Lime Oil Spotlight - May 2022

Lime
Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
Lime essential oil has a fresh, crisp aroma that uplifts the senses and brightens any space. This versatile citrus oil is a favorite for everything from cleaning to cooking to immune and emotional support!

Just a Drop of Lime

  • Has an bright, sharp, green, citrus aroma
  • Adds a fruity, topical scent to bath and body care products
  • Uplifts the senses and supports feelings of clarity and postivity
  • Neutralizes unwanted odors, and purifies the air when diffused
  • Is a great addition to household cleaning solutions
  • Helps provide general wellness support when taken internally
  • Contains antioxidants and limonene
Background

Citrus aurantifolia, also known as Mexican or key lime, is a shrub-like evergreen tree native to tropical Southeast Asia. It produces smaller, mora aromatic fruit than the related Citrus xlatifolia, or Persian lime, which is more commonly available in the United States as a culinary fruit.

Lime essential oil is unique in that it is 100% bioflavonoid. Not only are bioflavonoids impressive in and of themselves, but they also help maximize the benefits of Vitamin C by inhibiting its breakdown in the body. This means that Lime essential oil not only supports the immune system, it also stimulates the detox pathways, helping to clear the body of toxins and unwanted waste. Lime also helps with the absorption of Vitamin C, make it a versatile oil and household staple.

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

  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
  • Gamma-terpinene - a potent antioxidant, Chinese medicine believes that this constituent may halt the advance of unwelcome microbes, reducing the risk of colds and 'flu-like symptoms.'
  • Beta-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown beta-pinene to support the body through inflammation, to help calm the mind and see the body from the 'fight or flight' response
Lime & Emotions

Lime, like other essential oil, is a wonderful tool for emotional support! Citrus oils evoke the sense of warm, sunny, carefree days which are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. One major reason for this is because citrus oils contain the constituent Limonene, a compound that is a potent free radical scavenger. Free radials cause oxidative stress and damage to the body at a cellular level, therefore affecting every body system. Less oxidative stress from free radicals is a key for less negative emotions.

Limonene is wonderful for boosting the mood and may increase the amount of calming neurotransmitter in the brain. When we are feeling worried, stressed or indecisive we have a difficult time accessing the right side of our brains, and citrus oils are a great tool! Citrus oils are stimulating to the right side of the brain and can help us work through these emotional blocks.

Emotionally, Lime is linked to feeling unmotivated. Apply a couple of drops of Lime over your lungs to help get some motivation going and promote feelings of clarity, harmony, motivation, and positivity.

Product Options
Lime is a available as:
Lime is a key ingredient in:
Daily Habits with Lime

Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Epsom salt
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5X4 inches
  • 30 drops Lime
  • 20 drops Lavender
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds, and essential oils to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Play anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent.
    Step 3 - Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Mix Lime & Rosemary with magnesium flakes or Epsom Salt for a relaxing bath soak.

Try this Summer Sunshine Roller to wear as perfume any time of year. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Lime
  • 10 drops Stress Away
  • 5 drops each Lavender, Lemon & Vanilla
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Show your tired muscles a little TLC after hitting the gym or even after standing all day (or for those middle of the night leg cramps). To a 2 oz pump bottle or a 30 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Cypress
  • 20 drops Lime
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply to lets to support healthy circulation
Make this Brightening Cranberry Clay Mask for an at-home facial. 
  • 1/4 cup fresh, organic cranberries
  • 1/4 tsp organic, greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 3 drops each Lime & Geranium
  • 1/4 cup water
    Step 1 - Blend cranberries into a paste, then add remaining ingredients. Add water last to add until desired consistency.
    Step 2 - Apply to the face and let sit for 10-15 minutes before removing with warm water or a warm cloth.
Apply Lime to your beauty routine to freshen and cleanse skin.

Create this amazing T-Zone Roller (or serum) to support glowing skin. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops Lime essential oil
  • 5 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply to t-zone or oily areas of skin as needed (even blemishes!)
Add Lime Vitality to any of your favorite dishes - guacamole, marinades, and salad dressings, baked proteins like chicken or salmon, smoothies - anything you would use lime zest! (Note: Lime Vitality and Lime essential are the same essential oil.)
  • Add 2 drops to homemade (or store bought) guacomole
  • Add 2-3 drops to chipotle cilantro rice
  • Add 2 drops per bowl to chicken tortilla soup
  • Add 3-5 drops to olive oil and marinate chicken for grilling
Make Unicorn Juice for a daily wellness shot:
  • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 tsp Sulfurzyme Powder
  • 2-3 drops Lime Vitality essential oil
  • Water
Whip up this Avocado Lime Dip anytime you want a nutritious snack
  • 2 large avocados
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp salk
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2-3 drops Lime Vitality
    Combine all ingredients in food processor and process until fully combined
Add a drop of Lime Vitality to your daily NingXia Red and to your water glass throughout the day. 

NOTE: Lime Vitality and Lime are the same essential oil.

Diffuse:

Diffusing this crips citrus oil to bring a little bit of summer to your home. Pair Lime with other citrus oils, with herbaceous oils like Lavender and Rosemary, or with candle-inspired blends to add a lighter note to the fragrance.

Spring Breeze - 4 drops each Lime, Rosemary & Grapefruit
Herb Garden - 4 drops Lime, 2 drops Lavender, 3 drops Rosemary, 2 drops Basil
Seaside - 5 drops Lime, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Spearmint
Capri Blue Volcano - 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 4 drop Grapefruit, 2 drops Geranium, 2 drops Tangerine, 1 drop Lime
Spring Clean - 4 drops each Rosemary, Lemon & Lime
Bright Side - 5 drops Valor, 4 drops Envision, 3 drops Lime
Good Vibes - 3 drops Valor, 2 drops each Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange & Lime, 1 drop Spearmint


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

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

Orange Oil Spotlight - May 2022

Orange
Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
Orange essential oil has a sweet, bright aroma reminiscent of a blossoming orchard of orange trees. The scent is uplifting and just brings a smile to your face. It is the perfect addition to all your favorite diffuser combinations and DIYs.

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in May!


Just a Drop of Orange

  • Has an sweet, uplifting, citrus aroma
  • A wonderful addition to diffuser blends and DIYs
  • May help reduce the appearance of blemishes when applied topically
  • Removes sticky adhesives and residues from non-porous surfaces
  • Helps provide digestive and immune support when taken internally
  • Contains naturally occurring antioxidants
  • High in the constituent limonene
Orange essential oil is rich in limonene, making it supportive of the immune and circulatory systems as well as good for our bodies overall. Citrus oils are also know for stimulating creativity, so this is a great oil to diffuse while working, during homework, or during arts and crafts.

Start your day with a burst of liquid sunshine by diffusing Orange in the morning. Orange is delightful on its own, or you can combine it with complementary oils such as Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Neroli, and Patchouli. Orange Vitality essential oil has a sweet, citrusy flavor and provides digestive and immune support when taken internally.

Background & Sourcing

Originally native to Asia, orange trees are now cultivated around the world, including France, Germany, and the United States. An evergreen plant, mature orange trees can reach the height of 30 feet. Known as liquid sunshine, Orange essential oil has a sweet and uplifting aroma that brightens any room and cleanses the air when diffused.

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

  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
  • Myrcene - boasts emotional soothing properties as well as immune bolstering properties
Orange & Emotions

Orange essential oil is an instant mood booster! This bright, happy oil is great for promoting an aroma of joy and creativity. Diffuse, apply, or add it to your favorite emotional support oils in a roller.

Citrus oils in general are wonderful for emotional support. Citrus oils contain Limonene, a potent free radical scavenger. When there is less physical oxidative stress in the body, then there are less negative emotions. Citrus oils also contain compounds that boost your mood by increasing calming neurotransmitters in the brain.

Product Options
Orange is a available as:
Orange is a key ingredient in:
Daily Habits with Orange

Orange is one of our most used and versatile oils! Try some of these tips and DIYs below.

Add Orange to your skincare and beauty routine

  • Add it to your nighttime skin care routine to help reduce the appearance of blemishes and smooth skin.
  • Try this Rosemary Orange Hair Mask:
    • 1/4 cup avocado oil
    • 10 drops Rosemary
    • 5 drops Orange
    • 5 drops Cedarwood (optional) - great for growth
      Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
  • Refresh dried lips with this Orange Sugar Scrub:
    • 2 tbsp organic sugar
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 2 tbsp honey
    • 1 tsp Lemon juice
    • 3 drops Orange or Orange Vitality
    • 2 drops Grapefruit or Grapefruit Vitality or more Orange
      Mix ingredients well then rub onto lips. Rise well and follow with Lavender Lip Balm as desired.
  • Try this Unicorn Roller as a daily perfume with emotional support. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
    • 15 drops each Orange, Joy, Stress Away, Grapefruit, Bergamot, & White Angelica
    • Fill with a carrier of choice
  • Add Orange to any of your favorite roller blends for an uplifting perfume. In a 10 mL bottle with carrier, add one of the following (or any you prefer):
    • 20 drops each Joy, Orange, & Grapefruit
    • 20 drops each Stress Away, Orange & Grapefruit
    • 15 drops each Orange, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Grapefruit & 10 drops Geranium, Rose or Joy
    • 15 drops each Rosemary, Orange, Lavender & Peppermint
Use Orange for Household DIYs

  • Use to remove stickers on glass (without nasty chemicals!)
  • Add 1-2 drops to your dishwasher for sparkling dishes.
  • Diffuse Orange with Lime, Lemon, or Tangerine for a sunny, refreshing aroma.
  • Add Orange to your home cleaning solutions for a boost of cleaning and odor-neutralizing power.
  • Add Orange to wool dryer balls for a fresh scent (and ditch the dryer sheets!)
  • Make a DIY Laundry Scent Boosterand ditch toxic laundry products. To a glass jar with a lid, add:
    • 1 cup Epsom salt
    • 1/2 cup fine sea salt
    • 1/2 cup baking soda
    • 30 drops Orange essential oil (or mix of desired oils)
      To use, add 2-3 tablespoons directly to the laundry.
  • Add Orange to your homemade cleaning products for an extra power (just don't apply directly to granite or marble).
  • Add 15 drops Orange to diluted Thieves Household Cleaner for a daily spray.
  • Add 10 drops each Pine & Orange to Thieves Household cleaner and dilute for a mop solution.
  • Make your own DIY Kitchen and Bath Scrub. Mix 10 drops Orange oil + 1/4 cup baking soda + 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner. Add more baking soda to achieve the consistency you desire.
Add Orange Vitality to your food and drink

  • Add a few drops of Orange Vitality to warm water and drink first thing in the morning before any other food or drink.
  • Add a dew drops of Orange Vitality to your water and sip throughout the day.
  • Toss raw greens (kale, arugula, or spinach) with olive oil and Orange Vitality.
  • Add a few drops of Orange Vitality to your daily NingXia Red.
  • Add 1-2 drops of Orange Vitality to a vegetarian gel capsule and take daily for immune and general wellness support.
  • Add Orange Vitality to a smoothie or green drink to enjoy its citrus flavor and antioxidant properties.
  • Use in place of orange zest in recipes.
  • Add a few drops of oil to a batch of cookies or pound cake for a delicious twist.
Diffuse:

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and Orange is one of our favorites to add to the diffuser. Try out these fresh blends anytime of day or add Orange to pretty much any of your favorite blends.

Zen Vibes - 5 drops Orange, 3 drops Lavender, 4 drops Peace & Calming
Citrus Twist - 3 drops each Lemon, Orange Grapefruit & Lime
Fresh Laundry - 4 drops each Purification, Orange & Lavender
Be Well - 5 drops Thieves, 4 drops Orange, 3 drops R.C.
Herb Garden - 4 drops Lemon, 4 drops Rosemary, 3 drops Orange
Autumn Wealth - 4 drops Orange, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Lemon
Baking Cookies - 4 drops Orange, 3 drops Vetiver, 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 2 drops Clove


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

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

Gifting Favorites for Any Season

Gifting Favorites for Any Season

Giving the gift of oils is one of our favorite ways to share how much we love YL and how much these products have changed our lives and health. Our loved ones get exciting, healthy gifts and we are able to share the love!

So wether you're looking for teacher gifts, Mother's Day gifts, holiday favorites, graduation presents or even wedding or baby shower it's, we have ideas for you!
Teacher Gifts

Gifts Under $20

Gifts Under $50

Spoiling the teacher? Doing a classroom gift? Here are some other great options:

  • Photo book or classroom photo + Premium Starter Bundle with Desert Mist diffuser
    • A diffuser, 12 oils, hand sanitizer and Thieves spray
    • Your teacher(s) can use the oils and diffuser in the classroom (hello Thieves!), to make roller and DIYs and for themselves
  • Thieves Bundle (this gift gives back when your teachers use the items in class)
    • Thieves essential oil blend, two Thieves cleaners, and soaps, sprays and hand sanitizers to use in the classroom, plus Thieves toothpaste and mouthwash to use at home.
  • Desert Mist Diffuser + 3-5 of your favorite oils (Orange, Thieves, Grapefruit, Lavender and Lemon are some of ours!)
Graduation Gifts

Gifts Under $50

Gifts Over $50

Wedding Shower Gifts

Gifts Under $20

Gifts Under $50

Spoiling the couple or doing a group gift? Here are some ideas:

  • For the love of Lemons Bundle
    • Macron Diffuser, Lushious Lemon essential oil blend, Jade Lemon and Vanilla oils and a Lushious Lemon Hand Soap make this bundle the perfect housewarming or wedding gift.
  • Thieves Bundle (this gift gives back when your teachers use the items in class)
    • Thieves essential oil blend, two Thieves cleaners, and soaps, sprays and hand sanitizers to use in the classroom, plus Thieves toothpaste and mouthwash to use at home.
    • You can add a 16 oz glass spray bottle + kitchen towels if you want as well
  • Premium Starter Bundle with Desert Mist diffuser
    • A diffuser, 12 oils, hand sanitizer and Thieves spray and lots of samples make this bundle a great choice. It is incredibly versatile.
Baby Shower Gifts

Gifts Under $25

Gifts Under $50
Want to start, but don't know how, click here to get started.

