency to focused through its ability to support the pineal gland. The aroma is very soothing and grounding.

Rose - Rose is a high frequency oil which helps regulate the mood and emotions and provides an uplifting, inspiring aroma.

Ylang Ylang & Geranium - These floral oils help to balance energies and provide a sense of ease and happiness for the emotions.

Coriander, Hyssop, & Myrrh - Calming and soothing to the mind and emotions, these oils are also cleansing and can help stimulate clarity. 

Bergamot & Melissa - High in limonene, these citrus family oils are great for elevating the mood and calming anxious thoughts.

Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood - 90% sesquiterpenes, this oil is incredible for focus as it helps the brain waves from high frequency to focused. Plus it smells wonderful!

Key Constituents

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them sprecic health-supporting properties

Sesquiterpenes
  • Deliver oxygen molecules to the cells (the same way red blood cells deliver hemoglobin), stimulate the limbic system of the brain to elevate the mood and calm the body. 
  • Help oxygenate the pineal and pituitary glands - the glands responsible for producing hormones related to sleep and stress.
  • Stimulate Beta Wave Production in the brain, which helps with alertness. When we are performing activities that require extensive focus, our brains need to produce more beta waves. Sesquiterpene compounds support our ability to do just that. 
  • Help delete traumatic or negative information in cellular memory, so they can be helpful when undergoing a trauma - chemical trauma, physical trauma or emotional trauma.
Essential Oils & Focus - from Ashely Christian

Essential oils are a great tool when it comes to focus! This is in part because essential oils have tiny molecules that can effectively cross the blood brain barrier. Smell is the only sense with receptor nerve endings directly to the brain, which is why inhaling essential oils is the most effective way to address anything brain or emotion related because you bypass that barrier altogether.

Dr. Terry Friedmann conducted a study with children and essential oils using EGG testing of brain waves while administering the TOVA mental focus test. He had an unmedicated “low focus” group and a normal control group and administered the oils Vetiver, Cedarwood, and Lavender by having kids inhale the oil deeply three times separately over the course of 30 days. He found a 32% improvement in mental focus in the Vetiver group, similar results in the Cedarwood group, and no changes in the Lavender group.

Product Options

Daily Habits with GeneYus

  • Apply 2−4 drops directly to desired area (the back of the neck is a great place to apply this blend)
  • Pack a roller in your child's backpack for him or her to use as needed throughout the day. Apply over the heart, on the wrists, back of the neck.
  • Recommended application is for children ages 2−12.
  • Dilution is not required, except for the most sensitive skin.
  • Add a few drops to diffuser jewelry or a paracord bracelet for your child to inhale as needed throughout the day. 
  • Keep the roller by the front door and have everyone roll some on the back of their neck before they leave for school. If you don't have the roller, then apply one drop of the oil to the desired area.
  • Diffuse alone or add any other oils of your choice. This is wonderful during homework, during homeschool, while working on a project, etc. 
  • Keep a bottle handy during school work and take deep inhales as needed.
  • This blend isn't just for kids! GeneYus is a great choice for adults and anyone needing some extra support when it comes to focus.
Join us in using KidScents GeneYus essential oil blend this month and beyond. Want to try GeneYus, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Seedlings Collection Spotlight - July 2022

Seedlings Collection Spotlight

Being a parent is difficult enough without having to constantly question whether the products you use are safe. With Young Living's Seedlings line of painstakingly naturally derived products, you can focus on what's most important: your relationship with your little ones. Spend less time reading ingredient lists and more time reading bedtime stories with Seedlings products!

BUT the items from the Seedlings line are not strictly for babies. They can be used for your older kids or even adults as well! We always keep a pack of wipes and diaper rash cream on hand - great for so many things!

Seedlings at a Glance

  • Formulated specifically for infants with carefully chosen ingredients
  • Made with 100% naturally derived ingredients for your family's clean lifestyle
  • Infused with the soothing Seedlings Calm blend of essential oils - Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium for a sweet, mild aroma 
  • Formulated without silicones, formaldehyde carriers, PEGs, mineral oil, most common allergens, alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or artificial dyes/colorants
The carefully selected essential oils in the Seedlings Calm essential oil blend  create a warm and welcoming environment, while the sweet aroma from this unique blend of botanicals helps babies settle as they head to dreamland. Its soothing, calming scent can be found in all Seedlings products.

Background

Many families turn to Young Living for natural, safe products for their families - especially their children. That is why Young Living created the Seedlings (and KidScents!) line - to provide naturally derived and plant-based solutions for the smallest, most vulnerable members of the family. 

These soothing, plant-based formulas use infant-safe essential oils and are free from harmful ingredients such as alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives or synthetic dyes. With essential oil-infused products made by experts and diluted to a strength safe for babies, Seedlings leaves parents with peace of mind and the littlies feeling snug and secure.

Seedlings Baby Lotion

Seedlings Baby Lotion nourishes your baby's skin by replacing lost moisture and supporting the skin's moisture barrier and is lightly scented with Young Living's Seedlings Calm essential oil blend of Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium for a sweet, mild aroma that encourages a soothing environment. Created especially for an infant's delicate skin, the plant-based formula is non-drying, non-greasy, and mild—perfect for everyday use.

Seedlings Baby Lotion at a Glance

  • Made with 100 percent naturally derived ingredients
  • Replaces lost moisture and absorbs smoothly into skin
  • Supports healthy-looking skin
  • Formulated specially for an infant's delicate skin
  • Exclusive Seedlings Calm blend of essential oils offers a sweet, calming, and soothing aroma to help babies relax during their nighttime routine
  • Formulated without silicones, formaldehyde carriers, PEGs, mineral oil, most common allergens, alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or artificial dyes/colorants
To Use
Squeeze a small amount into your hands. Rub hands together to warm the lotion and gently massage into baby's skin.

Seedlings Baby Oil

Seedlings Baby Oil nourishes and moisturizes your little one's skin, while its aroma creates a light, calm environment. With Young Living's Seedlings Calm blend of Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium premium essential oils, alongside other natural, plant-based ingredients, Seedlings Baby Oil is the perfect, soothing addition to your child's daily routine.

Seedlings Baby Oil at a Glance

  • Non-greasy formula absorbs smoothly into skin while offering nourishing moisturization
  • Made with naturally derived ingredients
  • Provides a light, calm aroma that promotes a relaxing environment
  • Gentle enough for everyday use
  • Formulated without alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes
  • Also makes a great carrier oil for making roller blends or applying other essential oils to your little ones! 
To Use
Apply a small amount to your hands. Rub hands together to warm the oil and gently massage into baby's skin.

