Storybook Rollers & Sprays DIY Recipes

Storybook Rollers & Sprays Recipes

Do you remember your favorite childhood story? Nostalgia is something that can bring peace to our hearts and minds. Remembering a beautiful, well-written story from childhood can be so therapeutic, and it is so fun to share with the little ones in our lives today. And a little whimsy to your day with these storybook and fairytale inspired rollers and sprays.

You can transform any of these recipes into a 10 mL roller blend or a 2 oz spray! if you want a larger spray bottle, simply double the amounts. To use the sprays, add the ingredients to a bottle, invert to mix and spray onto surfaces or skin as desired.

Sleeping Beauty

This blend is wonderful for helping support sleep! Roll onto wrists, chest, bottom of the feet. Spray onto sheets, pajamas, stuffed animals or lovies.

Sleeping Beauty Roller (10 mL) - 20 drops each Lavender, Peace & Calming, & Tangerine + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier oil of choice

Sleeping Beauty Spray (2 oz) - 10 drops each Lavender, Peace & Calming, & Tangerine + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Rapunzel, Rapunzel

These are some of our favorite oils for hair growth and health! Plus you can add some extra oils to specifically deter common clean hair-loving pests. If using for school or daycare age children, double the recipe and make it in a larger bottle for consistent use.

Rapunzel, Rapunzel Healthy Hair Spray (2 oz) - 10 drops each Rosemary, Cedarwood, & Lavender + 5 drops each Melrose, Geranium, Tea Tree (optional and great for school-age kiddos!) + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

For healthy, happy hair - spray into hair after washing and style as usual.

Thumbelina

These oils are some of our favorites for supporting emotions, confidence and courage for adults and kids alike! Roll onto wrists, chest, back of the neck as needed. Spray onto clothing, blankets or even into the hair.

Thumbelina Roller (10 mL) - 25 drops KidPower + 20 drops Lavender + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Thumbelina Spray (2 oz) - 12 drops each KidPower Lavender + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Magic Carpet

One of the oils we turn to when we need a little help with our moods or tantrums (adult and kids alike) is EndoFlex! This hormone-supporting blend can be so helpful when we are feeling really big, complex emotions. Roll onto chest, wrists, back of neck and breathe deeply. Spray onto a blanket, clothing or any comfort item and hold it near the face as you breathe deeply.

Magic Carpet Roller (10 mL) - 20 drops EndoFlex + 25 drops Valor + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Magic Carpet Spray (2 oz) - 10-12 drops each EndoFlex & Valor + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Hansel & Gretel

Whenever you find yourself having a bit too much gingerbread and candy, grab this combo of belly-loving oils. Roll over the abdomen as needed.

Hazel & Gretel Roller (10 mL) - 15 drops each DiGize & Lemon + 10 drops Peppermint + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Jack & Jill

If you fall down and break your crown, these oils will help you get back up again!

Jack & Jill Roller (10 mL) - 15 drops each Frankincense, Lavender, Tea Tree or Melrose, & Helichrysum + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Jack & Jill Spray (2 oz) - 7 drops each Frankincense, Lavender, Tea Tree or Melrose, & Helichrysum + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Princess and the Pea

These oils are our go-to when we feel like we've slept on a lumpy mattress. Roll or spray these blends to support sore muscles and tension anywhere you need it!

Princess and the Pea Roller (10 mL) - 15 drops each Peppermint, Copaiba, Cypress, & PanAway or Wintergreen + 1-2 dorpperfuls Cool Mint CBD drops + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Princess and the Pea Spray (2 oz) - 7 drops each Peppermint, Copaiba, Cypress, & PanAway or Wintergreen + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Atlas' Adventure

Whenever you're heading out for an adventure, keep this roller and spray combination handy to deter outdoor pests! Roll or spray all over the body, spray onto clothing as needed.

Atlas' Adventure Roller (10 mL) - 20 drops each Citronella, Tea Tree, & Lavender + 15 drops Geranium + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Atlas' Adventure Spray (2 oz) - 10 drops each Citronella, Tea Tree, & Lavender + 7 drops Geranium + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Fairy Garden

When you're feeling the weight of the world, this is the blend to turn to (and it makes a lovely perfume). Roll it over your heart, pray, breathe deeply, calm your mind Spray onto any surface, clothing, into your hair, on upholstered surfaces - anywhere you can to get these oils around you.