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

The Spring Handbook 2022

The 2022 Spring Handbook

With its cool breezes and sunshine-filled days, Spring is a time of renewal and a fresh spirit. After a long winter, we are ready for a little spring refresh!

We're brightening the atmosphere in our homes with citrusy diffuser blends, giving our bodies the support they need with supplements and oral sprays, and focusing on the sunshine and light with daily self care practices and mindfulness.

Fill up your diffusers, grab an uplifting roller blend and dig into these tips, tricks, recipes, and DIYs for the upcoming season.
Springtime Wellness

Spring is a time of such beauty with blooming flowers and trees, and it can also be a time of acute respiratory needs! Make these simple sprays and rollers to give yourself some help and make this season much easier on your nose.

Changing Seasons Oral Spray
This little bottle will be your springtime companion! Applying oils topically and diffusing are great health habits, but there is even more benefit to using oils as a dietary supplements. Try out this Changing Seasons Oral Spray to give your respiratory system a little TLC. To a 10 mL glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 drops each Lavender Vitality, Copaiba Vitality, & Peppermint Vitality essential oils
  • 2 drops each Orange Vitality & Lemon Vitality essential oils
  • splash of Thieves Mouthwash, optional
  • Filtered water
    Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth as desired.
Raindrop Oral Spray 
Sometimes our defenses need a little extra boost, and this combination of oils is our go-to when we need something a little 'more.' The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we're using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it. To a 10 mL glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 drop each Oregano Vitality, Thyme Vitality, Peppermint Vitality, & Basil Vitality essential oils
  • 2 drops each Lemon Vitality & Orange Vitality essential oils
  • Splash of olive oil
  • Filtered water
    Add all ingredients into the bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth daily, or as desired
Raindrop Roller
The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we love using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it. This roller is an easy way to harness the power of Raindrop with easy application. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, Peppermint, Wintergreen, Aroma Siez, Lavender & Valor essential oils
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
    Apply over lymph nodes, along spine, bottom of the feet as desired.
Raindrop Detox Bath
Again, with this powerhouse blend of oils! This is a great practice when defenses start to go down or whenever you need a boost. To a glass jar, add everything together and mix.
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • 3 drops each Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, & Lavender essential oils
  • 2 drops each Peppermint, Wintergreen, & Aroma Siez essential oils
    Place the jar under hot, running water to diffuse out into bath water. Soak as long as possible!
DIY Nasal Rinse
Grab your Neti Pot and whip up your own oil-infused sinus rinse!
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 15 drops Copaiba essentail oil
  • 8 tbsp of ultra fine salt (unprocessed, no iodine)
    Mix well and store in a sealed jar.
    To Use - dissolve 1 tsp of salt mixture into 1.5 cups of distilled water (or water from a Berkey filter or boil and cool some water), then add to your Neti Pot and use as needed.
DIY Season's Change Capsules
Make using your Vitality oils easy with this simple hack!
  • 2 oz glass dropper bottle
  • 30 drops each Lavender Vitality, Lemon Vitality, Peppermint Vitality, & Copaiba Vitality essential oils
  • Olive oil to desired dilution (about 2 tbsp)
    When ready to make a capsule, fill an empty vegetable capsule with a dropperful of the blend and take as desired.
Sinus Support Steam Pot
When you're needing some relief from the pressure that spring can cause your sinuses, give this tried and true trick a go!
  • Bowl of very hot, steaming water
  • 2-3 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 2-4 drops Dorado Azul essential oil
    add essential oils to the water (start with the lower end and add more as desired). Place a towel over your head and sit with your head above the steam bath to open the airways.
Happy Nose Roller
This is a great roller to use anytime you need some sinus relief, but it is really lovely after doing the sinus steam pot! To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Dorado Azul & Idaho Blue Spruce
  • 10 drops each DiGize & R.C.
  • 5 drops Peppermint
    Roll over the sinus cavities as desired. Take care when using near the eyes and dilute more if desired. If you get it too close to your eyes, simply add coconut oil over the area.
Beauty & Self Care DIYS

DIY Glow Serum
Ditch all the other moisturizers and serums because this one is the game-changer! Apply boring and evening for healthy, glowing skin. (PS - CBD Beauty Boost has been nicknamed 'Botox in a Bottle' so you know it's good!) In a 2 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 1.5 tsp organic Vitamin C powder
  • 5 drops Geranium essential oil
  • 3 tbsp distilled water
  • Splash alcohol-free witch hazel (optional for more oil-prone skin)
    Mix Vitamin C powder into the water until dissolved, then add Geranium and top with a splash of witch hazel (optional). Use morning and evening or as desired. Store up to 2 weeks at room temperature or longer in the fridge.
Healthy Hair Recovery
Whether you're dealing with hormonal needs, postpartum hair loss, recovery from acute illness or something else, here is our Healthy Hair Recovery Protocol that can help your hair get back to its glory days! For details, check out the Healthy Hair Recovery blog post.
  • NingXia Red
  • SulfurZyme Powder
  • Mineral Essence
  • Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol
  • Rosemary, Cedarwood and Lavender essential oils
Orange Creamsicle Body Scrub
This simple DIY leaves your skin silky smooth and its dreamy winter scent is perfect for the winter days. Follow with the DIY Body Butter for smooth happy skin!
  • 1/4 cup fractioned coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 15 drops Orange or Tangerine essential oil
  • 10 drops Vanilla oleoresin
    Mix Orange & Vanilla with fractioned coconut oil in a glass container, then add organic cane sugar to the bowl and stir until combined.
    To Use - massage into skin in a circular motion and rinse well. After exfoliating, moisturize with the DIY Present Time Body Butter.
Present Time Body Butter
Take care of your skin with this simple, customizable DIY Body Butter. We love mixing floral oils like Neroli, Jasmine or Geranium with Spruce and Tangerine.
Place coconut oil and shea butter in a bowl and whip with a handheld or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth. Slowly add in the jojoba oil, then essential oils, mixing as you add.  Whip for about 5 minutes or so. The longer you mix, the fluffier it will become.
Spring Home Refresh

This is a great season to freshen up your space and do a little spring cleaning. These simple citrus-infused DIYs will make your spring cleaning a lot more enjoyable.

DIY Lushious Lemon Room Spray
  • 25 drops Lushious Lemon essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Vanilla Oleoresin
    Add essential oils to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add a splash of witch hazel and top with water. Spritz on all the things.
DIY Spring Garden Hand Soap
Spring Breeze Thieves Cleaner
We love switching up our cleaner scents for spring, and this blend is perfect for all the blooming flowers!
  • 16 oz glass spray bottle
  • 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Lavender, Peppermint, & Lemon essential oils
  • 10 drops Basil or Rosemary
  • Filtered water
    Add ingredients to the spray bottle, then gently invert to mix. Use to clean any surfaces daily as desired.
Lushious Lemon Thieves Cleaner
Add a fresh citrus twist to your Thieves Cleaner!
  • 16 oz glass spray bottle
  • 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 30 drops Lushious Lemon essential oil blend
  • 15 drops Vanilla Oleoresin
  • Filtered water
    Add ingredients to the spray bottle, then gently invert to mix. Use to clean any surfaces daily as desired.
DIY Cleaning Fizzies
What are cleaning fuzzies? Think of them as your cleaning sidekick. They can tackle the toilet bowl for you or help you knock out that sink full of dirty pots and pans. Best sidekick ever! Homemade cleaning fuzzies are easy to make and even easier to use.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 1/2 cup cornstrch
  • 4 tsp water
  • 40 drops Lemon or Thieves or Citrus Fresh essential oil
  • 3 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or candy mold
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all 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 3/4 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.
Springtime Diffuser Blends

We ditched the toxic scented candles for oils years ago, so here are our top candle-inspired favorites for spring. To make any of these combinations into a roller blend, triple the number of drops, add oils to a 10 mL roller bottle and add carrier of choice.

  • Citrus & Sage - 4 drops each Clary Sage, Citrus Fresh & Lemon
  • West Elm - 3 drops Grapefruit, Northern Lights Black Spruce, & Tangerine + 2 drops Davana
  • Soft Sugar - 5 drops Grapefruit + 4 drops Lavender + 3 drops Vanilla
  • Volcano - 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops each Tangerine & Grapefruit + 2 drops Geranium + 1 drop Lime
  • Angel Food - 4 drops Vanilla + 3 drops each Jade Lemon & Copaiba + 2 drops Nutmeg
  • Spring Breeze - 5 drops Grapefruit + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 2 drops Eucalyptus
Vitality Recipes

Add a hint of spring to your favorite dishes with some of these vitality recipes

Lavender Collagen Latte
This latte not only tastes lovely, it can help with those springtime blooms as well. Lavender Vitality is a great choice when the pollen begins to fly

  • 12 cups strongly brewed coffee
  • 1/4 cup milk of your choice
  • 1 tbsp organic maple syrup (add more to taste)
  • 1 scoop high quality grass-fed collagen
  • 1 drop Lavender Vitality essential oil
  • Electric milk frother (optional)
Grab your favorite coffee mug and line the bottom with maple syrup, about 1 tablespoon. Pour the brewed coffee on top and stir gently to mix. Add the milk and essential oil to the frother, and wait while it warms. When ready, pour the milk into your coffee, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a small drizzle of maple syrup or a small sprinkle of raw sugar if desired.

Lemon Herb-Infused Olive Oil
Use these creations to spice up your cooking, dip your warm bread in, or as a finishing touch to salad dressing, roasted meats, or fish.
  • 10 oz olive oil
  • 2 drops Rosemary Vitality essential oil
  • 4 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
  • 2 drops Basil Vitality essential oil
  • Handful of freshly sliced lemons
  • Handful each of rosemary and basil
Pour the olive oil into a big pot or sauce pan. Keep on low heat until it starts to bubble. Mix in the herbs and let it cook until the heat and let the oil cool. Add the drops of Vitality oil into the mixture.
(Remember, less is more. Vitality oils can be potent, so start with fewer drops and add more for a bolder flavor.) Funnel the mixture into the bottles.

Citrus Vinegar
  • 12 oz white wine vinegar
  • 1 small grapefruit
  • 1 small line
  • 1 small orange
  • Orange Vitality essential oil
  • Lime Vitality essential oil
  • Grapefruit Vitality essential oil
Slice your favorite fruit and put it in a 16-oz bottle or jar. Pour vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Pour hot vinegar into your bottle or jar over the fruit. Let it stand at room temperature for 8 hours. Add Vitality essential oils. Shake well before using, as oil and vinegar don't mix.

We hope you enjoy this Springtime Handbook. May your days full of sun and fun!

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

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

Essentials for April 2022

Healthy Lifestyle Essentials

April showers bring may flowers, and we are showering our health with good things this month. Join us as we focus on creating wonderful health habits and improving our health on a daily basis with some incredible products.

Super Vitamin D - sunshine in a bottle
NingXia Red, 2 pack - for energy, vitality & wellness
IlluminEyes - for healthy, happy eyes
Longevity Vitality - a daily antioxidant powerhouse
DiGize Vitality - for happy bellies
Lemon Vitality - for daily wellness

Super Vitamin D

Super Vitamin D is one of our daily supplements for good reason. Most of the US population is deficient in Vitamin D, and it plays a role in so many areas of wellness.

  • Plays a key function in respiratory health
  • Helps boost healthy immune systems
  • Supports mood and hormone regulation with Vitamin D and lemon Balm
  • Helps support bone growth and deathly muscle
  • Supports calcium balance and bone growth

Learn more about the Super Vitamin D in the December 2021 Supplement Spotlight post.

NingXia Red

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful, whole-body supplement. There are MANY reason we love this wolfberry puree (a quick search of this blog will show you).

NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, arena, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Tangerine and Yuzu essential oils.

The benefits of NingXia Red include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health. A daily shot of 2-4 ounces helps support overall wellness with powerful antioxidants.

Learn more about NingXia Red:
IlluminEyes

IlluminEyes is an incredible eye health supplement featuring lutein and zeaxanthin that helps reduce eye strain, protects eyes from damaging blue light, and maintains vibrant skin.
Learn more about Thieves Household Cleaner:

  • Protects eyes from damaging blue light
  • Helps protect and maintain proper eye health
  • Helps support vision in low-light settings and reduce eye fatigue and eye strain*
  • May help reduce eye health deterioration common with age
  • Maintains healthy-looking skin
Learn more about IlluminEyes in the Supplement Spotlight from April 2021.
Longevity Vitality

Longevity Vitality essential oil blend is a powerful combination of Thyme, Orange, Clove, and Frankincense. The name tells you that this oil is a must-have.

  • Thyme - provides support to the immune system, contains the antioxidant thymol
  • Orange - high in limonene, a powerful health tool and has a bright, uplifting aroma that cleanses and refreshes, also provides immune and general wellness support
  • Clove - has a warm, stimulating aroma that provides cleansing properties and contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support.
  • Frankincense - has been know to enhance immunological function and beautify skin.
Learn more about Longevity in the April 2022 Oil Spotlight blog post.
DiGize Vitalty

DiGize Vitality essential oil blend combines Tarragon, Ginger, Peppermint, Juniper, Fennel, Lemongrass, Anise, and Patchouli, which contain antioxidants and support the digestive system when taken internally.

  • Helps support and cleanse the digestive system
  • May provide immune support
  • Is also great to support the sinuses during the changing seasons
Lemon Vitality

Freshen up from the inside out with this bright, happy, cleansing essential oil. Lemon Vitality essential oil contains antioxidants, provides immune and circulatory support, and can be used to add a fresh flavor to food and beverages. We love to start our days with warm water and with Lemon Vitality essential oil.

