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

Summer Stock Up - 2022


Summer Stock Up

Summer is just around the corner, and we are ready for long days of warmth and sunshine and lower schedules!

We're stocking up on these seasonal favorites to make the most of this coming season and to be prepared for the inevitable bumps in the road.

Travel Favorites

Whether you're going on a plane, train, or automobile or having a staycation, here are the travel necessities we're stocking up on now (before they sell out!)

Enjoy the outdoors without pesky pests. This insect repellant is a crowd favorite because it works, it's safe for the whole family (no DEET here) and it super convenient. It comes as a liquid and as wipes.

Protect tender skin with the power of plants with YL's Mineral Sunscreen. Safe and effective for you and safe for reefs as well. A little goes a long way with this water-resistant formula, so its definitely a staple in our household.
These predicted roller blends are perfect for stashing in your suitcase, purse, backpack or first aid kit! Owie is great for owes, TummyGize is everyone's tummy BFF, SniffleEase is great for sniffles, and SleepyIze is perfect for winding down at the end of the day.

Trust us when we say these wipes are life savers! Use to quickly clean hands, soothe skin post-sun, even remove sand from the skin. You can also use them as makeup remover wipes and for their obvious, original intent. Soft and soothing on the skin but effective.


Thieves Spray is our go-to for cleaning ALL-THE-THINGS on the go - hands, high chairs, steering wheels, porta potties, even fruit in a pinch. We also keep a large bottle of Thieves Hand Sanitizer in each vehicle for easy use. Goodbye germs!
Wellness Favorites

The lazy days of summer have us relaxing more for sure, but one thing we're not relaxing on is our true self care and wellness routines! Even on vacation, we make sure to take our daily supplements and oils with us. Here is what we always pack:

NingXia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement that has some amazing health benefits. Basically it is an antioxidant POWERHOUSE. This daily drink has so many health benefits, it's hard to list them in one place! Freeze the packets for a slushy-like afternoon treat, add them to smoothies or even make your own healthy popsicles.
It is easy for us to get dehydrated in the summertime. Sunshine, heat, and chlorine can quickly deplete our systems, and one way we love to combat that with electrolyte drops. Whether you choose Lavender Lemonade or Grapefruit Bergamot, these little drops are a tasty way to make sure you and yours stay hydrated this system.


Super B is one supplement we never want to be without. This B complex is an everyday must have all year round to help support healthy energy levels and decrease stress.
Skincare Needs

Summer means more time outside, which can leave everyone's skin needing a little extra TLC. Here are a few favorites we keep on hand to help!

Peppermint, Lavender, & Tea Tree essential oils
These three oils are wonderful for soothing skin after seeing a bit too much sun. Whip up a quick 'After Sun' balm, spray or roller with this trio and/or add it to Epsom salts to reduce the sting of tender skin.

Our go-to balm for any and every skin need! From wind or sun-chapped lips and cheeks to soothing owes to using as an ultra-hydrating moisturizer, this rose infused balm is a must have for every season.

The name of this product stays it all! Lavaderm is SO soothing to tender skin of any kind - from sunburns, bug bites, rug or trampoline burns - really anything that needs soothing. This spray combines Lavender and Peppermint with carrier oils that spray directly on skin - no rubbing required!

Grab this summery body butter to keep skin soft, smooth and hydrated all season long. Its great for everyday use and extra lovely after some time in the sunshine. Not a fan of coconut and lime? Try the Lushious Lemon Hand & Body Lotion!

Want to stock up on these summer essentials, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

CBD - Ditch and Switch May 2022


Ditch & Switch

Coping Mechanisms for CBD


As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us as we make a simple swap with a big impact. Ditch coping mechanisms that leave you feeling numb and zone out for ones that can support you towards healing.

CBD can be an incredible addition to your health routine when it comes to releasing stress and reducing feelings of anxiety. 

Whether you use it topically, choose to place the drops under your tongue, or use the muscle rub to reduce physical stress, CBD can be a powerful tool for your health! And when you use Nature's Ultra CBD from Young Living, you get the added benefit of essential oils for a 1+1+3 scenario.


Why we Love Nature's Ultra CBD Products

  • Includes the terpenes alpha-pinene, beta-myrcene, limonene, and sabinene
  • Infused with essential oils that further improve the efficacy of the CBD
  • Contains 0.0 % THC
  • Available in CBD Drops, CBD Roll-On, CBD Muscle Rub
If you're ready to ditch coping mechanisms that leave you feeling numb, zoned out, or worse than you did when you started them, reach for the CBD Drops or CBD Roll-on and find a way to physically process the emotions. Don't push them away or stuff them. Allow yourself to feel them, apply the CBD, and move your body to release stored emotions. Walk, swim, jog, dance - just move! This movement paired with CBD can help you process whereas buffering with a coping mechanism cannot.

CBD Calm Roll-On

The Calm CBD Roll-on is infused with essential oils like Lavender, Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, and Vetiver that can help create a peaceful environment, relax and quiet your mind, and wind down before bed. Roll generously onto the neck, chest and wrists as desired.

Eucalyptus Globulus essential oil
  • Contains a high percentage of eucalyptol
  • Helps create a sense of refreshment and renewal
  • Promotes health, well-being and healing
Frankincense essential oil (July 2021 Oil Spotlight)
  • Promotes meditation and relaxation
  • Known for its anointing and healing powers
  • Mentioned in one of the oldest known medical records
Lavender essential oil (June 2021 Oil Spotlight)
  • Calming and relaxing to the body, mind and emotions
  • Reduces mental stress and promotes relaxation
  • One of the few essential oils listed in the British Pharmacopeia
Orange essential oil (May 2022 Oil Spotlight)
  • Creates a sense of peace and harmony
  • Uplifting and relaxing
  • High in limonene
Vetiver essentail oil (May 2022 Oil Spotlight)
  • Used since ancient times for its anti-inflammatory properties
  • Grounding and calming with a woodsy aroma
  • Helps with stress and emotional trauma
  • May be helpful in attention disorders
Ylang Ylang essential oil
  • Uplifting and calming to the mind and body, especially the heart
  • Helps focus the thoughts and filter negativity
  • Can help enhance inner peace and combat anger
CBD & Emotions

Most of us know someone (or are someone) who struggles with mental health issues - most of America does - and even those who don't suffer from long-term emotional issues usually experience occasional symptoms. This is a big issue to unpack, but let's look at the role of CBD in managing emotions.

It's not news to us that our physical well being also has a profound impact on our emotional health. Inflammation, psychological stress and acute or chronic illness can actually cause your brain to shrink. The science-y term for this is 'hippocampal atrophy' and research is showing that CBD has some specific brain-healing properties.

Each of our thoughts creates a physical tract in our brains (neural pathways), and thoughts we visit repeatedly become physically ingrained in our brains. The good news is that it is possible for us to create new pathways, new nerve connections. CBD has specific properties that can help us rewire these tracts, especially when combined with other powerful tools like meditation, counseling and essential oils. 

Product Options

Join us this month as we make a big impact on our health by allowing our full range of emotions, leaving buffers behind and using CBD to help us process!

Want to try Nature's Ultra CBD products by Young Living, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

How to Use May's Gifts with Purchase - 2022

How to use
May's Gifts with Purchase

This month's gifts will fill your home with the floral scent of May flowers. Break out a bottle of spring freshness with Lemongrass's fresh scent or BLOOM essential oil blend's sophisticated aroma. Revel in your hair's natural shine and your skin's natural glow with the lush Geranium Bourbon. Dab rich Vanilla on your wrists or neck for a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Carry your favorite spring scents in your pocket or purse with an elegant amethyst roller.

Here are some of our favorite ways to use these oils!

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!
Lemongrass Essential Oil

Lemongrass is a bright, crisp and fresh, with makes it perfect for springtime and summer. Use this cleansing oil in your skincare routine, your cleaning DIYs and diffuse it all season long.

Add Lemongrass to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.

Place a few drops of Lemongrass on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness:  air vents, drawers, shoes, gym bags, rain boots, garbage cans, etc. Or drop Lemongrass directly into areas that need some freshening - rain boots, forgotten laundry, diaper pails, etc.

Use Lemongrass to remove stickers or sticky residue on surfaces. Simply drop onto the surface, allow to sit, then wipe clean.

