DIY Chai Spice
Exfoliating Soap
Bring the warm, inviting feeling of a cup of chai to your daily routine with this Chai Spice Exfoliating Soap! Not only does it smell amazing, it is so good for your skin during these cooler months. And it makes a great gift!
DIY Chai Spice Exfoliating Soap
- 1lb melt & pour soap base, cut into small cubes
- 15 drops Cardamom essential oil
- 7 drops Cinnamon essential oil
- 5 drops Clove essential oil
- 5 drops Nutmeg essential oil
- 5 drops Vanilla oleoresin
- 2 Tbsp poppy seeds or whole oats
- Silicone molds
Melt the soap in a double boiler over medium heat, stirring as you heat. Allow the soap to cool slightly, then add the essential oils and mix well, then add poppy seeds/oats and mix again. Pour into the silicone molds, then spray the tops with 91% rubbing alcohol so that the soap will be smooth. Let cool and solidify completely before removing from molds. Store in a cool place.
Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!
Want to make this DIY Chai Spice Exfoliating Soap, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Diffuser Blends for Autumn Vitality
Is there anything better than your space being filled with the scent of crisp, Autumn air? Imagine starting your day with the aroma of a cool sunrise and the promise of a wonderful day ahead. That's what this collection of blends brings to mind with crisp, spicy scents that uplift and energize the mind and body.
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 a bit of Autumn to the air and brighten our spirits!
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, add 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 September. Get the everyday products you need and get free oils to use in the diffuser too!
Happy diffusing!!
Not sure what to do? Click here to get started.
As always, I'm here to support you!
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Easy Button
Citrus and spruce and spice and everything nice, this blend is warm and spicy and perfect anytime of day!
Spice oils like Cinnamon and Nutmeg are great for inspiring feelings of energy and also support the immune system. Tangerine is bright and happy, and Northern Lights Black Spruce is soothing and grounding.
This is a perfect fall blend!
This combination is a powerhouse when it comes to everyday wellness!
Spicy Thieves is a best seller for immune support, Lemon is bright and supports the airways, Tangerine is bright and calming, and Frankincense promotes overall health.
This blend is spicy and earthy with a bit of bright, crips twist that is perfect anytime of day!
This combination of oils is sweet, spicy and a little carefree, like an Autumn afternoon in the park sharing a treat with a friend.
Nutmeg and Cinnamon and warm, energizing and comforting, while Ylang Ylang is sweet and welcoming, and Vanilla is like a giant hug.
Add this oils to the diffuser anytime you want to feel enveloped in warmth!
Imagine walking along a leaf-strewn path admiring the beauty around you, a warm beverage in hand. That's the feeling this combination of oils brings out!
Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Cardamom bring warm spice while Stress Away soothe and sweetens. This blend is sweet and spicy, like a marshmallow latte on a crisp fall day.
Bring the refreshing scent of Autumn air into your space with this blend of Raven, Lavender, Lemon and Oregano.
These oils will not only fill your home with a fresh, crisp aroma, they support the immune and respiratory systems - something we all need a little more of in the fall and winter months!
Fresh and crisp like a cool morning walk, this blend is a wonderful way to start your day!
Lemon and Tangerine are bright and uplifting while Peppermint and Nutmeg are spicy and cool.
Add these oils to your diffuser while you get ready for the day or anytime you need a little pick me up!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Simplified by Jacob + KaitFall Collection
Hello FALL!!! Curl up with these three cozy fall essential oil blends inspired by comforting memories of crisp autumn days, and this YouTube tells you all about it!
While many fall-scented candles and air fresheners contain harmful chemicals that can pollute your home, these blends are made exclusively with good, clean ingredients straight from nature. All the goodness of an autumn candle with none of the toxins!
Cozy Cabin essential oil blend:
- Has a woodsy, smoky aroma inspired by a cozy cabin getaway
- Creates a comforting, tranquil environment for family gatherings
- Transforms your space into a snug, intimate escape in the mountains
- Features Hong Kuai essential oil from our farm in Taitung, Taiwan
Gingersnaps essential oil blend:
- Has a delectable, spicy-sweet scent you can almost taste
- Brings a homey, cheerful vibe to any space
- Makes your home smell like a warm, sweet-smelling bakeshop
- Made with real Madagascar Vanilla oleoresin
Orange Spiced Cider essential oil blend:
- Has a rich, citrus, cinnamony aroma just like your favorite chilly-weather drink
- Creates a cozy, uplifting nook for curling up with a good book
- Transports your senses to a festive fall evening by the fireplace
- Includes Cassia essential oil for a hint of soft spice
Favorite Ways to Use
- Diffuse any of these fall-scented essential oil blends to get into the cheerful, sweater-weather spirit.
- Use these blends in place of unhealthy synthetic-scented candles or multi-oil diffuser blend recipes.
- Make a room spray by filling a 4-ounce spray bottle with distilled water, a dash of salt, and 30 drops of oil.
- Create cozy, autumn-inspired bath salts with 5 drops of your chosen blend, 1 tablespoon bath gel, and 1 cup Epsom salt. (Always mix the oil thoroughly into the bath gel before adding to bath water.)
Did you miss out on the Summer Collection? Read all about it here on the Simplified Summer Collection blog post.
Want to get stared with these yummy fall inspired essential oil blends, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Stock up on Fall Essentials
Happy Fall! The cooler days are here, and that brings all the cozy home scents, festive DIYs and wellness needs.
From supplements to OTC items to oils for candle-inspired diffuser blends, here are all the things we are stocking up on for a season of wellness & festivity! (These favorites can fly out of stock quickly!!)
Supplements
Does it get any easier than a spoonful of superfood goodness? Scoop up the benefits of 60+ fruits, vegetables, herbs, algae, and mushrooms with this incredible supplement!
NingXia Greens supports a healthy immune system, a balanced diet, optimal digestion, and healthy energy levels. It's a key part of your daily routine!
ImmuPro Chewable Tablets are one of the easiest ways to give your body a good boost! These tablets are packed full of immune-supporting herbs and essential oils that stimulate the immune system (both cell-mediated and humoral immunity!), provide necessary minerals like Zinc, Copper, and Selenium, and allow the body to rest by providing a small amount of melatonin.
When we are stressed our bodies need sleep even more to allow healing to occur. So adding melatonin to the mix just makes sense!
This supplement is just what the name suggests - a defense and protection from all that today's world can throw at us! This powerhouse blend of essential oil supports the immune and respiratory systems, making it a wonderful addition to your health routine either for daily use or for when your defenses start to go down.
Super C Chewable tablets support normal immune, respiratory, and circulatory function with Orange essential oil and a broad range of fruit powders, including camu camu, acerola, cherry, and rose hip and delivers 150mg of Vitamin C per tablet. These ingredients work together to promote overall health, vitality, and longevity. The added premium essential oils may also increase bioflavonoid activity. Because your body cannot manufacture vitamin C, you can benefit by consuming this powerful antioxidant daily!
Get all the details about Super Vitamin C:
Super Vitamin D is a super source of vitamin D that helps support bone growth and healthy muscle AND plays a key function in respiratory health, supports innate and adaptive defense mechanisms, and the immune system overall.
Vitamin D is also critical for mood and hormone regulation! Young Living's Super Vitamin D is a small, dissolvable tablet infused with lemon balm extract and Lime Vitality essential oil for even more health benefits.
OTC Products
These cough drops are great at suppressing cough and relieving sore throats, and they are simply the most convenient way to get all of the internal, immune-boosting goodness of Thieves essential oil! So many lozenges are full of dyes, flavors, and sweeteners that are actually suppressing your ability to fight disease. Unlike these other lozenges, Thieves Lozenges use pure essential oils and natural ingredients instead of sugar or artificial flavoring for a great, refreshing taste.
Conquer your seasonal cold the natural way! Conventional chest rubs are full of synthetic ingredients and low-quality ‘natural' ingredients.
The 100% plant-based formula of Thieves Chest Rub delivers over-the-counter strength with hands-free application for quick relief you can count on. Temporarily relieve cough and congestion with soothing aromatic vapors and a powerful combination of camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus. Thieves Chest Rub helps reduce coughing and is safe to use on family members ages 2 and up. It's a medicine cabinet must-have!
Fall Scents
This slightly spicy citrus oil is the perfect addition to any Autumn diffuser blend! Try it with Eucalyptus, Spruce or Christmas Spirit! Bergamot is also very uplighting to the mood and emotions and is very cleansing.
It may also provide cardiovascular and general wellness support when taken internally. Add Bergamot Vitality to your spice up your fall and winter drinks and treats!
If there were one scent to summarize Autumn it would be Cinnamon Bark! Spicy and reminiscent of baked goods, this oil is also incredibly supportive of the immune system and packs a great antioxidant punch.
And don't forget to add a drop of Cinnamon Vitality to your drinks and treats for that extra yummy warmth and goodness.
Like walking through a winter forest, this tree oil is a favorite for so many. Also known as western white fir, Idaho Grand Fir essential oil was traditionally used by Native Americans to promote well-being. It has a refreshing, grounding aroma that evokes a sense of fall and winter nostalgia.
Idaho Grand Fir can be used to enhance yoga or meditation when diffused or inhaled and promotes the sensation of deeper breathing.
The happiest of all the oils, Orange is a wonderful addition to ANY diffuser blend. Pair it with spice oils like Cinnamon Bark and Nutmeg, with Idaho Grand Fir and Lavender for sleep, or with Thieves for a great everyday blend. Orange is an incredibly uplifting oil that also inspires creativity!
Nutmeg is an essential fall scent. Warm and welcoming, grounding and so good for our immune and adrenal systems! Diffuse this oil for a pick me up anytime of day. Pair with Cinnamon Bark, Orange, Thieves, or Idaho Grand Fir!
Adding Nutmeg Vitality to your fall drinks, treats, pancakes and waffles brings an amazing boost of flavor that is reminiscent of fall.
Thieves is the oil that's always in season, but it is especially wonderful this time of year. Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Eucalyptus and Rosemary essential oils are warm and inviting and create a calm, cozy space. Plus, they are incredible for purifying the air and supporting the immune system by diffusing it in your diffuser!
Essential Oils
Breathe Again is our favorite respiratory support roll-on! This blend of Peppermint, Cypress, Copaiba and multiple Eucalyptus varieties has a slightly sweet, herbaceous aroma that feels like a deep sigh of relief! This blend contains naturally occurring constituents Eucalyptol, Limonene, Menthol, and alpha pinene which are wonderful for calming, soothing and supporting healthy respiration.
* This blend also comes in a 15mL bottle which is perfect for diffusing, blending with other oils or adding to diffuser jewelry.
The name of this blend says it all!! ImmuPower is a combination of powerful essential oils, including Hyssop, Mountain Savory, Cistus, Camphor, Frankincense, Oregano, Clove, Cumin, and Dorado Azul.
Use this oil blend daily as a mainstay for you to be supported above the wellness line. Use it every few hours for acute needs.
Don't do fall and winter without Oregano! This herbaceous oil helps support a healthy lifestyle when taken as a dietary supplement and packs an incredible immune system punch. Diffuse with Thieves, Lavender, Orange and/or Rosemary.
Add Oregano to your Thieves Household Cleaner. It is also a great addition to a daily wellness roller and a component of both Inner Defense Capsules the Raindrop Kit. When taking it as a supplement, be sure to use a carrier oil such as V-6 or olive oil to dilute.
RC is a gentle, soothing eucalyptus blend that is safe for children ages 2 and older! We love to diffuse R.C. with Thieves and Orange after school to soothe and support the immune and respiratory systems.
It is also great at bedtime with Lavender! You can use R.C. to make a natural chest rub for little ones just by diluting with some solid coconut oil. R.C. is also a great addition to your daily wellness blend!
The original immune support oil! This blend was created from research recorded in the archives of the British Museum library about a group of 14th century European perfumers and spice traders who rubbed oils on themselves for protection while they robbed the dead and dying.
Use Thieves daily for immune support and overall wellness. Diffuse, dilute and apply 2-3 times daily, add a drop to herbal tea, and add to Epsom salts for a lovely bath!
Want to get stared, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Ditch & Switch:
Conventional Lotions for YL Lotions
As the gatekeepers of our home we have such a great opportunity to bring in healthy products for ourselves and families! Join us as we detox our homes and switch out conventional products for cleaner, greener and better options. When it comes to caring for the children in our lives, having safe, effective products is absolutely critical. This is actually why many people turn to Young Living in the first place!
The KidScents line of products is perfect for kids - oils, personal care items, vitamins and more! But that doesn't mean it's just for kids! Check out this one simple change you can make for your health and for your kids - ditch conventional lotions for Young Living versions!
Why We Love YL Lotions
- Formulated without silicones, formaldehyde carriers, PEGs, mineral oil,  most common allergens, alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic perfumes and fragrances, or artificial dyes/colorants.
- Keep skin soft, hydrated and feeling and looking healthy with plant-based ingredients and scented only with pure essential oils
- Variety of scents available, even seasonal ones
- Collections available for babies, kids and adults alike
- Formulated to be cruelty-free and vegan-friendly so you can feel good about your purchase
Conventional Lotions vs YL Lotions
Let's ditch the Bath & Body Works or the brightly colored displays at the stores. Sadly conventional products are chock full of synthetic ingredients that wreak havoc on the body, especially over time, disrupting hormones, causing allergies (often low-level so we barely notice!), and filling our systems with chemicals that cause damage over time. Fragrance, parabens, triclosan, artificial colorants to name a few! And none of us want that for ourselves or our families!!
Young Living's hand and body lotions are made from naturally derived oils, butters, botanical extracts, and premium essential oils to soften and smooth dry, dehydrated skin. Ingredients such as jojoba oil, kukui nut oil, and mango and shea butter—rich in fatty acids and vitamins—provide nourishing moisture to the skin and help prevent future moisture loss. Plus, they are formulated without silicones, formaldehyde carriers, PEGs, mineral oil, most common allergens, alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic perfumes and fragrances, or artificial dyes/colorants. This means that you can feel good about what you're using on your skin and your children's skin!
Product Options
KidScents Lotion- Formulated specifically for children with a light citrus scent
- 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, soothes, and hydrates skin with gentle, plant-based ingredients
- Made with 100% naturally derived ingredients for your family's clean lifestyle
- Replaces lost moisture and absorbs smoothly into skin
- Formulated specially for an infant's delicate skin
- Exclusive Seedlings Calm blend of Lavender, Coriander, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium for a sweet, mild aroma that encourages a soothing environment
Lavender Hand & Body Lotion- Formulated to hydrate and soothe dry skin on the hands and body
- Non-greasy formula absorbs quickly
- Leaves skin feeling soft, smooth, and moisturized
- Infused with a blend of Lavender, Lemon, Davana, and Myrrh premium essential oils to provide a calming, peaceful aroma
- Designed to hydrate and nourish dry, rough, and dehydrated skin
- Non-greasy formula absorbs quickly
- Infused with a blend of Geranium, Palmarosa, and Bergamot premium essential oils for an uplifting, bright scent
- Formulated to hydrate dry skin on the hands and body
- Non-greasy formula absorbs quickly and leaves skin feeling soft, smooth, and moisturized
- Infused with a romantic blend of Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium essential oils to provide a floral, uplifting scent
Lushious Lemon Hand LotionAn exclusive Young Living scent that combines Lemon, Lemon Myrtle, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Globulus, and Ylang Ylang premium essential oils with other naturally derived ingredients to hydrate hands
- Pampers dry skin, including problem areas like elbows, hands, and heels
- Features mango butter from Indian mangoes to hydrate and protect the skin's natural moisture barrier, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth
- Includes watermelon seed oil to absorb quickly and protect against signs of premature aging
- Formulated to be vegan friendly and cruelty free
Winter Nights Hand Lotion (Seasonal Scent)An exclusive Young Living scent blended of Northern Lights Black Spruce, Peppermint, Cedarwood, and Orange essential oils that infuse your day with a wintry aroma.