  • Has a crisp, zesty, citrus flavor
  • Contains antioxidants and supports the immune system
  • Provides circulatory support
  • Contains cleansing properties
  • Can be used to flavor beverages, as well as sweet and savory dishes.

Want to try the essentials for April (Super Vitamin D, NingXia Red, 2 pack, IlluminEyes, Longevity Vitality, DiGize Vitality, Lemon Vitality), 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 Vitality - Oil Spotlight April 2022

Longevity Vitality
Essential Oil Spotlight

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Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in April!

Longevity Vitality essential oil blend combines Thyme, Orange, Clove and Frankincense and supports a healthy immune system and overall wellness when taken internally. This blend is a heath powerhouse and one we always keep in our daily routines.

Note: Longevity and Longevity Vitality are the same essential oil blend. Longevity Vitality is simply labeled for ingestion.


Just a Drop of Longevity

  • Has an herbaceous, warm, spicy, thyme-like aroma
  • Helps support normal immune function when combined with a healthy lifestyle
  • Helps support overall wellness
  • Pairs well with ImmuPower and Thieves
  • When taken internally, helps protect the body from oxidative damage
Background

Each oil in this blend plays a vital role in health and wellness, but the addition of Frankincense and Clove essential oil make it something I want to have in my routine daily! 

Frankincense is mentioned in one of the oldest known medical records, the Ebers Papyrus, which dates back to the 16th century BC. This 'holy anointing oil' has been used historically to treat 'every conceivable illness known to man.' Frankincense has been studies for so many health-benefiting properties. There are too many incredible studies to list, so hop onto www.pubmed.gov and search 'frankincense' or 'Boswellia.'

Clove essential oil is high in the constituent eugenol, which boasts well document health supporting properties. It protects our brains, hearts, lungs, immune system and basically the body as a whole.

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

  • Thymol
  • Limonene
  • Para cymene
  • Eugenol
  • Alpha pinene
Longevity & Skin Care

The powerhouse of antioxidants in the longevity blend can do amazing things for our health and also for our skin! Use this blend in a capsule daily for a month and see the results for yourself. You'll get get even better results when paired with topical use of the CBD Beauty Boost.

Product Options
Daily Habits with Longevity

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. The Vitality oils are the exact same as their non-vitality counterparts and can be used in the same way. They these blends with Longevity.

Morning Sunrise - 6 drops Lemon, 4 drops Longevity
Wellness Boost - 5 drops Longevity, 3 drops Oregano & Cinnamon Bark
Raindrop - 4 drops Longevity, 2 drops each Oregano, Basil, & Peppermint

Companion Products

Want to see more uses for Longevity? Check out the blog post on How to Use from September 2021.

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

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

DIY Oral Sprays - April 2022

DIY Oral Sprays

Oral sprays are a great way to give our bodies vitamins, minerals and amazing benefits of essential oils. They are convenient, easy to use and easy to make!

Ingesting Vitality oils allows us to really receive the health benefits of the oils, and making oral sprays is a simple way to do that.

Customize the base recipe for your individual needs or try one of the combinations below.

Base Recipe

Recipes to Try:

Everyday Wellness - Use this spray as a part of your daily wellness routine alongside your Thieves roller.
Changing Seasons - This beloved LLP blend is our go-to when the seasons change and air quality becomes less than ideal. Make this spray to give your respiratory system some TLC.
  • 10 mL glass spray bottle
  • 1-2 drop each Lemon & Copaiba Vitality oils
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitality
  • Pinch Himalayan salt (helps the oil and water mix)
  • Filtered water
Raindrop - This is the spray you want to reach for when your defenses start to go down or you need an extra immune system or wellness boost.
Daily Boost - Grab this spray for a little boost of energy whenever you're running low!
Sweet Dreams - Use this spray before bedtime or any time you need to add a little calm to your day.
Soothe - This spray is perfect after hitting the gym, standing or walking all day, or anything your muscles and joints are needing a little TLC.
Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these DIY Oral Sprays, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Clary Sage Oil Spotlight - Feb 2022

Clary Sage Essential Oil

Oil Spotlight for February

Clary Sage is a distinctly feminine oil that we love for everything from supporting healthy skin to wearing as a personal fragrance to supporting healthy hormone levels. This oil is a great choice for women for many reasons.


Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in February.

Just a Drop of Clary Sage...

  • Has a calming, soothing, lightly floral aroma
  • Promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin and hair
  • Helps soothe minor skin irritations
  • Geared toward women for its hormone support properties
  • Supports healthy estrogen levels through naturally occurring phytoestrogens
  • Makes a lovely perfume
Clary Sage essential oil is a main component of Dragon Time oil blend, a blend formulated for supporting normal, healthy emotions during the female monthly cycle. Clary Sage contains the naturally occurring constituent linalyl acetate, which contributes to its calming and soothing herbal aroma. Applied topically, Clary Sage essential oil promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin, making this an oil every woman wants to have in her arsenal.

Background

Native to the Mediterranean region, Clary Sage is a perennial shrub in the Salvia family. Traditionally used as a medicinal herb, it typically grows 3-4 feet tall and produces showy purple blooms that attract pollinators. Young Living's Clary Sage essential oil is steam distilled from the flowering parts of the plant at the Mona, UT and Simiane-la-Rotonde, France farms.

Key Constituents

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

  • Linalyl acetate - a potent antioxidant that promotes circulatory health and allows the body to support healing from ischemic injury (injury as a result of poor blood flow).
  • Linalool - supports stress relief and uplifts the mood, helps support the body during times of illness and stress.
Clary Sage & Emotions

Clary Sage can be a powerful tool for female emotions! Since we know of its estrogen-support properties this makes a lot of sense. When our hormones are unbalanced, it takes a toll on our health - both physical and emotional. Clary Sage is grounding and comforting and evokes feelings of feminine energy. It pairs well with citrus oils like Bergamot and Tangerine as well as Patchouli and Lavender.

Clary Sage is also a component in the supplement CortiStop because of its ability to balance hormones and stop the stress response. Stress wreaks havoc on our health, so any way we can find to support stress reduction is key! Pair daily use and inhalation of Clary Sage with meditation, journaling, affirmations and prayer.

Clary Sage & Pregnancy

Because Clary Sage contains phytoestrogens, it can increase fertility in some women. It can also be used to support labor! Because of this, some women choose to avoid excess use of Clary Sage during pregnancy until labor is desired.

Clary Sage is found in:

Daily Habits with Clary Sage:

Note: As with citrus oils, avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying Clary Sage.

Inhale or diffuse Clary Sage in the evening to help create a tranquil environment, especially at bedtime.

Add a few drops to your facial essence, serum, or moisturizer and apply at bedtime for healthy looking skin.

Make this Glow Up Serum. To a 4 oz bottle, add:
  • 25 drops each Clary Sage & Frankincense
  • 20 drops Blue Tansy (optional)
  • 5 droppers full of CBD Beauty Boost (optional)
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Mix Clary Sage with aloe vera gel and apply it following sun or wind exposure.

Make a simple DIY After Sun Spritz (you can use this after time out in the cold and wind as well). To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops of Clary Sage
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Copaiba, and Frankincense
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Use in conjunction with ProgEssence Plus Serum to support female hormone levels.

Dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it over the lower abdomen and back as desired, especially during menstrual cramping.

Make an Aunt Flo Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Clary Sage & Copaiba
  • 10 drops each Geranium, Bergamot, Cypress & Lavender
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Use Clary Sage alone or pair it with Vanilla, Lavender, Grapefruit, or Bergamot.
Or make this Aunt Flo Massage oil to support your body through cramps. Apply over the abdomen and lower back as needed.
  • 1/4 cup V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier oil
  • 20 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Bergamot
  • 10 drops Cypress
  • a few pumps Relaxation Massage Oil (optional)
Make this I AM Beautiful perfume roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each Frankincense & Clary Sage
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, & Bergamot
  • Fill with a carrier of choice.
Make this Supermom Roller for when you need to be calm and collected and get things done. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Clary Sage
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Take a relaxing bath before bed. Add 10 drops each Clary Sage & Lavender to 1 cup of Epsom Salt and place under running water. 

Add Clary Sage to your bath and body products for a slightly floral, herbaceous scent.

Make a DIY Lushious Locks Hair Mask.
  • 1/4 cup coconut or avocado oil
  • 25 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops Cedarwood & Rosemary
    Apply to slightly damp hair or spot treat dry areas. Let sit for up to 10 minutes, then shampoo as desired.
Apply Clary Sage to the inside of the ankles and rub over the abdomen during labor to support contractions.

Make a NO Fear Labor Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Clary Sage
  • 20 drops each Valor, Patchouli, Lavender & Tangerine
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Whip up a Spring Blossoms room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Winter Nights
  • 10 drops Tangerine or Orange
  • 10 drops Ylang Ylang
  • Splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water

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 herbaceous floral aroma of Clary Sage.

  • Spring Breeze - 4 drops each Grapefruit, Clary Sage, & Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood
  • Fresh Linens - 3 drops each Lavender & Clary Sage, 2 drops each Lemon, Lime & Vetiver
  • Greenhouse - 3 drops Rosemary, 2 drops each Clary Sage, Jade lemon, tangerine, & Thyme
  • Feminine Energy - 4 drops Clary Sage, 3 drops each Lavender & Jasmine, 2 drops Rosemary
  • Citrus & Sage - 4 drops Citrus Fresh, 3 drops each Lemon & Clary Sage

Join us in using Clary Sage essential oil daily this month and beyond.


Want to try Clary Sage 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

How to Use Jan's Gifts with Purchase - 2022

How to use
January's Gifts with Purchase

January's Gift With Purchase is here, and it's packed with essential oil favorites you can use every day - Eucalyptus Radiata, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Lime, Cedarwood. Plus an exclusive Lavender, Peppermint and Tea Tree in the Seed to Seal Story Collection! From skin and hair care to cleaning and DIYs, here are some of our favorite ways to use these household staples.

NOTE: If you're looking for any DIY supplies, check out the DIY Supplies List resource for the exact items we use and recommend.
And don't forget to round up your order with the 'Dollar Up' option to donate to the Young Living Foundation. A few cents can go a long way!

Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil

Like most species of Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Radiata is native to Australia. A very large flowering tree in the myrtle family, Eucalyptus Radiata produces fragrant leaves and is also known informally as narrow-leaved peppermint. In 2011, a study at Heidelberg University found that Eucalyptus Radiata has the second largest abundance of 1,8 console (eucalyptus) after Eucalyptus Globulus. It is this constituent that gives Eucalyptus Radiata its camphor's aroma and incredible respiratory support properties.

Use this oil to help support the airways during the cold weather. Dilute with coconut oil or V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and apply to the chest as desired. This is a great thing to do before a winter workout.

Soothe tired muscles with simple massage oil - mix a few drops of Eucalyptus Radiata with carrier oil and massage onto tense areas. You can also add Rosemary and/or Lavender.

Make this Eucalyptus Lavender Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC.
Soothe irritated airways with a simple DIY Chest Rub. To a small glass jar add:
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 30 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
  • 20 drops Lemon
    Mix well. Apply to chest, back, throat and bottom of feed as desired.
Whenever you feel your defenses going down, try this Immune Boost Soak.
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
  • 10 drops Lemon or Grapefruit (optional)
  • Splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with water
Make a DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray for refreshing linens and mattresses with each sheet change or every time you make the bed. Switch up the oils as you like. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle, add
Whip up this even simpler DIY Linen Spray for linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
  • Splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with filtered water
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a glass jar, add:
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 30 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
  • 20 drops Tea Tree (optional) - its a gift with purchase gift this month
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Add Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Peppermint to these DIY Cleaning Fizzies.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 4 tsp water
  • 40 drops essential oils (Eucalyptus plus Peppermint and Tea Tree are gifts with purchase this month)
  • 3 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or small silicone 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.
Freshen Up Thieves Cleaner by adding 20 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata for a fresh twist. Pair with Rosemary and Grapefruit for an even more refreshing take on our favorite plant-based cleaner.
Add Eucalyptus Radiata to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for fresh, clean smelling laundry.

Use Eucalyptus Radiata to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 Epsom salt
  • 30 drops of essential oil(s)
  • Water (about 2-3 tsp)
  • Silicone mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl. Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons, and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 2 - Add essential oil(s) of your choice and mix well. Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight. Remove and store in an airtight container.
    To use - simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Diffuse this fresh, crisp oil with herbaceous oils like Rosemary and Lavender, citrus oils like Grapefruit and Lemon or cleansing oils like Peppermint and Lemongrass:
  • Aveda: Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, Rosemary
  • Spa Treatment: Eucalyptus Radiata, Grapefruit, Tangerine
  • Fresh & Clean: Eucalyptus Radiata, Tea Tree, Lemon
  • Resolutions: Eucalyptus Radiata, Peppermint, Lavender
Grapefruit Essential Oil

A natural cross of the pomelo and the sweet orange, grapefruit likely originated in Jamaica before spreading to America and throughout citrus-growing areas. Today this evergreen tree is cultivated in the United States, South Africa, Brazil, and Israel.

Grapefruit essential oil has a zesty, uplifting aroma that refreshes the air when diffused. It also provides cleansing action, making it a popular addition to skin care and home cleaning products.