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 or rose petals (optional)
  • muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5" x 4"
  • 40-50 drops Lemongrass
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
    Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Lemongrass
  • 10 drops Tangerine (optional)
    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
  • 25 drops Lemongrass essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Lemon essentia oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 25 drops Lemongrass
  • splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered with water
Upgrade your Kitchen & Bath Scrub with a lemon-y twist! To a glass jar, add:
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of spring to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • splash of witch hazel
  • 15 drops of Tangerine
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Lemongrass
  • filtered water
Use Lemongrass to support healthy airways. Mix with coconut oil for a chest rub. Or whip up a DIY Breathe Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lemongrass essential oil
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Apply it topically to calm everyday skin irritations or use to spot-treat blemishes. Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Lemongrass
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Diffuse this purifying oil to help cleanse and freshen your space:
Fresh Laundry - 3 drops each Lemongrass, Lavender, Jade Lemon, & Tangerine
Happy Noses - 4 drops Lemongrass, 3 drops each Lemon & R.C.
Breathe Easy - 4 drops each Lemongrass, Frankincense, & Lavender
Spa Day - 4 drops each Lemongrass & Eucalyptus, 3 drops Peppermint
Geranium Bourbon Essential Oil

Geranium Bourbon is uplifting floral oil that is wonderful for everything from brightening the skin to supporting the immune system to being an all-star in DIYs.

Apply topically and wear it as a natural perfume, alone or in combination with other essential oils.

Add a few drops to BLOOM skin care products as part of your daily routine to promote a natural glow.

Combine with Citronella essential oil and water or alcohol-free witch hazel to make a pleasant-smelling outdoor spray.

Apply or diffuse it during prayer, meditation, or yoga for an aromatic element that enhances your practice and helps create an uplifting atmosphere.

Add Geranium to your Beauty DIYs like this Floral Sugar Scrub.
  • 1 cup organic sugar
  • 1 .5 cup coconut or olive oil
  • 15 drops Orange
  • 10 drops Geranium Bourbon
    Mix together. Add more oil to desired consistency, then mix in essential oils. Use on lips, hands, feet - anything you desire.
Make a T-Zone Roller to use on oily areas of skin or to spot treat problem areas or acne. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Geranium Bourbon
  • 10 drops Lemon
  • 10 drops Manuka or Tea Tree
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Make this Skin Brightening Serum:
  • 20 drops Geranium Bourbon
  • 30 drops Frankincense
  • Fill with Jojoba oil or Argan oil
  • 15 drops Lavender (optional for oil-prone skin)
  • Other great add-ins: BLOOM, Manuka, Blue Tansy, Myrrh
Make this Flower Garden perfume roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops each Lavender & Grapefruit
  • 15 drops Orange
  • 10 drops Geranium Bourbon
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice
Use Geranium Bourbon in your wellness routine. Try this Roaring 20s Wellness Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 25 drops each Geranium Bourbon, Frankincense, Idaho Blue Spruce
  • Carrier oil of choice
  • Other great add-ins: Lemon, Pine, Thieves
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
  • 25 drops Lemongrass essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Geranium Bourbon essentia oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Diffuse this floral oil to cleanse the air and uplift the spirits.
Anthropologie - 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 3 drops each Grapefruit & Geranium Bourbon, 2 drops Orange
Flower Garden - 5 drops Lavender, 4 drops Geranium Bourbon, 3 drops Grapefruit
Keep Calm - 4 drops Geranium Bourbon, 3 drops Roman Chamomile, 3 drops Frankincense
Front Porch - 4 drops Geranium Bourbon, 3 drops Citronella, 3 drops Lemongrass, 2 drops Lavender
BLOOM Essential Oil Blend

This blend is chock full of incredible oils for skincare and hydration, plus it smells incredible! Vetiver, Blue Cypress, Davana, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Clove, Jasmine, Carrot Seed, Spearmint, Geranium, and Sacred Frankincense combine to create a luxurious, sophisticated scent that you will love.

Add a few drops to unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.

Add a drop to your daily moisturizer or make a Daily Glow Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 40 drops BLOOM essential oil blend
  • 30 drops Geranium Bourbon
  • 20 drops Frankincese
  • Optional add-ins: 20 drops each Copaiba, Myrrh, Manuka or Blue Tansy
  • Fill with Jojoba oil or Argan oil
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1/8 cup cocoa butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops BLOOM
  • 15 drops Tangerine & Grapefruit
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and coconut butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry 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
  • 40 drops essential oils - BLOOM, Frankincense, Lavender & Patchouli alone or in combination
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, & Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil 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 Dry 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.
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.
Diffuse this fresh blend alone or with just about anything!
Citrus Burst - 4 drops each BLOOM, Tangerine, & Grapefruit
Flower Garden - 4 drops each BLOOM, Tangerine, & Lavender
Keep Calm - 5 drops Vanilla, 4 drops BLOOM
Grounded - 4 drops BLOOM, 3 drops each Lavender & Roman Chamomile
Vanilla Oleoresin

Use Vanilla in DIY cleaning products for a warm, inviting scent.

Add 20 drops Vanilla to Thieves Cleaner (option to add 20 drops of Lemon as well).

Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To a 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Vanilla & Lavender
  • 10 drops each Tangerine & Grapefruit
  • Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix
Use this inviting oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with warmth.
Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Vanilla. Add 20 drops to 1 cup Epsom Salt and soak in warm water.

Add Vanilla to your perfume rollers as a low note to add warmth:
  • Geranium, Neroli, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Vanilla, Orange
  • Vanilla, Lavender, Frankincense
  • Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vanilla, Tangerine, Bergamot, Geranium
  • Valor, Vanilla, Frankincense, Tangerine
  • Neroli, Jasmine, Vanilla
Make this Creamsicle Body Polish:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 5 drops each Vanilla, Tangerine, & Grapefruit
    Combine all ingredients in a metal or glass container, use in the shower to exfoliate & m    oisturize.
Make this DIY Whipped Chocolate Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/8 cup shea butter
  • 1/8 cup cocoa butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 10 drops Vanilla oil per jar
  • 5 drops Peppermint (optional) for a Mint Mocha flavor
  • Small glass jars
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and coconut butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jars.
Make these Detox Bath Salts.
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops Vanilla essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Geranium
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil (optional)
  • Dried lavender, rose buds, or rosemary (optional)
    Add to a glass jar and mix well. If gifting or storing, add 1/4 cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping.
Make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm.
  • To about 1/4 jar of Rose Ointment, add:
  • 10 drops Vanilla
  • 8 drops Helichrysum
  • 8 drops Myrrh
  • 4 drops Frankincense
  • 4 drops Geranium
    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 Gardener's Hand Salve. To an empty 15 mL essential oil bottle with an AromaGlide Roller Fitment, add:
  • 1 1/2 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Vanilla essential oil
  • 5 drops Lavender essential oil
    Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere
Diffuse this warm, happy oil all month long:
Simmered Down - 5 drops Vanilla, 3 drops each Valor & Tangerine
Warm Hug - 4 drops each Grapefruit, Vanilla, & Lavender
Welcome Home - 4 drops Pine, 3 drops each Tangerine, Vanilla, & Grapefruit
Refreshed - 4 drops Vanilla, 6 drops Thieves
Amethyst Roller

This beautiful roller bottle with amethyst stones is perfect for creating a one of a kind blend for yourself or for a gift! Here are some of our favorite combinations or try one of the perfume blends with Vanilla listed above.

  • BLOOM, Tangerine, Lavender
  • Geranium, Lavender, Idaho Grand Fir, Tangerine
  • Vanilla, Lavender Ylang Ylang
  • Geranium, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vanilla, Orange
  • Neroli, Jasmine, Vanilla
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

Gift with Purchase! - May 2022

May's gifts with Purchase


April showers bring May flower, and May purchases bring May Gifts!


This month's gifts will fill your home with the floral scent of May flowers. Break out a bottle of spring freshness with Lemongrass's fresh scent or BLOOM essential oil blend's sophisticated aroma. Revel in your hair's natural shine and your skin's natural glow with the lush Geranium Bourbon. Dab rich Vanilla on your wrists or neck for a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Carry your favorite spring scents in your pocket or purse with an elegant amethyst roller. Plus, earn 10 extra Loyalty Points simply for ordering the products you love!

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, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up on my porch with fun freebies inside!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the May's 'How to Use' blog post.


During the Month of May


With any Subscribe to Save order of 100 PV or more, you will receive 10 extra loyalty Rewards points!


NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
190 PV Orders


With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 15 mL LEMONGRASS essential oil. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL GERANIUM BOURBON, and all of the above.


LEMONGRASS essential oil, 15 mL
  • Kick unwanted odors to the curb with this purifying oil. Use for cleaning, laundry and to freshen up your space when you need it.