- Naturally derived ingredients hydrate and leave no greasy residue
- Specifically designed to pamper dry skin, including problem areas like elbows, hands, and heels
- Mango butter, watermelon seed oil, and apple extract help protect the skin's natural moisture barrier and leave skin feeling soft and smooth
Join us this month as we make a big impact on our health by ditching conventional lotions for the power of plant-based YL lotions!
Want to try Young Living's lotions, 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 Diffuser BlendsEaster 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.
Peace, Be Still
Peeps
Jelly Beans
Egg Hunt
Bunny Hop
Hope is Here
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Vanilla Essential Oil
Oil Spotlight for December
Vanilla essential oil 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 or aromatically.
Each month we focus on using an oil everyday to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in December.
Vanilla at a Glance
- Has a warm, rich, slightly sweet aroma
- Can be diffused or applied topically to create a warm and tranquil environment
- Can be applied directly to the skin or added to your favorite hair and body care products
- Blends beautifully with essential oils and carrier oils for diffusion and topical application
Vanilla extract is widely used in baking, perfume manufacturing and even aromatherapy, but many people don't realize the array of health benefits that come from using vanilla oil, even though it is not technically an essential oil. Young Living's Vanilla oleoresin is unique. It has an incredible scent and some wonderful health benefits.
- Contains antioxidant properties
- Supports healthy hormone levels
- Supports mood and lifts the spirit
- May help support healthy blood pressure levels
- Support the immune system
- Assists with stress relief and calming the mind
Background
Vanilla is produced from Vanilla planifolia, an orchid that grows long bean pods. The process of obtaining Vanilla is extensive, as it can take up to four years for the vine to mature. The vine produces orchid blossoms that bloom for only 24 hours and must be pollinated by hand within 8-12 hours for the bean pod to grow. The entire process - growing, pollinating, drying, curing, and preparing for export - takes about one year. Who know?
Young Living's Vanilla is not strictly an extract or an absolute, both of which contain mostly alcohol and do not blend well with essential oils. Noticing these flaws in mainstream vanilla extracts and absolutes, the D. Gary Young Research Institute worked to find a vanilla product that would meet the Seed to Seal quality commitment and blend well with our essential oils. The result is a first-of-its-kind extraction method that yields a Vanilla oleoresin in fractioned coconut oil that diffuse and blends beautifully with essential oils. Such a HUGE win for us!
Young Living's Vanilla is not strictly an extract or an absolute, both of which contain mostly alcohol and do not blend well with essential oils. Noticing these flaws in mainstream vanilla extracts and absolutes, the D. Gary Young Research Institute worked to find a vanilla product that would meet the Seed to Seal quality commitment and blend well with our essential oils. The result is a first-of-its-kind extraction method that yields a Vanilla oleoresin in fractioned coconut oil that diffuse and blends beautifully with essential oils. Such a HUGE win for us!
Key Constituents
Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties.
- Vanillin - Studies have shown vanillin to have powerful antioxidant properties, to support the body's response to inflammation and posibly help fight infection.
Daily Habits with Vanilla:
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
Diffuse Vanilla for a warm, welcoming aroma. Pair with citrus, spice oils, tree oils, or virtually anything.
Add a few drops of Vanilla to yarn-wrapped pine cones for a scented fire starter. Details on this cute and easy DIY here.
Drop Vanilla onto porous festive passive decor!
Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance
Use this Candy Cane Lip Scrub daily for a little self love.
- 5 drops Peppermint
- 5 drops Vanilla
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Whip coconut oil with a mixer, then add in sugar and essential oils and mix again. Store in a glass jar.
Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a dry towel.
Take a relaxing bath. Add 10 drops each Vanilla + Lavender to 1 cup Epsom salt and place under running water.
Add it to your bath and body products for a sweet, comforting aromatic experience.
Create a simple room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 20 dops Vanilla
- 10 drops Peppermint or Cinnamon Bark
- 15 drops Lavender (optional)
- Splash of witch hazel
- Fill the rest with water
Make a Creamsicle Body Polish for yourself and as a gift.
- 1 cup brown sugar
1 cup cold pressed coconut oil - 2 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 3 drops each Vanilla, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon
Combine all ingredients in a metal or glass container, use in the shower to exfoliate & moisturaize
Make (and gift) this Whipped Chocolate Body Butter
- 1.4 cup virgin coconut oil
- 1/8 cup organic shea butter
- 1/8 cup raw cocoa butter
- 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 10 drops Vanilla oil per jar
- 5 drops Peppermint per jar (optional) for a Mint Mocha flavor
- small glass jars
Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and wisk.
Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
Add in essential oils, then place in glass jars.
DIFFUSE
Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the warm, welcoming scent of Vanilla.
- Vanilla Spice: 4 drops Vanilla + 2 drops Cinnamon Bark + 2 drops Clove + 2 drops Tangerine
- Creamsicle: 4 drops Vanilla + 3 drops Tangerine, 3 drops Lavender
- Cozy Kitchen: 6 drops Lemon + 3 drops Vanilla + 2 drops Rosemary
- Carrot Cake: 2 drops each Vanilla, Clove, Lemon, Carrot Seed
- Seaside Breeze: 3 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood + 3 drops Vanilla + 2 drops Lavender + 1 drop Frankincense
Join us in using Vanilla oil daily this season to create great daily habits that supports our overall health - physical, mental, and emotional. And learn more about Vanilla here.
Want to try Vanilla essential oil 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
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
It's the season of gifting, and we love to share our love of Young Living with the people on our list. From amazing rollers to luxurious beauty collections to festive home favorites, there are so many ways to give the git of essential oils. So no matter who you're shopping for this season, we have some ideas for you! Check out the 2021 Holiday Launch DIYs to make the most of these amazing items.
+ a festive oven mix or dish towel
+ fresh rosemary or lavender plant.
Perfect for a homemaker, neighbor or someone who loves to cook.
- Grab a set of lip balm and a package of Sweet Maple Bath Bombs and separate into three gifts - one lip balm and one bath bomb per gift
- Place in a jar with with confetti. Plus you'll have one bath bomb leftover to pamper yourself.
KidScents Bath Bombs
+ a par of cozy socks
These adorable bath bombs definitely are not just for kids
+Christmas Spirit essential oil blend
A trio of citrus oils:
+ Citrus Fresh Vitality + Tangerine Vitality + Grapefruit Vitality
+ Citrus Fresh Vitality + Tangerine Vitality + Grapefruit Vitality
Perfect for diffusing, making rollers or cooking and baking!
Winter Nights Essential Oil Blend
+ AromaGlide Roller Fitments
Very Vanillamint Collection
Place this luxurious salt scrub and body butter in a small basket and pair with cozy socks or slippers.
Sweet Maple Bath Bombs
+ Thieves Vitality or RC essential oil blend to diffuse while soaking
+ A pair of cozy slippers or blanket for after a relaxing bath
+ A good book to read while soaking
Place it all in a basket for an instant self care gift
BLOOM essential oil blend
+ free spritzer bottle
+ jade or rose quartz roller
+ Thieves Household Cleaner
+ a festive dish towel
add everything to a cute basket and you're set!
add everything to a cute basket and you're set!
Olive Wood Massage set
+ a small cook roller
perfect for the athlete or active individuals!
BLOOM Collection+ This set is perfect for pampering and already liftable as-is!
+ Includes
- BLOOM Brighting Cream
- Spa headband
- Jade gua sha stone
- Facial cleansing pads
- 3 pk, Mesh pouch
Mirah Kit+ another beauty option that is perfect as-is!
+ Includes
- Mirah Luminous Cleansing Oil
- CBD Beauty Boost (AH-MAZ-ING!)
- Rose quartz roller
- Silicone cleansing pad
CBD Soothe Roll-on (300 mg)
+ RC essential oil
+ a small diffuser
A perfect gift for anyone who needs some extra TLC from the winter air or seasonal air changes
A perfect gift for anyone who needs some extra TLC from the winter air or seasonal air changes
CBD Soothe Roll-on (300 mg)
+ an unscented flax seed heatable eye mask
+ an unscented flax seed heatable eye mask
Holiday Home Cleaning Kit+ Christmas Spirit Foaming Hand Soap
+ Grab a cute basket fill with the included
- Thieves Household Cleaner
- 15 mL Christmas Spray
- Glass spray bottle
- Dish cloths
Decorate with a cute cleaning cloth
Mini Aria Kit + Diffuser Cleaning KitAdd both of these items to your cart and you'll receive:
- Mini Aria Diffuser,
- 15 mL Christmas Spirit
- 5 mL Peppermint and Vanilla
- Cleaning brush
- Squeeze bottle
- Waffle cloth
- Mesh bag & instruction card
Macaron Collection + Diffuser Cleaning Kit
Add both of these items to your cart and you'll receive:
- Macaron Diffuser
- Evergreen Essence
- Cassia essential oil
- Orange essential oil
- Cleaning brush
- Squeeze bottle
- Waffle cloth
- Mesh bag & instruction card
Holiday Home CollectionAdd this item to your cart and you'll receive:
- Macaron Collection - Macaron Diffuser, Evergreen Essence, Cassia and Orange oils
- Holiday Home Cleaning Kit - Thieves Household Cleaner, 15 mL Christmas Spirit oil, Amber glass spray bottle, Reusable YL dish cloth (2 pk)
- Christmas Spirit Foaming Hand Soap
Gifts for Little Ones
Monkey Stuffie & SleepyIze Roller
+ Cozy pajamas or blanket
Citrus Fresh or Tangerine
+ Coloring book, new crayons or pencils for diffusing while you're creating
+ Coloring book, new crayons or pencils for diffusing while you're creating
KidScents Bath Bombs
+ a fun bath toy or crayons
Kid Power Roller
+ Cozy pajamas or blanket
+ Cozy pajamas or blanket
Stocking Stuffers
- KidScents Bath Bombs
- Sweet Maple Bath Bombs
- Lip Balm Trio
'Tis the Season to Give
Create Abundance for Artisans around the World while you get some unique presents for your loved ones. The D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation is a great cause to support. Find out how to Make a Worldwide Impact with the D. Gary Young, Young LIving Foundation.
Here are all the incredible holiday products for 2021! 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!
- Artisan Made Clay Diffuser Ornament
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Essential Oil Roll-Ons
Essential Oil Roll-Ons
From stocking stuffers to teacher gifts, to the guys in your life, we have you covered. Young Living's predicted roll-on blends are perfect for anyone on your list - especially paired with these cute printable gift tags! Here are a few ideas:
- Tranquil roll-on + cute, cozy slippers
- Rutavala roll-on + sleep mask
- Stress Away roll-on + bath bombs, Savvy Minerals lipgloss or Satin Mint Face Scrb
- Valor roll-on + a gift card to a local coffee shop
- Deep Relief roll-on + a warm beanie (see the YL Foundation one above) for winter running
- Peace & Calming roll-on (SleepyIze or SniffleEase) + a soft stuffed animal (see the cute monkey above)
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Jennifer
Winter Wonderland Diffuser Blends
For your December
Whether you're walking in a winter wonderland or basking the warm sunshine this season, this collection of diffuser blends will bring you all the cozy feelings of the season. Nature itself shows us that winter is a time to slow down, to rest, to find presence with those around us.
It is a time of shorter days and longer nights, of cooler temperatures and warm fireplaces. And no matter where this winter finds you, we hope it is surrounded by joy and beauty within the day to day.
It is a time of shorter days and longer nights, of cooler temperatures and warm fireplaces. And no matter where this winter finds you, we hope it is surrounded by joy and beauty within the day to day.
These blends feature tree oils, mint, and citrus, plus the warm scents of spice oils like Vanilla and Cinnamon Bark. Tree oils are emotionally calming and wonderful for grounding our hearts and minds during this season of slowness. Tree oils are also wonderful for the immune system, which is perfect during time of gathering with loved ones.
Citrus oils are happy and uplifting adding a brightness to these blends that is welcoming and comforting. Peppermint is crisp and clear like freshly fallen snow and cool winter air and pairs perfectly with tree oils and citrus. The blends often finish with a hint of warmth from Vanilla, Clove or Cinnamon Bark or with a sweetness from uplifting floral oils like Joy and Ylang Ylang.
Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell divine - all at the same time! Join us this month as we diffuse these favorite winter blends.
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Jennifer
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Is there anything more warm and inviting than the smell of Vanilla? Pair it with crisp Peppermint, sweet Ylang Ylang and spicy Nutmeg for a diffuser blend reminiscent of your favorite coffee house.This is a great blend for any time of day, but we especially love it in the mornings. Peppermint is bright and alerting, and Nutmeg is helpful for stress levels.
Ylang Ylang and Vanilla are welcoming and uplifting, making this blend perfect for the winter season.
Frankincense, Orange and Peppermint combine in this blend that is happy, uplifting and centering all at the same time - the perfect combination of the season.
Diffuse this blend during family gathering to create an atmosphere of joy and togetherness. Frankincense is a wonderful oil for the season - supportive of immunity and also emotionally calming.
Orange and Peppermint are a great combination anytime of year - uplifting and joyful.
Give your immune system a boost and make your home smell like mulled cider - all at the sam time. The spicy scent of Thieves is kicked up a notch with extra clove, and it mixes with Orange and Grapefruit for a citrus twist that is perfect anytime of day.
This is a great blend to diffuse during gatherings - warm and welcoming and a perfect way to add a little holiday cheer.
This is a great blend to diffuse during gatherings - warm and welcoming and a perfect way to add a little holiday cheer.
Spruce, Vanilla and Orange - oh my! This blend is the quintessential winter combination - tree oil + citrus + spice.
Vanilla and Vetiver create a warmth that is calming and relaxing, Northern Lights Black Spruce is great for the immune system and smells like a winter forest, and Orange is uplifting and calming at the same time.
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When it's snowing outside, we love to get out and play, then curl up by the fire with a good book and the ones we love. This blend is all those things combined.
Blue Spruce and Patchouli bring the woodsy scents of the outdoors (and support immunity), while Orange and Grapefruit are fun, playful and uplifting.
Diffuse this blend after a day playing out in the cold.
Blue Spruce and Patchouli bring the woodsy scents of the outdoors (and support immunity), while Orange and Grapefruit are fun, playful and uplifting.
Diffuse this blend after a day playing out in the cold.
This blend is sweet and welcoming, just like a candy cane!
The iconic holiday candy is more than meets the eye, carrying symbolism many of us don't know. This blend is the same.
Peppermint is bright and crisp and wonderful for the respiratory system, Ylang Ylang is floral and sweet and emotionally uplifting, and Vanilla is warm and inviting.
The iconic holiday candy is more than meets the eye, carrying symbolism many of us don't know. This blend is the same.
Peppermint is bright and crisp and wonderful for the respiratory system, Ylang Ylang is floral and sweet and emotionally uplifting, and Vanilla is warm and inviting.
No matter whether you're celebrating holidays this month or not, there's something so special about getting in the kitchen and doing some winter baking with the ones you love.
This combination of spice oils with a little Jade Lemon will take you back to your fondest memories of grandmother's baked goods!
This is also a great blend to diffuse if you're feeling the stress of the season. Nutmeg is wonderful for the adrenals, and Copaiba and Vanilla are calming, while Jade Lemon is bright and happy.
This combination of spice oils with a little Jade Lemon will take you back to your fondest memories of grandmother's baked goods!
This is also a great blend to diffuse if you're feeling the stress of the season. Nutmeg is wonderful for the adrenals, and Copaiba and Vanilla are calming, while Jade Lemon is bright and happy.