Add Grapefruit to your favorite roller blends for some happy citrus zest! To a 10 mL roller bottle, add the following essential oils with a carrier oil of your choice. (Note: do not apply citrus oils to skin that will be directly exposed to the sunlight within 2 hours.)
  • Keep Calm & Carry On: 20 drops Stress Away, 15 drops each Grapefruit & Lavender
  • Liquid Sunshine: 20 drops Grapefruit, 15 drops each Tangerine & Lemon, 10 drops Bergamot
  • Flower Garden: 20 drops Grapefruit, 15 drops Ylang Ylang, 10 drops Bergamot
  • Golden Hour: 20 drops Grapefruit, 15 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce or Idaho Blue Spruce, 10 drops Germanium or Joy
Make these lovely Citrus Rind Diffusers (recipe via Hello Glow). Hollow out the fruit. In a small bowl mix the sea salt and essential oils well. Fill fruit rinds with the sea salt and oil mixture. Replace every 3-4 days.
Grapefruit Cedarwood:
  • 1 Grapefruit
  • 15 drops Cedarwood (gift with purchase this month)
  • 5 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • 3 drops Sage essential oil
  • 1.5 cups coarse sea salt
  • Fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)
Lemon Rosemary:
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 15 drops Rosemary essential oil
  • 10 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • Fresh rosemary for garnish (optional)
Rosemary Lime Mint:
  • 1 lime
  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 10 drops Rosemary essential oil
  • 10 drops Lime essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • Fresh rosemary for garnish (optional)
Winter skin needing a little love? Whip up this Grapefruit Salt Scrub:
Make this Grapefruit Lip Scrub for soft, happy lips:
  • 10 drops Grapefruit
  • 5 drops Vanilla (optional)
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
    Whip coconut oil with a mixer, then add in sugar and essential oils and mix again. Store in a glass jar. Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a drop towel.
Whip up this DIY Toning Oil to use after hitting the gym to work on your resolutions. To a 2 or 4 oz pump or dropper bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each Rosemary, Grapefruit, Fennel, Juniper
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Cypress
  • Fill with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
    Massage onto problem areas as desired.
Spice up your Thieves Cleaner with a fresh, crisp recipe. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1-2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • 15 drops each Tangerine & Lemon essential oil
  • 15 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
  • Fill the rest with filtered water
Bring a little light to your winter body butter by combining Winter Nights essential oil blend and Grapefruit in this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe.
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • 15 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
    Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 - 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Add in essential oils, then place in a glass jar.
Diffuse this happy citrus oil to bring a little bit of sunshine to your home:
  • Herb Garden: Grapefruit, Lemon, Basil
  • Spring Breeze: Grapefruit, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Valor
  • Cozy Home: Grapefruit, Lavender, Vanilla
  • Keep Calm: Grapefruit, Stress Away, Bergamot
Rosemary Essential Oil

An evergreen shrub in the mint family, Rosemary grows abundantly in rocky coastal regions. Rosemary essential oil has an invigorating aroma that can be used to create an environment conducive to work or study. It is often included in soaps, fragrances, shampoos, and household cleaners and is a key ingredient in the Thieves essential oil blend.

Use Rosemary in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home.
  • Add 20 drops to Thieves Household Cleaner (optional to add 20 drops of Lemon as well)
  • Add to a room spray (see recipes above)
  • Use in laundry - on wool dryer balls, add Thieves Laundry Soap
  • Add Rosemary to the DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray recipe above
Use Rosemary to make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with an airtight lid, add:
  • 1.5 cup salt Epsom salt
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 30 drops Rosemary (or mix Rosemary with Eucalyptus)
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make this Freshen Up Thieves Cleaner recipe. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 10 drops each Eucalyptus Radiata and Rosemary essential oil
  • 20 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • filtered water
Take a relaxing Epsom salt bath with Rosemary. Add 20 drops to 1 cup Epsom salt and soak in warm water.

Add Rosemary to your shampoo and conditioner for a healthy scalp and hair. Also try this Rosemary Mint Hair Mask:
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 10 drops Rosemary essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 5 drops Cedarwood essential oil (optional) - great for hair growth
    Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
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. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Rosemary essenital oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • A carrier of choice
Give your tired feet some love with this Rosemary Peppermint Foot Scrub.
  • 2 tbsp organic sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 3 drops Rosemary essential oil
  • 2 drops Peppermint essential oil (optional)
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Diffuse Rosemary during work, homework, or school times for a refreshing aroma that supports focus and creativity. Pair Rosemary with other crips oils like Peppermint and Eucalyptus, calming oils like Lavender or citrus oils like Lime, Bergamot and Lemon.
  • Crisp Breeze: Rosemary, Lime, Grapefruit, Bergamot
  • Aveda: Rosemary, Lemon, Eucalyptus Radiata
  • Focused: Rosemary, Lemon, Tangerine
  • Herbal Remedy: Rosemary, Lavender, Basil, Grapefruit
Lime Essential Oil

Lime essential oil has a sharp, green, citrus aroma that uplifts the senses when used aromatically or applied topically. Lime Vitality has a delightful citrus flavor, contains antioxidants, and may provide general wellness support when taken internally. NOTE: Lime and Lime Vitality are the same essential oil.

Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Epsom salt
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds
  • Muslin cotton drawstrings pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 30 drops Lime essential oil
  • 20 drops Lavender essential oil
    In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch. Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender lime scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Mix Lime and Rosemary with magnesium flakes or Epsom salt for a relaxing bath soak.

Show your muscles a little TLC after hitting the gym or even after standing all day (or for those middle of the night leg cramps). To a 2 oz pump bottle or a 30 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Cypress essential oil
  • 20 drops Lime essential oil
  • A carrier of choice
    Apply to lets to support healthy circulation.
Make this Brightening Cranberry Clay Mask for an at-home facial:
  • 1/4 cup fresh, organic cranberries
  • 1/4 tsp Rhassoul Clay
  • 1 tsp organic, greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 3 drops each Lime and Geranium essential oils (optional)
  • 1/4 cup of water
    Blend cranberries into a paste, then add remaining ingredients. Add water last and add until desired consistency. Apply to the face and let sit for 10-15 minutes before removing with warm water or a warm cloth.
Add Lime to Grapefruit Lip Scrub recipe above.
Add Lime to your beauty routine to freshen and cleanse your skin.

Create this amazing T-Zone Roller (or serum) to support glowing skin. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops Lime essential oil
  • 5 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply to t-zone or oily areas of skin as needed (even blemishes!)
Add Lime Vitality to any of your favorite dishes - guacamole, marinades, and salad dressings, baked proteins like chicken or salmon, smoothies - anything you would use lime zest! 

Add a drop of Lime Vitality to your daily NingXia Red and to your water glass throughout the day. 

NOTE: Lime Vitality and Lime are the same essential oil.

Diffuse this crisp citrus oil to bring a little bit of summer to your home. Pair Lime with other citrus oils, with herbaceous oils like Lavender and Rosemary, or to candle-inspired blends to add a lighter note to the fragrance.
  • Spring Breeze: Lime, Rosemary, Grapefruit
  • Herb Garden: Lime, Lavender, Rosemary, Basil
  • Seaside: Lime, Lavender, Spearmint
  • Capri Blue Volcano: Idaho Blue Spruce, Grapefruit, Geranium, Tangerine, Lime
Cedarwood Essential Oil

Cedarwood essential oil is recognized for its calming and grounding aroma, which can be paired with Lavender as part of your bedtime routine. It also provides skin and hair care benefits when applied topically, making it a great addition to your facial care routine or shampoo.

Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing winter skin (more than just hands!).
  • 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
  • 30 drops essential oils - Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli. 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 and 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. Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler. Whisk in all remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Let sit overnight.
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak. Mix all together and add to your bath water with the ACV.
Make your own (effective) deodorant with this Natural Deodorant Spray recipe. To a 4 oz glass mister bottle, combine all ingredients and shake well:
  • 3 tbsp grain alcohol
  • 1 tbsp witch hazel
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp glycerin
  • 20 drops Cedarwood (or other essential oils)
  • 10 drops Tea Tree (optional)
    To Use - spritz two sprays under arms as desired.
Make a simple DIY Cuticle Oil. This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve (from November and December). Add all to an empty 15 mL essential oil bottle with an AromaGlide Roller Fitment. Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere.
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 Frankincense essential oil
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently.
Make a Sweet Dreams Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Lavender and Cedarwood essential oil
  • 10 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
    Apply over the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Make these Sweet Dreams Bath Salts to use before bedtime (great for helping kids wind down as well). Add to a glass jar and mix well.
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • 1/2 cup Epsom salts
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
Diffuse this woodsy oil to support focus, calm the atmosphere and bring a sense of serenity to your home.
  • Sweet Dreams: 5 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Frankincense
  • Calm & Collected: 4 drops each Cedarwood, Peppermint & Lemon
  • Enchanted Forest: 4 drops Cedarwood, 3 drops Ylang Ylang, 3 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
  • Grounded & Grateful: 3 drops each Cedarwood, Patchouli, Tangerine, Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • Let It Go: 4 drops each Cedarwood, Lavender, & Vetiver
Seed to Seal Story Collection

This collection includes exclusive 10 mL bottles of Lavender, Peppermint and Tea Tree - all of which are household staples! These three oils are expertly versatile and are ones we reach for daily.

Add Lavender and Tea Tree to your on-the-go wellness kit for the literal bumps in the road and make this simple, but effective Pavement Spray. The best part about this is that you don't have to rub it in onto tender skin! To a 2 oz glass or stainless steel spray bottle, add
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Frankincesne essential oil
  • 5 drops Myrrh or Helichrysm essential oil
  • 5 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • Fill with fractionated coconut oil
    Spray onto knees, elbows, any skin that needs some TLC.
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 20 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • Pinch of salt or splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Add Tea Tree to dryer balls and directly to your laundry soap to freshen up your laundry. You can also use it with Thieves Dish Soap as a stain pre-treatment.

Drop Tea Tree into any area where unwanted odors linger - inside of toilet tissue rolls, on a cloth inside the garage can, on floor mat in the car, in gym bags, running shoes, rubber boots, etc.

Add Lavender essential oil to your skincare routine. Try this Gentle Bentonite Clay Cleanser & Mask. Mix everything together and store in a glass jar.
  • 4 tbsp Bentonite clay
  • 1 tbsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp calendula powder
  • 2 tsp chamomile powder
  • 1/2 tsp Vitamin C powder
    To Use - Place a nickel size amount of powder in your palm. Add a drop or two of Lavender (option to add Roman Chamomile as well) and a little water to form a paste. Apply to face and neck and let sit for 2-5 minutes to cleanse or up to 10 as a mask. Rinse with warm water.
Use Lavender and Tea Tree in the DIY Goat Milk Soap and Bath Soak recipes above.

Add a drop of Peppermint to carrier oil and massage onto tense shoulder, temples, and back of the neck. You can also apply it to sore, tired muscles.

Keep Peppermint on hand in the car to help ease any unhappy bellies due to movement. Sniff directly from the bottle as needed.

Make Lavender a part of your bedtime routine. Diffuse, apply, massage onto shoulders, mix with water in a 2 oz glass spray bottle and spritz onto sheets.

Add all three oils to calm, uplift and purify your home and atmosphere.
  • Sniffles Ease: Peppermint, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon
  • Breathe Easy: Eucalyptus Radiata, Tea Tree, Lavender, Peppermint
  • Relax: Eucalyptus Radiata, Lavender, Lemon
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

How to Use Dec's Gifts with Purchase - 2021

How to use
December's Gifts with Purchase

December's gift with purchase is here, and it's packed with winter essentials for a fresh and festive home. Pine, Christmas Spirit, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, R.C., Thieves, and Frankincense are yours when you pace a qualifying order. And enjoy the gift of free shipping on all orders of 100 PV or more.

Celebrate togetherness with this December's gift with purchase.

And then check out the unique and incredible Holiday products for 2021! And then check out the  2021 Holiday Launch DIYs and the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide to make the most of these amazing items.

And don't forget to round up your order with the 'Dollar Up' option to donate to the Young Living Foundation. A few cents can go a long way!

Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Christmas Spirit Essential Oil Blend

Christmas Spirit is a blend of evergreen, citrus, and spice - with Northern Lights Black Spruce, Orange, and Cinnamon Bark. It is reminiscent of winter holidays to evoke memories of joy, happiness, comfort, and security.

Orange essential oil has a bright aroma that is believed to bring joy, peace, and happiness to those who possess it. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is the oil of wealth from the Orient. Black Spurce essential oil has an aromatic influence that brings a feeling of balance and grounding.

This is THE blend for the season, so no matter how you use it, make sure to have it around you this month.

Make a festive room spray. Fill a 2 oz glass spray bottle with:
  • 20 Drops of Christmas spirit
  • 10 drops Pine (optional)
  • A splash of witch hazel
  • fill the rest with water
Use this blend to process any grief or negative memories from years past.

Add 20 drops of Christmas Spirit to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a festive twist.

Add Christmas Spirit to your bath and shower gel or lotion for an instant boost of cheer and happiness.

Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season - and make a few for your friends and neighbors.

  • Make a Greenery Spray to refresh wreaths and garlands all season long. You can also use this as a room or upholstery spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle add:
  • 25 drops Christmas Spirit
  • 10 drops Pine
  • 5 Drops Clove
  • a splash of witch hazel
  • fill the rest with water
Add Christmas Spirit to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for a festive twist to cozy sheets.

Use Christmas Spirit to make DIY Laundry Scent Booster. This is also a fun handmade gift for a new homeowner or homemaker, especially paired with Thieves Laundry Caddy or a diffuser and your favorite diffuser blend. To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add:
  • 1.5 cup Epsom salt
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 30 drops Christmas Spirit essential oil blend
  • 15 drops Thieves essential oil blend (optional)
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Drop Christmas Spirit onto any porous decor for a passive diffuser. Think pine cones, wood slices, wooden trees, greenery, lava beads, etc. Just make sure to test an area for discoloration or place on the underneath of your decor. Alternatively, drop Christmas Spirit oil onto cotton rounds, tissues or small cloths and place in inconspicuous places - the bottom of trash cans, in air vents, inside drawers, etc.

Use Christmas Spirit in any of our favorite DIYs - sugar scrubs, coffee scrub, body butter, etc. Check out the Holiday Handbook blog post for lots of great DIY ideas!