Geranium Bourbon essential oil, 5 mL

  • This floral oil is amazing for so many things - skincare, immune health and much more.
  • Add Geranium to roller blends, pair with Citronella to deter outdoor pests, and add it to your skincare routine.
  • No matter how you use it, this floral oil will be an essential one in your arsenal.
NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders


With any order of 250 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL Bloom essential oil blend and all the above!


BLOOM essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Add BLOOM essential oil blend to your skin care regimen for a extra dose of hydration or wear it as an exquisite personal fragrance.
300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL Vanilla, an Amethyst Roller and all of the above.


VANILLA OLEORESIN essential oil, 5 mL 
  • Vanilla is such a warm, inviting and happy oil.
  • It has a luxuriously rich, slightly sweet scent that enhances the experience of virtually every other essential oil, both when used topically and aromatically
  • Add this oil to diffuser blends, cleaning recipes and personal care DIYs.
Amethyst Roller

Make a personalized perfume with this lovely amethyst roller! Combine Vanilla, Bloom & Geranium Bourbon for a warm, floral scent.

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 May.

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:
FAQs:
What is Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV to qualify for free gifts. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 400PV) and qualify for a new tier, you receive free products.

Earn points on products
Not only do you receive free goodies, but if you place a 50 PV+ order each month with Subscribe to Save program, you'll also earn loyalty  points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

Earn exclusive gifts
If all those perks weren't enough, subscribers receive a free loyalty gift as a thank you each time you reach a benchmark anniversary of 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months of sequential ordering on Subscribe to Save.

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

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

How to Use April's Gifts with Purchase - 2022

How to use
April's Gifts with Purchase

Spring is a time to reconnect to the planet, to shake off the buildup of winter and have a fresh start. With spring in full bloom, we're focusing on cultivating a clean and essential lifestyle with April's gifts.

We've got Lemon, Peppermint, and Tangerine essential oils to assist you in spring cleaning by helping get rid of sticky residue, Purification essential oil blend for sweeping unwanted odors out the door, a 250 mL room spray bottle for custom essential essential oil-infused spritzes to replace synthetic room fresheners, Lushious Lemon essential oil blend to capture the spirit of spring growth, Pine essential oil for synthetic-free DIY cleaning products, and Life 9 for probiotic support for healthy digestion.

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!
Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon is a household staple and one we use in so many different recipes! This bright, sunshine oils is lovely diffused!

Diffuse Lemon to neutralize unwanted odors and fill your space with its uplifting and refreshing aroma.

Add it to your floor, window, or multi's surface cleaning solutions for a boost of aroma and cleaning power

Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Add it to dishwashing detergent to help clean and deodorize your dishwasher.

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
  • 25 drops Lemon essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essentia oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Use Lemon to remove stickers or sticky residue on surfaces. Simply drop onto the surface, allow to sit, then wipe clean.

Spot treat laundry stains with lemon. In a 30 mL roller bottle, add:
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Lemon
  • 20 drops Purification or Tea Tree or more Lemon
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of spring to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • splash of witch hazel
  • 15 drops of Tangerine
  • 10 drops Peppermint
  • 10 drops Lemon
  • filtered water
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 or rose petals (optional)
  • muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5" x 4"
  • 40-50 drops Lemon
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
    Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
Use in your skincare routine to spot treat blemishes or cleanse oily skin.

Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Purification
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Use Lemon in your wellness routine:
  • Add to Epsom Salt for a detox soak. For every cup of salt add up to 15 drops Lemon. Pair with Oregano, Thieves, R.C. or other immune boosting favorites.
  • Apply with coconut oil to help with respiratory needs or add to a roller with R.C, Purification or Raven.
Make a Roaring 20s Wellness Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15-20 drops each Lemon, Geranium, Pine, Thieves, & Frankincense
  • Carrier oil of choice
    Roll over the chest, throat, lymph nodes, along spine or on the bottom of your feet.
Purification Essential Oil Blend

Purification essential oil blend is a combination of Citronella, Lavandin, Lemongrass, Myrtle, Rosemary, and Tea Tree that is formulated for diffusing to neutralize and cleanse your home and work environment. It is also soothing to your skin for everyday irritations.

Add to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.

Place a few drops of Purification on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness: air vents, drawers, shoes, gym bags, rain boots, garbage cans, etc.

Drop Purification directly into areas that need some freshening - rain boots, forgotten laundry, diaper pails, etc.

Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Purification
  • 20 drops Lemon
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Use Purification in the car with Young Living's Car Vent Diffuser to fight lingering food and gym bag odors.

Add Purification to a glass spray bottle with water and spritz it on linens and/or add to Thieves Household Cleaner.

Use Purification to support healthy airways.

Apply it topically to calm everyday skin irritations or use to spot-treat blemishes 

Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Purification
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC:
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry 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
  • 40 drops essential oils - Purification, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination. (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.
    Check out these other essential oil combinations of the Hand Salve from November, December, January, February, and March.
Make this Dry 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.
  • 2 lb melt and pour soap base
  • 1/2 cup powdered goat milk
  • 2 tbsp organic raw honey
  • 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils of choice (Purification, Tangerine, Cedarwood, Lavender - alone or in combination)
  • Soap molds
  • Dried flowers (optional)
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler.
    Step 2 - Whisk in 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.
Add 5 drops of Purification to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to support the airways. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Purification essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Diffuse this purifying oil to help cleanse and freshen your space.
Morning Sunshine - 3 drops each Purification, Lemon, Jade Lemon, Tangerine
Happy Noses - 4 drops Purification, 3 drops each Lemon & R.C.
Fresh Laundry - 4 drops each Purification, Tangerine, & Lavender
Travel Buddy - 4 drops each Purification & Thieves, 2 drops Lemon
Tangerine Essential Oil

Add a few drops to unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.

Try this The Future is Bright roller blend. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each Envision, Valor, & Tangerine
  • Fill the rest with carrier of choice
    Roll onto your wrists, heart, and neck as often as desired.
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC:
Make 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
  • 25 drops Tangerine
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Use Tangerine to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a fresh, happy scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - 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!
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Tangerine
  • 10 drops Lemon
  • splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered with water
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of spring to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • splash of witch hazel
  • 15 drops of Tangerine
  • 10 drops Peppermint
  • 10 drops Lemon
  • filtered water
Add Tangerine to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a floral, spring aroma. 

Diffuse this crisp citrus oil alone or with just about anything!
Citrus Burst - 4 drops each Tangerine, Lemon, Grapefruit, & Lime
Deep Breath - 4 drops each Tangerine, R.C, Thieves
Push Pop - 5 drops Vanilla, 4 drops Tangerine
Stay Calm - 4 drops Tangerine, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Roman Chamomile
Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint is a natural cross between water mint and spearmint that has a crisp, fresh aroma and many household uses!

Add 5 drops of Peppermint 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 Peppermint essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Optional additions - Lavender, Copaiba, Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Use Peppermint to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a fresh, crisp scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of essential oils of choice
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - 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!
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC. Bonus points for journaling, reading a motivational book or goal setting while you soak.
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
Give your tired feet some love with this Invigorating Peppermint Foot Scrub.
  • 2 tbsp organic sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
  • 3 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Lemon (optional)
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto your feet. Wrap your 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.
Get ready for summer with this DIY After Sun Spray. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Peppermint, Lavender & Frankincense
  • 10 drops Tea Tree (optional)
  • Fractionated coconut oil
    Spray onto tender skin after spending time in the sun.
Try this Rosemary Mint Hair Mask
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 10 drops Rosemary
  • 5 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Cedarwood (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.
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Peppermint
  • 10 drops each Grapefruit & Lemon
  • splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered with water
Add Peppermint to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a crisp, fresh aroma. 

Add a fresh twist to your Thieves Cleaner. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
Make a Mattress & Upholstery Spray to use when you change the sheets or anytime a surface needs a little freshening. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
Make a DIY Commode Spray. To a 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 4 tsp vegetable glycerin
  • 6 tsp rubbing alcohol
  • Approx 6 oz distilled water
  • 2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 30-40 drops each Peppermint, Eucalyptus Radiata essential oils OR oils of choice
    Step 1 - Combine essential oils and vegetable glycerin in spray bottle.
    Step 2 - Add rubbing alcohol and Thieves Household Cleaner and mix well.
    Step 3 - Fill to the top with water. Shake well until thoroughly combined.
    Store on the back of the commode for easy use.
Diffuse this crisp, fresh oil all month long:
Empowered - 5 drops Peppermint, 4 drops Lemon, 3 drops Jade Lemon
Simmer Down - 4 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Frankincense, 4 drops Lavender
Calm & Confident - 4 drops each Peppermint, Rosemary & Eucalyptus
Freshen Up - 4 drops Peppermint, 3 drops Lemon, 2 drops Tangerine, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark
Room Spray Bottle

Make some lovely room sprays with your favorite essential oils and blends! Simply add your desired essential oil(s), fill the rest with water and spray as desired.