Seedlings Baby Wash & Shampoo

Seedlings Baby Wash & Shampoo is 100 percent plant based and infused with Young Living's premium Seedlings Calm blend of Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium for a sweet, mild aroma that encourages a soothing environment. This mild cleanser leaves skin and hair soft and clean and helps keep tangles manageable. The mild and tear-free formula makes bathtime gentle and enjoyable for your little ones.

Seedlings Baby Wash & Shampoo at a Glance

  • All-in-one wash formulated for baby's hair and body
  • Tear free and rinses clean without over-drying skin
  • Made with 100% naturally derived ingredients
  • Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes
  • Exclusive Seedlings Calm blend of essential oils offers a sweet, calming, and soothing aroma to help babies relax during their nighttime routine
To Use

  • Wet hair and skin with warm water. Apply a small amount to a moistened washcloth or hand.
  • Gently lather over body and scalp. Rinse with water or wipe with a warm, wet washcloth.

Seedlings Baby Wipes

Seedlings Baby Wipes contain soothing calendula and witch hazel extracts, hydrating aloe, and calming Lavender essential oil that combine with wipe material derived from wood pulp to provide gentle, thorough, ultra-soft cleansing for your little one's delicate skin. The scent of the Seedlings Calm essential oil blend is soothing for babies, and the soft, thick wipe material allows for a gentle, efficient clean for any mess.

Seedlings Baby Wipes at a Glance

  • Formulated without chlorine, alcohol, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes
  • Mild, gentle formula with cleansing botanicals and premium essential oils
  • Contains soapberry fruit extract, a natural foaming ingredient that aids in cleansing
  • Plant-based, naturally derived formula leaves skin moisturized, soft, and smooth
  • Contains apple fruit, which is rich in antioxidants
  • Also works great for removing sand from legs and feet after a day at the beach and makes a great option for dryer sheets!
To Use
Open lid and remove plastic covering before first use. Use to clean messes as needed. Close lid firmly after each use to keep moist.

Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream

This exclusive over-the-counter Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream conditions baby's skin and helps relieve, treat, and prevent diaper rash, soothing your little one during sensitive times. Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream is proven to reduce the severity and duration of diaper rash when applied at the first sign of redness. Formulated with your little one's delicate skin in mind, this extra-gentle, mild formula rubs in smoothly and acts as a physical barrier, protecting minor irritations and chafed skin associated with diaper rash from wetness and other irritants.

Seedling Diaper Rash Cream at a Glance

  • Reduces redness while protecting the skin, acting as a physical barrier to irritants
  • Formulated without lanolin, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants
  • Temporarily protects injured or exposed skin or mucous membrane surfaces from harmful or annoying stimuli and may help provide relief to skin
  • Made with 100 percent naturally derived ingredients
To Use
Apply cream liberally with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.

Seedlings Linen Spray

Seedlings Linen Spray combines calming Lavender essential oil, sweet Coriander essential oil, serene Bergamot essential oil, and floral Ylang Ylang and Geranium essential oils to promote peaceful feelings and a relaxing environment for your little ones. This gentle, mild linen spray is perfect for use in daytime and nighttime routines and offers a sweet, floral scent to fabrics that is easily removed when washed.

Seedlings Linen Spray at a Glance

  • Refreshes crib sheets, blankets, car seats, clothing, and more
  • Contains Young Living-exclusive Seedlings Calm blend of essential oils to offer a sweet, calming, and soothing aroma that is easily removed when washed
  • Gentle enough for use around both infants and breastfeeding mothers
  • Formulated without alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, sulfates, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, artificial dyes/colorants, or GMO ingredients
  • Made with 100 percent naturally derived ingredients 
To Use

  • Spray car seats and strollers to freshen up with the scent of Seedlings Calm essential oil blend.
  • Use to freshen up changing tables.
  • Spray on blankets or linens before naps or bedtime for a calming aroma.
  • Spray on stuffed animals or other fabrics to refresh the aroma between washes.

Seedlings Calm Essential Oil Blend

The harmonious blend of Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium puts calm front and center, which lets you and your little one relax at bedtime. The carefully selected essential oils in Seedlings Calm blend create a warm and welcoming environment, while the sweet aroma from this unique blend of botanicals helps babies settle as they head to dreamland.

Seedlings Calm Essential Oil Blend

  • Transforms any room into a peaceful, cozy nursery
  • Offers a sweet, calming, and soothing aroma—especially at bedtime
  • Helps parents and baby unwind during their nighttime routine
  • Diffuse to set the stage for sleep; dilute and use for a baby massage or apply to the bottom of the feet.
Key Constituents
Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

  • Linalool
  • B-caryophyllene

Seedlings Tender Tush

Seedlings Tender Tush is an all-purpose, cloth-diaper-safe ointment that nourishes and soothes baby's delicate skin. Made with plant-based ingredients, Seedlings Tender Tush creates a moisturizing barrier on the skin and helps protect infants' delicate skin. Seedlings Tender Tush is gentle and mild for daily use to promote smooth and nourished skin.

Seedlings Tender Tush at a Glance

  • Made with naturally derived ingredients and premium essential oils
  • All-purpose ointment great for use on other areas such as elbows, chins, cheeks, knees, and other dry or sensitive areas in need of nourishing moisturization
  • Free of lanolin, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, fragrances, and colorants
To Use
Apply liberally to diaper area as often as needed to help soothe and protect skin. Tender Tush also makes a great skin soothing ointment to keep in your wellness kit!

Want to try these amazing Seedlings products, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

One by Young Living Collection Spotlight - June 2022

One by Young Living Collection

Spotlight


The One by Young Living Collection features three incredible, complex essential oil blends crafted in collaboration with The D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation - One Heart, One Voice, and One Purpose. Each blend supports a Foundation partner, local artisans or cause and every purchase helps expand our impact on the world.


