Stress Away Essential Oil Spotlight - Sept 2023

Stress Away Essential Oil 

Blend Spotlight


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

Studies show that stress is at the root of more health problems and diseases than we realize and learning to use tools that help us to relax and release negative emotions increases our daily quality of life. Our relationships, future, and health depend on it.

Stress Away at a Glance
  • Has a soothing, exotic aroma
  • Can be diffused or enjoyed aromatically to create a luxurious, spa-like ambiance at home
  • Makes a great addition to your favorite skin, hair, and body care products
  • Has a well-rounded and relaxing aroma, making it great to use as a personal fragrance
Background

Stress Away, a D. Gary Young proprietary blend, brings aromas from around the world to create an on-the-go getaway just for you. It's this distinct mix of vanilla and lime that gives Stress Away its unique and exotic aroma. Stress Away also includes Copaiba, which has a history of beneficial properties in topical application when applied to tired muscles; Lavender, with its peaceful, and calming scent that comes from a few of Young Living's farms located in Utah, Idaho, and France; and Cedarwood, known for its comforting, calming aroma.

Stress Away essential oil blend features Copaiba, Lime, Cedarwood, Vanilla, Ocotea, and Lavender for an exotic aroma used for exactly for what the name says and for achieving a happy and positive day.

  • Copaiba - an oleoresin like Frankincense, this oil has been used in folk medicine for years for its ability to support the body's response to inflammation and injury, to soothe and protect the skin, and to calm the nervous system.
  • Lime - known in folklore for its ability to cleanse and renew the spirit, Lime is stimulating to the mind and supports the immune system.
  • Cedarwood - high in sesquiterpenes, this oil helps stipulate the limbic center of the brain (where emotions and memory are processed and stored), supports focus, cognition and memory, stabilizing and grounding. 
  • Vanilla - an oleoresin like Frankincense and Copaiba, Vanilla supports a calm, serene environment, helps elevate mood and stimulate joyful memories, and may help relieve nervous tension.
  • Ocotea - an oil from the cinnamon family, Ocotea supports feelings of completeness, peace and tranquility.
  • Lavender - well known for its ability to calm and soothe, Lavender also helps support focus and mental clarity.
Key Consituents

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

  • Beta-caryophyllene - has a unique ability to bind with CB2 receptors which may allow it to support the body's response to inflammation and infection as well as calm the nervous system during times of anxiety and pain. 
  • Alpha-humulene - a versatile terpene constituent that may have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antitumor effects
  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
  • Linalool - may support the body during injury and/or sickness and help relieve stress 
Stress Away & Emotions

Stress Away has such a gentle, loving aroma that can be used anytime you need a little extra peace and tranquility. Copaiba and Cedarwood specifically are supportive for releasing stress and tension, and the other oils in this blend have very specific ways to support the body physically and emotionally during times of stress!

Info from Courtney Crtiz: 
  • Lime - Known for its ability to uplift, calm, relieve anxious feelings, and even cleanse the liver...which just might be struggling with lots of, you guessed it, stress, anger, criticism.
  • Copaiba - Powerful in its strength to reduce inflammation. What does stress cause? Inflammation. The root of boatloads of our illness and pain.
  • Cedarwood - Grounding and promoting rest and peace, this is one we can use to reset our patterns and ruts. Maybe the ones causing us stress because the same repeated actions won't change the situation?
  • Ocotea - What do we do when we're stressed? Eat, compensate, raise our blood sugar levels so we feel a high? But our friend here helps us to keep that balanced and in check for a more even response.
  • Lavender - We've discussed this Wonder Woman disguised in Grandma's cap. She is literally doing it all, working on that blood pressure, the self-loathing, the anxiousness.
  • Vanilla - Just yum. And also known for its own ability to support mental health!
Product Options
Daily Habits with Stress Away

  • Apply to wrists and neck as a daily perfume
  • Add to your palms and breathe deeply to increase confidence and calm (or breathe directly from the bottle!)
  • Add to epsom salts in a hot bath
  • Apply it to your wrists while at work or school to enjoy this blend's soothing, fresh scent
  • Apply Stress Away topically or diffuse it to enjoy a calming and peaceful aroma
  • Diffuse Stress Away in your home after a long day for a fresh, soothing aroma that helps you find a moment of calm
  • Add a few drops to a cotton ball and place it in the vent of your car to create a calming environment during a long drive or rush-hour traffic
  • Use Stress Away in DIY recipes for a lovely, uplifting scent!
DIYs with Stress Away

Grapefruit & Stress Away Sugar Scrub:
  • ½ cup sugar or coconut sugar
  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • 10 drops Stress Away
  • 10 drops Grapefruit 
  • Optional: 1 tsp Hibiscus powder for a lovely pretty pink color (https://amzn.to/3hwvqNa)
    Mix everything together and store in an airtight jar. You can adjust the coconut oil/sugar ratio or use different grains of sugar to make it more or less abrasive (more coarse raw sugar versus fine grain).
Magic Blue Roller: 
This is for all of the scared of the dark, don't wanna go to school, hate flying, hate crowds, can't stop worrying about all of the things type of feelings!
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 10 drops each: Valor, Bergamot, Frankincense & Stress Away
  • Top with V-6 Carrier oil or other carrier oil
    Roll on wrists or over heart and inhale deeply.
Sunshine Roller:
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 15 drops Stress Away
  • 10 drops each Lemon, Grapefruit, Bergamot, & Orange
  • Top with V-6 Carrier oil or other carrier oil
  • Roll on liberally and frequently for a little dose of sunshine!
After Shave Moisturizer:
  • ¼ cup coconut oil
  • 10 drops Stress Away
  • Optional: 5 pumps Mirah Shave Oil
    Add to a glass jar with an airtight lid and mix well. Apply after shaving for smooth, happy skin!
DIY Scented Hand Soap:
  • Recycled Thieves or Lavender foaming hand soap bottle (or a new one)
  • 2 Tbsp Liquid Castile Soap
  • 20-30 drops essential oils*
  • Top with water leaving approximately 1" so you can add the pump top.
  • Optional: 1 Tbl Vitamin E oil to help soften the skin.
Diffuse

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! Our diffusers are running 24/7 with blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Stress Away pairs well with any other citrus oil, cleansing oils like Lemongrass and Purification, and calming oils like Lavender, Valor and Patchouli. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the calming, uplifting scent of Stress Away!

  • Apple Orchard - 2 drops Clove + 3 drops Christmas Spirit + 3 drops Stress Away + 3 drops Thieves or Cinnamon Bark
  • Windows Open - 3 drops Lavender + 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 4 drops Stress Away + 2 drops Tangerine
  • Baking Cookies - 4 drops Stress Away + 3 drops Cinnamon Bark + 3 drops Vanilla
  • Frosted Cranberry - 4 drops Cinnamon Bark + 4 drops Stress Away + 3 drops Ylang Ylang
  • Peppermint Forest - 4 drops Peppermint + 3 drops Idaho Balsam Fir + 3 drops Stress Away
  • Marshmallow Mint Latte - 4 drops Stress Away + 2 drops Clove + 2 drops Nutmeg + 2 drops Peppermint
  • Fall Breeze - 8 drops Stress Away, 4 drops each Clove, Nutmeg, Lemon Peppermint
  • Sunny Days - 10 drops Stress Away, 5 drops each Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit
  • Clean Hands - 10 drops Stress Away, 5 drops each Lemongrass, Lemon
Companion Products

Want to try Stress Away essential oil blend, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Fall Wellness Box - Sept 2023

Fall Wellness Box

I don't know about you, but I need an easy button! One of my favorites is known as the Fall Wellness Box. Simply choose an area of health to work on or a lifestyle need that fits your home and family, add the products to your subscription to earn Loyalty Rewards, and enjoy all the benefits of the amazing products you've chosen showing up on your doorstep each month!