Room Spray blend ideas:
  • Fresh Laundry - 15-20 drops each Purification, Tangerine, Lavender
  • Citrus Burst - 20 drops each Lemon, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Bergamot
  • Freshen Up - 20 drops each Lemon & Peppermint
  • Goodnight Moon - 20 drops each Lavender, Tangerine, & Vanilla
  • Or any blend listed above and on my blog!
Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend

This take on one of our tired and true oils is a favorite, especially during the spring! Lemon meets Lemon Myrtle, Ylang Ylang, Spearmint, and Eucalyptus Globulus for a perfect mix that is bright, fresh and clean.

Place a Lushious Lemon-infused cotton ball in the refrigerator, bathroom drawer, or trash can. This method (or diffusing) is better and more versatile than any candle.

Add some sunshine to your cleaning. Whip up a 'Lushious Lemon' Cleaner. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Lushious Lemon essential oil blend
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Fill with water and gently invert to mix
    Use on any and all surfaces.
Upgrade your Kitchen & Bath Scrub with a lemony twist! To a glass jar, add:
Diffuse this bright, happy blend in all the rooms in your house (or in your office or car).

Whip up a simple Mattress & Upholstery Spray with a lemony twist. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1-2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Lushious Lemon essential oil blend
  • Filtered water
    Spray on upholstered surfaces to     refresh as desired.
Give your shower a citrusy boost with a DIY Lushious Lemon Shower Steamers.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/4 cup to 1/3 cup distilled water
  • 25 drops Lushious Lemon oil blend
  • 1 silicone mold
    Step 1 - Add the baking soda to a glass mixing bowl and add 1/4 cup distilled water to the consistency of damp sand. Add water if needed.
    Step 2 - Add essential oil and continue to stir until well mixed, then scoop into a silicone mold. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to compress the mixture to ensure there are no air pockets.
    Step 3 - Allow to dry in molds overnight. Once completely dry, remove from the molds and store in a glass jar.
    To use: Place the steamer your shower floor (out of direct water flow) and inhale the bright scent of Lushious Lemon.
Create your own unique bath gel! Simply add Lushious Lemon oil blend to the Young Living Bath and Shower Gel Base for a unique scent that the conventional stores can't beat!

Make a Keep Calm & Shine On roller for a daily perfume.
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 10-15 drops each Bergamot, Tangerine, Grapefruit
  • Carrier of choice
Whip up a citrusy DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Tangerine essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
  • 1/4 cup pink Himalayan salt
  • 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
  • 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 10 drops Tangerine
  • Dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves (optional)
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 50 drops Lushious Lemon
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry 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
  • 50 drops Lushious Lemon
    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 nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap.
  • 2 lb melt and pour soap base
  • 1/2 cup powdered goat milk
  • 2 tbsp organic raw honey
  • 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils of choice (Lushious Lemon, Tangerine, Cedarwood, Lavender - alone or in combination)
  • Soap molds
  • Dried flowers (optional)
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler.
    Step 2 - Whisk in remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Let sit overnight.
Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub.
  • 2 tbsp organic sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
  • 5 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 3 drops Peppermint
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto your feet. Wrap your 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.
Use Lushious Lemon to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a fresh, crisp scent.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 30 drops of Lushious Lemon (alone or with other essential oils of choice)
  • water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicon mold
    Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
    Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
    Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 5 - 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 sweet citrusy blend any time of day! It's wonderful alone and pairs well with tree oils like Cypress, Northern Lights Black Spruce or Cedarwood.
Pine Essential Oil

Pine's aroma is reminiscent of the Japanese tradition of forest bathing and provides a refreshing, uplifting scent that is versatile and joyful.

Use Pine in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home. Add 20 drops to Thieves 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
Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets a lemony twist. To a 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Eucalyptus & Lavender
  • 10 drops each Tea Tree & Pine
  • Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix.
    Spray on upholstered surfaces to refresh as desired.
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Make these DIY Cleaning Fizzies for the bathroom or kitchen.
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 4 tsp water
  • 20 drops each Lemon & Pine
  • 10 drops Thieves (optional)
  • 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.
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Lemon
  • 15-20 drops each Pine & 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 Pine essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Tangerine essentia oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Use this earthy tree oil blend to make homemade DIY beeswax jar candles to fill your home with warmth - and make a few for your friends and neighbors.

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

Make these Detox Bath Salts.
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops Pine essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 10 drops Geranium
  • 10 drops Thieves essential oil (optional)
  • Dried lavender, rose buds, rosemary (optional)
    Add to a glass jar and mix well. If gifting or storing, add 1/4 cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping.
Make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm.
  • To about 1/4 jar of Rose Ointment, add:
  • 10 drops Pine
  • 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 Gardener's Hand Salve. To an empty 15 mL essential oil bottle with an AromaGlide Roller Fitment, add:
  • 1 1/2 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Pine essential oil
  • 5 drops Frankincense essential oil
    Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere
Add 5 drops of Pine 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 Pine essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Diffuse this fresh oil all month long.
Roaring Twenties - 5 drops Pine, 3 drops each Lemon & Geranium
Cozy Home - 3 drops each Pine, Vanilla, Tangerine & Cinnamon Bark
Welcome Home - 4 drops Pine, 3 drops each Tangerine, Lemon & Grapefruit
Refresh & Renew - 4 drops Pine, 6 drops Citrus Fresh
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

Gift with Purchase! - April 2022

April's gifts with Purchase


Spring is a time to reconnect to the planet, to shake off the buildup of winter and have a fresh start. With spring in full bloom, we're focusing on cultivating a clean and essential lifestyle with April's gifts!

We've got Lemon, Peppermint, and Tangerine essential oils to assist you in spring cleaning by helping get rid of sticky residue, Purification essential oil blend for sweeping unwanted odors out the door, a 250 mL room spray bottle for custom essential oil-infused spritzes to replace synthetic room fresheners, Lushious Lemon essential oil blend to capture the spirit of spring growth, Pine essential oil for synthetic-free DIY cleaning products, and Life 9 for probiotic support for healthy digestion.

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, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up on my porch with fun freebies inside!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the April 'How to Use' blog post.


During the Month of April


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive a free 15 mL LEMON oil.


LEMON essential oil, 15 mL
  • Brighten up your space with sunshine in a bottle. Add Lemon to your diffuser any time of day for a pick me up.
  • Remove unwanted odors, remove sticky residue, spot-treat laundry stains and more with this versatile oil.
NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
190 PV Orders


With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 15 mL PURIFICATION essential oil blend. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 5 mL PEPPERMINT, 15 mL TANGERINE, and all of the above.


PURIFICATION essential oil blend, 15 mL
  • Kick unwanted odors to the curb with this purifying blend of Melrose, Tea Tree, Lemongrass essential oils.
  • Support healthy airways. Make a simple chest rub with Purification and coconut oil.


PEPPERMINT essential oil blend, 5 mL

  • From workouts to focus to digestion to tension, this is one of the most versatile oils around.
  • Diffuse this crisp, fresh oil to brighten any space, including in your car!
NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.



TANGERINE essential oil blend, 15 mL
  • There's no wrong way to use this sweet, happy citrus oil. Diffuse, use in cleaning DIYs, add to an Epsom salt bath, add to your favorite roller!
  • Diffuse Tangerine while studying, working or during art class to inspire creativity.
NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV or more, you'll receive a free 250 mL SPRAY BOTTLE, a 15 mL LUSHIOUS LEMON blend, and all the above!


250 mL SPRAY BOTTLE
  • Freshen up your space with a custom scent! Create a simple room spray with 40-50 drops of essential oils, 1 tbsp witch hazel and filtered water.
  • Use this bottle to whip up a smaller amount of Thieves Household Cleaner to keep in your bathroom.



LUSHIOUS LEMON essential oil blend, 15 mL

Scented candles have nothing on this fresh citrus blend. Diffuse Lushious Lemon any time of day to create a bright, happy, welcoming aroma in your space.
300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL PINE essential oil. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free bottle of LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC and all of the above.