Bright, sweet and warm, like a giant hug from someone you love - that is this blend!
Joy and Ylang Ylang are lovely floral oils, Bergamot adds a bit of citrus spice, and Vanilla is warm and welcoming.
This combination is bright and fresh and perfect for any time of day, but especially love it in the mornings or whether we are feeling the anxieties of the season.
This combination is bright and fresh and perfect for any time of day, but especially love it in the mornings or whether we are feeling the anxieties of the season.
Spruce, spice and everything nice! This blend of Christmas Spirit, Tangerine, Bergamot and Nutmeg is the perfect blend for the season.
Citrus with a hint of spice and spruce that feels like pulling on your favorite pair of cozy mittens against the winter chill.
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Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
How to useDecember's Gifts with Purchase
December's gift with purchase is here, and it's packed with winter essentials for a fresh and festive home. Pine, Christmas Spirit, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, R.C., Thieves, and Frankincense are yours when you pace a qualifying order. And enjoy the gift of free shipping on all orders of 100 PV or more.
Celebrate togetherness with this December's gift with purchase.
And then check out the unique and incredible Holiday products for 2021! And then check out the 2021 Holiday Launch DIYs and the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide to make the most of these amazing items.
Celebrate togetherness with this December's gift with purchase.
And then check out the unique and incredible Holiday products for 2021! And then check out the 2021 Holiday Launch DIYs and the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide to make the most of these amazing items.
And don't forget to round up your order with the 'Dollar Up' option to donate to the Young Living Foundation. A few cents can go a long way!
Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Christmas Spirit Essential Oil BlendChristmas Spirit is a blend of evergreen, citrus, and spice - with Northern Lights Black Spruce, Orange, and Cinnamon Bark. It is reminiscent of winter holidays to evoke memories of joy, happiness, comfort, and security.
Orange essential oil has a bright aroma that is believed to bring joy, peace, and happiness to those who possess it. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is the oil of wealth from the Orient. Black Spurce essential oil has an aromatic influence that brings a feeling of balance and grounding.
This is THE blend for the season, so no matter how you use it, make sure to have it around you this month.
Orange essential oil has a bright aroma that is believed to bring joy, peace, and happiness to those who possess it. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is the oil of wealth from the Orient. Black Spurce essential oil has an aromatic influence that brings a feeling of balance and grounding.
This is THE blend for the season, so no matter how you use it, make sure to have it around you this month.
Make a festive room spray. Fill a 2 oz glass spray bottle with:
- 20 Drops of Christmas spirit
- 10 drops Pine (optional)
- A splash of witch hazel
- fill the rest with water
Use this blend to process any grief or negative memories from years past.
Add 20 drops of Christmas Spirit to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a festive twist.
Add Christmas Spirit to your bath and shower gel or lotion for an instant boost of cheer and happiness.
Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season - and make a few for your friends and neighbors.
- Make a Greenery Spray to refresh wreaths and garlands all season long. You can also use this as a room or upholstery spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle add:
- 25 drops Christmas Spirit
- 10 drops Pine
- 5 Drops Clove
- a splash of witch hazel
- fill the rest with water
Add Christmas Spirit to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for a festive twist to cozy sheets.
Use Christmas Spirit to make DIY Laundry Scent Booster. This is also a fun handmade gift for a new homeowner or homemaker, especially paired with Thieves Laundry Caddy or a diffuser and your favorite diffuser blend. To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add:
- 1.5 cup Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 30 drops Christmas Spirit essential oil blend
- 15 drops Thieves essential oil blend (optional)
Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Drop Christmas Spirit onto any porous decor for a passive diffuser. Think pine cones, wood slices, wooden trees, greenery, lava beads, etc. Just make sure to test an area for discoloration or place on the underneath of your decor. Alternatively, drop Christmas Spirit oil onto cotton rounds, tissues or small cloths and place in inconspicuous places - the bottom of trash cans, in air vents, inside drawers, etc.
Use Christmas Spirit in any of our favorite DIYs - sugar scrubs, coffee scrub, body butter, etc. Check out the Holiday Handbook blog post for lots of great DIY ideas!
Diffuse these blends - perfect of the season.
- Mulled Cider: Christmas Spirit, Grapefruit, Clove, Lime
- Tis the Season: Christmas Spirit, Pine, Tangerine
- Winter Wonderland: Christmas Spirit, Vanilla
Winter Nights Foaming Hand SoapMake the brisk winter air come alive with the scent of Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, which is designed specifically for the winter season.
- Place a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap in the guest bathroom for a festive twist.
- Place a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap at the kitchen sink to bring out the scent of the season every time you wash your hands.
- Pair a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap with a festive dish towel and a fresh rosemary plant for a meaningful host gift.
- Pair a Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap with a bottle of Thieves Household Cleaner, a bottle of Christmas Spirit essential oil blend and a 16 oz glass spray bottle for a wonderful natural home gift.
Pine Essential Oil
Pine essential oil is an underrated one for sure. This tree oil has an uplifting aroma that creates a breath of fresh air anywhere you use it, encourages feelings of positive energy, repels the influence of negative energy, and has some really unique and incredible health benefits!
Make scented fire starters for your cozy winter home and to gift to friends and neighbors. You'll need:
- Yarn or twine
- Large, foraged pinecones from the yard
- Thieves Household Cleaner
- Pine or Christmas Spirit essential oil blends
Collect pine cones and lightly spritz them with diluted Thieves Household Cleaner to get rid of any unwanted pests. Allow to dry overnight.
Wrap twine or yarn around the pinecones, all the way into the center, weaving between the individual scales. You can use festive, colorful yarn for a fun twist or neutral yarn or twine.
Drop 5 drops of essential oil onto the yarn/twine of each pinecone. Place in a basket beside the fireplace and add a few to the fire whenever build one.
Make your artificial tree smell like the real thing with these simple hacks:
- Add Pine essential oil to reed diffuser sticks and place in your tree
- Drop Pine essential oil onto any porous ornaments
Make a simple DIY Tree & Garland Spray and spritz on greenery as desired. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add
- 30 drops Pine
- 15 drops Idaho Blue Spruce or Northern Lights Black Spruce (optional)
- A splash of witch hazel
- fill the rest with water
Make and gift (or keep and use) this incredible Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
- 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
- 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
- 1 tbsp shea butter
- 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 30 drops essential oil - Myrrh, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli, Pine
Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Essential oils for a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
Whether your winter skin needs some TLC or you have a more acute need, make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm and use it frequently and liberally. Use whatever essential oils you have that are listed.
- To about 1/4 jar of Rose ointment add:
- 10 drops Pine essential oil
- 8 drops Helichrysum
- 8 drops Myrrh
- 4 drops Frankincense
- 4 drops Lavender
Apply to needed area(s) 2-5 times a day. Frequency and consistency are crucial for these big needs.
Make a simple DIY Roll-on Cuticle Oil. This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Garndner's Hand Salve.
- 1/2 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
- 10 drops Pine essential oil
- 5 drops Frankincense essential oil
Add all the above to an empty 15 mL essential oil bottle and add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment. Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere.
Use Pine essential oil in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home. Add 20 drops to Thieves Household Cleaner (option to add 20 drops of lemon as well).
Make a DIY Wood Polish
- 1 cup Olive oil
- 5 drops Pine essential oil
- 5 drops Lemon essential oil
Diffuse Pine essential oil during meditation for a grounding and empowering experience. Pair it with Cinnamon Bark, Tangerine, Frankincense, Christmas Spirit or Vanilla.
Take a relaxing Epsom salt bath with Pine. Add 20 drops to 1 cup epsom salt and soak in warm water.
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the shinto relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
- 20 drops Pine essential oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops Cypress essential oil
- a carrier of your choice
Use Pine to make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes (below) or mix it with Lemon or Thieves.
Use this earthy tree oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season - and make a few for your friends and neighbors.
R..C. Essential Oil BlendR.C. essential oil blend is a powerful combination of Cypress, Spruce, and three types of Eucalyptus oils (E. citriodora, E. globulus, and E. radiata) making it an all time favorite for the winter months. The initials sand for Respiratory Care, as this oil feels like a deep, cleansing breath.
Make a DIY Chest Rub
Make a DIY Chest Rub
- 1 cup solid coconut oil
- 30 drops R.C. essential oil
- 20 drops Frankincense essential oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
Mix well and use on the chest, back and neck as desired.
Optional - whip with a handheld or stand mixer for a fluffier consistency. You can also sub in shea butter for some of the coconut oil for a more moisturizing formula.
Add 15 drops of R.C. to a cup of magnesium flakes or Epsom salt for a relaxing bath.
Place drops of R.C. onto cotton rounds or small cloths and place them in inconspicuous area of your home, office, and even your car.
Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
- 20 drops each R.C. and Lavender
- 10 drops Tea Tree
- Fill the rest with water
Add R.C. to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for fresh-scented laundry.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
- 1/2 cup uncooked rice
- 1/4 cup Epsom salt
- 1 cup dried lavender buds
- muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
- 40 drops R.C. essential oil
In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to throughly scent the moisture.
Spoon the mixture into your muslin pouch.
Place anywhere you want to add to a fresh lavender scent.
Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oils.
Use R.C. to make DIY Laundry Scent Booster. This is also a fun handmade gift for a new homeowner or homemaker, especially paired with Thieves Laundry Caddy or a diffuser and your favorite diffuser blend. To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add:
- 1.5 cup Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 30 drops R.C. essential oil blend
- 15 drops Thieves essential oil blend (optional)
Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Use this purifying blend to make DIY Cleaning Fizzies for yourself or a handmade gift.
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 1/2 cup cornstrch
- 4 tsp water
- 40 drops R.C. essential oil (or Thieves or Pine)
- 3 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
- Ice cube tray or candy mold
Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix evenly.
Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.
Step 3 - Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
Step 4 - Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about 3/4 full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.
Step 5 - Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
To use - When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard to clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl bottle, or sink for 20-30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a glass jar, add:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup salt
- 40 drops R.C. essential oil (or Thieves or Pine with Lemon)
Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 20 drops R.C. essential oil
- 10 drops Lavender essential oil
- 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
- Pinch of sea salt or splash of witch hazel
- fill the rest with water
Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Diffuse this spa-inspired oil blends anytime your lungs need a little TLC or you need a quick trip to the spa. Bonus points for adding running the diffuser during a bath or shower to allow the steam to help open airways even more.
- Breathe Easy - R.C. + Thieves + Peppermint
- Relax - R.C. + Lavender + Lemon
- Gather Together - R.C. + Tangerine + Lemongrass
- Goodnight Moon - R.C. + Lavender + Thieves
- 2021 - R.C. + Pine + Thieves + Lemon
Thieves Essential Oil BlendThieves essential oil is legendary blend of purifying essential oils, Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary, known for immune support and cleansing properties when taken internally. This oil is definitely one we want to have on hand this time of year.
Make a Daily Wellness Roller
- 20 drops Thieves
- 20 drops Pine
- 20 drops Lemon
- 10 drops Frankincense
- 10 drops Oregon (optional)
- fill with carrier oil of choice
Apply over lymph nodes, along the spine, on the bottom of the feet a few times a day or more as desired.
Add a drop of Thieves to your toothpaste or mouthwash for naturally fresh breath.
Make these Detox Bath Salts to use all winter long and to gift to those you love. To a glass jar, add:
- 1 cup magnesium flakes
- 1/2 cup Epsom salts
- 30 drops Thieves essential oil
- 10 drops Lemon essential oil (optional)
- dried lavender, rose buds, rosemary (optional)
Mix well. If gifting or storing add 1/4 cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping.
Use this spicy-sweet blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
- Make a few for your friends and neighbors
- Check out the November DIY for all the details
Dilute and apply to the bottoms of your kid's feet in the morning and for a great day at school.
Add a few drops to your dishwater or dishwasher to eliminate orders and boost cleaning.
Use Thieves + Orange to make the Scented Pinecone Fire Starters (directions above).
Add a drop of Thieves to a cotton ball and place in a zip top bag with holiday cards to infuse them with the scent of Thieves.
Make Oil-Infused Bottle Brush Trees with Thieves Oil. The directions are laid out in the Holiday Handbook blog post.
Make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes above using Thieves or a mix of Thieves, Pine, R.C. or other favorites.
Add 3 drops of Thieves to organic wool dryer balls for festive laundry.
Ad a drop of Thieves Vitality to coffee grounds before brewing for a festive coffee or to hot cocoa for a spicy twist. (Thieves Vitality and Thieves essential oils are the same thing!)
Make a Thieves Tea to sip on before anytime for an immune boost. Add a drop of Thieves Vitality and Lemon Vitality to hot water in your favorite mug.
Diffuse this spicy-sweet blend all season long, and especially during and after gatherings.
- Fresh Air - Thieves + R.C. + Tangerine or Orange
- Sleep Tight - Thieves + Lavender + Vanilla
- Lemon Cake - Thieves + Lemon + Vanilla
- Blueberry Pie - Thieves + Valor
Frankincense Essential OilAdd Frankincense to your on-the-go wellness kit for the literal bumps in the road and make this simple, but effective Pavement Spray. The best part about this is that you don't have to rub it in onto tender skin. To a 2 oz glass or stainless steel spray bottle, add:
- 10 drops Lavender
- 10 drops Frankincense
- 5 drops Myrrh or Helichrysum
- 5 drops Tea Tree or Melrose
- Fill with fractionated coconut oil
Spray onto knees, elbows, any skin that needs some TLC.
Aromatically, it encourages spiritual awareness and is uplifting, making it wonderful addition to morning prayer, meditation or the mindful practices.
- Diffuse with Frankincense and Tangerine
- Apply a drop to the wrists and over the heart.
- Apply a drop to the crown of the head.
Make a Meditation Roller to use during spiritual practices or even to help focus the mind. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 15 drops Frankincense
- 10 drops Cedarwood
- 5 drops Peppermint
- fill with a carrier of choice
Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently.
Add to your favorite skincare products! Frankincense is an incredible skin oil. Add to your Orange Blossom, Bloom or Art Light moisturizer.
Make this DIY Glow Up Beauty Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
- 30 drops Frankincense
- 30 drops Blue Tansy
- 10 droppersful CBD Beauty Boost (optional)
- Fill with carrier of choice (jojoba, Argan, etc)
Add any other skin-loving oils - Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Myrrh, Manuka, Rose
For extra glowy skin, add a roller top directly to your Frankincense and roll it over your face every evening before bed. (Note, if you are very new to essential oils, we'd recommend diluting with a carrier oil.)
Frankincense is an incredible oil for supporting skin and tissues during times of injury, such as a gift to new mamas. Use this oil for a relaxing and healing bath (or sitz bath), no matter who's skin needs some help. To make a Healing Bath Soak, mix together:
- 1/4 cup Epsom salt
- 3 drops Frankincese
- 3 drops Myrrh
- 1 drop Helichrysum
- 1 tbsp organic arnica oil (optional)
Sit and soak for 30 minutes or as long as desired
Make and gift (or keep and use) the Gardner's Hand Salve (recipe above under Pine) to anyone who works with their hands.
Add a drop of Frankincense to Thieves Mouthwash for excellent oral health and add a drop of Frankincense to 1 tbsp of organic coconut oil for oil pulling
Make a daily perfume or cologne roller with Frankincense:
- Frankincense, Tangerine, Jasmine
- Frankincense, Lavender, Tangerine, Vanilla
- Frankincense, Vetiver, Bergamot
Make a daily Gratitude Roller:
- 10 drops Valor
- 7 drops Frankincense
- 5 drops Joy
- Top with a carrier oil and roll on liberty and frequently
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
December's gifts with Purchase
December's gift with purchase is here, and it's packed with winter essentials for a fresh and festive home. Pine, Christmas Spirit, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, R.C., Thieves, and Frankincense are yours when you place a qualifying order. And enjoy the gift of free shipping on all orders of 100 PV or more.