Fall is such a lovely time of year, and we want to enjoy it to its fullest. These favorite products are wonderful for this season to help us fill our home with the warm, welcoming scents of autumn, enjoy the change in weather and focus on staying above the wellness line!

What's in the Box


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! Thieves and Thieves Vitality are the same essential oil, so use this incredible blend on, in and around your body all the time.

  • Add a drop to honey and warm water to make ‘Thieves Tea' (you can also add herbal tea bags).
  • Dilute with olive oil in an empty vegetable capsule and use as a dietary supplement every day for overall wellness support in the Fall season.
  • Dilute and apply to the spine and bottom of the feet morning and evening.
  • Diffuse alone or with Tangerine, Raven, Lemon, Lavender or Frankincense.

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.

  • Diffuse with Cinnamon Bark, Thieves, Nutmeg and/or Orange
  • Add to DIYs and Thieves Household Cleaner.

Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil (Also comes in a Vitality option) (Spotlight)

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. 

  • Dilute with a carrier oil, add to a vegetable capsule and take as a dietary supplement
  • Add to tea, hot chocolate, or coffee in place of ground cinnamon
  • Add a drop or two of Cinnamon Bark Vitality to your NingXia Red shot to create a “Hot Shot”
  • Diffuse to bring in the scents of the season! 

Like walking through a winter forest, this tree oil is a favorite for so many. It has a refreshing, grounding aroma that evokes a sense of fall and winter nostalgie. Idaho Grand Fir can be used to enhance yoga or meditation when diffused or inhaled and promotes the sensation of deeper breathing.

  • Diffuse to help cleanse the air, promote a sense of calm and invite in the scent of Autumn!
  • Add to bath salts, personal care DIYs and cologne/perfume rollers for a woodsy scent.
  • Use in all your fall crafts and projects!
Orange Essential Oil (Also comes in a Vitality option) (Spotlight)

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!

  • Diffuse with Thieves, Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg or Idaho Grand Fir.
  • Add to personal care and cleaning DIYs.
  • Add 10 drops each Orange, Bergamot and Thieves to Thieves Household Cleaner for a seasonal twist!
Nutmeg Essential Oil (Also comes in a Vitality option) (Spotlight)

Nutmeg is an essential fall scent. Warm and welcoming, grounding and so good for our immune and adrenal systems! Nutmeg helps our bodies to manage stress responses naturally - something we need all the time but especially in the fall. Diffuse this oil for a pick me up anytime of day. Pair with Cinnamon Bark, Orange, Thieves, or Idaho Grand Fir!

  • Add to diffuser blends and seasonal DIYs.
  • Dilute with olive oil and place in an empty vegetable capsule to use as a dietary supplement for immune and adrenal support. 
  • Add to NingXia Red for a spicy twist.

Ditch the powdered, sugary vitamin C packets for this nutrient-dense option! Super C Chewable supports immune, respiratory, and circulatory health through orange essential oil and a broad range of fruit powders - camu camu, acerola, cherry, rose hip and more. These ingredients provide polyphenols, carotenoids, and optimal amounts of vitamin C to promote overall health, vitality, and longevity. Because your body cannot manufacture vitamin C, you can benefit by consuming this powerful antioxidant daily!

  • Take 1 chewable tablet 3 times daily or as needed. Take daily or when additional vitamin C is desired.


Super Vitamin D is an incredible 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.

  • Take 2 tablets daily with food. Place in mouth and allow to dissolve for 5−10 seconds, then chew for optimal results.
  • Note: each tablet contains 1000IU of Vitamin D.

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!

  • Rub a thick layer on chest and throat up to 3 times daily or as directed by a doctor. Keep clothing loose around throat and chest so vapors can reach nose and mouth.
ADDITIONAL FAVORITES:
Want to try these Fall Wellness Box essentials, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

NingXia Gummies

NingXia Gummies

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NingXia Red Gummies are a kids (and an adult's!) best friend - especially as we head into the cooler months! All the goodness and nutrition of NingXia Red in a super convenient dosage form!

DIY: NingXia Red Gummies

  • 1/2 cup 100% apple juice (grape or orange would work as well) 
  • 2.5 envelopes gelatin (1.5 oz) 
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup NingXia Red
  • 6 drops Orange Vitality oil (Lemon or Lime would be good too)
  • Silicone molds 
  • Optional: a few droppersful of Citrus CBD
Add juice to a small saucepan. Add gelatin, and whisk. Heat on low to medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until no longer grainy and is a thin viscosity (it will start opaque and turn clear).
Remove from heat, and whisk in honey. Whisk until mixture cools a bit; then add NingXia Red and Orange oil. (Waiting until it cools helps protect the essential oil's beneficial properties.)
Use a clean medicine dosing syringe or other small dropper to fill molds. If you have extra mixture, you can put it in a glass pan. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

Want to make these NingXia Gummies, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Raven Essential Oil Spotlight - Sept 2023

Raven Essential Oil Spotlight


Raven essential oil blend is like a deep breath. Ravintsara (Camphor), Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, Peppermint, and Wintergreen oils combine for a scent that is crisp and refreshing! Raven contains ravintsara aka camphor - the active ingredient in over the counter chest rubs. (Sadly the OTC rubs contain synthetic camphor. We however have the good stuff - real and natural!). This oil is our go-to for when we need to breathe easy.

Just a Drop of Raven

  • Has a cool, minty, eucalyptus aroma reminiscent of a spa
  • Smells uplifting and refreshing
  • Helps soothe when applied to the chest and throat
  • Helps open airways when inhaled or diffused
  • Contains ravintsara - camphor - a well known herb for respiratory congestion
One of the easiest ways to use Raven is in place of OTC chest rubs or creams. This is as simple as mixing one drop of Raven with a pump of V-6 Carrier oil! You can apply it over the throat, chest and back as well as the bottom of the feet. Raven is also great to diffuse (we love it with Thieves when things get crazy!) or add to an epsom salt bath when needed. You can also make a hot compress to place over the nasal passages, throat or chest with a hot rag and a drop of Raven. It's so easy to use!

Raven background

Ravintsara is found within the leaves and wood of the camphor tree, a large evergreen tree native to regions in southern China and Japan, as well as Taiwan, Korea, and Vietnam. Ravintsara's slightly woodsy aroma pairs perfectly with other essential oils in the mint family, including Peppermint and Wintergreen. The whole experience of the blend is sweetened with a sprinkle of Lemon, creating the sensation of walking through a crisp, quiet winter forest.