Fairy Garden Roller (10 mL) - 15 drops each Stress Away, Grapefruit, Lavender, & Tangerine + 10 drops each Davana & Vetiver + V-6 Vegetable oil or carrier of choice

Fairy Garden Spray (2 oz) - 8 drops each Stress Away, Grapefruit, Lavender, & Tangerine + 5 drops each Davana & Vetiver + splash of witch hazel + filtered water

Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these Storybook Rollers & Sprays recipes, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

DIY Bath Soap for Kids - May 2022

DIY Bath Soap for Kids

Ready for a fun DIY? We've go you covered!

Here's an easy, rainy day craft to do this summer or anytime your kids need a fun activity! Make your own soap and get a prize at bath time!

DIY Bath Soap for Kids
Recipe by Katie Weber

  • Molds to make the soap (plastic cups work too)
  • Cooking spray or coconut oil
  • Pure solid glycerin soap (found in cubes at any craft store)
  • Essential oils (its fun to let kids choose their favorites)
  • Natural food coloring or soap dye (craft stores)
  • Small plastic toys
Step 1 - Coat the inside of your molds/cups with oil or cooking spray.

Step 2 - This step is for adults because it involves hot liquids. Melt soap by placing cubes of soap in a measuring cup and microwave for 30 seconds - continue in 15 second intervals until the soap is melted.

Step 3 - Add in a few drops of food coloring/soap dye to reach your desired color. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4 - Add 6-8 drops of your essential of choice. For bath time we love LavenderSleepyIzeStressAway, and Peace & Calming.

Step 5 - Carefully fill mold about 1/3 of the way full with the hot soap. Let cool for 20 minutes, and then place the small plastic toy on top of the mostly hardened soap.

Step 6 - Repeat Steps 2-4 to melt and color the remaining soap. Pour another layer of soap into the mold to cover the plastic toy.

Step 7 - Let cool for 2+ hours. Once completely cooled, turn the mold upside down and pop the soap out.

Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these DIY Bath Soap for Kids, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

KidScents Collection Spotlight - May 2022

KidScents Collection Spotlight

When it comes to taking care of our families, having safe, effective products for our children sone of our biggest goals. So many members have begun their Young Living journey because of a desire to have natural options for their growing families, which is why Young Living created the KidScents line! Each product in this line is created specifically for children, using safe and effective ingredients that their growing bodies need.

"Purity starts in our fields, but it's proven in the lab. The highly trained scientists of our D. Gary Young Research Institute perform hundreds of tests at every step to ensure that we deliver the purest, most potent, and highest quality essential oils and oil-infused products." Source

This kind of promise is exactly what I want when it comes to the essential oils and products that I am using for myself, in my household, and especially for my children!

KidScents at a Glance

  • Formulated specifically for children
  • Essential oil blends are pre-diluted for ages 2+, making them easy to use
  • Contain no harsh chemicals or harmful ingredients
  • Line incudes essential oil blends, essential oil roll-ons, personal care products and supplement specifically for children

Personal Care Products


Naturally derived ingredients keep this hydrating and hypoallergenic formula gentle enough for use on little ones with sensitive skin while conditions their scalps and cleansing their hair.

  • Plant-based formula washes away grease and dirt while keeping hair soft
  • Hypoallergenic, gentle formula specially formulated for sensitive skin and little scalps
  • Formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oils, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, or harsh chemicals
  • Formulated with nourishing botanicals and a conditioning ingredient
  • Infused with Lemon and Tangerine premium essential oils


KidScents Bath Gel is hypoallergenic and gets children squeaky clean with gentle, naturally derived, nourishing botanicals and premium essential oils.

  • Formulated without mineral oils, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or harsh chemicals.
  • Contains kiwi fruit and cucumber extract, which act as natural sources of Vitamin C and antioxidants for the skin
  • Cruelty-free, non-irritating formula features powerful botanicals that leave skin moisturized, rejuvenated, and soothed
  • Nourishing botanicals keep skin soft, smooth, and refreshed
  • Hypoallergenic formula that is gentle on sensitive skin


KidScents Lotion features nourishing botanicals to gently hydrate and soothe children's skin.

  • Naturally high in Vitamin E
  • Contains cold-pressed, premium watermelon seed oil, which works as a moisturizing skin conditioner
  • Utilizes premium raspberry seed oil, which acts as a skin-conditioning agent
  • Mild formula nourishes, soothe, and hydrates skin with gentle, plant-based ingredients
  • Formulated without synthetic perfumes, artificial colorings, fragrances, preservatives, or mineral oils


KidScents Toothpaste's gentle cleaning ingredients help fight plaque, clean children's teeth, and remove buildup to support healthy-looking gums - all while remaining fluoride and SLS free.