PINE essential oil, 15 mL 
  • Spring clean the entire house with this evergreen oil. Add to your Thieves Household Cleaner, the mop bucket, wool dryer balls, and your DIY room sprays.
  • Support the airways. Add Pine to a roller and dilute and roll over the chest and back as desired.

LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC essential oil, 5 mL

Support overall health and wellness daily with this foundational supplement. Probiotics are a cornerstone of health, and Life 9 is an incredible, high-potency probiotic that supports immune and digestive health.
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 April .

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:
FAQs:
What is March's Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV to qualify for free gifts. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 400PV) and qualify for a new tier, you receive free products.

Earn points on products
Not only do you receive free goodies, but if you place a 50 PV+ order each month with Subscribe to Save program, you'll also earn loyalty  points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

Earn exclusive gifts
If all those perks weren't enough, subscribers receive a free loyalty gift as a thank you each time you reach a benchmark anniversary of 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months of sequential ordering on Subscribe to Save.

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

Essentials for March 2022

Spring Refresh Essentials

With its cool breezes and sunshine-filled days, March brings the promise of spring, of renewal and a fresh spirit. After a long winter, we are ready for a little spring refresh ourselves.

Join us as we use these items this month and beyond to freshen our spaces, our spirits and our health!

Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub - for kitchens, baths & beyond
Lushious Lemon essential oil blend - a bright, happy spring blend
Thieves Household Cleaner - for effective, plant-powered cleaning
Thieves Laundry Soap - for fresh, clean laundry with none of the toxins
Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil - a fresh, crisp favorite
DetoxZyme - to freshen and cleanse from the inside out

Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub

We LOVE this all-natural scrub for the kitchen, bath and beyond. Brighten your sink and ditch the sink with this plant-powered favorite. This chlorine-free all-purpose cleaner is safe for use on porcelain, ceramic, copper alloys, fiberglass, Corian, brass, bronze and chrome and is infused with the germ-fighting power of Thieves essential oil.

  • Easily cleans cookware, stove cooktops, countertops, tile, grout, bathtubs, faucets, toilets, backsplashes, barbecue grills, outdoor patio furniture, and exteriors without scratching
  • Removes grease, dirt, grime, residue, and tough stains from most surfaces without harsh chemical smells or residue
  • Formulated without harmful chemicals, synthetic surfactants, phosphates, synthetic perfumes or dyes, gluten-containing ingredients, or artificial colors or fragrances

Learn more about the Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub in the March's Ditch & Switch post.

Lushious Lemon Essential oil blend

This blend of Ylang Ylang, Eucalyptus Globulus, Lemon Myrtle, Lemon, and Spearmint is the perfect springtime blend. With a sweet, citrusy aroma with floral and minty undertones, this premade blend helps neutralize unwanted odors and uplift the spirits. 

Bright and fresh, this blend will brighten any space - diffuse it, add it to DIYs and even clean with it. Happiness in a bottle.

Learn more about Lushious Lemon essential oil blend:
Thieves Household Cleaner 

The real MVP of natural cleaning, this plan-based formula contains only naturally derived ingredients to effectively clean your home without taking synthetic shortcuts or using potentially harsh ingredients.

Effective, economical and safe for kids and pets. That's about all we need to know, but this all-star product just keeps getting better.

  • Ultra-concentrated and non-abrasive, Thieves Household Cleaner is perfect for just about any surface
  • Infused with Young Living's signature Thieves essential oil blend
  • Rinse clean without leaving residue
  • Safe to use around children and pets as directed
  • Provides an effective, deep clean with the power of naturally derived, plant-based ingredients that lift dirt, pet stains, dried-on food, grime, and more
Learn more about Thieves Household Cleaner:
Thieves Laundry Soap

Designed to be powerful and efficient, this concentrated 32-ounce bottle of Thieves Laundry Soap can clean up to 64 loads of clothing, making it an economical favorite. Harnessing the power of stain-fighting enzymes and Thieves essential oil blend, this plant-based formula is straightforward clean with no surprises and not synthetics.

  • Fee from SLS, dyes, petrochemicals, formaldehyde, phosphates, synthetic perfumes, chlorine, and optical brighteners
  • Compatible with high-efficiency washing machines and safe for colors, whites, and delicates
  • Safe and gentle enough to be poured directly onto clothing as a pre-treatment
  • Natural enzymes combat dirt, stains, and strong odors
  • Formulated gentle, plant-based cleaners that are safe for sensitive skin
Read more about the Thieves Laundry Soap:
Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil

Whether you're whipping up some fresh DIYs or needing a little airway support for all the blooming flowers, Eucalyptus Radiata is perfect this time of year.

Try adding it to dryer balls for fresh, crisp laundry or soaking in a tub with Epsom Salt and E. Radiata to soothe sore muscles, or diffuse it and breathe in deeply to open up the airways.

Read more about this Eucalyptus Radiata:
DetoxZyme

Freshen up from the inside out with this daily enzyme supplement that gently detoxes the system. There is so much in our daily life that can weigh down our systems, and DetoxZyme helps our bodies process it out so we can get the most of our nutrition and keep function well.

Read more about this incredible enzyme in this month's Supplement Spotlight blog.

Want to try the essentials for March (Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub, Lushious Lemon essential oil blend, Thieves Household Cleaner, Thieves Laundry Soap, and Eucalyptus Radiata 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

DetoxZyme Supplement Spotlight - March 2021

Supplement Spotlight

DetoxZyme


We all heard how important healthy digestion is to overall health, so we want to support it well. Much like a car runs better with proper fuel and maintenance, our bodies need high quality fuel and daily support. One way we can do that is with enzymes like DetoxZyme. 


Just a Dose of DetoxZyme

  • Promotes detoxification and cleansing
  • Vegetarian-friendly formula
  • Fast acting enzymes help break down after eating to support digestion
  • Helps provide relief of occasional symptoms such as fullness, pressure, bloating, gas, pain and/or minor cramping
  • Works synergistically with a cleansing program
DetoxZyme is a blend of enzymes and essential oils formulated to promote detoxification and cleansing, which helps support normal digestive function. DetoxZyme contains powerful essential oils like cumin, anise, and fennel that work synergistically with fast acting, powerful enzymes to help break down food and assimilate nutrients after eating and help mitigate symptoms of digestive upset.

This formulation works to complete the digestive process, improve mineral absorption from food, improve gallbladder and liver function, prevent yeast overgrowth and detoxify the gastrointestinal tract.

  • Amylase - a powerful starch-digesting enzyme that prevents fermentation of starches in the digestive system
  • Invertase - splits the sugar sucrose into glucose and fructose
  • Protease 4.5 - protein-digesting enzymes that are stable in the varying pH conditions of the digestive tract, also fight off bacteria, yeast and parasites in the intestines
  • Glucoamylase - enzyme that breaks down starches into glucose
  • Bromelain - proteolytic enzyme found in pineapple that supports carbohydrate digestion
  • Phytase - an enzyme necessary for breaking down the minerals such as zinc, magnesium and potassium found in grains, nuts, seeds, and other foods
  • Lipase - a fat-dissolving enzyme that promotes excretion of toxins
DetoxZyme & Emotions

When our bodies are overloaded with toxins or weighed down from constantly filtering everything we throw at it, things become sluggish. This not only affects our physical health; it takes a toll on us emotionally as well. This often manifests as feeling lethargic, sluggish, unmotivated or simply down. Cleansing and detoxing our systems can have profound effects on our emotional health as well.

How To Use:

Take 2 capsules 3 times daily between meals or as needed

Join us this month as we use DetoxZyme capsules to support our physical and emotional health and wellness.


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

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

Lushious Lemon - Oil of the Month March 2022

OOTMLushious Lemon

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 March!

Brighten your day and freshen your home with the crisp, happy, citrusy aroma of Lushious Lemon essential oil blend. This blend features bright, uplifting oils - Lemon, Lemon Myrtle, Eucalyptus, Ylang Ylang, and Spearmint - in perfect combination that brings a bit of sunshine to your day while removing any unwanted orders at the same time.


Just a Drop of Lushious Lemon

  • Has a bright, fresh, uplifting aroma
  • A great way to brighten and freshen your space
  • Can be diffused throughout your home to create a positive atmosphere
  • Features Lemon Myrtle essential oil, known for its odor-neutralizing properties
  • Includes Ylang Ylang essential oil, known for its joyful flora aroma
  • Has a sweet, citrusy aroma with floral and minty undertones
  • Makes a great addition to bath and body DIYs
  • Adds a lovely citrus twist to home and cleaning DIYs
Bath & Body Works has nothing on this incredible scent! Lushious Lemon essential oil blend can rival any candle in its ability to freshen a space, and it comes without all the toxins of a scented candle. Plus, this bright, happy blend is infused into a hand soap and a hand lotion, so we get all the good stuff and none of the bad!