Ingredients in Raven

  • Ravintsara (camphor) - an ancient herb that has been used for centuries for respiratory needs, known in Madagascar as the 'oil that heals'.
  • Lemon - a cleansing oil high in limonene and wonderful for immune support that is also a natural mucolytic.
  • Wintergreen (methyl salicylate) - in the same family as the plant from which aspirin was derived, this oil is great for the respiratory system. Wintergreen is a key ingredient in the Thieves cough drops too!
  • Peppermint - amazing for respiratory support, lungs, and sinuses, this mint oil can help open and soothe the respiratory tract.
  • Eucalyptus Radiata - long used for respiratory and sinus support, eucalyptus is a wellness cabinet must-have.
Key Constituents

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

  • Menthol - has been studied for its use to support healing and relief of minor aches and pains as well as airway support.
  • Eucalyptol - this constituent has far-reaching positive effects on the respiratory system, memory, and more.
  • Methyl salicylate - a naturally-occurring compound that may have analgesic properties; synthetic methyl-salicylate is commonly used in many over the counter preparations for minor aches and pains. 
Raven & Emotions

Did you know that ancient Chinese and Greek medicine practices point to the lungs as being the place where Sadness and Grief are stored? Everyday life is full of highs and lows, and whether chronic or acute, grief can create physical feelings in our chests. And let's face it - there is a lot to grieve as we go through life! When we are grieving we both physically and emotionally feel like we have very little "room to breathe". Conversely, when we feel excited, self-assured, and happy our chest feels light and puffed up.

Raven supports our every-day lung function while also creating the feeling of having more breathing room! Wintergreen, Ravintsara, & Eucalyptus open up our airways and help us to feel like we have more space to breathe and let go of the grief! Here are a few ideas for using Raven in this way:

  • Diffuse with citrus oils as you process through your emotions. To release our motions we need physical movement so consider yoga, walking or even stretching.
  • Rub a little behind the ears and over the chest while repeating the mantra: "I see clearly" or "I let it go".
Daily Habits with Raven

Use Raven in your daily health & wellness routines.

Add a few drops of Raven to the shower floor while you shower. Steam + heat + Raven = magic!

Make a simple DIY Chest Rub: 
  • Apply to the chest and throat, back, or even the bottom of your feet before bed!
  • Add a few drops of Raven to a carrier oil or to OrthoEase Massage oil and rub on your chest or feet before you exercise.
Whip up a simple DIY Massage Oil for tired legs, feet or other muscles as needed.
  • 4 oz pump bottle 
  • 20 drops Raven essential oil
  • 10 drops Copaiba essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Breathe Roller to use before/after exercise or whenever you need to breathe more deeply: 
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 15-20 drops each Raven, Lavender, Lemon, & Frankincense
  • Fill with carrier oil
Diffuse for respiratory support! Pair with Lemon, Lavender, Thieves or Idaho Balsam Fir.

Add it to your bath with some Epsom salts. For 1 cup of epsom salt add up to 10 drops Raven.

When things really start to go south, try this Flu Bath recipe!
  • 10 drops Raven
  • 6 drops Frankincense
  • 6 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
  • 3 drops Dorado Azul
Make a hot compress with a washcloth and a drop of Raven and place over your nasal passages, throat, or chest.

Give your tired feet some love with this Spa Day Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp of Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 5 drops Raven
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Add Raven to your natural home care routine

Add a few drops to dryer balls for the fresh smelling laundry.

Use Raven in your DIY Laundry Scent Booster:
  • To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add
  • 1 1/2 cup epsom salt 
  • 1/2 cup baking soda 
  • 30 drops Raven
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To use: add 1-2 Tbl into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make a Mattress & Upholstery Spray to use when you change the sheets or anytime a surface needs a little freshening:
Make a simple linen and upholstery spray - these are great for when the seasons change and air quality lowers!
Make these DIY Cleaning Fizzies for the bathroom or kitchen:
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • ½ cup Citric acid 
  • ½ cup Cornstarch 
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 30-40 drops Raven
  • 3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or candy mold
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly.
    Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.
    Step 3 - Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
    Step 4 - Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.
    Step 5 - Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
    To Use - When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • ½ cup Organic uncooked rice 
  • ¼ cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup Dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 40 drops Raven or a mix of Raven, Lemon and Lavender
    In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc!
  • To a 4 oz glass spray bottle add
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 40 drops Raven (can add Lemon too!)
  • Pinch sea salt or splash of witch hazel
  • Filtered water
  • Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
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 with Raven!

Autumn Breeze - 5 drops of Thieves + 3 drops of Lavender + 2 drops each Raven & Vanilla
Aveda - 4 drops each Lavender, Rosemary, & Raven
Deep Breath - 5 drops Raven + 3 drops each Lemon & Frankincense
Back to School - 4 drops each Raven & Lemon + 3 drops Thieves
Spa Day - 4 drops Raven + 3 drops each Rosemary & Lavender + 2 drops Stress Away
Fresh Laundry - 4 drops Lavender + 3 drops each Tangerine & Lemon + 2 drops Raven

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

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

How to Use Sept's Gifts with Purchase - 2023

How to use September's
Gifts with Purchase


September is the first of the ‘ber' months – the height of all things fall and cozy season! We are welcoming this new season with open arms, ready to fill our homes with the scents of the season, up our wellness games to feel energized & keep the germs at bay, and be fully present in what IS so that we can make the most of it. Join us for it all!

Step into fall with some of our favorite health essentials for free!!! These favorites are great as we head back into school routines, cooler months and all.the.germs. Welcome the changing leaves, crisp mornings, and sweater weather with these fall wellness essentials!

NOTE: If you're looking for any DIY supplies, check out the DIY Supplies List blog post for the exact items we use and recommend.

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

Be sure to tag me @oilisliving on Instagram when you use these ideas so I can celebrate with you!
Orange Vitality Essential Oil
 
Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Orange Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Add a drop or two of Orange Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a fresh twist.

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

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

See the Orange Vitality Essential Oil Spotlight for TONS more ways to use this oil!
Nutmeg Vitality Essential oil

Nutmeg is an essential fall scent. Warm and welcoming, grounding and so good for our immune and adrenal systems! But it is SO much more than that. Nutmeg helps our bodies to manage stress responses naturally - something that everyone needs these days. Plus it is great for focus, energy, and vitality!

Add Nutmeg to your daily health and stress reduction routines.

Add to Thieves toothpaste or Thieves Mouthwash to freshen breath

Apply diluted to lower back and over the throat to support the endocrine system - thyroid, adrenals and other hormones.

Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Nutmeg to soothe muscles and support the adrenals. Add 10 drops to 1 cup epsom salt or magnesium flakes and soak in warm water.

Try this Revitalizing Sugar Scrub for an at-home spa night:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 15 drops Nutmeg
  • 10 drops Rosemary
    Combine all ingredients in a metal or glass container, use in the shower to exfoliate & moisturize! 
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe.
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup pure organic shea butter
  • 1/8 cup cocoa butter
  • 1 Tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 15 drops each Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg, Clove, & Vanilla
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and cocoa butter, then add in vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved. Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Make this DIY Stress Recovery Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • Organic castor oil
  • 25 drops Nutmeg
  • 20 drops Clove
  • 20 drops Frankincense
  • 20 drops Rosemary
    Apply over the lower back every morning and before bed each evening!
Use Nutmeg to create a cozy home. Add Nutmeg to DIY Beeswax Jar Candles.

Drop Nutmeg onto cloths or cotton balls and place in air vents, bottoms of trash cans, closets, etc. Add Nutmeg to wool dryer balls for fresh, crisp laundry. 

Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc! To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 10 drops Nutmeg & Cinnamon Bark
  • 15 drops Tangerine
  • Pinch sea salt or splash of witch hazel
  • Filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • ½ cup Fine Sea Salt
  • ½ cup Baking Soda
  • 30 drops essential oils (Cinnamon, Nutmeg & Vanilla would be so good!)
    To use, add 2-3 Tbsp directly to the laundry. 
Whip up a Fall Spice Thieves Cleaner. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
Use Nutmeg to soothe sore muscles and support the airways. Inhale or apply topically to the chest for an invigorating breathing experience.