  • Contains Grapefruit and Spearmint premium essential oils, which provide a sweet, minty taste that is complemented by xylitol and stevia, two natural sweeteners.
  • Fights plaque and gently removes surface stains with brushing
  • Formulated without fluoride, SLS, synthetic dyes, peroxide, gluten-containing ingredients, or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
  • Contains organic coconut oil to help boost the cleaning action for optimal cleaning
  • Gently cleans teeth with a naturally derived formula that was specifically created for children.

Children's Vitamins & Supplements


KidScents MightyZyme contains enzymes that naturally occur in the body that support and assist the digestive needs of growing bodies and the normal digestion of foods.

  • For relief of occasional symptoms, including fullness, pressure, bloating, gas, flatulence, pain and/or minor cramping that may occur after eating
  • Formulated for children ages 2 and older


KidScents MightyVites include a full range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients that deliver whole-food multi nutrient support to your child's general health and well-being.

  • Provides a premium, synergistic complex to support your child's body
  • Provides premium vitamins, minerals, and food-based nutrients to support general health and well-being
  • Energizes, builds, and supports your child's wellness
  • Specifically designed for children using nutrient-dense, food-based superfruits, plants and vegetables to deliver a full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients
  • Fortified with Orgen-FA, an ingredient in Orgen-Kid, which is the best source for naturally derived folate available
  • Offers a daily whole-food multnurtient
  • Contains no preservatives or synthetic flavors or colors
  • Formulated with wolf berry powder


Kidscents MightlyPro is a great-tasting blend of prebiotics and probiotics featuring over 8 billion active, life cultures specifically formulated to support gastrointestinal, digestive, and immune health in children.

  • Supports gastrointestinal and immune health in children
  • Promotes general health for children
  • Promotes healthy bacteria in the gut
  • Successfully colonizes the GI tract
  • May help with occasional bouts of constipation
  • Provides support against occasional digestive discomfort
  • Helps with diarrhea, gas, and bloating
  • Promotes digestive health


KidScents Unwind is specifically formulated for children to help promote a clam and relaxed state, reduce restlessness, and improve focus and mental clarity at home and in the classroom.

  • Contains magnesium and calming essential oils
  • Helps with occasional sleeplessness
  • Reduces restlessness
  • Improves focus and mental clarity at home and in the classroom
  • Eases occasional irritability and stress

Pre-Diluted Essential Oil Blends

KidScents SleepyIze - for sleepy time...

The exclusive and carefully formulated blend of Lavender, Geranium, Roman Chamomile, Bergamot and other premium essential oils in SleepyIze helps set the scene for a calm nighttime routine.

  • Aroma can help children unwind and relax as part of a bedtime rotuine
  • Prediluted for delicate skin
  • Soothing when used topically with massage
  • Aroma promotes feelings of relaxation and tranquility and helps create a calming, restful atmoshpere
  • Regular use helps promote a healthy nighttime routine

KidScents TummyGize - for tummy troubles...

KidScents TummyGize is a blend with a relaxing aroma that is great to use when your little one has feelings of disquiet and discomfort.

  • Great to apply while trying to ease feelings of discomfort
  • Has a naturally comforting and quieting aroma that may help when dealing with tiny tummies
  • Soothes when use topically with massage
  • Aroma creates an inviting and comforting atmosphere
  • Prediluted, for delicate skin

KidScents SniffleEase - for tiny sniffles...

When sniffles and stuffiness hamper your little one, reach for the relaxing, quieting aroma of KidScents SniffleEase.

  • Formulated exclusively to meet the needs of children
  • Provides a relaxing, quieting aroma that can be applied to chests and throats
  • Formulated without synthetic perfumes, dyes, or artificial colors
  • Prediluted for delicate skin

KidScents GeneYus - for school days & homework...

KidScents GeneYus essential oil blend offers a beautiful, rich aroma that promotes an atmosphere for inspiration, productivity, and positivity that is ideal when children are concentrating on projects or schoolwork.

  • Helps create a sharp, fresh environment that is great while children work on schoolwork and projects
  • Excellent to diffuse while working for a productive, positive atmosphere
  • Promotes an atmosphere for inspiration with a blend of premium essential oils
  • Formulated without mineral oil, synthetic perfumes, wheat, soy, corn, synthetic dyes, or artificial colors
  • Prediluted for delicate skin

KidScents Owie - for little owies...