For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out December's 'How to Use' blog post.
FAQs:
What is December's Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.
Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV and your order ships free. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 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
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.
Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up on my porch with fun freebies inside!
Freebies During the Month of December
With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. Stock up on fall-time favorites and your order will ship for free.
190 PV Orders
With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL CHRISTMAS SPIRIT oil blend and a 3 pack WINTER NIGHTS FOAMING HAND SOAP. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 5 mL PINE essential oil.
CHRISTMAS SPIRIT essential oil blend, 5 mL
- Tap into the magic of the season. Diffuse Christmas Spirit for a warm, joyful aroma.
- Cinnamon, spruce, and orange - oh my! Use this festive blend for all your holiday DIYs.
WINTER NIGHTS FOAMING HAND SOAP, 3 pack
- Deck the halls! Place a bottle of Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap by every sink for a festive touch.
- Bring the spirit of the outdoors inside. Diffuse Pine for that festive, freshly cut tree scent (as well as some amazing health benefits).
- Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
250 PV Orders
With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL R.C. essential oil blend and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!
R.C. essential oil blend, 15 mL
- Win your winter workouts. Breathe R.C.'s invigorating aroma before and during your exercise routine for happy lungs.
- Bring the spa to your home. Add R.C. to the diffuser, add it to Epsom salts and soak those tired muscles after a long day.
300 PV Orders
With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL THIEVES essential oil blend and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!
- Bring on the cozy. On chilly nights, keep spirits warm and bright with Thieves' spicy-sweet scent.
- Give your immune system a boost. Dilute and apply this blend over lymph nodes daily, diffuse it all season long, even add to Epsom salts for a soak.
400 PV Orders
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- Create calm, peaceful spaces. Invite tranquility with Frankincense's grounding scent.
- Rediscover the meaning of the season. Apply or diffuse this oil as you focus on gratitude and presence this time of year.
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 December.
Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.
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:
- Feeling Pine! 6 uses for Pine essential oil
- 12 Days of Christmas Diffuser Blends
- 6 Reasons to love R.C. essential oil
- All About Thieves
- All About Frankincense
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Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Gratitude Essential Oil
Oil Spotlight for November
Gratitude essential oil blend has an uplifting aroma that fosters gratitude, thankfulness, and contentment. Life simply flows better when your heart and mind are open and grounded with gratitude.
Each month we focus on using an oil everyday to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in November. My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.
Just a Drop of Gratitude
Gratitude essential oil blend contains nine essential oils and has a spiritual aroma that promotes gratitude, thankfulness, and appreciation, helping foster a positive attitude and attracting all that is good in your life.
- Has a uplifting and nurturing aroma that is perfect for daily use
- Is a wonderful addition to your daily gratitude practice. Pair this oil blend with a daily gratitude journal.
- Pairs well with Harmony, Forgiveness, Joy, Tangerine, Stress Away, Valor, and White Angelica essential oils
- A great addition to the Feelings Collection kit
Background
Gratitude is a blend of Grand Fir, Frankincense, Coriander, Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vetiver, and Geranium essential oils.
- Idaho Grand Fir - opens emotional blocks and helps energize the spirit
- Frankincense - carries historical and biblical significance as a grounding and uplifting aroma
- Coriander - supports healthy digestion, which is often affected in emotional stress, also supports a healthy immune system
- Myrrh - a holy anointing oil, Myrrh supports the endocrine and limbic system allowing it to support both emotions and hormones. According to legend, Myrrh also possesses the frequency of wealth.
- Ylang Ylang - balances the energy within the body and promotes reaction and conficence
- Bergamot - this sweet, spicy citrus oil is uplifting and calming and helps combat stress and anxious thoughts
- Northern Lights Black Spruce - this favorite tree oils incredibly grounding & relaxing and helps to clear the mind.
- Vetiver - high in sesquiterpenes, Vetiver helps to calm the central nervous system to a state of focus or meditation and eases anxious thoughts.
- Geranium - this floral oil helps balance hormones, promotes relaxation and supports the liver (which is where negative emotions such as anger are stored).
Key Constituents
Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties.
- Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind
- Beta pinene - helps support the adrenal glands, which are responsible for our 'fight or flight' response
- Linalool - can support the body during injury and sickness and helps relieve stress
- Bornyl acetate - may help calm and focus the mind
Gratitude and Emotions
Gratitude is different than thankfulness. You can feel thankful but in order to express gratitude, you will have to tell or show someone else how you feel. Gratitude is moving into a place where you are acting on your emotion and belief. We have each been given powerful and amazing gifts of life and purpose. Are we acting on the truth of seeing what we have been given?
Gratitude Oil helps us to release old patterns of feelings "it is not safe' to be ourselves and to live in our circumstances. If you think about it, gratefulness is our way out. When we are grateful for even the most difficult and undeserved situations from our past, it help us to release them and move on into a new present.
We have learned, grown, been stretched, and that situation has served its purpose to make us who we are. It no longer needs to have any hold over us. We are safe to move forward and leave it behind. We are also safe to reveal who we truly are and those meant to journey with us wills that and choose to embrace us.
Daily Habits with Gratitude
Diffuse this uplifting aroma while inviting feelings of emotional and spiritual progress.
Use it during meditation, yoga, or personal spiritual practice while you uplift and elevate your feelings of gratitude. This can be a powerful practice when you combine Gratitude oil with daily intentions. A gratitude journal is a wonderful place to start.
Apply 1-3 drops topically behind the ears, over the heart, on your wrists, back of neck and base of spine.
Diffuse while beginning your day with an open, uplifting mindset of appreciation.
DIFFUSE
Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and add the uplifting aroma of Gratitude to the day.
- Thankful Heart: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Tangerine + 2 drops Frankincense
- Enlightened: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Joy
- Meditation Space: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 3 drops Sacred Frankincense or Sacred Sandalwood
- Visionary: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Valor + 2 drops Lime
Companion Products
- Grounding essential oil blend
- Harmony essential oil blend
- Envision essential oil blend
- Feelings Kit essential oil blend
Join us in using Grounding daily this season to create great daily habits that supports our overall health - physical, mental, and emotional.
Want to try Idaho Blue Spruce 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
The 2021 Holiday Handbook
Fill your diffuser with Vanilla and Christmas Spirit and grab a mug of peppermint cocoa because it's time to get festive. No matter what holiday (if any!) you celebrate this time of year, these fun and festive recipes, DIYs and diffuser blends are certain to create a cozy welcoming winter home using the unique and healthy items in the 2021 Holiday Catalog. Doing some gifting? Check out the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for some great combos to git health and wellness to your family and friends.
Under the Mistletoe Breath SprayThis little bottle will be your mistletoe BFF! Perfect to pack in your purse, backpack, or even stash in your car, this simple breath spray will h ave your breath feeling fresh whenever you need it. To a 10 mL glass spray bottle, add:
- 3 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Spearmint Vitality essential oil
- 1 tsp Thieves Mouthwash, optional
Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth as desired.
Candy Cane Lip Scrub
This simple lip scrub is perfect for all the mistletoe moments this season.
This simple lip scrub is perfect for all the mistletoe moments this season.
- 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 5 drops Vanilla oleoresin
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil**
Combine essential oils and coconut oil, then add in sugar. Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a dry towel. Store in a glass jar. **To make this extra special and creamy, whip the coconut oil in a stand mixer or handheld mixer until its fluffy.
Winter Nights Holiday Body Scrub
If the North Pole had a signature scent, this would be it. This simple KIY leaves your skin silky smooth and its dreamy winter scent is perfect for the season. Make it for yourself or package it up with a cute ribbon and gift it to a friend.
- 1/4 cup organic fractionated coconut oil
- 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
- 15 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
- 10 drops Vanilla oleoresin
Mix Winter Nights and Vanilla with fractionated coconut oil in a glass container, then add organic cane sugar to the bowl and stir until combined. To use, massage into skin in a circular motion and rinse well. After exfoliating, moisturize with Young Living's Winter Nights Hand and Body Lotion.
Peppermint Latte Coffee Scrub
This simple DIY is always a crowd pleaser and is great for winter hands, especially when followed with the Very Vanillamint Body Butter.
- 1 cup organic ground coffee
- 1 cup cane sugar
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops Vanilla Oleoresin (or Eos of choice - Cardamom, Thieves, etc)
- small glass jars
Mix coffee grounds and sugar together, then add melted coconut oil and essential oils. Mix well and place in a glass jar. Top with burlap and tie with twine and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a festive gift.
Vanillamint Body Butter
There really is no substitute for the Very Vanillamint set from Young Living, but if you missed the ordering deadline, this DIY is your next best bet.
There really is no substitute for the Very Vanillamint set from Young Living, but if you missed the ordering deadline, this DIY is your next best bet.
- 8-12 ounce glass container
- 1/2 cup solid refined, organic coconut oil
- 1/2 cup organic mango butter (or a mix of shea butter and mango butter)
- 1/2 cup organic jojoba oil
- 5 drops Spearmint essential oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 15 drops Vanilla essential oil
Place coconut oil and shea butter in a bowl and whip with a handheld or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth. Slowly add in the jojoba oil, then essential oils, mixing as you add. Whip for about 5 minutes or so. The longer you mix, the fluffier it will become.
Easy DIY Bath Bombs
If you missed out on the new Sweet Maple and KidScents Bath Bombs or want to DIY-it for a custom scent, this recipes for you.
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup citric acid
- 2 tbsp epsom salts
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 20-30 drops essential oil(s) of choice (see some suggested pairings below)
- 1 tsp water or more if necessary
- Silicone molds or large ice cream scoop
In a large bowl combine backing soda, citric acid, and Epsom salts. Stir well. In a smaller bowl combine coconut oil and essential oils. Slowly whisk wet ingredients into dry. It should reach a crumbly consistently.
Your mixture is ready when you can mold it into a shape and it sticks without coming apart. If it is too crumbly, add in water, 1 tsp at a time. Mixture should be dry but able to hold a shape. To shape your bath bombs either pack them into your molds or a large ice cream scoop. Leave in the molds overnight, then remove carefully and place on a baking sheet to dry.
Oil pairing ideas:
- Peppermint + Vanilla
- Lavender + Peppermint
- Lavender + Vanilla
- Eucalyptus + Lemon
- Believe + Vanilla
- Gratitude + Tangerine
DIY Room SpraysThis simple DIY will make your home feel cozy and makes a lively gift paired with a fresh rosemary plant, a festive dish towel, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap or a fresh fir wreath.
- Winter Solstice - 10 drops each Thieves + Idaho Blue Spruce + Vanilla
- Holly Jolly - 10 drops each Tangerine + Christmas Spirit or Winter Nights
- Silent Night - 10 drops each Lavender + Frankincense + Valor
- Baking Cookies - 10 drops each Thieves + Vanilla
- Frosted Forest - 10 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 5 drops each Pine + Cedarwood + Peppermint
- Twisted Peppermint - 10 drops each Peppermint + Vanilla + Ylang Ylang
Add essential oils to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add a splash of witch hazel and top with water. Spritz on all the things!
Winter Wonderland Tree Spray
Here is a spray that you can spritz on your trees, garlands (Fresh or artificial) and stockings to make things smell festive and cozy. to a 2 oz spray bottle, add:
- 20 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
- 10 drops of Cedarwood
- 7 drops of Orange
- 5 drops of Cinnamon
Fill the bottle with witch hazel, vodka or water and shake before each spray. Spritz everywhere for a festive tree scent.
DIY Chai Spice and Candy Cane Forest Hand Soaps
We can't get enough of creating custom hand soap scents. These are a fun way to cozy up your home, make great host gifts and are simple to whip up to accompany the changing of the seasons. Chai Spice is lovely for the Thanksgiving season and Candy Cane Forest is wonderful for winter or holidays.
We can't get enough of creating custom hand soap scents. These are a fun way to cozy up your home, make great host gifts and are simple to whip up to accompany the changing of the seasons. Chai Spice is lovely for the Thanksgiving season and Candy Cane Forest is wonderful for winter or holidays.
- Foaming hand soap bottle or recycle a YL one
- 2 tbsp Liquid Castile Soap
- 20 drops essential oils*
- 1 tsp Vitamin E oil
Add essential oils, Vitamin E oil and Castile Soap to the bottle, then top with water leaving 1" at the top.
- Chai Spice - 6 drops Cardamom + 4 drops each Cinnamon Bark + Clove + Ginger + Vanilla
- Candy Cane Forest - 10 drops Peppermint + 5 drops each Vanilla + Ylang Ylang
Holiday Spice Wool Dryer Balls
There's something about the smell of warm fresh laundry directly from the dryer - especially when combining Thieves Laundry Soap and essential oil infused wool dryer balls.
Add 4-5 drops of essentials to each dryer ball. Essential oils of choice:
- Christmas Spirit
- Peppermint + Vanilla
- Cinnamon Bark + Orange
- Stress Away + Peppermint
- Cardamom + Orange
Let the dryer balls air dry for about an hour or to speed up the process you can dry them alone. This will allow the oil to absorb into the wool and not transfer to your clothes. When it's time to dry your clothes, toss the dryer balls into the dryer with your clothing. Refresh the oils every 4-5 loads or more often if you prefer a stronger sent. (Life hack - add essential oils to your dryer balls when you're done with laundry so they are ready for next week!)
Scented Holiday Cards
This simple holiday hack will give your family and friends (and your postal carrier) an instant jolt of goodness retrieving your cards from the mail.
- Printed Holiday Cards and Envelopes
- A gallon zip lock bag
- Cotton balls or pads
- Our favorite essentials oils. We recommend Christmas Spirit, Joy, Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Orange or any combination
Place a few drops of oil on a cotton ball or pad in the zip lock bag. Add your cards to the bag and zip closed overnight.
DIY Oil Infused Bottle Brush Trees
Give your bottle brush trees a little something extra this year - infuse them with festive essential oils.
- Large pitcher or jar (bit enough for your trees)
- Distilled water
- Witch hazel
- Oils of your choice. We love Believe, Christmas Spirit, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Winter Nights, Orange or Pine
- Bottle Brush trees
Fill the jar or pitcher almost full of water and add a splash of witch hazel. Add about 20-30 drops of oil and stir with a silicone or metal spoon. Hold your tree upside down for about a minute in the water, then take it out and let it air dry.
Spiced Orange and Cranberry Garland
This is one of our favorite things to do every year. it is beautiful, smells amazing, adds a festive touch to any room and is so easy to make.
- About 5 oranges or a mix of oranges, clementines and grapefruit for varied sizes and colors.
- Essential oils - Christmas Spirit, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla, Clove, Believe, Thieves
- Fresh cranberries and cinnamon sticks
Slice your oranges in circles to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness and arrange them on a non-stick surface or parchment paper. Pour 2-3 drops of essential oils on each slice, then set them in a cool oven and turn the temperature onto the closet setting your oven will allow. (If your oven does not go below 300, et it there and use a wooden spoon to prop the oven open slightly and allow some heat to dissipate.)
Leave the slices in the oven for about 5 hours, then shut the oven off and leave the oranges in overnight or until completely cool. They will be fairly dry, but will continue to dry out over time. You don't want to over dry them in the oven because they can start to burn. If you have a dehydrator, you can use the fruit setting to make the dry the citrus slices.
Once they are dry, string them with some twine, alternating with a few varying sized slices and add a cranberry or two, a tied cinnamon stick - whatever you like. Hang them in your home for some delicious smelling holiday cheer.