Diffuse these blends - perfect of the season.
  • Mulled Cider: Christmas Spirit, Grapefruit, Clove, Lime
  • Tis the Season: Christmas Spirit, Pine, Tangerine
  • Winter Wonderland: Christmas Spirit, Vanilla
Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap

Make the brisk winter air come alive with the scent of Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, which is designed specifically for the winter season.

  • Place a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap in the guest bathroom for a festive twist.
  • Place a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap at the kitchen sink to bring out the scent of the season every time you wash your hands.
  • Pair a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap with a festive dish towel and a fresh rosemary plant for a meaningful host gift.
  • Pair a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap with a bottle of Thieves Household Cleaner, a bottle of Christmas Spirit essential oil blend and a 16 oz glass spray bottle for a wonderful natural home gift.
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!

Make scented fire starters for your cozy winter home and to gift to friends and neighbors. You'll need:
  • Yarn or twine
  • Large, foraged pinecones from the yard
  • Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Pine or Christmas Spirit essential oil blends
    Collect pine cones and lightly spritz them with diluted Thieves Household Cleaner to get rid of any unwanted pests. Allow to dry overnight.
    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.
    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 build one.
Make your artificial tree smell like the real thing with these simple hacks:
  • Add Pine essential oil to reed diffuser sticks and place in your tree
  • Drop Pine essential oil 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 Pine
  • 15 drops Idaho Blue Spruce or Northern Lights Black Spruce (optional)
  • A splash of witch hazel
  • fill the rest with water
Make and gift (or keep and use) this incredible Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
  • 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
  • 30 drops essential oil - Myrrh, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli, Pine
    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 and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
    Essential oils for a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
Whether your winter skin needs some TLC or you have a more acute need, make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm and use it frequently and liberally. Use whatever essential oils you have that are listed.
  • To about 1/4 jar of Rose ointment add:
  • 10 drops Pine essential oil
  • 8 drops Helichrysum
  • 8 drops Myrrh
  • 4 drops Frankincense
  • 4 drops Lavender
    Apply to needed area(s) 2-5 times a day. Frequency and consistency are crucial for these big needs.
Make a simple DIY Roll-on Cuticle Oil. This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Garndner's Hand Salve.
  • 1/2 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Pine essential oil
  • 5 drops Frankincense 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.
Use Pine essential oil in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home. Add 20 drops to Thieves Household Cleaner (option to add 20 drops of lemon as well).

Make a DIY Wood Polish
  • 1 cup Olive oil
  • 5 drops Pine essential oil
  • 5 drops Lemon essential oil
Diffuse Pine essential oil 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.

Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the shinto relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Pine essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • a carrier of your choice
Use Pine to make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes (below) or mix it with Lemon or Thieves.

Use this earthy tree oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season - and make a few for your friends and neighbors.
R..C. Essential Oil Blend

R.C. essential oil blend is a powerful combination of Cypress, Spruce, and three types of Eucalyptus oils (E. citriodora, E. globulus, and E. radiata) making it an all time favorite for the winter months. The initials sand for Respiratory Care, as this oil feels like a deep, cleansing breath.

Make a DIY Chest Rub
  • 1 cup solid coconut oil
  • 30 drops R.C. essential oil
  • 20 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
    Mix well and use on the chest, back and neck as desired.
    Optional - whip with a handheld or stand mixer for a fluffier consistency. You can also sub in shea butter for some of the coconut oil for a more moisturizing formula.
Add 15 drops of R.C. to a cup of magnesium flakes or Epsom salt for a relaxing bath.

Place drops of R.C. onto cotton rounds or small cloths and place them in inconspicuous area of your home, office, and even your car.

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 each R.C. and Lavender
  • 10 drops Tea Tree
  • Fill the rest with water
Add R.C. to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for fresh-scented laundry.

Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup Epsom salt
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds
  • muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 40 drops R.C. essential oil
    In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to throughly scent the moisture.
    Spoon the mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Place anywhere you want to add to a fresh lavender scent.
    Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oils.
Use R.C. to make DIY Laundry Scent Booster. This is also a fun handmade gift for a new homeowner or homemaker, especially paired with Thieves Laundry Caddy or a diffuser and your favorite diffuser blend. To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add:
  • 1.5 cup Epsom salt
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 30 drops R.C. essential oil blend
  • 15 drops Thieves essential oil blend (optional)
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Use this purifying blend to make DIY Cleaning Fizzies for yourself or a handmade gift.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 1/2 cup cornstrch
  • 4 tsp water
  • 40 drops R.C. essential oil (or Thieves or Pine)
  • 3 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or candy mold
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all 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 3/4 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 a glass jar, add:
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 40 drops R.C. essential oil (or Thieves or Pine with Lemon)
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 20 drops R.C. essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or splash of witch hazel
  • fill the rest with water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Diffuse this spa-inspired oil blends anytime your lungs need a little TLC or you need a quick trip to the spa. Bonus points for adding running the diffuser during a bath or shower to allow the steam to help open airways even more.
  • Breathe Easy - R.C. + Thieves + Peppermint
  • Relax - R.C. + Lavender + Lemon
  • Gather Together - R.C. + Tangerine + Lemongrass
  • Goodnight Moon - R.C. + Lavender + Thieves
  • 2021 - R.C. + Pine + Thieves + Lemon
Thieves Essential Oil Blend

Thieves essential oil is legendary blend of purifying essential oils, Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary, known for immune support and cleansing properties when taken internally. This oil is definitely one we want to have on hand this time of year.

Make a Daily Wellness Roller
  • 20 drops Thieves
  • 20 drops Pine
  • 20 drops Lemon
  • 10 drops Frankincense
  • 10 drops Oregon (optional)
  • fill with carrier oil of choice
    Apply over lymph nodes, along the spine, on the bottom of the feet a few times a day or more as desired.
Add a drop of Thieves to your toothpaste or mouthwash for naturally fresh breath.

Make these Detox Bath Salts to use all winter long and to gift to those you love. To a glass jar, add:
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • 1/2 cup Epsom salts
  • 30 drops Thieves essential oil
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil (optional)
  • dried lavender, rose buds, rosemary (optional)
    Mix well. If gifting or storing add 1/4 cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping.
Use this spicy-sweet blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
  • Make a few for your friends and neighbors
  • Check out the November DIY for all the details
Dilute and apply to the bottoms of your kid's feet in the morning and for a great day at school.

Add a few drops to your dishwater or dishwasher to eliminate orders and boost cleaning.

Use Thieves + Orange to make the Scented Pinecone Fire Starters (directions above).

Add a drop of Thieves to a cotton ball and place in a zip top bag with holiday cards to infuse them with the scent of Thieves.

Make Oil-Infused Bottle Brush Trees with Thieves Oil. The directions are laid out in the Holiday Handbook blog post.

Make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes above using Thieves or a mix of Thieves, Pine, R.C. or other favorites.

Add 3 drops of Thieves to organic wool dryer balls for festive laundry.

Ad a drop of Thieves Vitality to coffee grounds before brewing for a festive coffee or to hot cocoa for a spicy twist. (Thieves Vitality and Thieves essential oils are the same thing!)

Make a Thieves Tea to sip on before anytime for an immune boost. Add a drop of Thieves Vitality and Lemon Vitality to hot water in your favorite mug.

Diffuse this spicy-sweet blend all season long, and especially during and after gatherings.
  • Fresh Air - Thieves + R.C. + Tangerine or Orange
  • Sleep Tight - Thieves + Lavender + Vanilla
  • Lemon Cake - Thieves + Lemon + Vanilla
  • Blueberry Pie - Thieves + Valor
Find out more about Thieves in October's How to use Free with Purchase blog post.
Frankincense Essential Oil

Add Frankincense to your on-the-go wellness kit for the literal bumps in the road and make this simple, but effective Pavement Spray. The best part about this is that you don't have to rub it in onto tender skin. To a 2 oz glass or stainless steel spray bottle, add:
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Frankincense
  • 5 drops Myrrh or Helichrysum
  • 5 drops Tea Tree or Melrose
  • Fill with fractionated coconut oil
    Spray onto knees, elbows, any skin that needs some TLC.
Aromatically, it encourages spiritual awareness and is uplifting, making it wonderful addition to morning prayer, meditation or the mindful practices.
  • Diffuse with Frankincense and Tangerine
  • Apply a drop to the wrists and over the heart.
  • Apply a drop to the crown of the head.
Make a Meditation Roller to use during spiritual practices or even to help focus the mind. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Frankincense
  • 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.
Add to your favorite skincare products! Frankincense is an incredible skin oil. Add to your Orange Blossom, Bloom or Art Light moisturizer.

Make this DIY Glow Up Beauty Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Frankincense
  • 30 drops Blue Tansy
  • 10 droppersful CBD Beauty Boost (optional)
  • Fill with carrier of choice (jojoba, Argan, etc)
    Add any other skin-loving oils - Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Myrrh, Manuka, Rose
For extra glowy skin, add a roller top directly to your Frankincense and roll it over your face every evening before bed. (Note, if you are very new to essential oils, we'd recommend diluting with a carrier oil.)

Frankincense is an incredible oil for supporting skin and tissues during times of injury, such as a gift to new mamas. Use this oil for a relaxing and healing bath (or sitz bath), no matter who's skin needs some help. To make a Healing Bath Soak, mix together:
  • 1/4 cup Epsom salt
  • 3 drops Frankincese
  • 3 drops Myrrh
  • 1 drop Helichrysum
  • 1 tbsp organic arnica oil (optional)
    Sit and soak for 30 minutes or as long as desired
Make and gift (or keep and use) the Gardner's Hand Salve (recipe above under Pine) to anyone who works with their hands.

Add a drop of Frankincense to Thieves Mouthwash for excellent oral health and add a drop of Frankincense to 1 tbsp of organic coconut oil for oil pulling

Make a daily perfume or cologne roller with Frankincense:
  • Frankincense, Tangerine, Jasmine
  • Frankincense, Lavender, Tangerine, Vanilla
  • Frankincense, Vetiver, Bergamot
Make a daily Gratitude Roller:
  • 10 drops Valor
  • 7 drops Frankincense
  • 5 drops Joy
  • Top with a carrier oil and roll on liberty and frequently
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

The Basics - Where to Apply Your Oils

The Basics Series
Where to Apply Your Oils?

If you're not sure how to get started using essential oils and natural products, you're in the right place! Not only is site full of resources, recipes, DIYs, tips and tricks just for you, we've got you covered with this printable card that you can print out and keep right next to your oil stash or save directly to your phone.

Each Young Living essential oil bottle has dilution recommendations printed right on the label. Some oils that are very gentle, like Lavender and Copaiba, don't require dilution except for the most sensitive skin. Most oils will be diluted in equal parts with a carrier oil, like V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex, but some are 'hot' oils and can cause a tingling sensation if applied without a carrier. These include Thieves, Peppermint, and Oregano among others and are usually diluted more. Of course, you can always dilute more or less depending on your personal preference.

  • Energy & Focus - crown of your head, back of your neck, chest or forearms
  • Respiratory Support - behind your ears, down the spine, check, neck and throat
    Immune Support - down the spine, bottoms of the feet, Vitality oils internally
  • Restful Sleep - big toe, forearms, forehead, wrists
  • Focus - temples, back of neck, around your ears
  • Emotional support - rub oils in hands and breathe in deeply, over the heart, behind and on the ears
  • Overwhelm - lower back, back of neck, shoulders and neck
  • Digestion - 1-2 drops in the belly button, rub clockwise on the stomach
A couple of quick tips:
  • Add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment to your favorite, most used oils to make them convenient roll-ons. If you have an oil you like to dilute, wait until its 1/3 or 1/2 empty then add a carrier and a Roller Fitment.
  • Make your own roller blends using your favorite oils, carrier oils and empty 10 mL roller bottles (or empty 5 mL and 15 mL bottles too). This way you can easily take them with you wherever you go.
  • Keep pre-diluted blends on hand for all ages in your household.
  • Pair topical use of your oils with diffusing and internal use, especially for acute needs.
Print this guide and keep it handy!

And if you're looking for supplies to make some of your favorite DIYs, check out my The Basics - DIY Supplies List for a list of where to purchase some of our favorite DIY supplies.

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

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

The Holiday Handbook 2021

The 2021 Holiday Handbook

Fill your diffuser with Vanilla and Christmas Spirit and grab a mug of peppermint cocoa because it's time to get festive. No matter what holiday (if any!) you celebrate this time of year, these fun and festive recipes, DIYs and diffuser blends are certain to create a cozy welcoming winter home using the unique and healthy items in the 2021 Holiday Catalog. Doing some gifting? Check out the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for some great combos to git health and wellness to your family and friends. 
Under the Mistletoe Breath Spray

This little bottle will be your mistletoe BFF! Perfect to pack in your purse, backpack, or even stash in your car, this simple breath spray will h ave your breath feeling fresh whenever you need it. To a 10 mL glass spray bottle, add:
  • 3 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
  • 2 drops Spearmint Vitality essential oil
  • 1 tsp Thieves Mouthwash, optional
Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth as desired.

Candy Cane Lip Scrub
This simple lip scrub is perfect for all the mistletoe moments this season.
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 5 drops Vanilla oleoresin
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil**
Combine essential oils and coconut oil, then add in sugar. Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a dry towel. Store in a glass jar. **To make this extra special and creamy, whip the coconut oil in a stand mixer or handheld mixer until its fluffy.

Winter Nights Holiday Body Scrub
If the North Pole had a signature scent, this would be it. This simple KIY leaves your skin silky smooth and its dreamy winter scent is perfect for the season. Make it for yourself or package it up with a cute ribbon and gift it to a friend.
  • 1/4 cup organic fractionated coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 15 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Vanilla oleoresin
Mix Winter Nights and Vanilla with fractionated coconut oil in a glass container, then add organic cane sugar to the bowl and stir until combined. To use, massage into skin in a circular motion and rinse well. After exfoliating, moisturize with Young Living's Winter Nights Hand and Body Lotion.