When roughhousing goes wrong, reach for this comforting, reassuring blend that naturally soothes, has an aroma that is calming in times of distress, and features premium essential oils that support the appearance of healthy-looking skin.

  • Prediluted for delicate skin
  • Naturally soothes dry and sensitive skin
  • Soothing when used topically with massage
  • Aroma helps promote feelings of wellness and is soothing to emotions in times of distress
  • Aroma helps release feelings of distress and discomfort

Kidscents KidPower - for calm & confident feelings...

Kidscents KidPower is a unique, everyday blend formulated to help inspire feelings of confidence, courage, and positivity at home, at school, or on the playground.

  • Empowers and uplifts with its unique aroma
  • Scent helps ease occasional feelings of doubt, fear, and worry
  • Aroma helps support feelings of emotional balance, well-being, and positivity
  • Safe for children ages 2 and up and predicted for delicate skin
  • Formulated without synthetic perfumes, dyes, or artificial colors

Pre-Diluted Essential Oil Roll-Ons

KidScents SleepyIze Roll-On - find all of the calm, sleepy time feelings of KidScents SleepyIze blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

KidScents TummyGize Roll-On - find all of the tummy soothing power of KidScents TummyGize blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

KidScents SniffleEase Roll-On - find all of the calming, soothing respiratory relief of KidScents SniffleEase blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

KidScents GeneYus Roll-On - find all of the focused, homework-helping oils of KidScents GeneYus blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

KidScents Owie Roll-On - find the comforting, skin-loving oils of KidScents Owie blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

Kidscents KidPower Roll-On - find the soothing, confidence-inspiring aroma of the KidScents KidPower blend in a convenient pre-diluted roll-on bottle

KidScents Roll-On Collection - created for the cutest mini members of your crew, the KidScents Roll-On Collection offers parents natural options with premium essential oils that are free of synthetic fillers, fragrances, or dyes for peace-of-mind parenting solutions. This collection features six pre-diluted 10 mL essential oil roll-ons: GeneYus, KidPower, Owie, SleepyIze, SniffleEase and TummyGize.

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

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

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

Vetiver Oil Spotlight - May 2022

Vertiver
Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. This month, we will be focusing on a deep, woodsy oil know for its ability to calm and still our mind and focus our brain waves! Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day!

Vetiver is calming, grounding and stabilizing and can be a great tool to help us cope with stress, recover from emotional trauma, and handle frantic emotions. Vetiver is also wonderfully supportive of calming our brain waves from high frequency to lower frequency, making it a favorite for inviting in deep, restful sleep! This can be from a normal state down to a meditative or sleep frequency, or from a heightened frequency to one of focus. 

When used topically, Vetiver can be helpful to support the body's response to inflammatory conditions. Because of this and its ability to support healthy circulation, vetiver has historically been used in topical arthritis preparations.

Home - Haiti, Ecuador

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

  • Isovalencenol
  • Khusimol
Product Options
Vetiver is a key ingredient in:
Daily Habits with Vetiver

  • Diffuse at bedtime to promote sleep. Pairs well with Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Northern Lights Black Spruce.
  • Diffuse with Peppermint and Cedarwood to support focus.
  • Apply over the heart, wrists, and the back of the neck, bottom of the feet as needed.
  • Make a topical rub with Vetiver, Frankincense, PanAway, Peppermint, Copaiba and/or other oils supportive of the joints/muscles. You can even add a dropperful of Nature's Ultra CBD.
  • Make a FOCUS roller with Vetiver, Cedarwood, Peppermint, GeneYus and/or Clarity - about 1- drops each oil then top with a carrier.
  • Remember to use Vetiver DAILY while taking deep breaths and repeating a positive or calming mantra - "I am safe, I will focus on what I can control."
NOTE: Vetiver is thick so either remove the plastic insert and use a dropper to apply OR hold the bottle in your hand to slightly warm the oil before use.

Join us in using Vetiver essential oil daily to ground our emotions, focus our minds and release past trauma. Want to try Vetiver 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

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

Essentials for May 2022

Stress-Free Essentials

Stress stored in the body can cause a myriad of issues - both physical and emotional - so anything we can do to release that stress will improve our health. Let go of the stress in your daily life with intentional habits and these favorite products.