One Heart - Slightly sweet, uplifting and refreshing aroma
  • Encourages a bright outlook on life
  • Opens your heart to love and service for others and encourages unity and connection with community
  • Blend of Lime, Lemon, Jasmine, Geranium, Spruce, and Frankincense as well as other oils
One Voice - Complex bouquet of exquisite floral and grounding, woodsy essential oils
  • Promotes feelings of self-confidence and clarity with its warm, inspiring aroma
  • The encouraging aroma supports you in speaking your own truth and using your voice to help those in need
  • Blend of Spruce, Sandalwood, Fir, Rose, and Frankincense with a bit of citrus and spice
One Purpose - Centering, enlightening and uplifting aroma with a hint of zest and soft floral notes
  • Subtle layers and depth of this blend enhance the connection to your own personal strengths and purpose
  • Represents the power of being united and the strength that comes from supporting each other in our purpose
  • Foster courage and become aware of your own life's purpose and discipline, carrying your purpose forth with you each day
  • Blend of Lime, Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, Ocotea and other oils.
A portion of the proceeds from these essential oils blends goes to The D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation, which supports underprivileged communities.

Key Constituents

  • One Heart - sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes, limonene
  • One Voice - alpha-pinene, germacrene D, linalool, benzyl acetate
  • One Purpose - limonene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, gamma-terpinene, germacrene D
One Purpose Essential Oil Blend

This blend's subtle scent layers and depth can enhance your connection to your personal strengths and purpose. One Purpose represents the power of unity and the strength that comes from supporting each other in our purpose. This blend can be used during quiet moments to foster courage and become aware of your life's purpose, along with the discipline it takes to carry that purpose forward each day.

One Purpose essential oil blend celebrates the strength that comes from working together for a higher goal. Specifically, this blend is dedicated to the women of the world who lift themselves and their families out of poverty with their skilled artisanal work. These inspirational and entrepreneurial women work as Young Living partners, making handcrafted, artisanal jewelry and gifts for Young Living.

Since 2017, Young Living orders to these artisan collectives in 10 different countries have provided over 800,000 fair-pay work hours to more than 10,000 artisans who have made nearly 350,000 individual handcrafted items.

Key Ingredients

  • Valor - Valor features Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, Geranium. It was formulated based on historical writings about Roman soldiers who were said to apply aromatic plant extracts to instill feelings of courage and confidence before going into battle.
  • Sacred Frankincense - it is believed that this oils obtained from the resin variety brought to the Christ Child at his birth. It has a grounding, woodsy aroma that enhances meditation and spiritual practices when used aromatically
  • Rose - has a sensual aroma that allures you to its high-frequency notes, creating a peaceful, loving, and nurturing environment at home and setting the mood for romance.
  • Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang - traditionally know for its romantic appeal, has a calming and balancing aroma for a peaceful, happy heart.
  • Ocotea - essential oil was used historically in traditional ritual soothing.
  • Lime - uplifts the senses with its lively, refreshing citrus aroma.
The Heart Behind the Artisans

The One Purpose label came about as a collaborative effort between more than 20 women who are a part of the Mabira Collective in Uganda, with the final design created by Diana Laruni, an aspiring young Uganda artist. While many of these women experience poverty, lack of education, and abuse in their pasts, they have banded together with the unified purpose of providing a better life for their children. The design is a combination of beads representing their handmade jewelry craft, leaves and water representing the earth from which many of their materials are derived, and a circle representing their circle of women coming together with one purpose.

One of the Mabira artisans, Eve, used to live on the edge of subsistence and was only one setback away from having nothing. Sometimes she earned enough to provide one meal a day for her three children, but sometimes they went without. All of that changed when she joined Mabira Collective. She learned how to make beautiful jewelry and for the first time was paid what she deserved.

"I have three children who are my world," Eve says. "Before Mabira, I was only able to think about how I could find food for them each day. Now I look to the future and am working to own a home. Because of my hard work, my children have enough to eat and are enjoying going to school."

For each wholesale purchase of One Purpose, 35% is donated to The D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation to support its efforts to protect and empower the world's youth. This mission includes helping women break the poverty cycle and achieve financial independence. The assistance will help them support their families and communities and great the bounds of poverty.

How to Use

  • Diffuse One Purpose at home to enjoy the enlightening, uplifting aroma.
  • Apply any of the blends daily to support your own connection to your unique purpose as you help others find theirs.
  • Use one of these blends in massage, Vita Flex, or reflexology
  • Use it alongside the Feelings Collection.
  • Apply One Voice topically for a personal aroma that promotes feelings of inner self-confidence and clarity.
  • Use One Purpose in your prayer, mediation or spiritual practice to foster courage and become aware of your own life's purpose.
  • One Heart - place 1-3 drops on your chest with these intentions: My heart is full of love, compassion, joy and freedom. One heart together with many.
  • One Voice - place 1-3 drops on your neck with these intentions: I express my truth and value easily through my one voice.
  • One Purpose - place 1-3 drops on the top of your head with these intentions: I focus my life's purpose with courage, strength, and keenest of vision to guide me.

Want to try The One by Young Living Collection, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

BALANCE Skincare Spotlight - June 2022

Balance Skincare

Spotlight


Say hello to happy, balanced skin with BALANCE by Young Living! BALANCE is a clinically tested, non-comedogenic, and non-acnegenic skin care system that helps improve oily and blemish-prone skin with noticeable results in as little as 30 days. This simple, three-step system harnesses the strongest naturally derived ingredients for oily and blemish-prone skin and uses them at the most effective clinical testing levels, so you can feel confident in your own skin.

Meet the BALANCE Skin Care Collection with these fun people on YouTube.

BALANCE Skincare at a Glance

  • Formulated with naturally derived ingredients free of gluten, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, sulfates, petroleum, and mineral oil
  • Clinically tested, dermatologist reviewed, non-comedogenic, non-acenegenic, non-irritating hypoallergenic and safe for sensitive skin
  • Formulated for normal/combination to oily skin to address enlarged or clogged pores, redness, breakouts and blackheads, and shiny T-zone areas
  • Three-step system includes BALANCE Cleanser (previously named Orange Blossom Face Wash), BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner, BALANCE Mattifying Lotion
  • BALANCE Cleanser and Mattifying lotion are 3.4 oz or smaller, making them arrived for carry-on when traveling by air
Pair BALANCE Cleanser with BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner and BALANCE Mattifying Lotion to get the best results and let your confidence out with great skin.