Background
Lushious Lemon essential oil blend features Lemon essential oil that is cold pressed from fruit grown on the Amanzi Amahle Cooperative Farm in South Africa, as well as Lemon Myrtle essential oil that is extracted from steam-distilled leaves of the myrtle plant. Floral Ylang Ylang, obtained from plants grown in Madagascar, and cool Spearmint and Eucalyptus Globulus round out the aroma, adding a touch of herbal depth.

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 potential antioxidant, Chinese medicine believes that this constituent may halt the advance of unwelcome microbes, reducing the risk of colds and 'flu-like symptoms.'
  • Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind.
  • Eucalyptus - it has a distinctive, fresh aroma that has a calming effect on the user when applied in aromatherapy.
Lushious Lemon & Emotions
This blend is a wonderful choice for encouraging joyful, abundant thoughts and emotions. Ylang Ylang is well known for its use in aromatherapy to help release stress and anxiety, and is especially helpful when battling low self-esteem and confidence. Lemon and Lemon Myrtle have a cleansing, uplifting scent that is wonderful for processing feelings of frustration or lack. The crisp scent of Spearmint and Eucalyptus is also good for releasing physical and emotional tension. So when you combine all these oils into one blend, you have a wonderful option for emotional support.

Product Options
Daily Habits with Lushious Lemon
Note: As with citrus oils, avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying Lushious Lemon topically.

Household

Make a DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray for refreshing lines 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:
  • 2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Lushious Lemon & Lavender
  • Fill the rest with water
Diffuse it to neutralize unwanted odors throughout the home and fill your space with it cheerful aroma.

Add 40 drops of Lushious Lemon to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a fresh, spring scent.

Add Lushious Lemon to dryer balls for fresh, citrusy smelling laundry. Use 3 drops per wool dryer ball.

Use Lushious Lemon in this DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with an airtight lid, add:
  • 1.5 cups Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 40 drops Lushious Lemon
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To Use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add your clothes and normal amount of laundry detergent.
Personal Care & Beauty

Inhale Lushious Lemon for a mid-afternoon reminder of sunny days.

Diffuse Lushious Lemon (or one of the blends below) while you journal, meditate and process any feelings of lack, frustration or low confidence.

Make the bright, luxe scent part of your signature personal fragrance.

Add it to V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex in a roll-on bottle and apply topically to your chest and the crown of your head to promote feelings of joy and ease.

Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Use alone or pair it with Vanilla, Lavender, Grapefruit, or Bergamot.

Make this Sunny Days perfume roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Grapefruit, & Bergamot
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Whip up a Spring Blossom room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 10 drops Tangerine or Orange
  • 10 drops Joy or Gernaium
  • A splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with 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 bright, fresh scent of Lushious Lemon.

  • Good morning - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Peppermint
  • Fresh Flowers - 4 drops Lushious Lemon, 3 drops each Geranium & Grapefruit
  • Greenhouse - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Cypress
  • Cloudy Day - 4 drops Lushious Lemon, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Vetiver
  • Fresh Rain - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Clove
Companion Products

Want to see more uses for Lushious Lemon? Check out the blog post on How to Use from August 2021.

Join us in using Lushious Lemon essential oil blend this month and beyond. Want to try Lushious Lemon 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

Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub - Ditch and Switch March 2021


Ditch & Switch Cleaning Scrubs for

THIEVES KITCHEN & BATH SCRUB


As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products and create healthy habits for ourselves and families! 

Join us as we make a simple swap with a big impact. Ditch conventional (and even 'natural') cleaning scrubs for the Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub.

Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub is the perfect naturally derived cleaner: tough on messes and safe for your family. You get the power of a surface scrub without all the harmful chemical smells and residue in conventional options.


Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub gains its tough scrubbing power from nepheline syenite, a naturally occurring mineral from Canada; baking soda that gently absorbs orders; sodium per carbonate that releases oxygen when combined with water, providing a powerful boost of cleaning power against tough stains; and Young Living's signature Thieves blend.

Why we Love It
  • Chlorine-free, all-purpose cleaner that is safe for use on porcelain, ceramic, copper alloys, fiberglass, Corain, brass, bronze, and chrome.
  • Easily cleans cookware, stove cooktops, countertops, tile, grout, bathtubs, faucets, toilets, backsplashes, barbecue grills, outdoor patio furniture, and exteriors without scratching.
  • Removes grease, dirt, grime, residue, and tough stains from most surfaces without harsh chemical smells or residue.
  • Formulated without harmful chemicals, synthetic surfactants, phosphates, synthetic perfumes or dyes, gluten-containing ingredients, or artificial colors or fragrances.

Thieves Scrub vs. Conventional Options

Have you heard of the term 'greenwashing'? It is when companies throw a catch phrase or use a certain packaging to trick consumers into thinking they are purchasing a natural product - when in reality, what they are buying isn't natural at all.

Unfortunately, the majority of the 'natural' cleaning brands out there do  this, which is a huge reason we love the Thieves Home products. No phthalates, parabens, bleach, formaldehyde, or toxic chemicals in these products - just the power of plants.

Another big issue with conventional cleaners is fragrance. Fragrance is a very loosely defined term when it comes to use in personal care and household products. Fragrance and synthetic perfumes are problematic because companies aren't required to disclose the exact ingredients in the fragrances. Even 'natural fragrance' is problematic. Just because something is natural, doesn't mean we want to rub it on our skin (ie: formaldehyde - a naturally occurring compound that we don't want on our skin!) As the world leader in essential oils, Young Living utilizes the scent of the pure essential oils instead of fragrance, plus these oils have incredible properties of their own!

Thieves Scrub Key Ingredients
  • Nepheline syenite - A naturally occurring mineral responsibly mined in Canada, it is formed from molten magma and is similar to granite. It provides the scrubbing power to remove tough stains without scratching.
  • Sodium bicarbonate - Commonly known as baking soda, this powder helps remove odors and gently cleanse.
  • Sodium per carbonate - An effective, safer alternative to chlorine bleach, this ingredient releases oxygen to lift stains and dirt.
  • Citric acid - This natural ingredient helps tackle tough hard-water surface stains.
  • Thieves essential oil blend - Thieves is a Young Living signature blend that features purifying essential oils known for their immune support, refreshing breathing experience, and cleansing properties.

To Use:

  • Sprinkle Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub onto a wet surface or sponge. Rub the surface with a cloth or sponge for a sparkling clean, then rinse.
  • Use it to naturally tackle soap scum, built-up grease and grime, and hard-water stains in the kitchen and bathroom.
  • Keep it on hand for cleaning ovens, grills, and barbecues as well.

Join us this month as we clean our homes with the plant power of Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub. 

Want to try THIEVES KITCHEN & BATH SCRUB, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Spring Cleaning Diffuser Recipes - March 2022

Diffuser Blends
For Spring Cleaning


Open the windows and let the sunshine in! March is here and with it, the hint of spring. And we are ready!

These blends will freshen up your home and bring the feeling of cool, crisp mornings and sunny afternoons. These recipes mix in herbaceous scents from an early spring garden with fresh favorites like Lemongrass that are perfect any time of day.

These oils are wonderful for supporting immune and respiratory health as we head into the changing seasons, and they are great for our emotions as well!

Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell happy and inviting all at the same time. Join us this month as we diffuse these favorite blends to get you going this spring.

LIFE HACK - You can easily transform these blends into roller recipes and sprays!

To make a 10 mL roller from any recipe - triple the number of drops to make a total of 35-45 total drops, add a carrier of choice (we love V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex) and you're good to go.

To make a 2 oz spray from any recipe - double the number of drops to a total of about 25 drops, ad a splash of witch hazel and fill with filtered water. Spray on upholstered surfaces, bedding, rugs, anywhere you want to freshen!

Check it - many of these recipes contain the Gifts with Purchase oils in March. Get the everyday products you need and get free oils to use in the diffuser too!

Happy diffusing!!

Not sure what to do? Click here to get started.

As always, I'm here to support you!
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Easy Button



Springtime means a changing of the seasons and a changing of the air quality in many places! when the yellow starts to fly, we add this blend of oils to our diffusers (and rollers!) and breathe in deeply. 