CBD Calm Roll-on - the ultimate in calming blend
Davana essential oil - a sweet & uplifting oil
SleepEssence - for restful sleep
Cedarwood essential oil - for calming & relaxing
Stress Away Roll-on - an instant vacation anytime you need it
CortiStop - for stress recovery


CBD Calm Roll-On

The Calm CBD blend is infused with essential oils like Lavender, Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, and Vetiver that 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.

Learn more about CBD Calm Roll-on in the May 2022 Ditch & Switch blog post for more tips.


Davana Essential Oil

Davana essential oil has a sweet, fragrant aroma when diffused, beautifies the skin and reduces the appearance of blemishes, and helps support deep emotional needs. 

This is an oil we really want in our arsenal at all times! It makes a wonderful addition to perfume blends and is a great choice for helping support the emotions.

See the May 2022 Davana Oil Spotlight blog post for more about this versatile oil.


SleepEssence

SleepEssence combines Lavender, Vetiver, Valerian, and Ruta essential oils with melatonin for a natural way to enable a full night's rest. When we are stressed, our bodies and brains need rest, both physical and mental, and SleepEssence can help us give our bodies what we need.

Learn more about SleepEssence in the May 2021 Supplement Spotlight blog post.

Cedarwood

Cedarwood essential oil feels like a walk through a beautiful forest - warm, welcoming and calming to the senses. This oil is great for everything from focus to skincare to sleep and is one we always have on hand when it's time to rest and relax. 

Add Cedarwood to Epsom Salt, pair with Lavender in the diffuser, even us it in a roller before bed.

Learn more about Cedarwood in the Oil of the Month blog post.

Stress Away Roll-on

Stress Away is your vacation in a bottle - convenient and ready to go with you to the grocery store, school, work, or wherever you need to pretend you're in a beach chair sipping something cold and watching the waves.

Roll this blend over your wrists, chest and behind the neck any time you want a quick vacation.

CortiStop

CortiStop is designed to address the way women's bodies react to the cortisol produced when under stress.

CortiStop is an herb and essential oil supplement that helps to naturally balance the stress response by calming the body and lowering cortisol levels. As cortisol declines, strength and energy return, and the body moves back to a state of equilibrium.

For more about why CortiStop, check out the May 2021 Supplement Spotlight blog post.

Want to try the essentials for May (CBD Calm Roll-onDavana essential oilSleepEssenceCedarwood essential oilStress Away Roll-on, and CortiStop), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

DIY Shimmer Scrub & Body Oil - May 2022

DIY Shimmer Scrub & Body Oil

The summer heat and sunshine often bring dry skin with them, but these two fun simple DIYs will combat the dryness while adding a bit of sparkle to your skin. Use them together in the summer or anytime you want a little shimmer in your day.

A body scrub is a great way to remove dry, dead skin, and follow it with body oil to lock in moisture. Body oil also enhances the appearance of arms and legs (or really any body part on which you apply it). These DIYs are a fun way to rehydrate your skin!

DIY Shimmer Body Scrub

Step 1 - Add sugars, coffee and mica/eyeshadow to a small bowl and combine. Mix in jojoba oil and essential oils and store in a glass jar.
Step 2 - When you're in the shower, scrub dry skin gently, then rinse. You'll be left with radiant skin and a soft, barely there sparkle!

Note: This scrub should keep for 2-3 months without the need for refrigeration. Be careful not to get any water in your scrub or it will go bad much sooner.

DIY Simmer Body Oil

  • Use a carrier oil, such as rosehip oil or avocado oil (you can also use jojoba oil or V-6 carrier oil, but the results will be more oily and need to dry longer on the skin.)
  • Savvy Minerals eyeshadow in a shimmery color:
    • Wanderlust - pearl-colored shimmer
    • Envy - brown shimmer
    • Residual - gold-tone shimmer
    • Note: mixing Residual or Wanderlust with Envy will give you a gold or pearl toned bronzing effect
Step 1 - Combine the ingredients in a small bowl, and stir until throughly combined. Use the back of a spoon to break up large chunks of eyeshadow and create a smooth oil. Continue adding eye shadow until you get a color you like.
Step 2 - Transfer to a lidded glass jar and keep for up to a year.
Step 3 - This DIY body oil may look dark in the jar, but when applied, the effect is very subtle. The eyeshadow tends to settle at the bottom of the oil, so shake gently before each use.
Step 4 - Customize this body oil for you! If you want a bronzing effect, use a shade of eyeshadow with bronze tones. If you just want shimmer without the bronze shade, use a white or pearl colored eyeshadow like Wanderlust or powder highlighter like Diamond Veil.

Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these DIY Shimmer Scrub & Body 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

Davana Oil Spotlight - May 2022

Davana
Essential Oil Spotlight

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

Davana essential oil has a sweet, fragrant aroma when diffused beautifies the skin and reduces the appearance of blemishes, and helps support deep emotional needs. THis is an oil we really want in our arsenal at all times.


Just a Drop of Davana

  • Has an sweet, exotic floral aroma
  • Traditionally used by Ayurvedic healers
  • Promotes the appearance of radiant, glowing skin when applied topically
  • Heightens the senses when used during meditation and intent of thoughts and words
Davana has a distinct aroma that is somewhat sweet and fruity, but it develops differently depending on the chemistry of the individual applying it. It is a very popular oil in perfumery, but it is much more than a pleasant scent. Davana can be helpful for supporting healthy blood sugar levels, promoting even skin tone and releasing stored negative emotions.

Background

Native to souther India, the Davana plant is a member of the daisy family. It is traditionally used by Ayurvedic healers to balance the body and spirit. The holistic approach to balancing health and wellness is thousands of years old and is still practiced today.

Davana essential oil is steam distilled from both the flowers and leaves of the plant and has a sweet, exotic aroma that is often used in high-end fragrance and perfumes.

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

  • Davanone
  • Davana ether
Product Options
Davana is a key ingredient in:
Daily Habits with Davana

  • Apply topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes.
  • Spot treat blemishes or oily spots on the skin with a roller of 15 drops Davana and jojoba oil.
  • Wear as a calming personal fragrance.
  • Use during yoga or breath work for an aromatic boost to your practice.
  • Add to a daily perfume blendfor a sweet note. Try one of these parings:
    • Davana + Vanilla + Neroli
    • Davana + Vanilla + Clove
    • Davana + Idaho Blue Spruce + Grapefruit
  • Add to your beauty serum to support health, happy skin. Try this combination in a 4 oz dropper bottle, add:
    • 25 drops Davana
    • 25 drops each Frankincense, Manuka, Myrrh, & Elemi (or any combination of these)
    • Argan oil or jojoba oil
    • Other great additions - Blue Tansy, CBD Beauty Boost
  • Inhale the soothing scent of Davana as you journal, meditate or pray to help stimulate the brain to release deeply held trauma and feelings of despair.
  • Diffuse for an atmosphere of joy and romance.
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 wonderfully uplifting blends with Davana.

West Elm - 4 drops Grapefruit + 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 3 drops Davana
Mood Boost - 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Lime + 3 drops Davana + 2 drops Lemon
Brown Sugar Latte - 3 drops Cinnamon Bark + 2 drops Clove + 3 drops Ylang Ylant + 3 drops Davana
Settled - 4 drops Davana + 3 drops Vanilla + 4 drops Idaho Balsam Fir


Join us in using Davana essential oil this month and beyond. Want to try Davana 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

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

SleepEssence Supplement Spotlight - May 2022

SleepEssence

Supplement Spotlight



SleepEssence is a wonderful supplement for helping the body relax into its natural, restful sleep rhythm. It contains many sleep-supporting essential oils as well as melatonin to help you fall asleep and sleep well.

Just a Drop of SleepEssence

  • Formulated with Lavender and Valerian essential oils, which help promote restful sleep
  • Supports the body's natural sleep rhythm with melatonin
  • Promotes overall well-being when used in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle
  • Can be used to help promote rest whenever you need it
Sleep is a critical part of your health, both everyday wellness and when acute needs arise. Getting enough sleep can help reduce inflammation, make it easier to maintain a healthy weight, and improve everything from mental health to memory. Our bodies actually use sleep to repair cellular damage, fight off germs, to balance hormone levels, and reduce inflammation. Sleep is incredibly important!

Sleep Essence is a great way to support sleep, especially if used alongside diffusing and applying oils. The ingredients in SleepEssence help the body relax physically and mentally to find restful sleep.

  • Lavender - calming and relaxing to the mind and body (Lavender Spotlight)
  • Vetiver - high in sesquiterpenes, constituent that help reduce stress on the body
  • Valerian - helps the body relax into sleep more quickly and may improve sleep quality
  • Tangerine - helps relax the mind and body (Tangerine Spotlight)
  • Rue - helps calm the nervous system
  • Melatonin - widely know for its ability to regulate circadian rhythm
SleepEssence can be used anytime you are needing help when it comes to sleep, but as we mentioned earlier, sleep is essential when the body is run down. The body utilizes sleep to perform many immune system tasks to decrease inflammation and produce cells to fight infection.