BALANCE Cleanser
  • Deep cleans and prevents clogged pores and future breakouts by removing excess oil and dirt
  • Gently cleanses without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier, while slo helping to maintain a healthy microbiome
  • Conditions and moisturizes for a clearer complexion
  • Lightweight, foaming gel cleanser that feels and smells great
BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner
  • Mattifies skin and provides all-day control of oil and shine
  • Reduces the appearance of pores by removing excess oil in only 15 minutes
  • Minimizes the appearance of blemishes and future breatouts
  • Provides the appearance of a brighter, detoxified, and more clarified complexion after two weeks of continued use
  • Preps the skin for moisturizer to maximize the benefits of subsequent products
  • Helps absorb oil and excess sebum throughout the day
BALANCE Mattifying Lotion
  • Provides lightweight, optimal hydration that softens and soothe oily skin, while also supporting a healthy skin microbiome
  • Provides an instant magnifying effect to reduce the appearance of pores and blemishes
  • Defends against premature aging caused by environmental and blue-light aggressors
  • Non-greasy formula absorbs easily into normal/combination and oily skin
  • Reduces excess oil and controls shine for clearer-looking skin
  • Strengthens the skin's moisture barrier

BALANCE Cleanser

Previously known as Orange Blossom Facial Wash, BALANCE Cleanser is step one of this skincare system. BALANCE Cleanser prevents breakouts and clogged pores by removing excess dirt and oil, while also helping to maintain the natural moisture barrier. This gentle foaming gel is safe for everyday use, relying on non-stripping ingredients to condition and moisturize to help your skin feel balanced.

Key Ingredients
  • Aloe vera powder, orange peel extract, and orange flower extract - these ingredients condition, soothe, and moisturize skin
  • Copaiba, andiroba, and acia oils - sustainably sourced from the Amazon, these oils may help control excess sebum.
  • Glycerin - this ingredient functions as a humectant that draws moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate, smooth, and protect the skin.
  • Naturally derived, gentle surfactants - These ingredients gently cleanse without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier, while also helping to maintain a healthy microbiome.
  • Proprietary essential oil blend - BALANCE by Young Living utilizes an exclusive blend of Lavender, Patchouli, Lemon Peel, and Rosemary essential oil that helps support oily and blemish-prone skin.
Formulated to help you skin maintain a healthy biome, this cleanser will have you saying hello to a happy, balanced-feeling complexion. Pair BALANCE Mattifying Lotion with BLANCE Dual-Phase Toner and BALANCE Cleanser to get the best results.

to Use

Gently squeeze a small amount into the palm of your hand and massage it into wet skin. Rinse throughly and pat dry, repeating both morning and night.

BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner

As step two of the system, BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner helps reduce the appearance of pores and blemishes, may help against future breakouts, and provides all-day shine control for a more flawless complexion. This formula restores the skin after cleansing, so you can get the appearance of a brighter, detoxified, and more clarified complexion after two weeks.

Key Ingredients
  • Noni extract - this ingredient supports a healthy microbiome, reduces excess sebum on the surface of the skin, and minimizes the appearance of blemishes. Native to the Southeast Asia and Australia, noni is noted for being able to survive in harsh environments and is one of the first plants to colonize lava-ridden areas. This extract can interact with the skin's microbiome, effectively acting on the dysbiosis to perfect the skin's appearance. It targets the common microbiota imbalances associated with blemish-prone skin. It also decreases the relative production of S. aureus and P. acnes, while also maintaining the favorable skin microbiota S. epidermidis.
  • Ocean minerals - delivers immediate glow to the skin and help minimize the appearance of pores in only 15 minutes. Our minerals are from sea water sourced from a deep marine lake off the Atlantic Coast, located in Noirmoutier, France - an island known for its salt marshes and salt banks. This sea water flows through different geological layers within the island, making it rich in manganese, zinc, iron, and lithium. These minerals promote clarity and luminosity and reduces dullness after two weeks of use. These ocean minerals have a soothing and remineralizing effect, bringing more magnesium, potassium, and sodium to the skin.
  • Pseudoalteronomonas ferment extract - produced via fermentation, this extract immediately reduces excess shine and provides an eight-hour mattifying effect on the skin. This sustainable marine extract is isolated from the glacial environment of the Antarctic Ocean. Over time, it works to reduce sebum accumulation, improving the overall appearance of oily and combination skin.
  • Ethically sourced bentonite clay - this ingredient absorbs excess oil and impurities without stripping skin of excess moisture, leaving it matte and healthy looking. Before shaking the toner, you will see the bentonite settle to the bottom of the bottle, creating a dual-phase formula.
  • Malachite extract - this semiprecious stone has a high copper content and is rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental stressors and premature aging. It also gives the toner its blue color.
  • Proprietary essential oil blend - BALANCE by Young Living utilizes an exclusive blend of Lavender, Patchouli, Lemon Peel, and Rosemary essential oils to help support oily and blemish-prone skin.
A must-add step when prepping the skin for moisturizer, this toner can be used to pamper normal, combination, and oily skin types.

to Use
Shake well before use. After cleansing, use to moisten a cotton round and sweep over skin morning and night. Avoid eye area.

BALANCE Mattifying Lotion

As step three of the system, BALANCE Mattifying Lotion uses optimal hydration to keep your skin happy throughout the day, locking in moisture and supporting a healthy skin biome. This formula is also gentle enough for everyday use, relying on oil-balancing and mattifying ingredients to control shine for clearer-looking skin.

Key Ingredients
  • Oat kernel extract - this ingredient improves the overall appearance of the skin's complexion and reduces the appearance of blemishes and redness for healthy-looking radiant skin.
  • Noni stem cells - extracted from noni fruit, this ingredient supports a healthy skin microbiome and reduces excess sebum on the surface of the skin to help minimize the appearance of blemishes.
  • Bacillus ferment - this ingredient has been shown to help minimize the appearance of skin imperfections and support the skin's microbiome, leaving skin looking beautiful. The ferment is isolated from clay sourced following sustainable practices near Aiguamolls de l'Emporda, a natural park in Spain. It soothes the skin and supports the skin's microbiome by reducing P. acnes (Propionibacterium acnes) biofilm formation and porphyrins, which are metabolic products of P. acnes that can become lodged in pores, creating blemishes.
  • Marrubium vulgare - obtained via cell culture of horehound, this extract has been clinically proven to reduce the appearance of blackheads, give skin a smooth and even-feeling texture, improve skin smoothness and softness, and combat against the damaging effects of pollution and blue light, providing a healthy-looking, radiant complexion. In nature, horehound spontaneously grows in temperate areas of Europe, America, and Asia and has a history of use in Ancient Rome and Arabic folk traditions. It is a flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family, which includes mint and white nettle, and is rich in beneficial phenylpropanoids that play a vital role in plant development by acting as an essential component of cell walls, giving this product soothing and protecting properties.
  • Rise starch (Oryza sativa) - this ingredient keeps skin shine free by absorbing excess sebum on the surface without stripping it of moisture.
  • Proprietary essential oil blend - BALANCE by Young Living utilizes an exclusive blend of Lavender, Patchouli, Lemon Peel, and Rosemary essential oils to help support oily and blemish-prone skin.
Formulated to help unbalanced skin fight back against blackheads, redness, blemishes, and excess oil, this mattifying lotion offers lightweight hydration for all skin types.

to Use
Gently press and pat a small amount evenly over the face. Repeat morning and night.