Lavender is calming to the sinuses, Peppermint opens the airways, Lemon is purifying and Copiaba is soothing.


Relax and uplift with the spicy scent of Thieves, the soothing scent of R.C. and the happy scent of Orange.

This blend is wonderful for the immune and respiratory systems and works even better when paired with steam.

Add these oils to your diffuser as you soak in the tub or take a hot shower and open the airways while you relax.

This fresh, sweet diffuser blend is perfect any time of the day. 

Purification is cleansing and bright, Orange is happy and uplifting, and Lavender is calming and soothing. 

When paired together they create an atmosphere that is welcoming and hopeful - perfect for the promise of spring.


Kick the germs and bring some freshness to your space with this blend of Thieves, Lemon and Frankincense. This is a favorite to diffuse after school, while we sleep or anytime someone is starting to feel less than great.

Thieves brings the power of Clove, Eucalyptus and Thyme to kick the ick, while Frankincense and Lemon up the immune boosting power.

This trio also makes a wonderful roller blend - just do 5x the drops.


Bring the bright, soothing scent of the herb garden indoors with this blend of Lavender, Lemongrass, and Eucalyptus.

Lemongrass and Eucalyptus are both purifying oils which are wonderful for cleansing the environment, and Lavender is calming and soothing to the mind, body and spirit. 

This trio is great support for all the springtime blooms too.

Bask in the promise of springtime sunshine with this bright, crisp diffuser blend.

Purification and Lemon are cleansing and purifying, and Basil is herbaceous and earthy.

This combination is perfect for feeling like your home is freshly cleaned - even when it isn't.

Plus, this trio of oils is wonderful for helping us release feelings of 'stuck' - something that often happens in those last weeks of winter.

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

Winter Nights Blend Oil Spotlight - Jan 2022

Winter Nights Essential Oil Blend

Oil Spotlight for January

Winter Nights essential oil blend is a winter staple. This combination of Northern Lights Black Spruce, Peppermint, Cedarwood, and Orange is crisp and cool and reminiscent of softly falling snow. Winter Nights fills your home with the peace of crisp midnight air in winter, and the warmth of cozy spaces, making it perfect for this time of year.


Just a Drop of Winter Nights...

  • Has a fresh, woodsy aroma
  • Creates an uplifting, relaxing, serene environment
  • Invites the peaceful feeling of cozy winter nights into your home
  • A wonderful addition to DIYs
  • Can be used with massage for a relaxing, invigorating experience
  • Contains Northern Lights Black Spruce
Winter Nights essential oil is THE oil blend for the winter season. Not only is the aroma crisp and cool and comforting, this blend contains both Cedarwood and Northern Lights Black Spruce - both of which are 'tree' oils. Tree oils are a favorite this time of year for a good reason. They are calming and grounding for the emotions, they have immune support properties, and they can help support the body's natural response to pain and inflammation. Add in the muscle and joint support of Peppermint and the bright, happy aroma of Orange, and this blend definitely sounds like something we want to keep on and around our bodies this time of year.

Background

Young Living's exclusive Winter Nights essential oil blend features Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil, produced exclusively at the Northern Lights Farm and Distillery in British Columbia, Cananda. Established in 2014, this farm remains a pristine landscape to grow and harvest the botanical for one of Young Living's most-beloved essential oils. Orange, produced at the Amanzi Amahle Cooperative Farm in South Africa, and Peppermint, produced at the Labbeemint Partner Distillery in Washington USA, join to add some brightness and effervescence to the Winter Nights blend and to elevate the forestry notes of Black Spruce and Cedarwood.

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.
  • Alpha-pinene and beta-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown these constituents to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind.
  • Bornyl acetate - may help calm and focus the mind.
Winter Nights & Emotions

According to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medial tradition, our health is a holistic balance of the mind, body, and spirit, with each person having a dominant energy type, or dosa. During the winter months we are more inclined to rest and hibernate, which can often lead to the winter blues. Winter is the season of kapha, the dosa marked by a certain heaviness, a tendency toward mental fog, and sometimes weight gain. However, we can work with the body and energy type can help lift the lethargy of winter. Oils can help us sit in this seasonal shift without lowering our emotional energy.

Create an application ritual with Winter Nights and any other oils you choose to add. This ritual is a reminder to not hold on to restrictive feelings, which can happen when there's too much kasha.

  • Gently rub the skin between your toes to create warmth in the area. Massage in 4-5 drops of your chosen oil, spending about 3-5 seconds between each toe.
  • With the oil still on your fingers and palms, massage the bottoms of your feet, spending 30 seconds on each one.
  • Move up to your wrists and gently massage the area with your thumb; spend 10-15 seconds on each wrist.
  • Next, move to the ears. Use your fingers to massage the area behind your ears in circles for 15 seconds.
  • Floating up to the forehead, massage your temples with your forefingers in circles for 10 seconds.
  • Finally, cup your palms over your nose and mouth and take five deep inhales.
Winter Nights & Yoga

Yoga can have a profound impact on improving energy levels, especially during the winter months. Begin your day with a sun salutations to capitalize on the energy of the sun. Focus on asanas to invigorate a healthy kapha.

  • Choose a diffuser blend below, and set it near your mat.
  • Apply oils to the crown of the head (it won't make your hair greasy if you don't rub it in, just drop it), wrists and heart.
  • Breathe deeply, repeat a positive mantra or focus on a word or intention you want to manifest.

Daily Habits with Winter Nights:

Use Winter Nights in the emotional ritual above and during yoga to help with the winter blues.

Make this Winter Blues Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Grapefruit essential oil
  • 5 drops Neroli essential oil
  • 5 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • Fill with a carrier of choice
Add a few drops of Winter Nights to yarn-wrapped pine cones for a scented fire starter. Details on this cute and easy DIY here.

Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Use Winter Nights alone or pair it with Vanilla, Lavender, Grapefruit, or Bergamot.

Use it in conjunction with Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap and Lotion to fill you home and leave your skin smelling amazing with its cool, comforting aroma.

Add it to Young Living's Car Vent Diffuser or use it in a car diffuser (a simple clothes pin works too) to leave your car smelling as fresh as the crips midnight winter air. No diffuser? Add drops of Winter Nights to cotton rounds or small cloths and place beneath the seats. Refresh the drops as needed.

Take a relaxing bath before bed. Add 10 drops each Winter Nights + Vanilla + Lavender to 1 cup Epsom Salt and place under warm running water.

Make a simple massage oil and give tired legs and feet some TLC.
  • 1/4 cup V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier oil
  • 30 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
  • 20 drops Lavender essential oil
  • a few pumps of Relaxation Massage oil (optional)
Add Winter Nights to your Young Living bath and body products for a crips, comforting experience.

Whip up a simple room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
  • 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 crisp, cool and comforting scent of Winter Nights.

  • Cozy Fireside - 6 drops Winter Nights + 5 drops Vanilla
  • Brisk Walk - 5 drops Winter Nights + 3 drops Lemon, 3 drops Bergamot
  • Sun Salutation - 4 drops Winter Nights + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 2 drops Lemon
  • Date Night - 5 drops Winter Nights + 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Ylang Ylang
  • Feeling Fresh - 6 drops Winter Nights + 3 drops Eucalyptus Radiata + 2 drops Lemon
  • Winter Nap - 5 drops Lavender + 4 drops Winter Nights + 2 drops Vetiver

Join us in using Winter Nights essential oil blend daily this month and beyond.


Want to try Winter Nights 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

Jan's DIY - Oil-Infused Shower Melts

Oil-Infused Shower Melts DIY
Make this to Pamper Yourself

These essential oil shower melts are easy to make (only a few household ingredients!) and are a perfect way to add a little something extra to your morning routine. Choose fresh, crisp oils and blends like Peppermint, Raven, and Citrus Fresh for an invigorating steam shower to start your day. 

These also make a lovely gift!

DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts:
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops of essential oil(s)*
  • Water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicone mold
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, you might need to add another teaspoon of water.

Add 20 drops of essential oil(s) of your choice and mix well. Scoop into silicone molds (or reuse an empty k-cup) 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!

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.

Oil Pairing Ideas to try:

  • Peppermint + Eucalyptus Radiata
  • Rosemary + Peppermint
  • Raven + Lemon
  • Lavender + Peppermint
  • Lemon + Eucalyptus + Rosemary
  • Tangerine + Rosemary + Lemon
  • Thieves + Peppermint
  • Citrus Fresh + Thieves
  • Or any of your favorites! Just remember that oils with a stronger scent tend to do better in this recipe.
Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see what you've made!