Peppermint Latte Coffee Scrub
This simple DIY is always a crowd pleaser and is great for winter hands, especially when followed with the Very Vanillamint Body Butter.
  • 1 cup organic ground coffee
  • 1 cup cane sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Vanilla Oleoresin (or Eos of choice - Cardamom, Thieves, etc)
  • small glass jars
Mix coffee grounds and sugar together, then add melted coconut oil and essential oils. Mix well and place in a glass jar. Top with burlap and tie with twine and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a festive gift.

Vanillamint Body Butter
There really is no substitute for the Very Vanillamint set from Young Living, but if you missed the ordering deadline, this DIY is your next best bet.
  • 8-12 ounce glass container
  • 1/2 cup solid refined, organic coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup organic mango butter (or a mix of shea butter and mango butter)
  • 1/2 cup organic jojoba oil
  • 5 drops Spearmint essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 15 drops Vanilla essential oil
Place coconut oil and shea butter in a bowl and whip with a handheld or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth. Slowly add in the jojoba oil, then essential oils, mixing as you add.  Whip for about 5 minutes or so. The longer you mix, the fluffier it will become.

Easy DIY Bath Bombs
If you missed out on the new Sweet Maple and KidScents Bath Bombs or want to DIY-it for a custom scent, this recipes for you.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 2 tbsp epsom salts
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 20-30 drops essential oil(s) of choice (see some suggested pairings below)
  • 1 tsp water or more if necessary
  • Silicone molds or large ice cream scoop
In a large bowl combine backing soda, citric acid, and Epsom salts. Stir well. In a smaller bowl combine coconut oil and essential oils. Slowly whisk wet ingredients into dry. It should reach a crumbly consistently.

Your mixture is ready when you can mold it into a shape and it sticks without coming apart. If it is too crumbly, add in water, 1 tsp at a time. Mixture should be dry but able to hold a shape. To shape your bath bombs either pack them into your molds or a large ice cream scoop. Leave in the molds overnight, then remove carefully and place on a baking sheet to dry.

Oil pairing ideas:
  • Peppermint + Vanilla
  • Lavender + Peppermint
  • Lavender + Vanilla
  • Eucalyptus + Lemon
  • Believe + Vanilla
  • Gratitude + Tangerine
DIY Room Sprays

This simple DIY will make your home feel cozy and makes a lively gift paired with a fresh rosemary plant, a festive dish towel, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap or a fresh fir wreath.
  • Winter Solstice - 10 drops each Thieves + Idaho Blue Spruce + Vanilla
  • Holly Jolly - 10 drops each Tangerine + Christmas Spirit or Winter Nights
  • Silent Night - 10 drops each Lavender + Frankincense + Valor
  • Baking Cookies - 10 drops each Thieves + Vanilla
  • Frosted Forest - 10 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 5 drops each Pine + Cedarwood + Peppermint
  • Twisted Peppermint - 10 drops each Peppermint + Vanilla + Ylang Ylang
Add essential oils to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add a splash of witch hazel and top with water. Spritz on all the things!

Winter Wonderland Tree Spray
Here is a spray that you can spritz on your trees, garlands (Fresh or artificial) and stockings to make things smell festive and cozy. to a 2 oz spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • 10 drops of Cedarwood
  • 7 drops of Orange
  • 5 drops of Cinnamon
Fill the bottle with witch hazel, vodka or water and shake before each spray. Spritz everywhere for a festive tree scent.

DIY Chai Spice and Candy Cane Forest Hand Soaps
We can't get enough of creating custom hand soap scents. These are a fun way to cozy up your home, make great host gifts and are simple to whip up to accompany the changing of the seasons. Chai Spice is lovely for the Thanksgiving season and Candy Cane Forest is wonderful for winter or holidays.
Add essential oils, Vitamin E oil and Castile Soap to the bottle, then top with water leaving 1" at the top.
  • Chai Spice - 6 drops Cardamom + 4 drops each Cinnamon Bark + Clove + Ginger + Vanilla
  • Candy Cane Forest - 10 drops Peppermint + 5 drops each Vanilla + Ylang Ylang
Holiday Spice Wool Dryer Balls
There's something about the smell of warm fresh laundry directly from the dryer - especially when combining Thieves Laundry Soap and essential oil infused wool dryer balls.

Add 4-5 drops of essentials to each dryer ball. Essential oils of choice:
  • Christmas Spirit
  • Peppermint + Vanilla
  • Cinnamon Bark + Orange
  • Stress Away + Peppermint
  • Cardamom + Orange
Let the dryer balls air dry for about an hour or to speed up the process you can dry them alone. This will allow the oil to absorb into the wool and not transfer to your clothes. When it's time to dry your clothes, toss the dryer balls into the dryer with your clothing. Refresh the oils every 4-5 loads or more often if you prefer a stronger sent. (Life hack - add essential oils to your dryer balls when you're done with laundry so they are ready for next week!)

Scented Holiday Cards
This simple holiday hack will give your family and friends (and your postal carrier) an instant jolt of goodness retrieving your cards from the mail.
  • Printed Holiday Cards and Envelopes
  • A gallon zip lock bag
  • Cotton balls or pads
  • Our favorite essentials oils. We recommend Christmas Spirit, Joy, Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Orange or any combination
Place a few drops of oil on a cotton ball or pad in the zip lock bag. Add your cards to the bag and zip closed overnight.

DIY Oil Infused Bottle Brush Trees
Give your bottle brush trees a little something extra this year - infuse them with festive essential oils.
  • Large pitcher or jar (bit enough for your trees)
  • Distilled water
  • Witch hazel
  • Oils of your choice. We love Believe, Christmas Spirit, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Winter Nights, Orange or Pine
  • Bottle Brush trees
Fill the jar or pitcher almost full of water and add a splash of witch hazel. Add about 20-30 drops of oil and stir with a silicone or metal spoon. Hold your tree upside down for about a minute in the water, then take it out and let it air dry.

Spiced Orange and Cranberry Garland
This is one of our favorite things to do every year. it is beautiful, smells amazing, adds a festive touch to any room and is so easy to make.
  • About 5 oranges or a mix of oranges, clementines and grapefruit for varied sizes and colors.
  • Essential oils - Christmas Spirit, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla, Clove, Believe, Thieves
  • Fresh cranberries and cinnamon sticks
Slice your oranges in circles to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness and arrange them on a non-stick surface or parchment paper. Pour 2-3 drops of essential oils on each slice, then set them in a cool oven and turn the temperature onto the closet setting your oven will allow. (If your oven does not go below 300, et it there and use a wooden spoon to prop the oven open slightly and allow some heat to dissipate.)

Leave the slices in the oven for about 5 hours, then shut the oven off and leave the oranges in overnight or until completely cool. They will be fairly dry, but will continue to dry out over time. You don't want to over dry them in the oven because they can start to burn. If you have a dehydrator, you can use the fruit setting to make the dry the citrus slices.

Once they are dry, string them with some twine, alternating with a few varying sized slices and add a cranberry or two, a tied cinnamon stick - whatever you like. Hang them in your home for some delicious smelling holiday cheer.
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Winter Candle Dupes

It's not just visible decorations that evoke warm, welcoming winter feelings, its the scents as well - cinnamon, spruce, orange, and spice. We ditched the toxic candles for oils years ago, so here are our top 9 candle-inspired favorites!

  • Mulled Cider - 4 Christmas Spirit + 2 Grapefruit + 2 Clove + 3 Bergamot
  • Fresh Balsam - 4 Idaho Balsam Fir + 3 Cedarwood + 2 Eucalyptus
  • Frosted Cranberry - 4 Cinnamon Bark + 4 Stress Away + 3 Ylang Ylang
  • Twisted Peppermint - 4 Peppermint + 3 Idaho Balsam Fir + 3 Vanilla
  • Marshmallow Fireside - 4 Stress Away + 2 Clove + 2 Nutmeg + 2 Lemon + 2 Peppermint
  • Tree Farm - 3 Northern Lights Black Spruce + 4 Idaho Blue Spruce + 2 Pine + 3 Bergamot
  • Tis the Season - 4 Frankincense + 3 Cinnamon Bark + 3 Orange
  • Fireside - 4 Pachouli + 2 Tangerine + 3 Vetiver + 2 Orange
  • Candle Apple Fruitcake - 4 Christmas Spirit + 3 Orange + 2 Peppermint + 3 Vanilla
Diffuser Blends for Gathering
It's the season of gatherings and get together, so fill your diffusers with any of these blends to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests.

  • Warm Welcome - 2 drops each Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Orange, Clove, Cinnamon Bark
  • Powder Room - 5 Bergamot + 2 Orange + 2 Nutmeg + 1 Clove
  • Fireside Chats - 4 Ylang Ylang + 4 Vetiver + 2 Cinnamon Bark
  • Around the Table - 4 Orange + 2 Cinnamon Bark
  • Grandma's Kitchen - 4 Christmas Spirit + 4 Lemon + 2 Stress Away
  • Goodbye Hug - 4 Lavender + 4 Northern Lights Black Spruce + Orange
Christmas Movie Diffuser Blends
Colder weather and cozy homes are the perfect thing for curling up by the fire with your favorite movie. Try one of these holiday movie inspired blends.

  • Elf - Vanilla, Orange, Peppermint
  • Its a Wonderful Life - Frankincense, Joy
  • Miracle on 34th Street - Idaho Blue Spruce, Cinnamon Bark, Orange, Vanilla
  • The Polar Express - Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark, Lemon
  • Charlie Brown Christmas - Wintergreen, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla, Orange
  • Christmas Vacation - Stress Away, Peppermint, Vanilla
  • How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Peppermint, Spearmint, Vanilla
  • Home Alone - Clove, Vanilla, Cardamom, Orange
  • Love Actually - Joy, Bergamot, Orange
  • The Holiday - Christmas Spirit, Vanilla
  • The Family Stone - Frankincense, Peppermint, Vanilla
Roller Blends

How about a few happiest holiday rollerball recipes? Make these for yourself and make a few for some friends. Take a minute to make up some rollerballs so that you have them on hand when you need them.

All recipes are for a 10 mL roller bottle. Add essential oils and top with a carrier oil. Optional - double the drops of oil for a stronger scent.

  • Gather Roller (a great perfume for gatherings and sharing with friend)
    10 Lavender, 8 Northern Lights Black Spruce, 7 Frankincense, 3 Cinnamon Bark
  • All is Calm Roller (Great for a peaceful night of sleep - roll onto temples and wrists)
    10 drops each Lavender, Vanilla, Valor
  • Joy to the World (wear this as perfume on your neck or wrists to combat the hustle and bustle of the season)
    10 drops each Joy, Tangerine, White Angelica + 5 drops Vanilla
  • Do you Believe Roller (a lovely, festive perfume blend that supports all the emotions this time of year can bring)
    15 Believe, 10 drops each Idaho Grand Fir, Lavender, Tangerine
  • Winter Wellness Roller (stay well this holiday season, roll this on spines and bottoms of feet daily)
    15 drops each Thieves, Lemon, Frankincense + 10 drops Oregano or ImmuPower
  • Planes, Trains and Automobiles Roller (this roller is your best friend if the motion of travel makes your belly uneasy)
    15 drops each Peppermint, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Radiata
  • Easy on the Eggnog Roller (upset tummies from too much sugar around the holidays? Roll this one right around the belly button)
    15 drops each DiGize, Peppermint, Lemon
  • Son of a Nutcracker Roller (too much wine at the holiday party last night? Roll this on your temples and back of neck for some relief)
    15 drops M-Grain, 10 drops each Peppermint and PanAway, 1 dropperful of CBD Drops
Festive Food & Drink

Whether you are hosting family and friends, having a night at home with your family or just want a little something fun and festive in your day, try out these delicious food and drink recipes!

Peppermint Brownies
This might be the simplest essential oil recipe ever - just add 4 to 5 drops of Peppermint Vitality essential oil to your favorite brownie recipe (from scratch or even a box) after you add the wet ingredients and bake as desired. Once cooled, use your favorite holiday cookie cutters to create fun shapes.

Optional - top your brownies with a layer of chocolate frosting (with or without a few drops of Peppermint Vitality) or powdered sugar. These are fun to make for parties, neighbors, or just because.

Peppermint Mocha
  • 2 cups strongly brewed coffee or espresso
  • 2 cups milk of your choice
  • 1/4 cup cacao powder (you can also use 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 3 oz dark chopped chocolate)
  • 4 tbsp maple syrup or raw honey
  • 3-4 drops Peppermint Vitality
Pour milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Whisk in the cocoa powder (or whatever chocolate you're using) and the maple syrup. Bring to a Bol, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes, whisking as needed until smooth.

Remove from the heat and when slightly cooled, add 2 drops of Peppermint Vitality (the flavor is bold, so start with 2 drops and add more if you want). Place the peppermint cocoa mixture and the coffee in a Vitamin or other high-powered blender (or use a handheld frother) and blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until frothy. Divide into 4 mugs, top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or both.

Eggnog Chai
  • Chai tea bag and water to prepare it
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality
  • ground cinnamon
Prepare Chai tea according to directions. Heat eggnog on the stove or in the microwave unit it's hot to your liking. Once the tea is prepared and the eggnog is heated, combine in a mug and let cool slightly, then add the essential oils.

Use a hand-held frother, blender, or electric milk frother to combine. This serves one, so you can double or triple it if you need to, top with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and enjoy. You can easily make this with coffee and can add sweetener to taste (like honey or maple syrup if you want).