BALANCE Skincare FAQs

Is BALANCE Cleanser the same formula as Orange Blossom Facial Wash?
  • Yes, BALANCE Cleanser is the exact same formula as Orange Blossom Facial Wash. It has simply been rebranded for inclusion in the BALANCE Skin Care Collection.
Can women, men, and children use BALANCE Skincare?
  • BALANCE Skincare is gender neutral and intended for any customer with normal/combination to oily skin, blemish-prone, or unbalanced skin. Although Young Living upholds the highest standards for safety, we do not test our products on participate under the age of 18. Please speak with a health care provider to determine if this product will meet your child's specific needs.
Is the BALANCE Skincare System vegetarian and/or vegan friendly and non-GMO?
  • BALANCE Cleanser is vegetarian friendly and all the ingredients are non-GMO, but it is not vegan due to the use of xantham gum.
  • BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner and Mattifying Lotion are vegetarian and vegan friendly and non-GMO.
Do the BALANCE products contain any ingredients derived from corn?
  • BALANCE Cleanser contains citric acid, levulinic acid, coco-glucoside, and glyceryl oleate may be derived from non GMO corn.
  • BLANCE Dual-Phase Toner contains alcohol denat., propanediol, and citric acid may be derived from corn. These ingredients are non-GMO.
  • BALANCE Mattifying Lotion contains citric acid is derived from non-GMO corn.
Do the BALANCE products contain any ingredients derived from palm/coconut?
  • BALANCE Cleanser contains glycerin, decyl glucoside, glyceryl caprylate, coco-glucoside, and glyceryl oleate that may be derived from RSPO palm and/or coconut.
  • Balance Dual-Phase Toner contains glycerin that may be derived from palm and/or coconut.
  • BALANCE Mattifying Lotion contains glycerine, capric/capric triglyceride, and cetearyl alcohol may be derived from palm and/or coconut.
Do the BALANCE Cleanser, Dual-Phase Toner contain any ingredients derived from tree nuts, soy, or gluten?
  • There are no ingredients derived from tree nuts, soy, or gluten. However, it is possible that this product may be manufactured in a facility that uses tree nuts, soy, or gluten in other product formations. Though there may be tree nuts, soy, or gluten processed in the same facility, please rest assured that according to cGMPs (current good manufacturing practices), the machinery is cleansed and sanitized between productions to prevent contamination. If you have additional concerns, we encourage you to speak to your health care provider.
Is there a UV sensitivity warning associated with BALANCE Cleanser because it contains citrus ingredients?
  • No, BALANCE Cleanser is formulated using citrus levels that do not warrant a UV warning.
How does the BALANCE line compare to the BLOOM and ART lines?
  • BALANCE is formulated for normal/combination to oily skin. It is a gentle formulation that deep cleanse pores and reduces surface oils for balance-looking skin. BLOOM is formulated for normal combination to dry skin and as a brightening system. The ART system is formulated for all skin types to help fortify the skin's natural moisture barrier and protect against environmental aggressors.
Why is my toner separating? Is that normal?
  • Yes. BALANCE Dual-Phase Toner has two phases that come together when the product is shaken and separates slowly over time. The two phases come from an alcohol phase and a water/bentonite clay phase. Due to the differences in density, the two phases will not mix unless the product is shaken. If the toner settles between uses, shake it before application.
Meet the BALANCE Skin Care Collection with these fun people on YouTube.

Want to try BALANCE by Young Living, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

NingXia Greens Spotlight - June 2022

NingXia Greens

Supplement Spotlight



Does it get any easier than a spoonful of superfood goodness? Scoop up the benefits of 60+ fruits, vegetables, herbs, algae, and mushrooms with this incredible supplement. NingXia Greens supports a healthy immune system, a balanced diet, optional digestion, and healthy energy levels. Its a key part of your daily routine.


NingXia Greens at a Glance

  • Packs 2-3 servings of fruits and vegetables in every scoop
  • Delivers a powerful dose of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other important phytonutrients
  • Contains 60+ nutrient-rich vegetables, fruits, herbs, algae, and mushrooms
  • Supports a healthy immune system, digestive health, and energy levels
  • Features the MultiGreens essential oil blend, including Melissa oil - a health powerhouse
  • Contains no artificial colors, flavors, fillers, sweeteners, or added sugars
  • Mix it Up with these yummy recipes and tips and tricks in the 2022 Convention Recipe Book
Formulated with superfood ingredients, greens, and premium essential oils, NingXia Greens takes the guesswork out of your nutrition needs. All you have to do is scoop, stir and enjoy. Try it in smoothies, juice, protein shakes, or even water for a quick and easy way to pack your day with nutrients.

Background

Inside each serving, you'll find 60+ whole foods, five varieties of immune-supporting mushrooms, and wolf berry fruit and sprouted leaves from Young Living's Seed to Seal farm in NingXia, China. All that plant-based goodness is carefully extracted using a heat-free method so you can enjoy all the intact nutrients and benefits this unique blend has to offer.

Key Ingredients

  • NingXia wolf berry fruit powder and sprouted leaves - also known as goji berries, wolf berries come from an ancient plant, long praised in China for its powerful health benefits.
  • Maitake, reishi, turkey tail, shiitake, and enokitake mushrooms - a source of soluble fiber know as beta glucans, these mushrooms help support a healthy immune system and help prevent and repair oxidative damage. These mushrooms are high in antioxidants, vitamins (including Vitamin D), and minerals and have been studied for use in cardiovascular health, cancer prevention and reducing inflammation.
  • Fermented Superfood Blend - a fermented superfood blend that delivers nutrients that are difficult to obtain from a typical diet, this proprietary combination also contains enzymes to support optional digestion.
  • Purslane - an edible succulent, this ingredient is one of the few vegetables that's rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals - including copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, and potassium, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C. Purslane is also a uniquely rich source of 184 phytochemical compounds, including phenolic acids, alkaloids, and flavonoids, which act as antioxidants.
  • Secale cereale flower pollen extract - a non-allergenic and sustainably sourced extract that contains full-spectrum nutrients such as amino acids, phytosterols, fatty acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, this extract is clinically shown to display antioxidant and detoxifying capacity and maintain cellular oxidative stress through significant decrease of GSSG (oxidized glutathione).
  • MultiGreens proprietary oil blend - Rosemary, Lemon, Lemongrass, and Melissa essential oils.