Want to create these DIY Shower Melts, 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

Gift with Purchase! - Jan 2022

January's gifts with Purchase


Energize your new year with January's gifts with purchase! This month is full of powerful essential oil favorites you can use every day. Infuse everything - from your hair care to your homemade cleaners - with Rosemary's invigorating scent, Grapefruit's zesty aroma, and Lime's citrusy goodness.

Turn any shower into a spa with the fresh scent of Eucalyptus Radiata or the soothing, woodsy aroma of Cedarwood.

With the Seed to Seal Story Collection, you'll receive limited-edition 10 mL bottles containing some of our oil all-starts: Lavender, Tea Tree, and Peppermint. And as always, your order ships for free at or above 100 PV.

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out January's 'How to Use' blog post.

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 on my porch with fun freebies inside!


Freebies To Start January 2022


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. Stock up on all-time favorites and your order will ship for free.


190 PV Orders


With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 15 mL EUCALYPTUS RADIATA essential oil. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 15 mL GRAPEFRUIT and a 15 mL ROSEMARY essential oil.



EUCALYPTUS RADIATA essential oil, 15 mL
  • Love your locks. Give those tresses the royal treatment! Massage a few drops of Eucalyptus Radiata into your scalp so the rejuvenation scent can refresh your hair.
  • Drift off to dreamland. Rub a little Eucalyptus Radiata on the booms of your feet and inhale the aroma as you settle down for a long winter's nap.


GRAPEFRUIT, 15 mL

  • Refresh the room. Want your room to feel like a sunny beach house? Grapefruit brings a welcome burst of freshness, whether you're diffusing it or using it to eat up your household cleaners.
  • Show off a sweet, summery scent. Grapefruit's sweet, invigorating aroma can brighten any day. Just dab a little on your wrists and neck to sport a fresh personal scent.
  • NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
ROSEMARY, 15 mL
  • Show your scalp some TLC. Massage a few drops of this fresh, woodsy essential oil into your scalp by adding into your favorite shampoo Mix it with Cedarwood (the 300 PV tier gift with purchase) for a refreshing scalp mask.
  • Sprits the stinky and sticky. Clean to your heart's content, spritzing away stinky orders and sticky counters with a Rosemary-infused DIY cleaner.
  • NOTE: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL LIME essential oil and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!


LIME essential oil, 15 mL
  • Add some zest to your day and take a mini tropical staycation in a bottle! Invite Lime's sunny, citrusy notes into your favorite spaces by diffusing it or add it to your DIY cleaner to enjoy its fresh clean scent.
  • Get that glow. What's a vacation without some spa time? Give your skin some glow by applying 2 drops of Lime to your face with a cotton pad as you wind down for bed.
300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL CEDARWOOD, a SEED TO SEAL STORY COLLECTION and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!


  • Experience three powerhouse oils: Lavender, Tea Tree and Peppermint. Drift to sleep with dreamy Lavender, bash the appearance of blemishes with herbaceous Tea Tree, and cool down those tired legs after a run with cooling Peppermint.
  • Use from sunup to sundown. These essential oil favorites are easy to add to nearly every part of your day-to-day, from soothing skin care to homemade cleaners.
CEDARWOOD essential oil, 15 mL
  • Treat those tresses. You have to wear your hair everyday, so let Cedarwood make it your best-looking feature! Warm a few drops on you hand and fingers and gently rub it into your scalp for healthy-looking hair.
  • Soften the appearance of your skin. Add Cedarwood to your nightly body lotion, daily face moisturizes, a weekly face mask and marvel at how it cleanses, moisturizers, and conditions your skin.
  • Sweeten your surroundings. Share Cedarwood's calm, complementary scent by adding it to your diffuser blends. Mix it with citrus notes, floral accents, or earthy tones to create your own unique combinations.
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 January.

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:
FAQs:
What is January's Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV and your order ships free. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 300PV) and qualify for a new tier, you receive free products.

Earn points on products
Not only do you receive free goodies, but if you place a 50 PV+ order each month with Subscribe to Save program, you'll also earn loyalty  points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

Earn exclusive gifts
If all those perks weren't enough, subscribers receive a free loyalty gift as a thank you each time you reach a benchmark anniversary of 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months of sequential ordering on Subscribe to Save.

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

Essentials for Dec 2021

December Essentials
What should I order?


The holidays are upon us and the year is winding down, so you will find us cozied up at home with those we love... diffusing oils, making DIYs, gathering with our family and friends.


We are here to give full presence to all that this season brings, and here are a few products we are using to enhance this beautiful time of year.


Vanilla Oleoresin - for a warm, welcoming aroma
Peppermint essential oil - for diffusing, baking, and merry making
NingXia Red Combo Pack - for healthy hearts and minds
Christmas Spirit essential oil blend - for all the cozy, festive feelings!
Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, 3 pack - for clean, soft, moisturized hands with a scent no store can match
Super Vitamin D - for immune, emotional, bone and muscle health

Vanilla Oleoresin

Vanilla is the quintessential warm, inviting scent, making it a wonderful addition to diffuser blends, DIYs, roller blends and even Thieves Household Cleaner. Young Living's Vanilla is not strictly an extract or an absolute, both of which contain monthly alcohol and do not blend well with essential oils. 


Noticing these flaws in mainstream vanilla extracts and absolutes, the D. Gary Young Research Institute worked to find a vanilla product that would meet the Seed to Seal quality commitment and blend well with essential oils. The result is a first-of-its-kind extraction method that yields a Vanilla oleoresin in fractioned coconut oil that diffuses and blends beautifully with essential oils.

Learn more about Vanilla oleoresin in December's Oil of the Month Spotlight post.

Peppermint Essential Oil

Bring the crisp, sweet scent of candy canes into your home with Peppermint essential oil. Peppermint is a natural cross between water mint and spearmint that has an uplifting, invigorating aroma that creates a focused, bright environment with diffused.

Peppermint is soothing when applied topically, making it great post workout or when your neck and shoulders fell tense. Peppermint Vitality essential oil has a minty, refreshing flavor that supports healthy digestion... and is a perfect addition to any holiday baking.

Note: Peppermint and Peppermint Vitality are the same essential oil.

Want to know more? April's Oil Spotlight blog post gives you all the details!
NingXia Red Antioxidant Drink
Combo Pack

Packets for you, bottles for gifting! Add a shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful, whole-body supplement. There are MANY reasons we love this wolfberry puree (see the list of blog posts for all the ways).

NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, aronia, 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 ounce helps support overall wellness with powerful antioxidants.

Learn more about NingXia Red:
Christmas Spirit Essential Oil Blend

This blend of Cinnamon, Spruce and Orange is the most festive blend for the season. Christmas Spirit is a beautiful medley of three oils reminiscent of winter holidays.

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 he Orient. Black Spruce essential oil has an aromatic influence that brings a feeling of balance and grounding. Diffuse this oil all season long (and beyond!)

Learn more about Christmas Sprit blend (which is free this month with purchase) in December's How to Use blog post and how to use Christmas Spirit in these yummy diffuser recipes.
Winter Nights
Foaming Hand Soap

Bring the brisk winter air into your home with our favorite seasonal hand soap - Winter Nights Foaming Hand soap. Young Living's signature scent Winter Nights Blend features Northern Lights Black Spruce, Cedarwood, Orange, and Peppermint essential oils, which are the perfect combination for the season.

The plant-based formula cleans hands without over-drying and aloe and ginkgo biloba botanicals moisturize the skin, making it feel softer and healthier, which is especially important during the driest seasons.
Super Vitamin D

Who doesn't need a super boos of sunshine? Young Living's plant-based Super Vitamin D is highly absorbable, vegan friendly, and completely synthetic free. Dissolvable in a delicious mixed berry-flavored tablet, Super Vitamin D is a great source of Vitamin D that helps support bone growth and healthy muscle.

Vitamin D plays a key function in respiratory health, and through its innate and adaptive defense mechanisms, it supports the body's respiratory immune system. This dissolvable tablet is made with lemon balm extract and Vitamin D to support mood and hormone regulation. SIGN US UP! This time of year can be hard emotionally, so adding Vitamin D to our supplement routine can make a big impact. 

Learn more about Super Vitamin D in this month's Supplement Spotlight.

Want to try the essentials for December (Vanilla Oleoresin, Peppermint essential oil, NingXia Red Combo Pack, Christmas Spirit essential oil blend, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer

 
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