Make a simple Sinus Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
Make this DIY Muscle Balm:
Diffuse this oil any time of day with citrus and other spice oils. Use Ylang ylang or Vanilla to add a little sweetness to the blend! Diffuse this lovely spice oil all season long:
  • Adrenal Love - 3 drops each Nutmeg, Rosemary, Frankincense, & Tangerine
  • Autumn Wreath - 3 drops Nutmeg, 4 drops Eucalyptus, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Vanilla
  • Vanilla Custard - 5 drops Nutmeg, 4 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Lemon
There's even more about Nutmeg on this Spotlight blog post.
Thieves Chest Rub

A must-have for every medicine cabinet, Thieves Chest Rub is a 100% plant-based alternative for over-the-counter cough and congestion relief.
 
This natural chest rub soothes sniffles, coughs, and congestion for the whole family with a powerful blend of essential oils and natural, plant based ingredients.

Plus the super easy to use bottle doesn't even require you to get your hands messy.

Learn more about Thieves Chest Rub in this month's Ditch and Switch blog post.
Raven Essential Oil Blend

Diffuse Raven essential oil blend to create the aroma of a crisp winter forest in your home. Savor this unique blend of Ravintsara and four other bright, refreshing essential oils: Peppermint, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, and Wintergreen.

Use Raven in your daily health & wellness routines.

Add a few drops of Raven to the shower floor while you shower. Steam + heat + Raven = magic!

Make a simple DIY Chest Rub: 
  • Apply to the chest and throat, back, or even the bottom of your feet before bed!
  • Add a few drops of Raven to a carrier oil or to OrthoEase Massage oil and rub on your chest or feet before you exercise.
Whip up a simple DIY Massage Oil for tired legs, feet or other muscles as needed.
  • 4 oz pump bottle 
  • 20 drops Raven essential oil
  • 10 drops Copaiba essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Breathe Roller to use before/after exercise or whenever you need to breathe more deeply: 
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 15-20 drops each Raven, Lavender, Lemon, & Frankincense
  • Fill with carrier oil
Diffuse for respiratory support! Pair with Lemon, Lavender, Thieves or Idaho Balsam Fir.

Add it to your bath with some Epsom salts. For 1 cup of epsom salt add up to 10 drops Raven.

When things really start to go south, try this Flu Bath recipe!
  • 10 drops Raven
  • 6 drops Frankincense
  • 6 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
  • 3 drops Dorado Azul
Make a hot compress with a washcloth and a drop of Raven and place over your nasal passages, throat, or chest.

Give your tired feet some love with this Spa Day Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp of Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 5 drops Raven
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Add Raven to your natural home care routine

Add a few drops to dryer balls for the fresh smelling laundry.

Use Raven in your DIY Laundry Scent Booster:
  • To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add
  • 1 1/2 cup epsom salt 
  • 1/2 cup baking soda 
  • 30 drops Raven
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To use: add 1-2 Tbl into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make a Mattress & Upholstery Spray to use when you change the sheets or anytime a surface needs a little freshening:
Make a simple linen and upholstery spray - these are great for when the seasons change and air quality lowers!
Make these DIY Cleaning Fizzies for the bathroom or kitchen:
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • ½ cup Citric acid 
  • ½ cup Cornstarch 
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 30-40 drops Raven
  • 3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or candy mold
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly.
    Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.
    Step 3 - Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
    Step 4 - Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.
    Step 5 - Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
    To Use - When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • ½ cup Organic uncooked rice 
  • ¼ cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup Dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 40 drops Raven or a mix of Raven, Lemon and Lavender
    In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc!
  • To a 4 oz glass spray bottle add
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • 40 drops Raven (can add Lemon too!)
  • Pinch sea salt or splash of witch hazel
  • Filtered water
  • Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
More about Raven's background, key constituents, and Raven & Emotions on this Spotlight blog post.
NingXia Greens

Wellness made simple with NingXia Greens! This mushroom, fruit, and vegetable powder is a one-scoop solution to health and wellness.

  • Pack 2-3 servings of fruit and vegetables in every scoop
  • Delivers a powerful dose of antioxidants, vitamins, mineral, and other important phytonutrients
  • Contains 60+ nutrient-rich vegetables, fruits, herbs, algae, and mushrooms
  • Supports a healthy immune system, digestive health, and boost of energy*
  • Features the MultiGreen property oil blend, which includes the powerhouse oil Melissa
  • Mix it up with these tips and tricks and recipes in the 2022 Convention Recipe Book
Make sure to watch these fun YouTubes - Introducing NingXia Greens & NingXia Greens: Superfood, Super Easy. And then read all about it on the NingXia Greens Spotlight blog post.
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Gift with Purchase! - September 2023

September's gifts with Purchase



Step into fall with some of our favorite health essentials for free! These favorites are great as we head back into school routines, cooler months and all.the.germs. Welcome the changing leaves, crisp mornings, and sweater weather with these fall wellness essentials!

Here's how it works. You order the products you use all the time - household cleaning products, shampoo and bath gel, toothpaste and mouthwash, and all your favorite oils. Each time you hit a specific tier, a free gift is added to your order!! Win win!

How Does it Work?

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, delivery 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. Just make sure to order a minimum of 50 PV to get your Loyalty Rewards!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the September's 'How to Use' blog post. Check out the goodies from September's Gift with Purchase as we close out summer and get ready for school.

For more details and ways to use these amazing products, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these Autumn Vitality Diffuser Recipes in September.
During the month of September

With a Loyalty Order order of 100 PV or more, you will a free 5 mL Orange Vitality essential oil.

Orange Vitality essential oil, 5 mL

What dish couldn't use a dash of orange? Sweet or savory, it's the go-to flavor for almost any fall recipe, including salad dressings, poultry, veggies, marinades, and baked goodies.

NOTE: for Loyalty orders only.

If you're asking what should I order?! We have you covered!

Create a Loyalty Rewards order with some of these fall favorites (most are in the Fall Wellness Box - all info is on this Spotlight) and get NingXia Greens, a glass cup, Raven, Orange Vitality, Nutmeg Vitality, and Thieves Chest Rub FOR FREE plus 35 points (up to 75!!) to use as product credits!

190 PV Orders

With an order of 190 PV or more, you will a free 5 mL Nutmeg Vitality essential oil. If your order is a Loyalty Order, you'll receive a free Thieves Chest Rub and all of the above.


Invite the warmth of fall into your baking and cooking with Nutmeg Vitality oil. Add it to your culinary creations to enhance the flavor of winter produce such as acorn squash, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin.

Check out all of these amazing ways to use Nutmeg on this blog post.



Embrace autumn adventures with Thieves Chest Rub! It works to temporarily relieve irritations of the common cold and support healthy breathing, all while suppressing coughs* with a hands-free application and no sticky residue, so you can take your morning walks and breathe in the fresh air with ease.

Note: Loyalty Orders only
250 PV Orders

With a 250PV order or more, you will receive free 15 mL Raven essential oil blend and all of the above.


Diffuse Raven essential oil blend to create the aroma of a crisp winter forest in your home. Savor this unique blend of Ravintsara and four other bright, refreshing essential oils: Peppermint, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, and Wintergreen.

So much more information about Raven is on this blog post.
300 PV Orders

With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a NingXia Greens dietary supplement and all of the above!

NingXia Greens & Young Living-branded glass cup

Get your daily share of fruits and greens in a simple scoop of our NingXia Greens superfood powder into your daily drink. Sip in style during your commute, after your morning run, or weekend shopping from our 12-ounce Young Living-branded glass cup.