How to Use SleepEssence

  • Take 1-2 soft gels 30-60 minutes before bedtime

Join us this month and beyond as we focus on getting adequate, high quality sleep - a cornerstone of good health.


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

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

Stress Free Diffuser Recipes - May 2022

Stress Free
Diffuser Blends


Finding ways to release stress in our lives is essential to our overall health, and essential oils can help us do that on a daily basis! Create a calm, stress-free atmosphere in your home, car, office or anywhere you wish with a diffuser and a few calming oils. Diffusing is a great way to create a peaceful, uplifting environment, and these blends below are perfect for that.

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 reduce and release stress.

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 May. 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
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Davana is a wonderful oil for uplifting the spirits and calming the mind.

This trio of oils will quickly become your favorite. The sweetness of Davana paired with citrusy Tangerine and herbaceous Lavender come together for a lovely blend that is wonderful any time of day.





Imagine lying in a hammock, late summer sun on your skin, a warm breeze blowing... the perfect scenario for an afternoon nap.

This blend is reminiscent of just that! Bright Lemon, calming Lavender, and beachy Stress Away combine for a blend that is wonderful for creating sweet summertime vibes.


Nothing says rest and relaxation more than a spa-like environment! Bring the spa to your home with these three started kit oils.

Citrus, Eucalyptus, Lavender and a little mint are the perfect spa-inspired blend.

Added bonus if you diffuse this combination during a shower or bath so the steam from the hot water enhances the experience!




Summer sunshine, citrusy treats, the scent of flowers on a warm breeze - the essentials of summer - and this blend has all of the above!

The combination is perfect for any time of day, but we especially love it in the mornings for helping everyone start off on the right foot.



Add these oils to your diffuser, breathe deeply, and slowly release your breath.

Repeat as you relax your shoulders and your jaw.

This trio is calming, uplifting, and can help you ground yourself at any point in your day.




In our modern world, stillness and rest don't come easy, and we have to be intentional about finding time to slow down, disconnect and simply be still.

When you are intentional with this practice, the noise of the outside world dies down, and you can find inner rest.

Add these oils to your diffuser, get comfy and just be still.


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 rollerIn 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 witfree 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 BOURBONand 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

Healthy Hair Recovery

Healthy Hair Recovery

Soft, healthy, flowing locks are something we all want, and not just for the sake of beauty. Having healthy hair is a sign that our bodies are well on the inside too. When our hair is dull, dry or isn't growing, it can be a sign that there are areas underneath that need some really good support.

Whether you're dealing with hormonal needs, postpartum hair loss, recovery from acute illness or something else, here are a few tips, tricks and favorite products that can help your hai get back to its glory days.

Healthy Hair Recovery Protocol
NingXia Red
NingXia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement drink made from Wolfberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, arena, and pomegranate juices and essential oils. It is the highest known protection agains free radical damage and is rich in ellagic acid, polyp[henols, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals. In addition, it has 18 amino acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and vitamins B1, B2, B6, and E. Our bodies need all of these things to promote healthy, soft, shiny hair.

SulfurZyme Powder or Capsules
SulfurZyme Powder is a unique combination of MSM (the protein-building compounds found in breast milk, fresh fruits and vegetables) and NingXia Wolfberry that helps with healthy hair, skin, nails and joints. MSM or methylsulfonylmethane is an incredible support tool for our bodies. It helps the body produce the antioxidant glutathione, which repairs cellular damage. It also boosts both collagen and keratin production.

Collagen and keratin are what gives hair strength, durability and that 'healthy' look - and they can help reverse hair loss. Hair, skin, and nail cells all contain large amounts of keratin, which contains sulfur and needs it to stay strong. Boosting collagen and keratin production helps you fight back against damage from the inside out.

We recommend the powder for best absorption, but the capsules could be used if you prefer. Mix your SulfurZyme into 2-4 oz of NingXia Red and take twice daily for best results! Some people choose to double upon the dosing for more acute needs.

Mineral Essence
Ever though about using Mineral Essence on your scalp for hair growth? Well, it works! In addition to adding Mineral Essence to your daily NingXia Red (great for hair growth and overall health in general), you can actually apply this incredible supplement directly to the scalp to promote hair growth and health. 

To use - drop Mineral Essence onto the scalp and massage in gently. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, then wash hair with gentle, sulfate-free shampoo.