Homemade Hot Cocoa
"Tis the season for Jack Frost nipping at your nose! Wind down and warm up with your favorite mug brimming with homemade hot chocolate. You can add any Vitality oil to your recipe, but these are our favorites:

Pumpkin Spice Hot cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of your choice
  • 8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality essential oil
  • 1 drop Clove Vitality essential oil
Lavender Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of choice
  • 8 tbsp unsweetened coca powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 tsp honey, or more to taste
  • 4 drops Lavender Vitality essential oil
Peppermint Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of choice
  • 8 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1tsp honey, or more to taste
  • 2 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Champurrado Mexican Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of your choice
  • 1/2 cup honey or agave
  • 2 Mexican chocolate tablets
  • 3/4 cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 2 drops Orange Vitality essential oil
For all recipes - Heat all ingredients except oils in a pot over the stove, until just hot. Don't boil. Remove from heat, add the essential oils and stir to combine. Serve in your most festive mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, a candy cane, or all of it.

Holiday Mocktails
If you're having a party this season, these cocktail recipes are sure to impress. Family and guests will be so smitten with their look and taste that they won't even miss the alcohol!

NingXia Red Rosemary Mule
Pour all ingredients into a copper mug full of crushed ice. Stir well to mix and garnish with a spring of rosemary.
  • 2 oz NingXia Red
  • 6 oz ginger beer
  • 1 drop Rosemary Vitality
  • Rosemary spring
Holiday Mary
Salt the rim of a highball or old-fashioned glass. Fill with ice and set aside. Squeeze a lemon wedge into a shaker and drop it in. Add tomato juice, Vitality oils, a dash of hot sauce to taste, and ice to the shaker. Shake gently to mix. Strain into prepared glass and garnish with celery or your favorite toppings.
(The toothpick method allows you to get a more subtle flavor with the Vitality oils. Simply dip a toothpick in the top of the bottle and swirl through your ingredients.)
  • Lemon wedges
  • Sea salt
  • 6 oz tomato juice
  • 1 drop Black Pepper Vitality
  • Toothpick swirl of Lime Vitality
  • Toothpick swirl of Celery Seed Vitality
  • Toothpick swirl of Lemon Vitality
  • 1 drop hot sauce, to taste
  • Celery stick (optional)
Cranberry Mojito
In a tall, sturdy glass, place a few mint leaves, the sweetener, a squeeze of lime, and the essential oils. Use a muddler to crush the leaves and combine the flavors. Add ice to the glass. Pour a splash of cranberry juice and stir. Fill a glass to the top with NingXia Zyng. Garnish with cranberries, more mint leaves and a lime wedge.
  • Mint leaves
  • 1 tsp honey or sweetener of choice
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitalty
  • 1 drop Lime Vitality
  • Splash of cranberry juice
  • 1 can NingXia Zyng
  • Fresh cranberries
  • Lime wedges
NingXia Red Punch
In a punch bowl, pour NingXia Red, apple cider, pomegranate juice, and honey. Add fruit and cinnamon sticks and mix well. Cover and chill in the fridge until ready to serve. The longer the fruit soaks in the liquid, the more flavors will combine. Serve in short glasses garnished with more apple slices, pomegranate seeds, and cinnamon stick stirrers.
1 bottle of NingXia Red
  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup
  • Sliced apples
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Cinnamon Sticks
Spiced Cinnamon Cider
A steaming mug of cider is the perfect remedy to cold, wintry days. Serve it after a day of sledding or an evening of caroling to warm up guests from he inside out.

Add all ingredients to a large pot and stir to combine. Heat until simmering, and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve warm in a mug. Garnish with sliced oranges and cinnamon sticks.
  • 8 cups apple juice or cider
  • 4 cups orange juice
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 9 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality
  • 6 drops Cardamom Vitality
  • 4 drops Clove Vitality
  • 4 drops Nutmeg Vitality
  • 3 drops Citrus Fresh Vitality
  • Sliced oranges
  • Cinnamon sticks
Holiday Gifting

Our favorite gift ideas for everyone on the nice list! These also make great stocking stuffers or small gifts for neighbors, teachers, hosts, etc.

Pro Tip: Buy a 3 pack of foaming hand soap, the Under the Mistletoe Lip Balm Set, or the Sweet Maple Bath Bombs set to save money and time. Three gifts in one when you separate the sets.

For more gift ideas, check out this Holiday Gift Guide blog post.

  • Lavender essential oil + eyelash curler
  • Lime Vitality + Cocktail Shaker
  • Gentle Baby + Swaddle Blanket
  • Peppermint Vitality + Coffee mug + homemade powder cocoa mix (see above)
  • Purification essential oil blend + wool dryer balls
  • Cinnamon bark + festive tea towel
  • Thieves essential oil blend + loose leaf tea
  • Rosemary Vitalty + olive oil + measuring cups/spoons
  • Lemon Vitality + glass water bottle
  • Peppermint essential oil + cork yoga mat
  • Stress Away roll-on + good book or movie
  • Joy essential oil blend + diffuser jewelry
  • Christmas Spirit essential oil blend + ornament
  • Winter Nights or Christmas Spirit Foaming Hand Soap + festive hand towel
  • Sweet Maple Bath Bomb + cozy socks or slippers + lip balm
  • Lip balm + beanie or headband
Simple Crafts for the Holidays

Whether your kiddos are out of school for a few weeks or you just want some simple, fun activities for the season here are some of our favorite festive crafts to do together this season.

This simple craft gets everyone outdoors and can even be a school project with just a little imagination. It makes a lovely oil tray ro a handmade gift.

  • Air dry clay
  • Craft paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Craft paint + brushes
  • Modge lodge gloss or other sealer
  • Various leaves from your yard
Cut out a piece of air dry clay, then roll it out onto craft paper to about 1/2 inch thick, making sure your leaf will fit. Then press your leaf (vein side down) onto the clay. Remove the leaf from the clay, cut around the outline with a knife, then remove the excess clay from around the imprint.

Go around the perimeter of the leaf and gently press the sides up and in to create a small edge. Allow the clay to air dry and harden on a baking rack for 24 hours. Next Paint! Once the paint is dry, cover with a coat of modge lodge gloss, then dry for 24 hours. After the sealer is dry, have your children sign the back and write the year.

Essential Oil Infused Play Dough
This is a fun one to get your children to make with you OR to make and surprise them with after school.
  • 2 cups flour (can use gluten-free if desired)
  • 1 cup salt
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tbsp olive or coconut oil
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 5 drops essential oil - Lavender, Peace & Calming, Tangerine, Believe
  • Natural food coloring - Optional
Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, oil, and water in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the dough has reached the right consistency.

Let cool, split into 3 balls, and knead in essential oils and optional food coloring until it is distributed evenly throughout each ball of play dough. Store in airtight container.

We hope you enjoy this Holiday Handbook. May your days be merry and bright!

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

Cinnamon Bark Oil Spotlight - Oct 2021


Cinnamon Bark

Oil Spotlight for October

Cinnamon Bark essential oil has a warm, spicy aroma that is inviting, especially during the Autumn Season.


Cinnamon Bark cleanses the air, creates a warming sensation on the skin when applied topically, and contains antioxidants that help support the immune system and general wellness. Overall, it is a staple essential oil for every household.

Each month we focus on using an oil everyday to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in October. My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.

Cinnamon Bark AT A Glance

  • Has a warm, spicy, inviting aroma
  • Eliminates orders when used aromatically
  • creates a warming sensation when applied topically
  • Has the highest known ORAC value
  • Strong antioxidant
  • Part of the Botanical Family Lauraceae (Laurel family)
Native to Sri Lanka, Ceylon cinnamon, or true cinnamon, is a tall leafy bush that produces fragrant bark and leaves. A member of the laurel family, it is well know the world over as an aromatic culinary spice. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is steam distilled from the inner bark of the tree and has a warm, spicy aroma that evokes memories of the holidays when diffused.

Cinnamon Bark Vitality contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support when taken as a dietary supplement.

Note: Cinnamon Bark and Cinnamon Bark Vitality are the same essential oil, simply labeled differently to comply with FDA standards.

Key Constituents - Cinnamaldehyde


Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants, such as polyphenols. Antioxidants are a huge bolster to health since so much of our modern life can create oxidative stress in the body. In a study that compared the antioxidant activity of 26 spices, cinnamon wound up as the clear winner, even outranking "superfoods" like garlic and oregano!

Antioxidants also help support the body's response to inflammation, which plays a role in almost all chronic diseases. Cinnamon can also support healthy cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels - making it a wonderful tool for our health.

Check out these references:

Daily Habits with Cinnamon Bark

Dilute Cinnamon Bark with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it on your feet for a warming massage that supports healthy circulation and tired muscles.


Add Cinnamon Bark to a daily Wellness Roller and use over the spine and lymph nodes daily. To a 10 mL roller, add:
  • 10 drops each Cinnamon Bark, Oregano, Frankincense, Lemon and RC or Raven
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Add a couple drops of Cinnamon Bark to your favorite perfume roller for a warm, spicy undertone:
  • Joy + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
  • Jasmine + Neroli + Stress Away + Cinnamon Bark
  • Ylang Ylang + Lavender + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
Uses for Cinnamon Bark Vitality: 
  • Add a drop of Cinnamon Bark Vitality to your daily NingXia Red for an extra boost.
  • Elevate your fruit smoothie or green drink with a drop of Cinnamon Bark Vitality and benefit from its antioxidant properties. 
  • Add some spice to your coffee or tea. Add a drop or two of Cinnamon Bark Vitality to coffee grounds before brewing or add a drop to honey before stirring into warm tea or water. 
  • And you can use Cinnamon Bark Vitality in your baking recipes in place of ground cinnamon.
  • Take Cinnamon Bark Vitality as a dietary supplement to help support a healthy immune system.
Drop Cinnamon Bark oil onto pinecones, garlands, and other seasonal decor to create a simple passive diffuser.

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte:
  • 1 cup organic coconut or almond milk
  • 1.5 tbsp organic pureed pumpkin
  • 1 tbsp organic vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp raw organic honey (optional)
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • a pinch of nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup strong coffee or expresso (already brewed)
  • a pinch of cocoa powder
  • coconut whipped cream (optional)
    Combine milk, pureed pumpkin, and raw organic honey in a saucepan over medium heat until the coconut milk is bubbling and steaming. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour into the bottom half of a coffee cup, then pour in the coffee or espresso on top. Garnish with a dollop of coconut whip cream and a sprinkle of cacao powder.

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 warm, spicy scent of Cinnamon Bark with us this month!

  • Autumn Breeze: 3 drops Orange, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 1 drop Clove, 1 drop Nutmeg
  • Coffee Shop: 4 drops Stress Away, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Tangerine
  • Pumpkin Spice: 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Orange, 2 drops Nutmeg, 1 drop Ginger
Join us in using Cinnamon Bark essential oil daily to create great daily habits that support our overall health - physical, mental, and emotional.

Want to try Cinnamon Bark 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

NingXia Red Product Spotlight - Sept 2021

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About NingXia Red!

It's no secret that we are crazy about NingXia Red, and here are all there reasons why. NingXia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement drink made from wolberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, arena  and pomegranate juices, grape seed extract, Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon and Orange essential oils, stevia and pure vanilla extract for flavor.


Besides the great taste, NingXia Red has some amazing health benefits. It has the highest known protection against the dangerous superoxide free radicals, as documented in the S-ORAC test conducted by Brunswick Laboratories.

Let's talk antioxidants. That word gets thrown around a lot as we discuss wellness, but what does it really mean? Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products), which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals.

NingXia Red is rich in ellagic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it has 18 animo acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and vitamins B1, B2, B3 and E. It is an excellent whole-food source of nutrients that gives energy and strength to the body without harmful stimulants. It also has an amazing low glycemic index of 11 that does not spike the blood sugar levels.

In Short, NingXia Red:
  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
  • Energy support
  • HUGE source of antioxidants
  • Support brain and join health
  • Support healthy hormone levels
  • Support healthy blood sugar levels
  • Can help curb sugar cravings
Why do we Love it?
Why are we so huge on our NingXia Red? Because, honestly, we're better people when we drink it. Sound a little far-fetch?

Think about it...
Do cars run better when fueled by the right gas? Why do we expect our bodies to run on second-rate, pressed, non-fuel? We get work out, our digestive systems get tired, our cells get dirty, and we need something we can assimilate quickly and easily to go to work. NingXia Red gives our bodies the boost we need.

Who should use NingXia Red? Everyone!
We love 2 ounces daily for kids and 2-4 ounces daily for adults.

Yummy Recipes:
NingXia Immune Booster - Fill a glass with the following
  • 1/3 full with organic apple juice (or water)
  • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 tsp organic elderberry syrup (make your own and infuse it with essential oils!)
NingXia Spritzer - add to a glass and stir:
  • 1 can sparkling water in your favorite flavor
  • 1/3 to 1/2 bottle of kombucha
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • 1-2 drops citrus vitality oils (Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Lime, etc)

NingXia Lunchbox

Freeze your NingXia packets, then pack in your kid's lunchbox. Doubles as an ice pack! Add in a cute straw and its a fun and healthy lunchtime treat.

Join us as we boost our overall wellness and develop healthy daily habits with NingXia Red everyday this month. 

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

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

Gift with Purchase! - Sept 2021

September's gifts with Purchase


Creating a solid health and wellness routine with this month's gift with purchase! Boost your pre-workout drink with the bright taste of Orange Vitality, Citrus Fresh Vitality, and Lemon Vitality. Turn a refreshing smoothie into a healthful treat with Copaiba Vitality, DiGize Vitality or Endoflex Vitality.

Finally, prep for a moment session with Longevity Vitality and Life 9 Probiotic to boost overall wellness, especially this time of year. To top it off, YL Vitality Drops in Lavender Lemonade and Grapefruit Bergamot flavors are here to help you stay hydrated as you reach your healthy lifestyle goals.

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the How to Use September's Gift with Purchase blog.

Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up in my mailbox with fun freebies inside!

Freebies During the Month of September


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. You worry about creating a wonderful health routine and let Young Living cover the cost of your deliveries.


190 PV Orders

With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL LEMON VITALITY, CITRUS FRESH VITALITY, and DIGIZE VITALITY! If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL ORANGE VITALITY and COPAIBA VITALITY.