Bath and Body WorksWinter Candle Dupes
It's not just visible decorations that evoke warm, welcoming winter feelings, its the scents as well - cinnamon, spruce, orange, and spice. We ditched the toxic candles for oils years ago, so here are our top 9 candle-inspired favorites!
- Mulled Cider - 4 Christmas Spirit + 2 Grapefruit + 2 Clove + 3 Bergamot
- Fresh Balsam - 4 Idaho Balsam Fir + 3 Cedarwood + 2 Eucalyptus
- Frosted Cranberry - 4 Cinnamon Bark + 4 Stress Away + 3 Ylang Ylang
- Twisted Peppermint - 4 Peppermint + 3 Idaho Balsam Fir + 3 Vanilla
- Marshmallow Fireside - 4 Stress Away + 2 Clove + 2 Nutmeg + 2 Lemon + 2 Peppermint
- Tree Farm - 3 Northern Lights Black Spruce + 4 Idaho Blue Spruce + 2 Pine + 3 Bergamot
- Tis the Season - 4 Frankincense + 3 Cinnamon Bark + 3 Orange
- Fireside - 4 Pachouli + 2 Tangerine + 3 Vetiver + 2 Orange
- Candle Apple Fruitcake - 4 Christmas Spirit + 3 Orange + 2 Peppermint + 3 Vanilla
Diffuser Blends for Gathering
It's the season of gatherings and get together, so fill your diffusers with any of these blends to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Warm Welcome - 2 drops each Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Orange, Clove, Cinnamon Bark
- Powder Room - 5 Bergamot + 2 Orange + 2 Nutmeg + 1 Clove
- Fireside Chats - 4 Ylang Ylang + 4 Vetiver + 2 Cinnamon Bark
- Around the Table - 4 Orange + 2 Cinnamon Bark
- Grandma's Kitchen - 4 Christmas Spirit + 4 Lemon + 2 Stress Away
- Goodbye Hug - 4 Lavender + 4 Northern Lights Black Spruce + Orange
Christmas Movie Diffuser Blends
Colder weather and cozy homes are the perfect thing for curling up by the fire with your favorite movie. Try one of these holiday movie inspired blends.
- Elf - Vanilla, Orange, Peppermint
- Its a Wonderful Life - Frankincense, Joy
- Miracle on 34th Street - Idaho Blue Spruce, Cinnamon Bark, Orange, Vanilla
- The Polar Express - Peppermint, Cinnamon Bark, Lemon
- Charlie Brown Christmas - Wintergreen, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla, Orange
- Christmas Vacation - Stress Away, Peppermint, Vanilla
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Peppermint, Spearmint, Vanilla
- Home Alone - Clove, Vanilla, Cardamom, Orange
- Love Actually - Joy, Bergamot, Orange
- The Holiday - Christmas Spirit, Vanilla
- The Family Stone - Frankincense, Peppermint, Vanilla
Roller BlendsHow about a few happiest holiday rollerball recipes? Make these for yourself and make a few for some friends. Take a minute to make up some rollerballs so that you have them on hand when you need them.
All recipes are for a 10 mL roller bottle. Add essential oils and top with a carrier oil. Optional - double the drops of oil for a stronger scent.
All recipes are for a 10 mL roller bottle. Add essential oils and top with a carrier oil. Optional - double the drops of oil for a stronger scent.
- Gather Roller (a great perfume for gatherings and sharing with friend)
10 Lavender, 8 Northern Lights Black Spruce, 7 Frankincense, 3 Cinnamon Bark - All is Calm Roller (Great for a peaceful night of sleep - roll onto temples and wrists)
10 drops each Lavender, Vanilla, Valor - Joy to the World (wear this as perfume on your neck or wrists to combat the hustle and bustle of the season)
10 drops each Joy, Tangerine, White Angelica + 5 drops Vanilla - Do you Believe Roller (a lovely, festive perfume blend that supports all the emotions this time of year can bring)
15 Believe, 10 drops each Idaho Grand Fir, Lavender, Tangerine - Winter Wellness Roller (stay well this holiday season, roll this on spines and bottoms of feet daily)
15 drops each Thieves, Lemon, Frankincense + 10 drops Oregano or ImmuPower - Planes, Trains and Automobiles Roller (this roller is your best friend if the motion of travel makes your belly uneasy)
15 drops each Peppermint, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Radiata - Easy on the Eggnog Roller (upset tummies from too much sugar around the holidays? Roll this one right around the belly button)
15 drops each DiGize, Peppermint, Lemon - Son of a Nutcracker Roller (too much wine at the holiday party last night? Roll this on your temples and back of neck for some relief)
15 drops M-Grain, 10 drops each Peppermint and PanAway, 1 dropperful of CBD Drops
Festive Food & DrinkWhether you are hosting family and friends, having a night at home with your family or just want a little something fun and festive in your day, try out these delicious food and drink recipes!
Peppermint Brownies
This might be the simplest essential oil recipe ever - just add 4 to 5 drops of Peppermint Vitality essential oil to your favorite brownie recipe (from scratch or even a box) after you add the wet ingredients and bake as desired. Once cooled, use your favorite holiday cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
Optional - top your brownies with a layer of chocolate frosting (with or without a few drops of Peppermint Vitality) or powdered sugar. These are fun to make for parties, neighbors, or just because.
This might be the simplest essential oil recipe ever - just add 4 to 5 drops of Peppermint Vitality essential oil to your favorite brownie recipe (from scratch or even a box) after you add the wet ingredients and bake as desired. Once cooled, use your favorite holiday cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
Optional - top your brownies with a layer of chocolate frosting (with or without a few drops of Peppermint Vitality) or powdered sugar. These are fun to make for parties, neighbors, or just because.
Peppermint Mocha
- 2 cups strongly brewed coffee or espresso
- 2 cups milk of your choice
- 1/4 cup cacao powder (you can also use 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 3 oz dark chopped chocolate)
- 4 tbsp maple syrup or raw honey
- 3-4 drops Peppermint Vitality
Pour milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Whisk in the cocoa powder (or whatever chocolate you're using) and the maple syrup. Bring to a Bol, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes, whisking as needed until smooth.
Remove from the heat and when slightly cooled, add 2 drops of Peppermint Vitality (the flavor is bold, so start with 2 drops and add more if you want). Place the peppermint cocoa mixture and the coffee in a Vitamin or other high-powered blender (or use a handheld frother) and blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until frothy. Divide into 4 mugs, top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or both.
Eggnog Chai
- Chai tea bag and water to prepare it
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality
- 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality
- ground cinnamon
Prepare Chai tea according to directions. Heat eggnog on the stove or in the microwave unit it's hot to your liking. Once the tea is prepared and the eggnog is heated, combine in a mug and let cool slightly, then add the essential oils.
Use a hand-held frother, blender, or electric milk frother to combine. This serves one, so you can double or triple it if you need to, top with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and enjoy. You can easily make this with coffee and can add sweetener to taste (like honey or maple syrup if you want).
Homemade Hot Cocoa
"Tis the season for Jack Frost nipping at your nose! Wind down and warm up with your favorite mug brimming with homemade hot chocolate. You can add any Vitality oil to your recipe, but these are our favorites:
Pumpkin Spice Hot cocoa
- 4 cups milk of your choice
- 8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Clove Vitality essential oil
Lavender Hot Cocoa
- 4 cups milk of choice
- 8 tbsp unsweetened coca powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tsp honey, or more to taste
- 4 drops Lavender Vitality essential oil
Peppermint Hot Cocoa
- 4 cups milk of choice
- 8 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1tsp honey, or more to taste
- 2 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Champurrado Mexican Hot Cocoa
- 4 cups milk of your choice
- 1/2 cup honey or agave
- 2 Mexican chocolate tablets
- 3/4 cups masa harina (corn flour)
- 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Orange Vitality essential oil
For all recipes - Heat all ingredients except oils in a pot over the stove, until just hot. Don't boil. Remove from heat, add the essential oils and stir to combine. Serve in your most festive mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, a candy cane, or all of it.
Holiday Mocktails
If you're having a party this season, these cocktail recipes are sure to impress. Family and guests will be so smitten with their look and taste that they won't even miss the alcohol!
NingXia Red Rosemary Mule
Pour all ingredients into a copper mug full of crushed ice. Stir well to mix and garnish with a spring of rosemary.
- 2 oz NingXia Red
- 6 oz ginger beer
- 1 drop Rosemary Vitality
- Rosemary spring
Holiday Mary
Salt the rim of a highball or old-fashioned glass. Fill with ice and set aside. Squeeze a lemon wedge into a shaker and drop it in. Add tomato juice, Vitality oils, a dash of hot sauce to taste, and ice to the shaker. Shake gently to mix. Strain into prepared glass and garnish with celery or your favorite toppings.
(The toothpick method allows you to get a more subtle flavor with the Vitality oils. Simply dip a toothpick in the top of the bottle and swirl through your ingredients.)
(The toothpick method allows you to get a more subtle flavor with the Vitality oils. Simply dip a toothpick in the top of the bottle and swirl through your ingredients.)
- Lemon wedges
- Sea salt
- 6 oz tomato juice
- 1 drop Black Pepper Vitality
- Toothpick swirl of Lime Vitality
- Toothpick swirl of Celery Seed Vitality
- Toothpick swirl of Lemon Vitality
- 1 drop hot sauce, to taste
- Celery stick (optional)
Cranberry Mojito
In a tall, sturdy glass, place a few mint leaves, the sweetener, a squeeze of lime, and the essential oils. Use a muddler to crush the leaves and combine the flavors. Add ice to the glass. Pour a splash of cranberry juice and stir. Fill a glass to the top with NingXia Zyng. Garnish with cranberries, more mint leaves and a lime wedge.
- Mint leaves
- 1 tsp honey or sweetener of choice
- 1 drop Peppermint Vitalty
- 1 drop Lime Vitality
- Splash of cranberry juice
- 1 can NingXia Zyng
- Fresh cranberries
- Lime wedges
NingXia Red Punch
In a punch bowl, pour NingXia Red, apple cider, pomegranate juice, and honey. Add fruit and cinnamon sticks and mix well. Cover and chill in the fridge until ready to serve. The longer the fruit soaks in the liquid, the more flavors will combine. Serve in short glasses garnished with more apple slices, pomegranate seeds, and cinnamon stick stirrers.
1 bottle of NingXia Red
1 bottle of NingXia Red
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups pomegranate juice
- 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup
- Sliced apples
- Pomegranate seeds
- Cinnamon Sticks
Spiced Cinnamon Cider
A steaming mug of cider is the perfect remedy to cold, wintry days. Serve it after a day of sledding or an evening of caroling to warm up guests from he inside out.
Add all ingredients to a large pot and stir to combine. Heat until simmering, and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve warm in a mug. Garnish with sliced oranges and cinnamon sticks.
- 8 cups apple juice or cider
- 4 cups orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 9 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality
- 6 drops Cardamom Vitality
- 4 drops Clove Vitality
- 4 drops Nutmeg Vitality
- 3 drops Citrus Fresh Vitality
- Sliced oranges
- Cinnamon sticks
Holiday GiftingOur favorite gift ideas for everyone on the nice list! These also make great stocking stuffers or small gifts for neighbors, teachers, hosts, etc.
Pro Tip: Buy a 3 pack of foaming hand soap, the Under the Mistletoe Lip Balm Set, or the Sweet Maple Bath Bombs set to save money and time. Three gifts in one when you separate the sets.
- Lavender essential oil + eyelash curler
- Lime Vitality + Cocktail Shaker
- Gentle Baby + Swaddle Blanket
- Peppermint Vitality + Coffee mug + homemade powder cocoa mix (see above)
- Purification essential oil blend + wool dryer balls
- Cinnamon bark + festive tea towel
- Thieves essential oil blend + loose leaf tea
- Rosemary Vitalty + olive oil + measuring cups/spoons
- Lemon Vitality + glass water bottle
- Peppermint essential oil + cork yoga mat
- Stress Away roll-on + good book or movie
- Joy essential oil blend + diffuser jewelry
- Christmas Spirit essential oil blend + ornament
- Winter Nights or Christmas Spirit Foaming Hand Soap + festive hand towel
- Sweet Maple Bath Bomb + cozy socks or slippers + lip balm
- Lip balm + beanie or headband
Simple Crafts for the HolidaysWhether your kiddos are out of school for a few weeks or you just want some simple, fun activities for the season here are some of our favorite festive crafts to do together this season.
This simple craft gets everyone outdoors and can even be a school project with just a little imagination. It makes a lovely oil tray ro a handmade gift.
- Air dry clay
- Craft paper
- Rolling pin
- Craft paint + brushes
- Modge lodge gloss or other sealer
- Various leaves from your yard
Cut out a piece of air dry clay, then roll it out onto craft paper to about 1/2 inch thick, making sure your leaf will fit. Then press your leaf (vein side down) onto the clay. Remove the leaf from the clay, cut around the outline with a knife, then remove the excess clay from around the imprint.
Go around the perimeter of the leaf and gently press the sides up and in to create a small edge. Allow the clay to air dry and harden on a baking rack for 24 hours. Next Paint! Once the paint is dry, cover with a coat of modge lodge gloss, then dry for 24 hours. After the sealer is dry, have your children sign the back and write the year.
Essential Oil Infused Play Dough
This is a fun one to get your children to make with you OR to make and surprise them with after school.
This is a fun one to get your children to make with you OR to make and surprise them with after school.
- 2 cups flour (can use gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup salt
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tbsp olive or coconut oil
- 2 cups cold water
- 5 drops essential oil - Lavender, Peace & Calming, Tangerine, Believe
- Natural food coloring - Optional
Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, oil, and water in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the dough has reached the right consistency.
Let cool, split into 3 balls, and knead in essential oils and optional food coloring until it is distributed evenly throughout each ball of play dough. Store in airtight container.
We hope you enjoy this Holiday Handbook. May your days be merry and bright!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
NingXia Red Hostess Gift
November's Ditch & Switch
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 share the gift of health and switch a conventional hostess gift of wine to one full of great benefits - NingXia Red.
We love loving on our friends and family, and what better way to say thank you for hosting than to give them something special and delicious that can benefit their health in a huge way! Especially during a season where we are consuming more sugar and have a busier schedule, we want to do everything we can to give our bodies the good stuff they need. For more information, check out September's blog on NingXia Red.
Enter the NingXia Red Hostess Gift.
Enter the NingXia Red Hostess Gift.
Why we Love It
NingXia Red is an excellent whole-food source of nutrients that tastes great, gives energy and strengthens the body without harmful stimulates. It also has an amazing low glycemic index of 11 that does not spike the blood sugar levels and makes a mean cocktail. NingXia Red...
- Supports a healthy immune system
- Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
- Provides energy support
- Is a HUGE source of antioxidants
- Supports brain and joint health
- Supports healthy hormone levels
- Supports healthy blood sugar levels
- Can help curb sugar cravings
Key Ingredients
NingXia Red is rich in ellagic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it has 18 amino acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and Vitamins B1, B2, B6, and E. It contains Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon, and Orange essential oils that enhance the taste and add great health benefits.
Gift Ideas
- Place a bottle of NingXia Red in a lovely reusable wine gift bag and tie with twine and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
- Pair a bottle of NingXia Red with a festive dish towel and simple handmade sugar scrub to keep at the kitchen sink.