DIY Hair Growth Spray
This simple DIY spray packs a big punch with hair loving oils like Cedarwood, Rosemary, Lavender and Sandalwood. When you add this to the other daily habits, you can see some amazing results!
Add essential oils to the RHS Hydrosol and invert to gently mix. Shake well before using, then apply to the scalp in the morning and evening and brush through with a dry brush. Continue using twice a day for 3 months.

Other Healthy Hair Tips
When it comes to hair health, here are a few daily tips for encouraging and maintaining healthy hair:
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

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

Easter Blends - April 2022

Easter Diffuser Blends

Easter is a time of renewal, of gathering and of hope. Fill your space with these fresh, uplifting blends as you gather with those you love this Easter season.

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 as we diffuse these favorite blends for love and connection.

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 April. 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
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Peace, Be Still
5 drops Peace & Calming + 3 drops Tangerine + 3 drops Lavender

Peeps
5 drops Vanilla + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 3 drops Lemon

Jelly Beans
4 drops Stress Away + 3 drops Tangerine + 2 drops Lemon + 2 drops Ylang Ylang

Egg Hunt
4 drops Jade Lemon + 3 drops Eucalyptus Radiata + 3 drops Lavender

Bunny Hop
3 drops Grapefruit + 2 drops Orange + 2 drops Lemon + 2 drops Jade Lemon + 3 drops Valor

Hope is Here
4 drops Envision + 4 drops Lime + 3 drops Valor

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

Light & Airy Diffuser Recipes - April 2022

Light & Airy
Diffuser Blends


This collection of diffuser blends is perfect for ushering in the warmer weather and filling the home with bright, fresh, happy scents.

Herbaceous oils like Rosemary and Eucalyptus round out the citrus notes of Grapefruit, Tangerine, and Lime to create blends that freshen your space and uplift your mood any time of day.

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 for love and connection.

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 April. 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
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Start your day with the fresh scent of Peppermint, Orange and Lavender. This blend is like a morning yoga routine - perfect for starting your day on the right foot.

Peppermint is bright and uplifting, Orange promotes feelings of creativity and Lavender is calming and relaxing. Add this trio to your diffuser to start your day calm and collected.


Whether springtime blooms are bringing you down or you need a little TLC before or during a workout, this blend is a great companion!

Raven is a crisp Eucalyptus blend that is a lovely support for the airways, especially when paired with Lavender and Lemon.

Lemon has a natural mucolytic properties, and Lavender is calming to both body and mind. Diffuse this blend anytime your respiratory system needs some love.



Like a breath of fresh, crisp air, this diffuser blend will fill your space with feelings of brightness and energy.

Raven is a crisp Eucalyptus blend, and when paired with Peppermint and Lemon, it is even more fresh and altering.

This trio is also wonderful for the respiratory system!



Joy is one of our favorite essential oil blends for creating an uplifting and welcoming space, and is lovely when paired with Tangerine and Peppermint.

This trio is wonderful any time of day, but is especially wonderful when you're feeling overwhelmed or exhausted.

Add these to your diffuser whenever you need a little pick me up!



Like a walk through a fresh herb garden full of sunshine, this blend is calming, relaxing and uplifting. 

Eucalyptus and Rosemary are crisp and herbaceous, and Lemon is bright and happy.

Add these oils to the diffuser anytime of day to freshen up your space and uplift your mood.




Brighten and freshen your space with this trio that is reminiscent of a sweet breeze. 

Lime and Grapefruit are crisp and uplifting, and Rosemary is herbaceous and calming.

Add these oils to your diffuser anytime of the day!


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

Spiced Golden Milk Latte

Spiced Golden Milk Latte



Turmeric is no stranger to the health scene. Young Living's Golden Turmeric powder is an incredible supplement!

This powerhouses much more easily absorbed by the body, making it a great addition to your daily wellness routine.

Mix up this delicious spiced turmeric latte for a healthy treat anytime of the day.


Spiced Golden Milk Latte

  • 1/2 tsp Golden Turmeric powder
  • 8 oz milk of choice
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality
  • Swish of Cinnamon Bark Vitality (insert a toothpick into the bottle, then swirl it around the milk)
  • Dash of ground cinnamon for garnish
Heat the milk on medium low, then remove and add to a mug. Stir in the Golden Tumeric powder and add essential oils. Stir gently, until the powder is dissolved, then top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Check out more ways to use Golden Turmeric powder on this blog post then join us this month as we enjoy Golden Turmeric powder to support our physical and emotional health and wellness.


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

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

 
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