Read more about NingXia Greens on this Supplement Spotlight blog post. You can find more about other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Wonder how to use your Gifts with Purchase? Check out this blog post to see all the ways!
FAQs:
What is Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV to qualify for free gifts. Order at least 50 PV to qualify for Loyalty Reward Points. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 300 PV) 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 Loyalty Rewards program, you'll also earn loyalty points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

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

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

ImmuPro Spotlight - August 2023

ImmuPro Spotlight

ImmuPro is one of our favorite ways to support the immune system! These chewable tablets contain Ningxia wolfberry (a potent antioxidant), zinc, and selenium along with melatonin for restorative rest when you aren't at your best. Grab these tablets when you feel your defenses going down - or anytime you want a little boost!

Immupro at a Glance
  • Provides immune system support through a mixture of Ningxia wolfberry polysaccharides and a mushroom powder blend
  • Contains Orange essential oil, which is high in limonene
  • Contains chelated minerals, including zinc and selenium, which emerging science suggests are more easily absorbed by the body for proper immune function
  • Delivers melatonin, which encourages restful sleep by promoting the body's natural sleep rhythm
  • A convenient way to support the immune system and healthy sleep
Background

ImmuPro tablets are jam packed with some of the most powerful plant-powered immune stimulants around – the wolfberry, organic reishi, maitake, and agaricus blazei mushroom powders, zinc, and selenium. These ingredients deliver powerful antioxidant support to help reduce the damaging effects of oxidative stress from free radicals. Trace minerals like zinc, copper and selenium are essential for proper immune function. Plus, ImmuPro tablets include melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone that our bodies already produce that is great for immune support and sleep. Melatonin levels steadily decrease with age and in times of stress and is important as it encourages restful sleep by promoting the body's natural sleep rhythm.

Like all of Young Living's supplements, ImmuPro is enhanced with essential oils to help the body to assimilate and absorb the nutrients in the supplements, which is so amazing! ImmuPro contains Orange essential oil, which is rich in limonene. Limonene has been extensively studied for all of its health benefits from immune support to relaxation.

Key Ingredients
  • NingXia Wolfberry - packed with antioxidants and micronutrients; helps repair and prevent oxidative damage from free radicals
  • Reishi, Maitke, Mycelia mushroom powders - provide immune system support, help with memory, focus, brain health & also supports gut health (a key component of a healthy immune system!)
  • Melatonin - a naturally occurring hormone that the body makes to promote restful sleep, which is essential for immune function - especially in the presence of immune invaders
  • Orange essential oil - high in antioxidants and limonene, which support the immune system, bolster the natural immune response, and repair and prevent free radical damage
How to Use ImmuPro
  • Take 1 chewable tablet once daily at bedtime.
  • Use when you feel that telltale twinge in the back of your throat or any time you start to feel your defenses needing reinforcements.
  • Use before and during travel to support the immune system (airplanes, international travel, etc.)
Want to try ImmuPro, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

MegaCal Spotlight - August 2023

MegaCal Spotlight

MegaCal is our go-to magnesium and calcium supplement! This unique formula provides essential nutrients and minerals that support bone health, vascular health, and normal nerve function. MegaCal is flavored with Lemon essential oil, which is high in limonene and boasts its own wonderful health properties. Plus, magnesium and other minerals are essential for healthy skin, hair, and vitality overall!

MegaCal at a Glance
  • An excellent source of calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin C
  • Supports heart, bone, skin, and nerve health
  • Supports the entire cardiovascular system
  • Easy to mix into water for optimal absorption
  • Excellent source of magnesium (191 mg per serving)
  • 206 mg of calcium per serving to help you easily meet the daily recommended intake
  • Flavored with Lemon essential oil and no artificial flavors, colors or dyes
MegaCal is a great choice for supporting normal bone and vascular health as well as normal nerve function. This delicious lemony powder contains 206 mg of calcium and 191 mg of magnesium in every teaspoon, so you can easily get what your body needs.

This supplement also makes a great alternative to conventional magnesium powders for use at bedtime. The calcium and magnesium balance of MegaCal can also make it a great choice for replacing Digest & Cleanse or ComforTone to support easy and healthy bowel movements.

Background

Everyone knows that calcium is essential for healthy bones and teeth, but did you know calcium works in tandem with other minerals? This means that taking calcium supplements alone is not enough. It is essential to have a balance of magnesium and other minerals including zinc and manganese for our bodies to absorb and utilize calcium!

Calcium and magnesium specifically work together to help maintain healthy bones, nerves and teeth. Symptoms of low magnesium and calcium may include low energy and fatigue as your body has trouble performing the minute cellular tasks without these minerals. In fact, magnesium alone activates over 300 enzymes or more in the body, and when you pair magnesium with calcium, they are vital healthy nerve and muscle functions and pathways.

Key Ingredients

An excerpt from the Supplement Field Guide by Dr. Ashley H. Cribb:
  • Vitamin C - Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that is essential for growth and repair of tissues, cartilage, bones and teeth
  • Calcium - Calcium assists in blood clotting, muscle contraction, cholesterol metabolism, healthy blood pressure and nerve transmission. It also helps keep tissues rigid, strong and flexible and is essential for healthy bones and teeth.
  • Magnesium - Magnesium is used to regulate everything from protein synthesis to muscle and nerve function, glucose levels and blood pressure. It is required for energy production and the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and glutathione, the body's primary antioxidant.
  • Zinc - Zinc is an essential trace element that helps strengthen the immune system is required for calcium uptake, and supports muscle health and energy levels.
  • Manganese - Manganese is a cofactor required for enzyme activity in the body. It plays a role in amino acid, cholesterol, glucose, and carbohydrate metabolism, bone formation, and immune health.
  • Lemon essential oil - Lemon is high in limonene, which strengthens the immune system, helps decongest the lymphatic system, and improves nutrient absorption.

How to use MegaCal
  • Take 1 scoop (1 teaspoon) with 1 cup of water or juice daily. Do not exceed 3 servings daily. For best results, take 1 hour after a meal or taking medication or 1 hour before bedtime.
Want to try MegaCal, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

CBD Calm Roll-On Spotlight - August 2023

CBD Calm Roll-On Spotlight

Topical use of CBD is another great option! There are so many studies on how much our skin absorbs, and there are even drug delivery mechanisms designed to exploit this.

Some studies state that 60% of what you put on your skin is absorbed into your bloodstream within 26 seconds. We want to be aware of the things that are bad for our health, but we can also utilize this for things we WANT to absorb -- like CBD and essential oils!

The Calm CBD blend is infused with essential oils like lavender, frankincense, ylang ylang and vetiver that help create a peaceful environment, relax and quiet your mind, and wind down before bed.

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

To use
Roll generously onto the neck, chest and wrists as desired.


Want to try CBD Calm Roll-on, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Simplified Fall Collection Spotlight

Simplified Fall Collection
Spotlight

Say a big welcome hello to fall with these fan favorites -- Orange Creamsicle, Gingersnap & Cozy Cabin!! 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! Curl up with these three autumn-inspired essential oil blends (and a free diffuser while supplies last!!!) reminiscent of crisp fall days and all the things that cozy season needs.

Want to stock up on one of these favorites? These fall blends are now available as singles!

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
More Details
  • The Simplified by Jacob + Kait Fall Collection Includes a free Dewdrop Diffuser while supplies last!
  • These blends are available in a collection or individually 
  • Blends are avialable on one-time or loyalty orders with no order limits. Get yours while supplies last!
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.)
A Few Notes on Fragrance...