- Make a hostess gift basket. The best thing about this is you can scale it however you like! Find a wicker to tin basket with a handle (thrift stores are great for this) and add any of the following:
- A bottle or two of NingXia Red
- A fresh rosemary plant in a ceramic or tin pot
- A festive dish towel or pot holder
- A Tranquil or Stress Away roller
- A CBD Calm roller
- Your favorite DIY roller blend
- A small diffuser and premade diffuser blend
- Homemade vanilla extract or an infused olive oil
- A set of beeswax taper candles or a beeswax jar candle
- A festive flavor of sparkling water to add to the NingXia Red
- A set of fun, festive glassware
Check out these amazing DIYs, like NingXia Gummies, Smoothie bowls, and Chia Seed pudding, for more ways to use NingXia Red. And include a instructional card for this NingXia Spritzer.
Take a picture of your NingXia Red hostess gifts and tag us on Instagram @oilisliving so we can see how beautiful they are!
Want to know why we are ditching the wine for NingXia Red (besides all the health benefits)? How about a little wine background...
A few notes on Wine
Did you know that the only thing required to be on a wine label is the percentage of alcohol it contains? And even that doesn't have to be completely accurate. None of the fillers, additives or colorants used in the wine have to be disclosed.
Which sounds a little scary if we're being honest! Let's take a look at exactly what is in convention wines (yes, even the organic ones). You might be surprised.
Which sounds a little scary if we're being honest! Let's take a look at exactly what is in convention wines (yes, even the organic ones). You might be surprised.
Additives are added to wine to change the flavor, add coloring, increase sweetness anymore. And they aren't disclosed on the ingredients label either. Some commonly used additives (that are also approved by the FDA) include:
- Sugars
- Sulfites
- Colorings like Mega Purple and Ultra Red
- Tartaric acid
- Yeast products
- Food grade dry ice
- Acetaldehyde
- Albumen (egg white)
- Milk products (pasteurized whole, skim, or half-and-half)
- Silica gel (colloidal silicon dioxide)
- Soy flour
- Defoaming agents (polyoxyethylene 40 monosterarate, silicon dioxide, dimethylpoly-siloxane, sorbitan monosterarate, glyceryl mono-oleate and glyceryl dioleate)
- The FDA has approved more than 70 additives that can be found in wine
These additives have to be below a certain level, but we know from our experience with household chemicals and cleaners that small exposures over time can be harmful as well. And this list doesn't even account for the pesticides sprayed the grapes themeslves.
With all the additives, the pesticides and even the naturally occurring constituents in grapes that come out during fermentation, it's no wonder wine (especially red wine) is the culprit for headaches. Tannins, sulfites and histamine are likely the instigators here. Tannins spur the release of the neurotransmitter serotonin which at high levels can cause headaches. Sulfites (yep, even in organic wines) can trigger headaches, asthma and allergic reactions. Histamine dilates blood vessels and can cause headaches that way. To make matters worse, some people lack the enzyme that helps metabolize histamine, which may make them more prone to wine headaches. Oy!
It's not all doom and gloom though. And we're not saying you can never have wine, but just like anything else we want to always be aware of what we are putting in our bodies.
Join us this month as we switch out conventional hostess gifts for the gift of health and NingXia Red.
Want to try NingXia Red, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
DIY Beeswax Jar Candles
DIY for Holiday Gifts!
The ambiance of candles is such a lovely addition to the home, especially during the colder months. And since we ditched scented candles long ago (so full of icky chemicals), we love making these simple beeswax jar candles and customizing the scent.Spruce, Peppermint and Orange for the fall, Purification, Tangerine and Lavender for the spring - the options are limitless. Check out all the diffuser recipes on this blog for oil combinations.
Supplies needed:
- Natural yellow beeswax or white beeswax pellets
- 1 tsp per jar of organic coconut oil
- Hemp wicks
- Wick stickers
- A wick centering device
- Glass jars or candle tins
- 50-75 drops essential oils per jar
- Twine and fresh rosemary or lavender sprigs for garnish, if desired
Instructions:
- Set a wide, shallow dish on the stove with water and heat to medium-low, very gently boiling.
- While the water heats, prepare your jars by adding a sticker to the metal ring of the wick and press firmly to the bottom of your glass jar. Align the wick holder on the top of the jar to keep the wick from moving to one side.
- Pour about 1/3 of the jar full of beeswax pellets, then add 1/2 tsp coconut oil. Repeat the layers, finishing with the beeswax to new the top of the jar. As you fill the jars, make sure that the wick remains in the center. The coconut oil is optional but helps to slow the burning of the beeswax so your candles will last longer.
- Once the water is boiling gently, place jars in and allow the wax and coconut oil to melt. Add more beeswax pellets as needed as the wax melts and naturally lowers.
- Once the wax is melted, remove from the water bath and place on a baking rack to cool. Add essential oils while wax is cooling, dropping the oils in various places around the wax.
- Allow the wax to cool and harden, then tie with twine and a sprig of rosemary or other garnish as desired. This also makes a lovely gift!
Oil Combination Ideas:
- 30 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce or Idaho Blue Spruce, 20 drops Cinnamon Bark, 10 drops Tangerine
- 30 drops Clove, 20 drops Cinnamon Bark, 20 drops Cardamom, 10 drops Vanilla
- 30 drops Clove, 20 drops Grapefruit, 20 drops Lime
- 30 drops Nutmeg, 20 drops Vanilla, 20 drops Clove
- 30 drops Rosemary, 25 drops Grapefruit, 20 drops Bergamot
- 30 drops Patchouli, 20 drops Cinnamon Bark, 20 drops Tangerine, 15 drops Vetiver
Want to create these lovely eye pillows, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Diffuser Blends for A Cozy Home
in November
This collection of diffuser blends has some of our favorite for cooler months! From sleepy time blends to immune support to holiday blends and popular candle dupes, these oils are essential for our health and in our homes.
Many of these blends include 'spice' oils like Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg, Clove and Ginger. These essential oils are supportive of the immune system, are antioxidants (think Clove!), and support the endocrine and adrenal systems.
This set of blends also include 'tree' oils like Northern Lights Black Spruce, Patchouli, Pine, and Idaho Blue Spruce, which are known for their grounding and calming properties. Further, tree oils are wonderful for releasing emotional blocks, fostering emotional intimacy and connection, and supporting the body's natural release to microbes.
Citrus oils also show up in these blends to bring a bright, uplifting atmosphere that is warm and familiar. Each of the oils in these blends supports the body in a unique way, both physically and emotionally.
Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell divine - all at the same time! Join us this month as we diffuse these favorite blends as cooler weather sets in.
Check it - many of these recipes contain the Gifts with Purchase oils in November. 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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Cool Autumn breezes need cozy flannel shirts, don't you think? We certainly do!And this blend brings all the warm, cozy feelings with a mix of Idaho Blue Spruce, Bergamot and Ylang Ylang.
Grounding, sweet, and a bit woodsy with just a hint of citrus spice, this is a wonderful blend to diffuse any time of day.
Plus 'tree oils' like spruce are helpful for the immune system.
Plus 'tree oils' like spruce are helpful for the immune system.
Just like the comfort of your favorite scarf, this blend wraps you in the warmth of familiarity. Diffuse it throughout the cooler months to bring some fall and winter higgle into your home.
Christmas Spirit is a blend of Cinnamon Bark, Orange and Spruce - the perfect cozy combination that also supports the immune system.
Christmas Spirit is a blend of Cinnamon Bark, Orange and Spruce - the perfect cozy combination that also supports the immune system.
Add in a little extra spruce (Idaho Blue Spruce) for some sweetness and the spice of Clove for the perfect blend. Clove also helps support the immune system and is a powerful antioxidant.
It may be the season of gratitude, and we believe that a thankful heart is something to cultivate year round. Joy, Tangerine and Frankincense are powerful emotional tools that can help us recenter and focus our minds and hearts on the beauty of life before us.
Joy is uplifting to the emotions, helping us move from feelings of sadness or shut down towards joy. Frankincense is incredibly grounding, and Tangerine is uplifting and stimulates creativity. Diffuse this blend throughout this season as a cue for your inner self to stop look around at the beauty surrounding you.
Imagine a cozy little cabin nestled in the woods, a cool breeze blowing by, and the glow of a fire. That is what this diffuser blend is!
Calming and grounding Patchouli meets the woodsiness of Pine, allowing you to envision the forest. The Clove, Pine, and Bergamot bring the crackling fire. The blend is a little sweet, a little spicy, and a little woodsy... the perfect cozy combination.
Pine and Patchouli are considered 'tree' oils, making them wonderful for fostering emotional connection and for supporting the immune system. Clove is another immune and antioxidant powerhouse, and Bergamot, like other citrus oils, contains limonene - a health powerhouse.
The first snowfall of winter is such a magical time. The air is cool and crisp, we're all bundled up in warm, cozy clothes or snuggled up by a fire.
Idaho Blue Spruce, Jade Lemon and Wintergreen are key players is this blend, supporting the immune and respiratory system (perfect for the cooler months!) and also lifting the spirits and mind.
These oils combine to create a blend that is crisp, bright and fresh, just lie the air before the first snowfall.
Idaho Blue Spruce, Jade Lemon and Wintergreen are key players is this blend, supporting the immune and respiratory system (perfect for the cooler months!) and also lifting the spirits and mind.
These oils combine to create a blend that is crisp, bright and fresh, just lie the air before the first snowfall.
This blend is perfect whenever you need a calming, cozy blend to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Idaho Blue Spruce and Pine essential oils are grounding and calming while also supporting the immune system.
Orange and Grapefruit are uplifting and stimulate creativity. Citrus oils also contain limonene, an essential oil constituent with studied health benefits, making this blend great for your health while also rivaling the post popular scented candles.
Idaho Blue Spruce and Pine essential oils are grounding and calming while also supporting the immune system.
Orange and Grapefruit are uplifting and stimulate creativity. Citrus oils also contain limonene, an essential oil constituent with studied health benefits, making this blend great for your health while also rivaling the post popular scented candles.
One of the easiest ways to start creating a low tox home is to ditch scented candles... but you don't have to sacrifice all the wonderful scents.
This popular candle dupe has none of the toxins or chemicals found in wall plugs and scented candles, but it smells divine!
Fill your home with the scents of woodsy vanilla goodness and Stress Away, Idaho Blue Spruce and Cedarwood - and support your mood and immune system at the same time.
This blend is grounded yet uplifting and perfect for winding down at the end of the day.
This popular candle dupe has none of the toxins or chemicals found in wall plugs and scented candles, but it smells divine!
Fill your home with the scents of woodsy vanilla goodness and Stress Away, Idaho Blue Spruce and Cedarwood - and support your mood and immune system at the same time.
This blend is grounded yet uplifting and perfect for winding down at the end of the day.
The most popular scented candles have nothing on this blend! Woodsy with a little spice, bright with a hint of citrus... that's what this diffuser blend is.
Idaho Blue Spruce is woodsy yet sweet, while Vetiver is deep and spicy like the scent of a fire. Peppermint is bright and fresh, while Bergamot brings a little citrus spice. Peppermint and Vetiver are wonderful for supporting focus while Bergamot, a citrus oil, supports creativity and positivity. Idaho Blue Spruce is grounding, calming and supports the immune system, making this a wonderful blend to diffuse this time of year.
It's the most wonderful time of the year, so bring the holiday cheer to your home with this calming and uplifting blend. The holiday season can hold so many complicated emotions, so taking time to center yourself is key!Valor and Frankincense are wonderful tools to do just that, especially in combination. Stress Away is just what the name suggests and is a great oil to diffuse during gatherings. Bergamot adds a little citrus spice that is uplifting and invigorating. These four oils combine for a lovely, cheerful blend.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
How to useNovember's Gifts with Purchase
Celebrate the season and give thanks for all the goodness in your life with this month's freebies. Diffuse Gratitude while you write in your journal and inhale Hope at the start of a new morning. Welcome friends and family to seasonal celebrations by diffusing the cozy scent of Gathering or Believe. Let the sacred scent of Myrrh fill your heart with thankfulness. Check out some of our favorite ways to use these oils right here!
Celebrate togetherness with this month's gift with purchase.
Celebrate togetherness with this month's gift with purchase.
Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Gratitude Essential Oil BlendGratitude essential oil blend contains nine essential oils and has a spiritual aroma that promotes gratitude, thankfulness, and appreciation, helping foster a positive attitude and attracting all that is good in your life.
Gratitude is a blend of:
- Balsam Fir, Frankincense, Coriander, Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vetiver, and Geranium
- Many of these oils are incredibly grounding and high in sesquiterpenes, a constituent that is specifically supportive of calming brain waves to focused or meditative states. Use this beautiful blend to invite a posture of gratitude into your heart!
Use this blend as a part of your daily Gratitude Protocol
- Drop 2-5 drops on the crown of your head in the morning and/or evening and say or write down three to five things for which you are thankful.
- Commit to this practice daily and keep a journal of how you feel and how your emotions shift.
Make a perfume roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 10-15 drops each of Gratitude, Tangerine, and Hope
- Fill with a carrier oil
Make a festive room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 10 drops Gratitude
- 5 drops each Cinnamon Bark and Tangerine
- a splash of witch hazel
- Fill with filtered water
Add 20 drops of Gratitude to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a festive twist.
Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
- Make a few for your friends and neighbors
- Check out the November 2021 DIY blog post for all the details
Use Gratitude blend during meditation, yoga, or personal spiritual practice while you uplift and elevate your feelings of gratitude. Apply 1-3 drops topically behind the ears, over the heart, on wrists, back of neck, and base of spine.
Diffuse these blends - perfect of the season.
- Thankful Heart: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Tangerine + 2 drops Frankincense
- Enlightened: 4 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Joy
- Meditation Space: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 3 drops Sacred Frankincense or Sacred Sandalwood
- Visionary: 3 drops Gratitude + 3 drops Valor + 2 drops Lime
Gathering Essential Oil BlendWe love gathering with our loved ones, sometimes that comes with challenges or maybe you just want to really create an atmosphere of love and acceptance.
- Gathering is a perfect blend to help us overcome the chaotic energy that can keep us from being our best self.
- The blend includes Northern Lights Black Spruce and Vetiver blended with Frankincense and Sandalwood to help us achieve our highest potential.
- These oils help increase the oxygen around the pineal gland and pituitary glands, to bring better harmony to our communications.
- This oil can be used to bring people together on a higher emotional, physical, and spiritual levels.
Diffuse before and while gathering with family and friends.
Apply one or two drops on wrists, edge of ears, temples, or your neck. Use with the following oils:
- Forgiveness on the navel
- Sacred Mountain and Valor on the crown of the head
- Clarity on the temples
- Dream Catcher on the forehead, ears, throat, eyebrows, base of neck, and under the nose
Add 20 drops of Gathering to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a festive twist.
Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
- Make a few for your friends and neighbors
- Check out the November DIY for all the details
Car Air Fresheners, 3 pk
Create good vibes on the go. Make errands runs a little more fun with these oil-ready air fresheners.
Drop a few drops of your favorite essential oils and blends onto one of these fresheners for a quick boost and a wonderful-smelling car.
Peppermint + Vanilla, Thieves + Orange or Gratitude are great combos!
Myrrh Essential OilHigh in sesquiterpenes, Myrrh can stimulate the limbic system, the seat of memory, so its a wonderful oil to use to work on past stored emotional trauma that is yours or that you could have inherited. This oil is helpful when you are working to deprogram miswritten information at a cellular level.
- Rub a drop of Myrrh around the belly button daily as a practical application.
- This practice works best when paired with strong affirmations, verses or other spoken and written words.
Aromatically, it encourages spiritual awareness and is uplifting, making it a wonderful addition to morning prayer, meditation or other mindfulness practices.
- Diffuse with Frankincense and Tangerine
- Apply a drop to the wrists and over the heart
- Apply a drop to the crown of the head
Make a Meditation Roller to use during spiritual practices or even to help focus the mind. To a 10 mL roller ball, add:
- 15 drops Myrrh
- 10 drops Cedarwood
- 5 drops Peppermint
- Fill the rest with a carrier of choice
Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently.