How to Use NingXia Greens

  • Mix 1 scoop in 4-6 ounces of water or beverage of your choice
  • Sitr 1 scoop into a protein shake made with Power Meal or Pure Protein Complete to support muscle recovery
  • Mix with 2 ounces of NingXia Red and 1/2 cup of coconut water or orange juice for a fruity, nutritious start to your day
  • Add one scoop to a fruit smoothie for an extra dose of fiber and plant-based omega-3s
  • Take with a probiotic like Life 9 or an enzyme complex like EssentialZymes-4 for additional daily wellness
Make sure to watch these fun YouTubes - Introducing NingXia Greens & NingXia Greens: Superfood, Super EasyFor more incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try NingXia Greens, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

FAQs

Is NingXia Greens vegetarian and/or vegan friendly?
  • Yes, NingXia Greens is vegetarian and vegan friendly.
Does NingXia Greens contain any gluten, corn, tree nut, soy or palm/coconut-derived ingredients?
  • There are not gluten, tree nut or soy-derived ingredients. However, it is possible that this product may be manufactured in a facility that uses gluten, tree nuts, or soy other product formulations. Though there may be gluten, tree nuts or soy processed in the same facility, please rest assured that according to cGMPs (current good manufacturing practices), the machinery is cleansed and sanitized between productions to prevent contamination. If you have additional concerns, we encourage you to speak to your health care provider.
Why is Secale cereale flower pollen extract included in the formula?
  • Secale cereale flower pollen extract is an excellent ingredient that contains amino acids, phytosterols, fatty acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes that contribute to the health benefits of NingXia Greens.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Power Meal Spotlight - June 2022

Power Meal

Supplement Spotlight



If you're looking for a vegan, keto-friendly, plant-based protein or meal-replacment powder, then look no further than Power Meal. This drink mix is packed with protein and nutrients and zero added sugar so you can get in your vitamins and minerals everday.


Power Meal at a Glance

  • Provides 20 grams of vegan protein with each serving with zero added sugar
  • Contains 11 fruits and vegetables
  • Rich in amino acids
  • Balanced nutrition profile with fats, carbohydrates, proteins, fiber and 17 vitamins and minerals
  • Delicious, natural vanilla flavor
  • Mix it Up with these tips and tricks and yummy recipes in the 2022 Convention Recipe Book
Crafted with clean living in mind, Power meal contains 17 essential vitamins and minerals to give you a balanced meal with every sip. Pack a punch with plant-based protein from peas, pumpkin seed, flax, and sunflower seeds, then feel nourished with the natural goodness of 11 fruits and vegetables, including apple, carrot, broccoli, wolf berry, tomato, spinach, sweet potato, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry and lucuma. With MCT oils, a targeted enzyme blend of amylase and protease to support healthy digestion, only 170 calories per serving, and an irresistible dash of Orange essential oil, this allergen-free formula powers your healthy lifestyle.

Key Ingredients

  • Pea protein - is an easily digestible and highly bioavailable plant-based protein source. It is non-allergenic and contains all the essential amino acids, providing the body with a steady supply of protein building blocks.
  • Pumpkin seed protein - is one of the most powerful plant proteins around. It is high in Iron, Zinc, natural chlorophyll, Magnesium, and healthy fats - all of which work together to support immunity and overall wellness. Pumpkin seed protein is also non-allergenic, making it a great choice for a plant-based protein source.

How to Use Power Meal

Mix 2 scoops of Power Meal with 8 ounces of water, non-dairy milk, NingXia Red, or your favorite beverage.

This funny YouTube gives you an idea about Power Meal, a vegan meal-replacement shake
For more incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Power Meal, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

FAQ

Is Power Meal vegetarian and/or vegan friendly?
  • Yes! Power Meal is vegetarian and vegan friendly.
Does Power Meal contain any gluten, tree nut or soy-derived ingredients?
  • There are no gluten, tree nut or soy-derived ingredients. However, it is possible that this product may be manufactured in a facility that uses gluten, tree nuts, or soy other product formulations. Though there may be gluten, tree nuts or soy in the same facility, please rest assured that according to cGMPs (current good manufacturing practices), the machinery is cleansed and sanitized between productions to prevent contamination. If you have additional concerns, we encourage you to speak to your health care provider.
Are there corn-derived ingredients in Power Meal? Are they GMO?
  • Non-GMO corn-derived ingredients are used as carriers in the following ingredients: Vitamin D3 (carrier), beta carotene (carrier), amylase, and protease. If you have further concerns, please speak to your health care provider prior to use.
Are there any palm/coconut-derived ingredients in Power Meal?
  • Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) oil is derived from coconut or palm; however the oil is refined to eliminate coconut protein, often the cause for allergen concerns. If you have further concerns, please speak to your health care provider prior to use.
What is Reb M sweetener and how does it differ from Reb A?
  • Both Reb M and Reb A are steviol glycosides found in the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant, but Reb M is sweeter than Reb A and does not have the same bitter aftertaste. Reb M is present only in extremely low concentrations in the stevia leaves, which makes isolation challenging, unfeasible, and unsustainable, so an innovative method has been developed to replicate the Reb M molecule from the stevia leaf via fermentation of sugarcane. It is a zero-calorie sugar alternative to enhance flavor and taste.
Which ingredients contribute to the sugar content of Power Meal?
  • The sugar content of Power Meal is a result of the naturally occurring sugars in the fruit powders of the formulation.
Are Woldberries still in Power Meal?
  • Yes, Wolfberries (goji berries) are still used in Power Meal.
Once mixing up my Power Meal, does it need to be refrigerated or can it be left out at room temperature?
  • Power Meal is a nutrient-rich product. As with similar products, refrigeration is necessary if not consuming immediately after mixing.
Is Power Meal considered a complete protein supplement (containing all eight essential amino acids)?
  • Yes, Power Meal is a complete protein supplement containing all eight essential amino acids.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Inner Beauty Collagen Spotlight - June 2022

Inner Beauty Collagen

Supplement Spotlight



Whether you're wanting to up your hair & skin game, feeling that postpartum hair and skin slump, or needing a little extra boost after being under the weather, we've got you covered. Meet your new beauty BFF - Inner Beauty Collagen!