If you turn over your favorite good smelling products, you'll often find the word ‘fragrance' in the ingredients. But what is fragrance??

Fragrance chemicals are organic compounds that volatilize, or vaporize into the air, which is why we can smell them. They are added to household and personal care products to give them a scent or to mask the odor of other ingredients. Unfortunately, the volatile organic chemicals (VOCs - think the smell of paint or paint thinner) emitted by fragrance products can contribute to poor indoor air quality and are associated with a variety of adverse health effects. They are pretty much the last thing you want in a product for ambiance and aroma.

But it gets a little bit worse…. Did you know that to protect trade secrets, makers are allowed to withhold fragrance ingredients, so consumers can't rely on labels to know what hazards may lurk inside those festive scented candles (and room sprays.. and wall plugs… and perfumes.. and cosmetics…). This is called the “fragrance loophole” in federal labeling law. Although all other ingredients in your scented household and personal care products must be disclosed on the label by their specific name, this loophole means that ingredients added to provide a pleasant scent, or to mask a bad one, need only be listed under the generic term “fragrance.” 

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports that, while many popular candles and room sprays contain trace amounts of natural essences, they also typically contain a dozen or more potentially hazardous synthetic chemicals, some of which are derived from petroleum. According to the EWG, 

“Exposure to fragrance chemicals can cause headaches; eye, nose, and throat irritation; nausea; forgetfulness; loss of coordination; and other respiratory and/or neurotoxic symptoms. Many fragrance ingredients are respiratory irritants and sensitizers, which can trigger asthma attacks and aggravate sinus conditions.” 

One example of a harmful ingredient (there are many!) when it comes to fragrance, is styrene, an ingredient added to a wide variety of consumer products. A 2011 finding by the National Toxicology Program (endorsed by the Academy's National Research Council) found that styrene is “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.”

We know only that styrene might be an ingredient in any given fragrance because the International Fragrance Association, an industry trade group, publishes an online “Transparency List” of ingredients that perfumers say they use in formulas for consumer products. Styrene is one of the 3,000-odd ingredients on the list.

When you add up the number of products in your bathroom cabinets and under your kitchen sink that contain “fragrance” – and may contain styrene – the total could be many exposures to a substance we now know is “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.”

THIS is why we are so passionate about ditching conventional products and switching to Young Living's clean, effective and safe options! Young Living NEVER uses fragrance in their products - they don't even need to because of the incredible essential oils. All the Young Living products are infused with the highest quality, therapeutic grade essential oils which not only make fragrance unnecessary, they actually improve our health! 

Want to capture these warm notes of fall designed to warm your home and heart, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Sweet, Sweet Sleep Challenge Essentials for August 2023

Sweet, Sweet Sleep Challenge Essentials

I have a question for you. How are you sleeping?
  • Is it restful?
  • Do you toss and turn?
  • Do you wake up ready for the day?
  • Do you worry your way through the night?
  • Are you relying on sleep aids that leave you groggy and affect your health?
Are you ready to truly rest?
  • According to estimates, 50 million to 70 million people in the U.S. have ongoing sleep disorders.
  • Women are 40% more likely to have insomnia than men are. 
  • 40% of people with insomnia may have a diagnosable mental-health condition.
  • 79.4% of adults who take prescription sleep medication experience a residual effect such as oversleeping, feeling groggy, or having a hard time concentrating the next day.
  • 94.8% of adults lose at least an hour of sleep to pain in a given week.
  • 57.8% of middle schoolers and 72.7% of high school students get less than the recommended amount of sleep for their age.
  • 30.8% of parents and guardians say their school-age children are not getting enough sleep with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have mild to severe sleeping problems.
We would love to guide you on a journey of restorative sleep throughout the month of August so you can work, handle back to school schedules, prepare for the holidays, and do all the things you dream of doing from a rested state.

We're going to grab two oils. 
Inexpensive. Simple. Life changing.

Each day you will do the following three things:
  • Diffuse Peace & Calming and Cedarwood Oil every day in your home.
  • Take at least one full minute to slow down and breathe it in.
  • Put your phone in another room before going to bed each night. *
So easy!

Are you ready to join us? Simply click here to add these oils to your cart. If you don't have an account or a diffuser yet, we've popped our favorite kit in this Sleep Well Wellness Box so you can be ready to learn and use oils with us! Make sure you add the code SHAREYL at checkout for a 10% discount if it's your first time to order!

Then text SLEEP to 408-401-1478 for an exclusive text-based Master Class on all things sleep and start getting the rest our bodies and minds need!

We definitely recommend ordering these favorites on your Loyalty Rewards order. I mean, is there anything better than your favorite, healthy products showing up on your doorstep each month? What about getting free products and product credits just for ordering things you're already using? Sounds like a winning situation to us! Which is why we love ordering using the Loyalty Rewards. We ditch conventional, toxic products for safe, clean Young Living versions, save money, save time, create a natural home, and get freebies all at the same time! 

To set up a Loyalty order, search for the products on the ‘Essentials' list, then click ‘Add to Loyalty Order.' You can manage your subscriptions by going to ‘My Account' and ‘Loyalty Order'. You can edit your order each month to reflect what you need (hello easy button!), change the order date and shipping options. Just make sure to order 50 PV minimum each month in order to maintain and increase your percentage back in points! Every time you hit a qualifying PV threshold (100 PV, 190 PV, 250 PV and 300 PV), you will automatically add free oils or products to your order!

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

DIY Room Spray Recipes - August 2023

DIY Room Spray Recipes

Making a simple room spray is a wonderfully easy way to use (and share!) your oils. We love to mix up the combinations seasonally and spray them all over the house to make things smell incredible! Here are a few of our favorite recipes.

All recipes are for a 2 oz glass spray bottle. Add essential oils to the bottle, then add a splash of witch hazel, then fill with filtered water. Invert the bottle a few times before use. To use, simply spray onto desired surfaces - upholstered furniture, rugs, pet beds, faux or fresh greenery, etc!

Note: You can use more or less drops of essential oils based on your preferences! You can also use a larger spray bottle and double or triple the recipe.

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Freshen Up: great for everyday use
  • 10 drops Purification
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • 5 drops Tangerine
  • 5 drops Tea Tree
Winter Spa: an uplifting blend for winter
  • 10 drops Rosemary
  • 10 drops Eucalyptus
  • 5 drops Lemon 
  • 5 drops Peppermint
Spring Breeze: perfect for spring cleaning!
  • 15 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 10 drops Vanilla
  • 10 drops Jade Lemon
Summer Citrus: bright and fresh and happy!
  • 10 drops Tangerine
  • 15 drops Grapefruit
  • 10 drops Jade Lemon
  • 5 drops Vanilla
Fall Spice: cozy and warm and perfect for fall.
  • 8 drops Clove
  • 8 drops Cinnamon Bark
  • 5 drops Vanilla
  • 3 drops Nutmeg
  • 3 drops Cardamom
Mulled Cider: rivals the popular Anthropologie candle!
  • 10 drops Christmas Spirit
  • 8 drops Grapefruit
  • 8 drops Clove
  • 5 drops Orange
Enchanted Forest: perfect for cozy winter vibes.
  • 15 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • 5 drops Vetiver or Cedarwood
  • 7 drops Vanilla
  • 10 drops Tangerine
Want to make these DIY Room Spray Recipes, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Back to School Handbook 2023

The 2023 Back to School Handbook

It's hard to believe that school time is already here, but there is something soothing about the routine of backpacks and books and pencils, don't you think?! As always, we want to do everything we can to make this a healthy, happy school year. Here are a few of our best tips for doing just that!
Keeping Everyone Healthy

Thieves is our go-to germ-busting blend, and we love having it around us in multiple forms throughout the day! Thieves essential oil and roll-on, Thieves Waterless Hand Sanitizer and Spray, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap – give us all the Thieves!