Add to your favorite skincare products - Myrrh is an incredible skin oil. Add to your Orange Blossom, Bloom or Art Light moisturizer.
Use Myrrh as a low note in perfume and cologne blends:
- Myrrh, Jasmine, Neroli
- Myrrh, Tangerine, Joy or Geranium
- Myrrh, Vetiver, Frankincense, Lavender
- Myrrh, Vetiver, Vanilla
- Myrrh, Pine, Sandalwood, Bergamot
Make a Winter Skin Serum to protect against dry skin and keep your skin glowing all season long. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
- 10 drops Myrrh
- 10 drops Frankincense
- 5 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood or Scared Sandalwood (Cedarwood will work as well but Sandalwood is ideal)
- Optional (and incredible!) - 3 droppers of CBD Beauty Boost
- Fill with a carrier of choice (jojoba is good for most skin types)
Add Myrrh to your on-the-go wellness kit for the literal bumps in the road and make this simple, but effective Pavement Spray. The best part about this is that you don't have to rub it in onto tender skin. To a 2 oz glass or stainless steel spray bottle add:
- 10 drops Lavender
- 10 drops Myrrh
- 5 drops Tea Tree or Melrose
- fill with fractionated coconut oil
Spray onto knees, elbows, any skin that needs some TLC
Make and gift (or keep and use) this incredible DIY Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
- 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
- 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
- 1 tbsp shea butter
- 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 30 drops essential oils - Myrrh, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli, Pine
- Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow to melt, stirring gently.
- Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
- Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into small containers.
- Essential oils for a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce, Valor
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
- 4 drops Frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops Myrrh essential oil
- Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere
Whether your winter skin needs some TLC or you have a more acute need, make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm and use it frequently and liberally.
- To about 1/4 jar of Rose ointment add
- 8 drops Helichrysum
- 8 drops Myrrh
- 4 drops Sacred Frankincense or Frankincense
- 4 drops Lavender
- Apply to needed areas 2-5 times a day. Frequency and consistency are crucial for these big needs.
There is a reason Myrrh was given to Jesus and Mary upon the birth. Myrrh is an incredible oil for supporting skin and tissue during times of injury, and such a gift to new mamas. Use Myrrh in this Relaxing and Healing Bath Soak. Note - this is a great practice for the postpartum mamas.
- To about 1/4 cup Epsom salt add,
- 3 drops Frankincense
- 3 drops Myrrh
- 1 drop Helichrysum
- Optional - 1 tbsp organic arnica oil
- Sit and soak for 30 minutes or as long as desired
Add a drop of Myrrh to Thieves Mouthwash for excellent oral health or add a drop of Myrrh to 1 tbsp of organic coconut oil for oil pulling.
Believe Essential OilBelieve is the perfect scent for the end of the year and the season of togetherness.
- It restores feelings of hope making it possible to more fully experience health, happiness, and vitality.
- Diffuse this deep, woodsy blend with sweet notes like Tangerine, Jasmine or Joy.
- Diffuse it on its own or even with Christmas Spirit.
- Note: Believe is a great substitute for blends that call for Idaho Grand Fir.
Make a daily perfume or cologne roller with Believe.
- Believe, Tangerine, Hope
- Believe, Lavender, Frankincense
- Believe, Vetiver, Bergamot
- Believe, Vanilla, Lavender
- Believe, Joy, Tangerine
Place 1-2 drops of Believe on the crown of your head each day to focus your intention on hope and vitality.
Make a daily Gratitude Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 10 drops Joy
- 7 drops Orange
- 5 drops Believe
- 5 drops Hope
- Top with a carrier oil and roll on liberally and frequently
Add Believe to wool dryer balls and Thieves Laundry Soap for a festive twist and cozy sheets.
Make a Greenery Spray to refresh fresh wreaths and garlands all season long. You can also use this as a room or upholstery spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 25 drops Believe
- 10 drops Tangerine or Christmas Spirit
- a splash of witch hazel
- Fill with filtered water
Make Scented Pinecone Fire Starters for your cozy winter home and gift to friends and neighbors.
- Yarn or twine
- Large, foraged pinecones from the yard
- Thieves Household Cleaner
- Essential oils
- Collect pine cones and lightly spritz them with diluted Thieves Household Cleaner to get rid of any unwanted pests. Allow to dry overnight.
- Wrap twine or yarn around the pinecones, all the way into the center, weaving between the individual scales. You can use festive, colorful yarn for a fun twist or neutral yarn or twine.
- Drop 5 drops of essential oils onto the yarn/twine on each pinecone. Place the basket beside the fireplace and add a few to the fire whenever you build one.
Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
- Make a few for your friends and neighbors
- Check out the November DIY for all the details
Hope Essential Oil BlendPlace 1-2 drops of Hope on the crown of your head each day to focus your intention on hope and vitality.
Diffuse this uplifting blend alone or with citrus oils, Believe, Gathering or Gratitude to foster an environment of love, peace and positivity all season long.
Use Hope on the DIY Scented Fire Starters (above).
Add Hope to a festive room spray or greenery spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
Diffuse this uplifting blend alone or with citrus oils, Believe, Gathering or Gratitude to foster an environment of love, peace and positivity all season long.
Use Hope on the DIY Scented Fire Starters (above).
Add Hope to a festive room spray or greenery spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 20 drops Hope
- Optional: 10 drops Tangerine
- Splash of witch hazel
- Fill the rest with filtered water
- Spray onto upholstery, greenery, wreaths, anything and everything all season long
Make a daily perfume or cologne roller with Hope:
- Hope, Tangerine, Jasmine
- Hope, Lavender, Tangerine
- Hope, Vetiver, Bergamot
Make a daily Gratitude Roller:
- 10 drops Joy
- 7 drops Orange
- 5 drops Believe
- 5 drops Hope
- top with a carrier oil and roll on liberally and frequently
Use this incredible oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with the warmth of the season.
- Make a few for your friends and neighbors
- Check out the November DIY for all the details
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
What is November's gifts with Purchase?
Basically the best way to order ever! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones! Each moth you'll have new picks for every tier.
What is a tier?
The more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive.
Order at least 100 PV and your order ships for free!
Every time you increase your PV (up to 300 PV this month) 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 the 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 they reach a benchmark anniversary of 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months of ordering!
Celebrate the season and give thanks for all the goodness in your life with this month's freebies. Diffuse Gratitude while you write in your journal and inhale Hope at the start of a new morning. Welcome friends and family to seasonal celebrations by diffusing the cozy scent of Gathering or Believe. Let the sacred scent of Myrrh fill your heart with thankfulness and get Gratitude on the go with car air fresheners that will make errands a breeze. And enjoy the gift of shipping on all orders of 100 PV or more.
For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the How to Use November's Gift with Purchase blog.
Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up in my mailbox with fun freebies inside!
Freebies During the Month of November
With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. Stock up on fall-time favorites and your order will ship for free.
190 PV Orders
With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL GRATITUDE oil blend. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 5 mL GATHERING blend and a 3 pk CAR AIR FRESHENERS (so cute!).
- Gather in goodness. Apply Gratitude in the morning and invite positive thoughts and feelings to infuse your day.
- Gratitude essential oil blend contains nine essential oils and has a spiritual aroma that promotes gratitude, thankfulness, and appreciation, fostering a positive attitude and attracting all that is good in your life.
GATHERING essential oil blend, 5 mL
- Enhance family festivities. Diffuse this aroma during family parties to celebrate connection.
- Gathering essential oil blend is a combination of nine essential oils that creates an aroma to gather people together on a physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual level - allowing you to rise above the chaotic energies of the world today and find a place of spiritual peace.
- Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
Car Air Fresheners, 3 pk
- Create good vibes on the go. Make errand runs a little more fun with these oil-ready air fresheners.
- Drop a few drops of your favorite essential oil or blend onto one of these fresheners for a quick boost and a wonderful-smelling car! Peppermint + Vanilla, Thieves + Orange, or Gratitude!
- Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
250 PV Orders
With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL MYRRH essential oil and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!
- Get your glow. Add Myrrh to your favorite skin care products for extra moinsture.
- Myrrh essential oil beautifies, cleanses, and moisturizes the skin, making it a great addition to your skin care routine.
- In addition, its sweet, earthy aroma can be used to enhance yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices.
300 PV Orders
With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL BELIEVE essential oil blend, a 5 mL HOPE essential oil blend and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!
- Set your sights high. Diffuse Believe as you create a vision board with all your dreams and goals.
- Reconnect to your inner belief. This blend of Idaho Grand Fir, Coriander, Bergamot, Frankincense, Idaho Blue Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium can encourage feelings of faith and inner strength.
- Connect to calm. Apply Hope topically during a meditation session for an uplifting atmosphere.
- Hope is a spiritual blend of Melissa, Juniper, Myrrh, and Black Spruce that helps reconnect you to feelings of strength and stability toward your compelling future.
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 November.
Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.
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:
- Morning mantras to kick-start your day
- Myrrh the merrier: 5 unexpected uses for Myrrh essential oil
- Reset your Mind - Handling the Hustle
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
Add Christmas Spirit essential oil blend to your diffuser, grab your coziest blanket and turn on your favorite holiday playlist... because it's time to get festive!
Whether you are looking for gifts or are shopping for some holiday home necessities, we have you covered. Limited time lip balms, mini Aria sets, seasonal favorites (Winter Nights & Vanillamint anyone??) Check out the 2021 Holiday Launch DIYs and the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide to make the most of these amazing items.
Here are all the incredible holiday products for 2021! 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!
Once a Year Seasonal Favorites
(stock up while you can!)
(stock up while you can!)
Deck the halls and ring in the holiday season with this fresh and festive blend of Orange, Cinnamon Bark, and Northern Lights Black Spruce! This is one we wait for all year. (I use Christmas Spirit blend it all year too!)
The naturally derived formula is great for the whole family, and moisturizing ingredient aloe and ginkgo biloba leave hands feeling soft.
Formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservative, or toxic ingredients, this soap is also a wonderful host gift!
The naturally derived formula is great for the whole family, and moisturizing ingredient aloe and ginkgo biloba leave hands feeling soft.
Formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservative, or toxic ingredients, this soap is also a wonderful host gift!
Infused with Young Living's Winter Nights signature scent of Northern Lights Black Spruce, Cedarwood, Peppermint and Orange essential oils, this unique blend brings the feel of softly falling snow, the peace of crisp midnight air in winter, and the warmth of cozy spaces.
Formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservative, or toxic ingredients, this soap is also a wonderful host gift!
Formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic perfumes, synthetic dyes, artificial colors, flavors, preservative, or toxic ingredients, this soap is also a wonderful host gift!
The perfect trio of cozy holiday home goodness! Winter Nights, Christmas Spirt, and Thieves - three of our favorites in one collection that is perfect for filling your home with festive cheer or gifting to those you love.
Winter Night's essential oil blend combines the cool, inviting scents of Norther Lights Black Spruce, Peppermint, Cedarwood, and Orange.
The aroma of Winter Nights invigorates any home with the feel of softly falling snow, the peace of crisp midnight air in winter, and the warmth of cozy spaces. Diffuse this blend all season long or add it to your favorite festive DIYs!
The aroma of Winter Nights invigorates any home with the feel of softly falling snow, the peace of crisp midnight air in winter, and the warmth of cozy spaces. Diffuse this blend all season long or add it to your favorite festive DIYs!
- Northern Lights Black Spruce - has a grounding, earth connecting aroma that enhances spiritual practices and is soothing to muscles after activity when combined with massage.
- Cedarwood - has a calming and soothing aroma and promotes the appearance of healthy skin, hair, and scalp with applied topically.
- Orange - has a bright, uplifting aroma that cleanses and refreshes the air when diffused and effectively removes adhesives and residues to clean surfaces.
- Peppermint - contains menthol, which cools and soothes fatigued muscles.
Say hello to silky skin this winter with the Very Merry Vanillamint Pink Himalayan Sea Salt Scrub and Body Butter. This is one we wait for all year... so whether you experience dry skin or simply want to do some at-home papering, this collection is pure luxury without the high price tag. This collection contains Pink Himalayan Sea Salt Scrub, 2 oz and Vanillamint Body Butter, 2 oz.
- Pink Himalayan sea sourced directly from Himalayan mountains delivers luxurious exfoliating minerals to your bath for ultimate relaxation
- Rich is antioxidants and fatty acids that deliver deep, long-lasting hydration
- Moisturizing ingredients like mango seed and cupuacu seed butter deliver deep, long-lasting moisture for soft, oily skin
- Formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, synthetic dyes/colorants
Our favorite exclusive Winter Nights essential oil blend in a perfectly festive hand lotion. Northern Lights Black Spruce, Peppermint, Cedarwood, and Orange infuse Winter Nights Hand Lotion with wintry scents tat are a delight any time of year.
- Naturally derived ingredients hydrate and leave no greasy residue specifically designed to pamper dry skin, including problem areas like elbows, hands, and heels.
- Mango butter, watermelon seed oil, and apple extract help protect the skin's natural moisture barrier and leave skin feeling soft and smooth.
- Pairs nicely with Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap!
Make brisk winter air come alive with the Winter Nights Wonderland Collection. Warm hearts and freshen homes when your gift of this trio of crisp and cozy scented essential or cozy up your own home with these three favorites:
- Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap
- Winter Nights Hand Lotion
- Winter Nights essential oil blend, 5 mL
Cozy Home Favorites
Our beloved Aira got a new look for the holidays. This limited-edition glass and walnut-stained diffuser comes with built-in Bluetooth speakers for your smartphone, so you can play holiday music while you diffuse.
It also features a warm white light and can be set to run for one hour, four hours, or eight hours with an intermittent one minute on, one minute off mode.
When you're ready to fill your home with heavenly scents, simply add drops of Christmas Spirit, Peppermint, and Vanilla - all of which are included in this collection!
It also features a warm white light and can be set to run for one hour, four hours, or eight hours with an intermittent one minute on, one minute off mode.
When you're ready to fill your home with heavenly scents, simply add drops of Christmas Spirit, Peppermint, and Vanilla - all of which are included in this collection!
- Mini Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser
- Christmas Spirit essential oil blend, 15 mL
- Peppermint essential oil, 5 mL
- Vanilla oleoresin, 5 mL
Gather around and spread some cheer with the new, limited-edition Macaron Diffuser and breathe in the welcoming aromas of Evergreen Essence, Orange, and Cassia, which are included in this collection.
With three different run times to choose from, the beautiful ceramic Macaron Diffuser can operate continuously for two or eight hours or up to sixteen hours intermittently.
With three different run times to choose from, the beautiful ceramic Macaron Diffuser can operate continuously for two or eight hours or up to sixteen hours intermittently.
- Macaron Diffuser
- Evergreen Essence essential oil blend, 15 mL
- Orange essential oil, 15 mL
- Cassia essential oil, 15 mL
Simplify your holiday prep with a little help from Thieves Household Cleaner and an exclusive 15 mL bottle of Christmas Spirit essential oil blend. Use these festive favorites to mix up a holiday-sented household cleaner in the included amber spray bottle.
- Thieves Household Cleaner, 14.4 oz
- Christmas Spirit essential oil blend, 15 mL
- Household cleaner spray bottle
- Reusable YL dish cloth, 2 pk
Get your home holiday guest-ready with this collection of fresh and festive scents and natural cleaning necessities - with a 15% discount versus purchasing individually.
- Macaron Collection
- Holiday Home Cleaning Kit
- Christmas Spirit Foaming Hand Soap
Who says cleaning your diffuser has to be hard? This kit helps you get your diffuser sparkling in seconds, so you can get back to diffusing festive scents and celebrating with your loved ones. Plus this kit would make a great gift addition to a beautiful Macaron or Mini Aria diffuser.