LEMON VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Zest it up! Add some sparkle to your daily routine by putting 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality in a vegetarian gel capsule and taking with a meal. Or simply add a couple drops to your water as you sip throughout the day.
  • Make breakfast fun. Blend a drop in pancake or waffle batter and top your breakfast with fresh fruit for a healthy meal that tastes like lemon-poppyseed cake. Or add a few drops to a smoothie for a bright, fresh twist.

CITRUS FRESH VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Season like a boss. Use Citrus Fresh Vitality in recipes such as fruit salads, salad dressings, and marinades to enhance the flavor.
  • Personalize your beverages. Add 1-2 drops of Citrus Fresh Vitality to every 2 ounces of your favorite fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies - even water!
DIGIZE VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Take with you on the go. When road tripping, enhance your traveling experience by adding a few drops of DiGize Vitality to your water bottle.
  • Time for tea! Make a soothing tea with antioxidant properties by adding and DiGize Vitality.
  • Add support your digestion by putting 1-2 drops of DiGize Vitality in a vegetarian gel capsule.
ORANGE VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Boost your cooking. Use Orange Vitality in sweet or savory dishes for added flavor and zest in a healthy life.
  • Hydrate like royalty. Add Orange Vitality to your drinking water after a run to give it a burst of flavor.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
COPAIBA VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Post-workout routine. Add Copaiba Vitality to Pure Protein Complete or your favorite protein drink. Or simply add Copaba Vitality to a vegetarian capsule to support overall join and muscle health every day.
  • Flavor it up! Add Copaiba Vitality to your favorite smoked salmon or smoked meat recipes.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free LAVENDER LEMONADE VITALITY DROPS, a 5 mL ENDOFLEX VITALITY, a 5 mL LONGEVITY VITALITY and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!


ENDOFLEX VITALTIY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Get rid of grime. When you travel agenda looks a little more plans and trains and less automobiles, use these wipes to spruce up public spaces with one swipe.
  • Fight the sticky! Clean up messy fingers with these plant-based wipes or give your work desk a post-lunch pampering with a quick wipe down.
LONGEVITY VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Keep grooving. Add a little movement to your day by dancing around to a few favorite tunes, then hydrate by adding Longevity Vitality to a cool glass of water. Or simply add to a vegetarian capsules to support overall longevity and immunity.
  • Treat yourself. After a hard day burning calories, take time for a breather and pour yourself a cup of tea with a few drops of Longevity Vitality.
LAVENDER LEMONADE YL Vitality Drops
  • Add some delish. After setting a personal record at the gym, cool down with a drink infused with flavorful Lavender Lemonade YL Vitality Drops.
  • Sweeten the deal. Add a great taste to an ordinary glass of water, plus get an extra boost of trace minerals when you add YL Vitality Drops to your daily hydration routine.

300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free bottle of LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC and all of the abovewith FREE SHIPPING!


LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC

  • Go pro with probiotics. Support your healthy lifestyle by moving your body, eating a balanced diet, and taking Life 9 to promote healthy digestion as well as overall health and immunity.
  • Support your systems. Add taking a Life 9 pill to your daily multivitamins and supplements for an extra boost of probiotics.
GRAPEFRUIT BERGAMOT YL Vitality Drops
  • Up your hydration game. Add a few drops of YL Vitality Drops to your water bottle for a yummy taste that will encourage you to keep sipping throughout the day.
  • Boost your body. After a hard workout, add some YL Vitality Drops to your green smoothie for a kick of flavor and extra electrolytes.

For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in September. Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.


Want to get the most out of your new oils? Check out these posts on the Lavender Life Blog:
Not sure what to do to get these freebies? Click here to get started.

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

How to Use Sept's Gifts with Purchase - 2021

Wondering How to use your
September Gifts with Purchase?

Do you ever see the monthly freebies Young Living so generously offers us, and wonder, "But what would I do with that?" Well, we've got you covered with these simple tips and DIYs for how to use the freebies.

Create a solid health and wellness routine with September's Gifts with Purchase. Boost your pre-workout drink with the bright taste of Orange Vitality, Citrus Fresh Vitality, and Lemon Vitality. Turn a refreshing smoothie into healthful treat with Copaiba Vitality, DiGize Vitality, or EndoFlex Vitality. Finally, prep for a movement session with Longevity Vitality and Life 9 to boost overall wellness, especially this time of year. To top it off, YL Vitality Drops in Lavender Lemonade and Grapefruit Bergamot flavors are here to help you stay hydrated as you reach your healthy lifestyle goals.

Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Lemon Vitality Essential Oil

Give your morning routine a healthy boost with Lemon Avocado Toast.
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1-2 slices of your favorite bread
  • Mash avocado lightly in a bowl and add
    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
    • 1-2 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
    • salt & pepper to taste
  • Toast the bread, then spread the seasoned avocado on top. Add a fried egg if desired or enjoy as is.
Start your day with some gentle liver and immune system support:
  • Add a drizzle of honey (optional) to the bottom of a mug, add 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality essential oil, then fill with warm (not boiling) water.
  • This is also a great practice when defenses start to go down if you're feeling the need for some respiratory support that the colder months often require.
  • Added bonus if you add a drop of Thieves Vitality and Copaiba Vitality for more health benefits!
Add some zest to your salads and marinades by adding a few drops of Lemon Vitality to the mix. Try this simple Dijon Vinaigrette with Lemon, Orange, or even Citrus Fresh Vitality:
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp organic dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vingar
  • 2-3 drops Orange, Lemon, or Citrus Fresh Vitality
  • 1-2 tbsp honey or another sweetener to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
    Mix all ingredients well with a whisk and use as desired. Shake gently before use.
Mix up you daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Lemon Vitality is the exact same oil as Lemon essential oil, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That leash you can use Lemon Vitality the same way you would Lemon essential oil - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
Citrus Fresh Vitality Essential Oil

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Citrus Fresh Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Citrus Fresh, Lemon, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Add a drop or two of Citrus Fresh Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a fresh twist.

Add Citrus Fresh Vitality to your salad dressings or marinades for a delicious citrus flavor.

Citrus Fresh Vitality is the exact same oil as Citrus Fresh essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Citrus Fresh Vitality the same way you would use Citrus Fresh essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Be well Roller: Frankincense, Thieves, Citrus Fresh, Lemon in a carrier oil
  • Be Happy Roller: Stress Away, Citrus Fresh, Orange, Grapefruit in a carrier oil
  • Be Calm Roller: Lavender, Citrus Fresh, Orange in a carrier oil
DiGize Vitality Essential Oil Blend

Support your health from the inside out with daily DiGize capsules. Add 1-2 drops DiGize Vitality to a vegetarian capsule and top off with a carrier oil (olive oil or V6).

Add a drop or two of DiGize Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a digestive support twist.

Whenever you need some extra digestive health, add a drop of DiGize Vitality and a drop of Lemon Vitality (optional) to a large glass of water or to a vegetarian capsule for relief.

DiGize Vitality is the exact same oil as DiGize essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use the DiGize Vitality the same way you would DiGize essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Tummy Ease Roller: 10 drops each DiGize, Peppermint, lemon and a carrier oil in a 10 mL roller bottle.
Orange Vitality Essential Oil

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Orange Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Add a drop or two of Orange Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a fresh twist.

Add some zest to your salads and marinades by adding a few drops of Orange Vitality to the mix. Try this simple Dijon Vinaigrette with Lemon, Orange, or even Citrus Fresh Vitality:
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp organic dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vingar
  • 2-3 drops Orange, Lemon, or Citrus Fresh Vitality
  • 1-2 tbsp honey or another sweetener to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
    Mix all ingredients well with a whisk and use as desired. Shake gently before use.
Soak up the last bit of summer with this Orange-infused Yogurt Dip for your organic berries. (Recipe adapted from Lauren Dunamway):
  • 6 oz blackberries
  • 6 oz raspberries
  • 2 pints blueberres
  • 2 lb strawberries
  • 6 oz vanilla yogurt (or plain)
  • 6 drops Orange Vitality
    Mix yogurt and Orange Vitality and use as a dip for the fruit or mix the fruit in the yogurt and refrigerate for an hour to chill, then enjoy.
Add a drop of Orange Vitality directly to your Thieves toothpaste for an extra bust. Orange and Orange Vitality essential oil is cold pressed from the rind of the fruit, making it alkaline and not acidic. You can also add Orange Vitality to your Thieves mouthwash.

Orange Vitality is the exact same oil as Orange essential oil, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Orange Vitality the same way you would Orange essential oil - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
Copaiba Vitality Essential Oil

Copaiba Vitality is an incredible oil for supporting the body's natural response to inflammation and injury - both acute and chronic. Add this oil to your health routine for any muscle, joint, or tendon needs - post workout to aging to chronic needs.

Make a daily wellness tea! (Also great for acute needs when the body's defenses start to go down.)
  • Warm water or herbal tea (Echinacea is great)
  • 1 drop Thieves Vitality
  • 1 drop Copaiba Vitality
  • 2-3 drops Lemon Vitality
  • 1 tsp honey
    Add oils to the honey, pour water on top and stir well.
    Or add oils directly to the tea bag before adding water.
Support your health from the inside out with daily Copaiba capsules
1 vegetarian capsule
1-2 drops Copaiba Vitality
Olive oil (or other edible liquid oil) for dilution if desired

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Copaiba Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Copaiba, Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Help the little ones needing support for teething. Apply Copiaba Vitality and coconut oil to the gum lines or locally to support them through dental needs. (Works for adults too!)

Copaiba Vitality is the exact same oil as Copaiba essential oil, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Copaiba Vitality the same way you would use Copaiba essential oil - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Daily Wellness Roller: Copaiba, Frankincense, Oregano, Peppermint in a carrier oil
  • Rock a Bye Baby Roller: Lavender, Copaiba and in a oil
  • Relive it Roller: Peppermint, Copaiba, Panaway in a carrier oil
Endoflex Vitality Essential Oil Blend

Endoflex essential oil blend is our favorite for overall hormone balance and support.
 
Drop Endoflex under the tongue or take in a vegetarian capsule daily for adrenal, thyroid, pancreas and overall hormone support.

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Endoflex Vitality essential oil blend directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Endoflex, Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Endoflex Vitality is the exact same oil as Endoflex essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Endoflex Vitality the same way you would use Endoflex essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Happy Hormones Roller for Her: Endoflex, Lavender, Geranium, Clary Sage in a carrier oil
  • Happy Hormones Roller for Him: Endoflex, Idaho Blue Spruce, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Mister in a carrier oil
Longevity Vitality Essential Oil Blend

The name of the blend tells you that it is a must-have! Thyme, Orange, Clove, and Frankincense come together in a powerhouse blend to support a healthy immune system and overall wellness when taken internally.
  • Thyme essential oil provides support to the immune system, spicy aroma that enhances the flavor of food when taken internally.
  • When taken internally, Orange Vitality essential oil provides digestive and immune support.
  • Clove essential oil has a warm, stimulating aroma that provides cleansing properties and can be added to Thieves dental products to maintain oral health. When taken internally, it contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support.
  • Frankincense essential oil has been used in religious rituals for over 3,000 years. It has been known to enhance immunological function, beautify skin, and increase spiritual awareness.
Botox in a bottle! Add Longevity Vitality to an empty vegetable capsule and take daily for overall health, wellness, and longevity.
For bonus skincare results pair daily Longevity Vitality capsules with CBD Beauty Boost. Add CBD Beauty Boost to your daily moisturizer for healthy, happy skin.

Add Longevity Vitality to you daily NingXia Red, Slique Tea, or Steeped Vitality teas for an immune and wellness boost.

Longevity Vitality is the exact same oil as Longevity essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Longevity Vitality the same way you would use Longevity essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.  Pairs well with ImmunPower and Thieves for an incredible immune blend either diffused or as a roller.
Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops

Lavender Lemonade Vitality Drops provide a delicious electrolyte boost to your water without adding sugar or containing artificial colors.

Contains more than 70 naturally occurring ionic trace minerals, making it a great addition to your overall health and wellness routine.
Includes Lavender and Lemon essential oils to support the immune system and overall wellness.

Add it to plain water or spice up your NingXia Red Spritzer with Vitality drops:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Lavender Lemonade Vitality Drops
  • 2 drops Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • Sparkling or plain water
  • Optional add-ins: Mindwise, NingXia Nitro, Golden Turmeric Powder, kombucha
Life 9 Probiotic

Life 9 is a highly potent probiotic with 17 billion live cultures from 9 beneficial bacterial strains to support healthy immune function, maintain optimal metabolism, and promote normal intestinal function.
  • Promotes healthy digestion
  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps maintain normal intestinal function
Add Life 9 probiotic to your daily wellness routine to support overall health and immunity. For best results take before bedtime.

Use Life 9 to replenish healthy bacteria after a round of herbal or convention antibiotics. Take 1-2 capsules daily, making sure to separate Life 9 from the antibiotic by at least 2 hours.

Making homemade yogurt? Open Life 9 capsules and empty into milk or coconut milk when making yogurt for even more health benefits. Check out this amazing Instant Pot Coconut Milk Greek Yogurt recipe.
Grapefruit Bergamot Vitality Drops

Hydrate naturally without sugar or artificial colors with the delicious flavor of Grapefruit and Bergamot.

Provides a delicious electrolyte boost to water and contains more then 70 naturally occurring ionic trace minerals but no sugar or artificial colors.

Includes Grapefruit and Bergamot essential oils, which are great for supporting overall health, energy, and immunity.

Add it to plain water or spice up your NingXia Red Spritzer with Vitality drops:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Grapefruit Bergamot Vitality Drops
  • 2 drops Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • Sparkling or plain water
  • Optional add-ins: Mindwise, NingXia Nitro, Golden Turmeric Powder, kombucha
Now that you know how to use these Free with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, 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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