Supplement Daily

  • Super C Chewables and Immugummies for everyone in the family! Vitamin C and immune health are synonymous, and adding the elderberry and elderflower Immugummies to your routine is a great daily habit for the entire family.
  • KidScents MightyVites is a perfect option for a wholesome daily vitamin for kids of all ages.
  • Ningxia Red is our favorite supplement for ALL the things. It is an antioxidant and nutrient powerhouse that helps us sleep better, get and keep glowing skin, keep a healthy immune system, have healthy energy levels, and much much more. 
Keeping Things Clean

Thieves Household Cleaner is our absolute favorite for green, plant-based cleaning. You know we use this in our homes, but did you know that a lot of teachers will use it in their classrooms as well?! So many people have gifted it along with a glass spray bottle to their kids' teachers to use daily in their classrooms. Spice it up with one of these recipes!

School Days Thieves Cleaner
  • 16 oz glass spray bottle 
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner 
  • 10 drops each Orange & Cinnamon Bark essential oils
  • 5 drops each Ginger, Clove, & Nutmeg essential oils
  • Fill with distilled water
Falling Leaves Thieves Cleaner
  • 16 oz glass spray bottle 
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner 
  • 10 drops each Tangerine, Northern Lights Black Spruce, & Bergamot essential oils
  • 5 drops Patchouli essential oil
  • Fill with distilled water
Caramel Apple Thieves Cleaner
  • 16 oz glass spray bottle 
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner 
  • 10 drops each Bergamot, Cinnamon Bark, & Stress Away essential oils
  • 5 drops each Nutmeg & Tangerine essential oils
  • Fill with distilled water
Staying Focused

Whether you're helping your little ones with homework, helping older kids stay focused in class, or needing some help yourself, these are some of our favorite oils for staying focused and alert!

Why these? A study on essential oils and focus by Dr. Terry Friedmann found a 32% improvement in mental focus in children inhaling Vetiver, with similar results in the group inhaling Cedarwood.

They realized this is because of a specific constituent (a component of the oils). Vetiver and Cedarwood are extremely high in sesquiterpenes - molecules that deliver oxygen molecules to cells, just like hemoglobin does to the blood! More oxygen to the brain = better focus. These oils also help our brain waves calm from an overactive state to a focused one.

  • Cedarwood 98% sesquiterpenes
  • Vetiver 97% sesquiterpenes
  • Spikenard 93% sesquiterpenes
  • Sandalwood 90% sesquiterpenes
School Day Butterflies

One way to help calm those first day (or test day!) jitters is diffusing a calming, grounding & uplifting blend! Prep your diffuser the night before with this blend and have it going as you eat breakfast and make sure everything is ready to go before you head out the door. 

This also makes a great roller! Multiply the drops by 5, add a carrier and go. Pop it in your child's backpack (or your own bag.. parents can feel those butterflies too!) or apply it to a diffuser bracelet to bring those calming vibes along with you!

Jittery Butterflies Blend
  • 3 drops Peace & Calming
  • 2 drops Tangerine
  • 2 drops Valor
  • 2 drops Stress Away
  • 1 drop Vetiver
Sweet, Sweet Sleep

A good night of sleep always makes you feel amazing, but did you know that sleep has even more effects than just having energy? It is a huge part of our ability to focus, our immune systems, and our ability to retain information! Sleep is crucial for us and for our little ones, especially during the school year. Try some of these tips for helping everyone in the home get some sweet sweet sleep!

Sleepytime oils - Peace & Calming, Cedarwood, Valor, Lavender, SleepyIze, Seedlings Calm, Tranquil. Choose a few and keep them on hand to diffuse every evening at bedtime.

Nighttime Linen Spray - Spray this onto sheets, blankets, pjs and stuffed animals before bed.
  • Glass spray bottle
  • 30 drops Peace & Calming
  • 15 drops Lavender
  • Splash of witch hazel
  • Water
KidScents Unwind - This magnesium-based supplement is our go-to for unwinding before bed. It also includes tryptophan and essential oils that help promote a calm state. Because it can help with restlessness and sleeplessness, it can also improve focus and concentration in the classroom! 

KidScents MightyPro - It may seem a little bizarre to put a gut health supplement in the sleep category, but more and more research shows us that a healthy gut is crucial for all things – including sleep!
School Day Blends

These are some of our favorites for immune support, focus, calming, and soothing! You can also make these into roller blends! Strong Defenses is a favorite everyday wellness roller in our house. To do this, multiply the drops by 5-7, add a carrier, and go!

  • After School Pep Talk - 5 drops Thieves, 5 drops Peppermint, 2 drops Tangerine
  • Sniffle Ease - 4 drops each Lemon, Lavender, Raven or R.C.
  • Homework Helpers - 4 drops Cedarwood, 5 drops Vetiver, 2 drops Peppermint
  • Settle Down - 5 drops Peace & Calming, 4 drops Lavender, 2 drops Tangerine
  • Strong Defenses - 4 drops each Thieves, Frankincense, & Lemon
  • First Day Butterflies - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Bergamot, & Tangerine
After School Fun

Pumpkin Pie Play Dough

An activity for the kids with the option of being free of harmful dyes and ingredients and leaves the house and their little hands smelling AMAZING plus it has immune boosting properties! You can make this together, super easy, then let them play the crisp, fall day away!!

  • 2 cups cornstarch
  • 1 cup Kidscents Lotion
  • 4 drops Cardamom
  • 2 drops Orange
  • 1 drop Cinnamon bark
  • 1 drop Clove
  • Mix all the ingredients together and let their imaginations run wild!
DIY Clay Leaf Tray

This DIY tray is a fun craft for the little ones to make and gift! Before the clay hardens, you can drop essential oils onto it. Choose stronger scents like Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Thieves or Peppermint to ensure more scent.

First, explore around your yard and gather your leaves! Cut out a piece of air dry clay, then roll it out about 1/2 inch thick, making sure your leaf will fit fully onto the clay. Then, press your leaf (vein side down) onto the clay. Make sure all parts of the leaf press in so that you get all the pretty nuances of the leaf!

Remove the leaf from the clay, and cut around the outline with a knife (have adults do this part), then remove the excess air dry clay from around your imprint. Go around the perimeter of the leaf and gently press the sides up and in to create a small edge. If adding oils, do so now. 
Allow the clay to air dry and harden. We set ours on a baking rack so that both sides were exposed to air. After 24 hours they had hardened and were ready to paint!

Paint! Once the paint is dry, cover with a coat of Modge Podge gloss, then let that dry for 24 hours. After the coating is dry, have your children sign the back and write the year.

We hope you enjoy this Back to School Handbook.