- Cleaning brush
- Squeeze bottle, 30 mL
- Waffle cloth
- Mesh bag
- Instruction card
Celebrate the season with thoughtful gifts that give others hope. Celebrate the season with thoughtful gifts that give others hope. Handcrafted in northern India by women of the Sasha Artisan Network, these decorative trees add a touch of holiday charm to your coffee table or mantle.
Put a drop of the included White Angelica on each one to fill the air with warm, woodsy scents of Myrrh, Northern Lights Black Spruce, and Sacred Sandalwood.
Put a drop of the included White Angelica on each one to fill the air with warm, woodsy scents of Myrrh, Northern Lights Black Spruce, and Sacred Sandalwood.
For more than 40 years, the Sasha Artisan Network has been bringing Indian artisans together to create stunning handicrafts like these acacia wooden trees. Sasha was created to build prosperity by providing income - generating opportunities to nearly 100 artisan groups and to promote fair trade as a way of life. Women in these groups live in underserved rural areas of northern India. Members of Sasha now benefit from skills, trainings, consistent work, stable income, financial savings, insurance, and access to health care and education.
Skin Care Favorites
The cleansing pads also come with a mesh pouch to make washing them a breeze - simply place them in the bag and toss it in your washing machine.
- New BLOOM Brighting Cream
- Features the Sheerlume Brightening Complex, a combination of premium essential oils that include Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Carrot Seed, Blue Cypress, Davana, Geranium, and Jasmine
- Brightens the skin and gives a radiant glow while helping restore the appearance of an even skin tone
- Hydrates the skin and strengthens the moisture barrier
- Reduces the appearance of dark spots and provides the skin with a smoother texture
- Contains antioxidants and helps minimize the appearance of future damage
- Formulated with naturally derived ingredients, without glue, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, sulfates, or mineral oil
- Spa headband
- Jade gua sha stone
- Facial cleansing pads, 3 pk
- Mesh pouch
Enjoy BLOOM essential oil blend in your winter skin care regimen for an extra dose of hydration or add it to the included spritzer bottle (free for a limited time) and wear it as an exquisite, floral fragrance.
This luxe gift comes with everything you need to pamper your complexion. Start by washing your face with Mirah Luminous Cleansing Oil on a dry silicone cleansing pad.
For a deeper clean, wet the pad and scrub again before rinsing your face, then use the rose quartz roller to massage a dropper of CBD Beauty Boost into your skin for swoon-worthy moisture.
For a deeper clean, wet the pad and scrub again before rinsing your face, then use the rose quartz roller to massage a dropper of CBD Beauty Boost into your skin for swoon-worthy moisture.
- Mirah Luminous Cleansing Oil
- CBD Beauty Boost
- Free rose quartz roller
- Free silicone cleansing pad
Enjoy soft lips all winter long with these exclusive, limited-edition lip balms infused with coconut, jojoba, and wolfberry seed oils as well as essential oils. All three festive flavors are formulated without gluten, parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, or sulfates.
- New Citrus Frost Lip Balm
A limited-edition lip balm, the Citrus Frost is a crips blend of sweet vanilla and premium essential oils, including Nutmeg with a twist of Orange. - New Sweep Maple Lip Balm
This limited-edition Sweet Maple Lip balm combines sweet vanilla with a rich blend of Nutmeg, Clove, Cinnamon Bark, and Lemon essential oils. - Vanillamint Lip Balm
A holiday favorite, this limited-edition Vanillamint Lip balm delivers a minty-sweet blend of vanilla with a kiss of Peppermint and Spearmint essential oils.
Selfcare Favorites
This handmade olive wood massaging tool was sustainably crafted by local artisans using olive tree branches in Bethlehem. Use it with the included Eucalyptus Globulus and V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex to pinpoint pressure points and relive tired muscles.
The Holy Land Handicraft Cooperative in Bethlehem provides fair-trade wages and stable employment to those in economically unstable circumstances. But as travel restrictions began to take place in 2020, many artisan groups shut down due to the lack of work.
These orders from Young Living provided much-needed relief in the mist of the economic downturn. Many workshops have reopened, reviving the area and its artisans. Creating and selling unique olive wood products enables these families to stay in their homeland, earn a living, and provide opportunities for their children.
These orders from Young Living provided much-needed relief in the mist of the economic downturn. Many workshops have reopened, reviving the area and its artisans. Creating and selling unique olive wood products enables these families to stay in their homeland, earn a living, and provide opportunities for their children.
- Handmade, Artisan Olive wood massaging tool
- Eucalyptus Globulus essential oil, 15 mL
- V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex, 2 oz (exclusive size)
Breathe deeply and find a moment of peace with Nature's Ultra Soothe CBD Roll-On. With a unique blend of Smart Spectrum CBD (0.0% THC) and Peppermint, Copaiba, and four Eucalyptus essential oils, Soothe CBD Roll-On has an invigorating aroma that is essentially great to use during seasonal changes.
Soothe CBD Roll-On Collection (300 mg) - includes a free roller holder
Soothe CBD Roll-On only (600 mg) - this incredible roll-on combines:
- Cannabidiol - grown by our partner farms and backed by the Seed to Seal quality commitment, YL's cannabidiol (CBD) contains 0.0% THC.
- Eucalyptus Radiata - contains eucalyptol, which provides a refreshing breathing experience with a camphoraceous aroma that refreshes any stuffy environment.
- Eucalyptus Blue - cool and invigorating, it creates a refreshing breathing exercise when diffuse and soothe skin when applied topically
- Eucalyptus Staigeriana - has a fresh aroma with a hint of lemon that opens and supports the airways
- Copaiba - can be used to soothe tired muscles when applied topically
Give your skin (and yourself) some TLC with these NEW Sweet Maple Bath Bombs. The aurally derived ingredients include hydrating coconut and almond oil, magnesium-rich Epsom salt, and a complex, spicy-sweet scent to invigorate chilly nights and help you take a moment away from the cold and chaos.
The maple scent is a mix of Tahitian tamanu and Vanilla oleoresin from Madagascar that blends with warm notes from Cassia, Nutmeg, and Clove plus a light twist of sweet Lemon.
The maple scent is a mix of Tahitian tamanu and Vanilla oleoresin from Madagascar that blends with warm notes from Cassia, Nutmeg, and Clove plus a light twist of sweet Lemon.
- Formulated with naturally derived ingredients to soothe and moisturize skin
- New, exclusive Sweet Maple scent features premium essential oils and a unique combination of hydrating tamanu oil, virgin plum oil, and Vanilla oleoresin
- Ethically sourced gold mica adds a festive, luxurious addition to your home spa experience
Formulated with Epson salt, which is rich in minerals to help soothe and soften skin - Formulated for the whole family, ages 2 and up, and free of parabens, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, and synthetic colors
Favorites for the Little Ones
With a peaceful and relaxing aroma that will help send little ones off to dreamland, these new Sweet Dreams Bath Bombs are just what your child's bath time routine has been missing. Each adorable, cloud-shaped bath bomb is infused with our favorite sleepy blend - SleepyIze.
- KidScents Sweet Dreams Bath Bombs, 6 pk
- Combines Lavender, Geranium, Roman Chamomile, Bergamot, and other premium essential oils that combine to create a serene, calming aroma and restful atmosphere
- Free of wheat, parabens, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, colors, fragrances, and animal-derived ingredients.
- Free bath bomb jar
- Free colorful cling-ons
The snuggly monkey stuffy and SleepyIze Roll-On are the cozy bedtime duo your child needs for a serene night's sleep.
The stuffy comes with a removable lavender-vanilla microwavable pouch and a birth certificate for your child to give their cuddly new pal a name.
The stuffy comes with a removable lavender-vanilla microwavable pouch and a birth certificate for your child to give their cuddly new pal a name.
Artisan-Made Gifting Favorites
Made from sustainably sourced sunstone, agate, and lava rock beads, this beautiful bracelet helps you celebrate the spirit of the season in style.
Add a drop of our new Geranium Bourbon to the porous lava rocks to bring a fresh, uplifting aroma everywhere you go. These diffuser bracelets were handcrafted by women artisans of The Mabira Collective and represent 1,904 fair-pay hours, 105 jobs, and 360 dependents supported.
Add a drop of our new Geranium Bourbon to the porous lava rocks to bring a fresh, uplifting aroma everywhere you go. These diffuser bracelets were handcrafted by women artisans of The Mabira Collective and represent 1,904 fair-pay hours, 105 jobs, and 360 dependents supported.
- Diffuser bracelet
- Geranium Bourbon essential oil, 5 mL
- This varies of geranium has a beautifully complex, fresh, green floral aroma with delicate rose undertones that blends well with many other essential oils, including Orange, Vanilla, and Peppermint.
- Helps promote a natural glow when applied to skin and hair.
- Is great addition to any DIY perfume blends or bath and body recipes.
- Sourced from Reunion Island in the Souther Indian Ocean off the cost of Madagascar - an island that has been recognized by the world's perfume houses as the source of the finest Geranium essential oil for more than a century.
Cozy up this winter with these chic, artisan-made cold weather must haves.
One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of each Beanie and set of Mittens will go to the YL Foundation.
One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of each Beanie and set of Mittens will go to the YL Foundation.
Add a touch of beauty to your tree or other holiday trimmings this year with this beautiful, artisan-made clay diffuser ornament. Bring your favorite festive scents to your decor by adding a drop of two of your favorite essential oils or blends to the clay.
Meet the Artisans behind the products.
The Mabira Collective is a women-led social enterprise organization that provides stable employment to women in Uganda and supports a school for children with disabilities. By providing financial stability and education opportunities, Mabira empowers women to become advocates for change in their communities.
"I have three children who are my world. Before Mabira, I was only able to think about how I could find food for them each day. Now I look to the future and am working to own a home. Because of my hard work, my children have enough to eat and are enjoying going to school."
-- Eve, artisan at the Mabira Collective
The proceeds from each clay diffuser ornament, pair of mittens, and beanie sold will be donated to the D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation. The Foundation uses these proceeds to protect and empower the world's young by championing education, developing enterprise, and ending exploitation.
See how your support is building a world where our rising generation is free to thrive and create positive change at YoungLivingFoundation.org.
Check off your list at 20% off. This bundle comes with all of your favorite giftable goodies and winter wish list items from our holiday product lineup.
With fresh and festive essential oils blends to seasonal self-care items, the All-In Bundle has something for everyone on your holiday shopping list - yourself included.
With fresh and festive essential oils blends to seasonal self-care items, the All-In Bundle has something for everyone on your holiday shopping list - yourself included.
- BLOOM Collection
- BLOOM essential oil blend, 5 mL + free spritzer bottle
- Diffuser Bracelet Collection
- Diffuser Cleaning Kit
- Holiday Foaming Hand Soap Collection
- Holiday Home Cleaning Kit
- KidScents Bath Bomb Collection
- Macaron Collection
- Mini Aria Collection
- Mirah Kit
- Monkey Stuffie Collection
- Olive Wood Massage Kit
- Sweet Maple Bath Bombs, 3 pk
- Soothe CBD Roll-On, 300 mg + free roller holder
- Under the Mistletoe Lip Balm Set
- Very Merry Vanillamint Collection
- Winter Nights Wonderland Collection
- Wooden Tree Collection
- Beanine & Mittens
- YLF Ornament
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Cinnamon Bark
Oil Spotlight for October
Cinnamon Bark essential oil has a warm, spicy aroma that is inviting, especially during the Autumn Season.
Cinnamon Bark cleanses the air, creates a warming sensation on the skin when applied topically, and contains antioxidants that help support the immune system and general wellness. Overall, it is a staple essential oil for every household.
Each month we focus on using an oil everyday to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in October. My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.
Cinnamon Bark AT A Glance
- Has a warm, spicy, inviting aroma
- Eliminates orders when used aromatically
- creates a warming sensation when applied topically
- Has the highest known ORAC value
- Strong antioxidant
- Part of the Botanical Family Lauraceae (Laurel family)
Native to Sri Lanka, Ceylon cinnamon, or true cinnamon, is a tall leafy bush that produces fragrant bark and leaves. A member of the laurel family, it is well know the world over as an aromatic culinary spice. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is steam distilled from the inner bark of the tree and has a warm, spicy aroma that evokes memories of the holidays when diffused.
Cinnamon Bark Vitality contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support when taken as a dietary supplement.
Note: Cinnamon Bark and Cinnamon Bark Vitality are the same essential oil, simply labeled differently to comply with FDA standards.
Key Constituents - Cinnamaldehyde
Cinnamon is loaded with powerful antioxidants, such as polyphenols. Antioxidants are a huge bolster to health since so much of our modern life can create oxidative stress in the body. In a study that compared the antioxidant activity of 26 spices, cinnamon wound up as the clear winner, even outranking "superfoods" like garlic and oregano!
Antioxidants also help support the body's response to inflammation, which plays a role in almost all chronic diseases. Cinnamon can also support healthy cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels - making it a wonderful tool for our health.
Antioxidants also help support the body's response to inflammation, which plays a role in almost all chronic diseases. Cinnamon can also support healthy cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels - making it a wonderful tool for our health.
Check out these references:
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16190627/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4003790/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22536283/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24019277/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18234131/
Daily Habits with Cinnamon Bark
Dilute Cinnamon Bark with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it on your feet for a warming massage that supports healthy circulation and tired muscles.
Add Cinnamon Bark to a daily Wellness Roller and use over the spine and lymph nodes daily. To a 10 mL roller, add:
- 10 drops each Cinnamon Bark, Oregano, Frankincense, Lemon and RC or Raven
- Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Add a couple drops of Cinnamon Bark to your favorite perfume roller for a warm, spicy undertone:
- Joy + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
- Jasmine + Neroli + Stress Away + Cinnamon Bark
- Ylang Ylang + Lavender + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
Uses for Cinnamon Bark Vitality:
- Add a drop of Cinnamon Bark Vitality to your daily NingXia Red for an extra boost.
- Elevate your fruit smoothie or green drink with a drop of Cinnamon Bark Vitality and benefit from its antioxidant properties.
- Add some spice to your coffee or tea. Add a drop or two of Cinnamon Bark Vitality to coffee grounds before brewing or add a drop to honey before stirring into warm tea or water.
- And you can use Cinnamon Bark Vitality in your baking recipes in place of ground cinnamon.
- Take Cinnamon Bark Vitality as a dietary supplement to help support a healthy immune system.
Drop Cinnamon Bark oil onto pinecones, garlands, and other seasonal decor to create a simple passive diffuser.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte:
- 1 cup organic coconut or almond milk
- 1.5 tbsp organic pureed pumpkin
- 1 tbsp organic vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp raw organic honey (optional)
- 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- a pinch of nutmeg
- 1/2 cup strong coffee or expresso (already brewed)
- a pinch of cocoa powder
- coconut whipped cream (optional)
Combine milk, pureed pumpkin, and raw organic honey in a saucepan over medium heat until the coconut milk is bubbling and steaming. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour into the bottom half of a coffee cup, then pour in the coffee or espresso on top. Garnish with a dollop of coconut whip cream and a sprinkle of cacao powder.
DIFFUSE
Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the warm, spicy scent of Cinnamon Bark with us this month!
- Autumn Breeze: 3 drops Orange, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 1 drop Clove, 1 drop Nutmeg
- Coffee Shop: 4 drops Stress Away, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Tangerine
- Pumpkin Spice: 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Orange, 2 drops Nutmeg, 1 drop Ginger
Join us in using Cinnamon Bark essential oil daily to create great daily habits that support our overall health - physical, mental, and emotional.
Want to try Cinnamon Bark essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