Inner Beauty Collagen at a Glance

  • Reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as few as three weeks
  • Source of marine collagen (Type 1), which is more bioavailable and better absorbed by the skin, giving you better results
  • Supports the dermal layer after UV-induced skin damage
  • Contains prebiotic fiber, which supports healthy skin by balancing the gut microbiome
  • Tasteless powder means you can mix it into anything you want
  • Strengthens and supports healthy hair and nails
  • Promotes skin elastic and hydration with Type 1 marine collagen and peach ceramides
  • Free of artificial fillers, flavors, colors, and sweeteners.
  • Mix it Up with these tips and tricks and yummy recipes in the 2022 Convention Recipe Book
Collagen is THE protein of the body. Its the most abundant protein and is the crucial support piece for your hair, skin, nails, joints, muscles and gut lining. Collagen also helps with melatonin levels (your natural sleep hormone), antioxidant levels (so important for overall health and longevity), and a healthy liver.

Unfortunately, collagen levels decrease as we get older (starting as early as age 25) but as it decreases, we actually need it the most (joint needs, skin and hair trouble, brittle nails, etc). As we age our natural collagen also becomes more fragmented and fragile, so it doesn't hold up as well as it used to. Because of this, adding a high quality collagen supplement to your health routine is a wonderful way to help your body replenish collagen levels and promote its own collagen production.

Made with a highly soluble form of bioavailable Type 1 marine collagen, peach ceramides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and no added sugars, Inner Beauty Collagen supports your natural radiance from the inside out. Inner Beauty Collagen supports vibrant, lit-from-within skin and healthy-looking hair and nails with a daily dose of collagen, antioxidants, and other skin-supporting ingredients that are naturally derived and sustainably sourced, so you can feel good about your skin and your purchase.

Background

Young Living cares about bringing natural products that work, so they have been working on a collagen formulated for the past four years! Chasing fads doesn't interest YL, but if a supplement looks promising, they often spend years examining the market for what works best.

Unlike other collagen powder supplements derived from bovine sources, Young Living's Inner Beauty Collagen features bioavailable Type 1 marine collagen source exclusively from sustainable marine sources. Other key ingredients include skin-hydrating ceramides extracted from Japanese peaches, tapioca fiber from plants harvested sustainably in Thailand, and exclusive Vanilla oleoresin that's blend with fractionated coconut oil instead of alcohol.

This incredible daily supplement isn't new though. It has been available in international market for years, and it was so popular that it became available to the US and Canada as of June 2022.

Benefits of Marine Collagen

Great for skin, hair, nails, joints and gut health!

Science has identified 28 different types of collagen, but there are four types that are important for the human body - Type 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Type 1 collagen comprises about 75% of the body's collagen glycoproteins and is the principal type found throughout the body. Many collagen supplements are sourced from grass-fed cattle or pasture-rained chicken and contain multiple types of collagen, but are primarily The 2 collagen. Fish collagen peptides are bioactive Type 1 collagen and are best known for providing the basis for beautify skin and strong connective tissues.

Marine collagen is rich in amino acids that support the body's natural production of collagen and is associated with skin, hair, nails, and keeping the joints lubricated and the gut healthy.

Promotes healing of skin cells & stimulates natural collagen production.

Inner Beauty Collagen is Type 1 marine collagen and contains a unique combination of amino acids, including hydroxyproline, glycine, and proline - distinctive peptides that stimulate cells in the skin, leading to collagen synthesis. These constituents promote the healing of skin cells and stimulate the production of natural collagen and fibroblasts, a biological cell that synthesizes collagens. This cascade of events will help maintain clear skin and improve nail and hair growth in the long run. Additionally, fish collagen peptides promote bone and join health by keeping joints lubricated and facilitating movement.

Much better absorbed than other collagen sources.

Marine collagen is absorbed up to 1.5 times more efficiently in the body, and the bioavailability is superior to collagen of both bovine or porcine. This is due to its smaller particular size compared to other types of collagen. This smaller particular size allows an easier and faster uptake and transportation of the collagen peptides to the skin, bones, and joints for the synthesis of new collagen.

Liquid vs Powdered Collagen 

Some will tell you that powdered collagen is not as bioavailable as liquid collagen. Marine collagen bioavailability is NOT affected or changed if it is in powder form or liquid form before consuming it. (When liquid shots are manufactured, the collagen is these products begins as a powder anyway.)

When you add Inner Beauty Collagen to a liquid, it dissolves almost instantly. That's partially due the purity of the collagen and the process that it undergoes to break down the collagen protein into peptides. The improved bioavailability also comes from the amino acid profile in marine collagen, and the type of amino acids in this matrix are absorbed more efficiently compared with other sources. One of the main benefits of this powered formula is that it's flavorless, so you can enjoy Inner Beauty Collagen with any beverage.

Key Ingredients

Inner Beauty Collagen contains 5 grams of marine collagen per scoop, and the first ingredient in this product is collagen peptides. Many other products on the market don't directly disclose how much collagen is in their products. Look for fruit juices and other additives that are grouped with collagen, as they may may how much collagen is in these products.

  • Type 1 marine collagen - a highly soluble form of bioavailable Type 1 collagen, this ingredient is sourced from fish using a property hydrolysis manufacturing process that uses no harsh chemicals or solvents. It is odorless and tasteless. The collagen in Inner Beauty Collagen is sustainably sourced from crimson snapper, saddletail snapper, carp, cod, pollock, tilapia, golden threadfin bream, milkfish, and sea perch.
  • Peach Ceramides - this ingredient helps provide hydration to the skin, decreasing skin dryness. The natural glucosylceramide in Inner Beauty Collagen is a white peach-derived ceramide made and produced in Japan. Its function is to increase ceramide production in the skin, which helps provide hydration, decreasing skin dryness. It also supports the dermal layer after UV-induced skin damage.
  • Biotin, Vitamin C, and Zinc - Vitamin C and Zinc support collagen synthesis for glowing skin, while biotin supports hair and nail health. Vitamin C is required for the biosynthesis of collagen, and it is also an important physiological antioxidant that has been shown to regenerate other antioxidants within the body.
  • Tapioca fiber - this prebiotic fiber supports healthy skin by balancing the gut microbiome.
  • Superoxide dismutase (SOD) - is an antioxidant enzyme produced through fermentation.
  • Hyuluronic acid - this ingredient supports skin hydration, helping to reduce the appearance of fine Ines and wrinkles for more youthful-looking skin.
  • Vanilla oleoresin - this oleoresin is a unique form of vanilla that is neither an extract nor an absolute, both of which contain mostly alcohol, and is extracted from hand-pollinated orchid blossoms.
Sourcing

The collagen used is produced from 100% fish skin and scales that would otherwise be discarded and sourced from a sustainable and traceable supply chain, it is not irradiated and is certified non-GMO, presenting unmatched advantages in the market. This collagen comes from different types of fish, including red snapper, tilapia, milkfish, and others. This ingredient is extracted to include purified fish collagen peptides that will not contain any other unwanted compounds, oils, contamination, or toxins. Because this is a secondary source, these fish may come from farmed or wild-caught sources. The fish is carefully washed to ensure the highest-quality ingredients.

How to Use Inner Beauty Collagen

  • Mix 1 scoop of Inner Beauty Collagen with 4-8 ounces of water or your favorite hot or cold beverage daily.
  • Combine with 1/2 tsp of Golden Turmeric and 1 cup of water or juice in a shaker bottle for a synergistic effect.
  • Stir 1 scoop into a cup of your favorite hot tea such as Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea.
  • Mix with 2 ounces of NingXia Red and 1/2 cup of juice or sparkling water for a tasty, collagen-boosting elixir.
  • Add 1 scoop to a can of NingXia Zyng poured in a glass for a sparkling drink that supports skin health.
  • Blend 2-4 scoops into the batter of baked goods. (Don't use in recipes calling for cooking temperatures above 380 degrees F)
Get all the info by watching this YouTube - Ask the Scientist: Inner Beauty CollagenFor more incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Want to try Inner Beauty Collagen, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

FAQ

What makes Inner Beauty Collagen different from other collagen supplements?
  • Inner Beauty Collagen is a marine collagen, sustainably sourced from fish, so it contains Type 1 collagen, which is primarily known from its ability to improve hair, skin, nails, joint and gut health. Young Living's collagen supplement is the best, sustainably sourced marine collagen that is scientifically proven to provide results... and at the best price available.
  • Inner Beauty Collagen is highly soluble form of bioavailable Type 1 marine collagen that is combined with peach ceramides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and Vitamin C that further improve skin hydration, elasticity and hair and nail health.
Is liquid or powdered collagen better?
  • While both types of collagen have benefits, we prefer the Inner Beauty Collagen powder as it has more collagen per serving and is more bioavailable than typical liquid collagens, it comes as a tasteless powder that can be mixed into anything, and the bulk packaging is more sustainable and environmentally friendly than individual liquid packets.
What is the difference between AgilEase and Inner Beauty Collagen supplements? Doesn't AgilEase have collagen? Can I take both?
  • AgilEase is truly a joint health supplement that contains Type 2 collagen, hyaluronic acid, frankincense powder and a blend of essential oils that support the body's natural response to inflammation after exercise. In general, collagen is good for skin, hair, nails, joints, muscles, and gut health, but Type 2 collagen is specifically supportive of muscles and inflammatory states. Type 1 collagen is ideal for hair, skin, nails, and joints.
  • You can take both AgilEase and Inner Beauty Collagen if you choose as they each have a specific purpose and have unique benefits.
Are there ingredients containing gluten or derived from corn, soy, palm/coconut, or tree nuts in Inner Beauty Collagen?
  • There are no ingredients containing gluten or derived from corn, soy, palm/coconut, or tree nuts in this formula. Please be aware that while this product does not include any of these ingredients, it is possible that this product may be manufactured in a facility that uses these ingredients in other product formulations.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

Master Formula Supplement Spotlight - June 2022

Master Formula

Supplement Spotlight



Master Formula is a daily must have - it is the Young Living equivalent of a multivitamin. This full-spectrum, multi nutrient complex provides premium vitamins, minerals, and food-based nutrients to support general health and well-being. Not only is it an exceptional formula of necessary vitamins and minerals, it includes antioxidants and essential oils that further increase the absorption of all those wonderfully good things.


Just a Drop of Master Formula

  • Naturally supports general health and well-being for the body
  • Contains gut flora-supporting prebiotics (SO important for gut health and for absorption of all the vitamins and minerals Master Formula contains)
  • Ingredients help neutralize free radicals in the body
  • Includes antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other food-based nutriment
  • Packaged sachets are convenient to take your vitamins on the go
  • NO synthetic ingredients. NO artificial colorings. NO unnecessary fillers. AND you can bet that every ingredient used is of the highest quality.
When it comes to conventional vitamins and supplements, it is incredibly difficult to find options that aren't filled with unnecessary colorings, fillers, and binders. Sadly, these ingredients are almost always synthetic, wreaking havoc on the body, especially over time, disrupting hormones, causing allergies (often low-level so we barely notice) and gut disruption. And none of us wanted that for ourselves or our families. Especially when we are trying to do something good, like take a multivitamin.

Background

Sadly, our current foods (even the healthiest, homegrown options) lack a lot of the vitamins and minerals that thy used to contain. Whether a result of conventional farming practices, long delays in shipment or a deleting of nutrients in the soil, we simply aren't getting quite enough from food alone, which is why a high quality multivitamin is essential. In fact, it is one of the most prescribed over the counter supplement in the US.

Young living also engineered a wonderful delivery system for this multi nutrient complex to improve bioavailability of all these incredible ingredients. Its is called Synergistic Suspension Isolation process (SSI). The ingredients are delivered in three distinct delivery forms that are easy for the body to assimilate. Just one more reason why Young Living supplements are superior to any others.

Key Ingredients

  • Turmeric root oil - Turmeric root is well known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti tumor, and anti-aging properties.
  • Vitamin A, D, E and K2 - all essential vitamins for bone, teeth, and heart health.
  • Cardamon, Clove, and Ginger essential oils - antioxidants that support digestion, health and vitality.

How to Use Master Formula

  • Take 1 packet (1 liquid capsule, 1 caplet, 2 capsules) daily with water
  • May also be taken with 1-2 oz NingXia Red
For more on Master Formula and other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

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Join us this month and beyond as we focus on getting all our nutrients from a high-quality multivitamin - a cornerstone of good health.


Want to try Master Formula, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

 
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