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

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

Cedarwood Essential Oil Spotlight - July 2023

Cedarwood Spotlight


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

Just a Drop of Cedarwood

  • Has a grounding, soothing, woodsy aroma
  • Creates a tranquil environment when diffused
  • Supports a calm, focused mental state
  • Wonderful to help wind down at the end of the day
  • Helps maintain the appearance of youthful skin and healthy-looking hair
  • Can be used to help fend off outdoor annoyances (pairs well with Citronella!)
  • Has natural skin-cleansing and deodorizing properties
  • High in sesquiterpenes
Background

Young Living's Cedarwood essential oil is steam distilled from the bark of Cedrus atlantica, a close relative to the biblical Cedars of Lebanon, or Cedrus libani. Historically used by the ancient Egyptians in ceremonial rites, this variety of cedarwood is now grown primarily in Morocco. 
Cedarwood was traditionally used for cleansing rituals, both physical and emotional. The Chinese, Sumerians and Egyptians used oil of cedarwood for embalming, disinfecting, hygienic, and other purposes more than 5,000 years ago and it was mentioned on a Babylonian tablet dated 1800 B.C. for multiple uses.

Key Constituents

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

All three of the key constituents found in Cedarwood are sesquiterpenes. In fact Cedarwood is 98% sesquiterpenes, the oil with the highest amount! Alpha-himachalene, Beta-himachalene, Gamma-himachalene: These compounds stimulate the limbic system of the brain, help lower brain waves from overly active to focused or from focused to meditative, help elevate the mood and calm the body.

Sesquiterpenes are a powerful tool! They help with oxygenating the pineal and pituitary glands, which are responsible for producing hormones related to sleep and stress. Sesquiterpenes also stimulate Beta Wave production in the brain, which helps with focus. When we are performing a difficult task or working on a problem, our brain increases the amount of beta waves.

Sesquiterpenes stimulate and support that natural production and therefore ability to focus. These compounds also help delete negative information in the cellular memory, making them extremely helpful tools when experiencing or processing trauma of any kind (chemical, medical, physical, emotional, relational).

Cedarwood & Focus

Because Cedarwood is extremely high in sesquiterpenes, it is a great tool for focus. Remember, sesquiterpenes are naturally occurring molecules in essential oils that deliver oxygen molecules to cells, just like hemoglobin does to the blood.  Sesquiterpene compounds stimulate the limbic system of the brain, in turn elevating our mood and calming the body. A simple way to maximize this effect is to apply Cedarwood to the brainstem to support focus.

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

Other sesquiterpene rich oils:
  • Vetiver 97%
  • Spikenard 93%
  • Sandalwood 90%
Cedarwood & Emotions

Some essential oils are especially good for opening up the emotional centers of our brain. This is an opening to address subconscious memories and unresolved feelings that affect our health! Cedarwood helps us deal with these repetitive program glitches in our nervous system while also calming the mind and making our thinking more productive. Like the sprawling evergreen tree that this oil comes from, Cedarwood's scent helps us to mentally and emotionally branch out, connecting and expanding our thoughts.

Product Options
Daily Habits with Cedarwood

Cedarwood makes a great cologne when paired with spruce oils:
  • 10 mL roller
  • 15 drops Cedarwood
  • 10 drops each Idaho Blue Spruce, Bergamot, Tangerine
  • Fill with carrier
Apply to the base of the brain stem for promoting focus and make a special roller for homework time.

Combine with Lavender Lotion for nighttime leg troubles.

Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing winter skin (not just hands!)
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 30 drops essential oils: Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Winter Skin Bath Soak! Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap:
  • 2lb melt and pour soap base 
  • ½ cup powdered goat milk 
  • 2 Tbsp organic raw honey 
  • 1 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils (Cedarwood, Lavender, Rosemary is a great combo!)
  • Soap molds
    Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler. Whisk in all remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Option to add dried flowers. Let sit overnight 
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak:
  • ¼ cup magnesium flakes
  • ¼ cup organic oats, ground
  • 2 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 10 drops each Cedarwood, Lavender
    Mix together and add to bath water. Then add ¼ cup ACV to the water and gently mix. 
Make your own (effective) deodorant with this Natural Deodorant Spray recipe: 
  • 4 oz glass mister bottle 
  • 3 Tbsp grain alcohol
  • 1 Tbsp witch hazel 
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • ½ tsp glycerin 
  • 20 drops Cedarwood (or other essential oil)
  • Optional: 10 drops Tea Tree
    Combine all ingredients and shake well.
    To use, spritz two sprays under arms as desired. 
Create mermaid-inspired waves in your hair with this Leave In Mermaid Hair Spritz:
  • 3 Tbsp alcohol free witch hazel
  • 1 tsp hemp seed oil (this is a veggie oil not an essential oil!)
  • 5 drops each: Cedarwood, Lavender, Rosemary
    Add ingredients in a 4 oz spray bottle. Fill the rest (mostly!) with distilled water
    Shake before use, and spritz then comb through to deeply nourish wet hair
Make a simple DIY Cuticle Oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
  • 1½ teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 5 drops 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.
Make a Focus Roller to use during work, homework, school, meetings or anytime to help focus the mind:
  • To a 10 mL roller bottle add:
  • 15 drops Frankincense
  • 10 drops Cedarwood
  • 5 drops Peppermint
  • Fill with a carrier of choice. Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently. 
Make a Sweet Dreams Sleep roller:
  • 20 drops each Lavender, Cedarwood
  • Optional: 10 drops Frankincense
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice
    Apply over to the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Make these Sweet Dreams Bath Salts to use before bedtime (great for helping kids wind down as well!)
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • ½ cup epsom salts
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Add to a glass jar and mix well.
Diffuse

Diffuse this woodsy oil to support focus, calm the atmosphere and bring a sense of serenity to your home:
  • Sweet Dreams - 5 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Frankincense
  • Calm & Collected - 4 drops each Cedarwood, Peppermint, Lemon
  • Enchanted Forest - 4 drops Cedarwood, 3 drops Ylang Ylang, 3 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
  • Grounded & Grateful - 3 drops each Cedarwood, Patchouli, Tangerine, Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • Let it Go - 4 drops each Cedarwood, Lavender, Vetiver
  • Summer Camp - 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Tangerine
COMPANION PRODUCTS
Testimonies

  • This oil has really helped to support our son with sensory and speech difficulties. - Alicia D.
  • This is one I won't be without... Diffuse almost daily, use a drop or two in my shampoo, I've made a Mirah oil to spray on hair, and there's more uses I didn't know about above. Love, love, love it. - Judy D.
  • I diffuse it every night with lavender and it's been a game changer for sleep! I also put it in my DIY dry shampoo. - Olivia M.
  • I have used this oil alone in a pillow spray. I also diffuse it with several other oils in the bedroom to help me sleep - Cedarwood, Peace and Calming, Stress away, Lavender, Sandalwood.  - Gail V.
  • One of our favorites for hair and sleep! - Marie V.
  • L O V E this oil. I sleep so soundly with it! - Robin C.
  • I use this oil in a spray bottle mixed with water and spray it on my scalp after my shower. I have also started applying it to my forehead for emotional balance. - Tami S.

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

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

How to Use August's Gifts with Purchase - 2023

How to use August's
Gifts with Purchase


It's time to wrap up summer and head back into the school year, and we are getting ready for all this season holds with nourishing routines, strong daily habits, and a mindset shift towards daily wellness.

We all know how important gut health is (it affects everything!!!), especially when it comes to our immune systems, and this month we're getting our favorite belly-loving supplements and oils for free!!! These favorites are great foundational staples for everyone - MultiGreens, Life 9 Probiotic, Lemon & Ginger oils, and more.

NOTE: If you're looking for any DIY supplies, check out the DIY Supplies List blog post for the exact items we use and recommend.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 25 drops Lemon essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Peppermint essentia oil
  • Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
    Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
Use Lemon to remove stickers or sticky residue on surfaces. Simply drop onto the surface, allow to sit, then wipe clean.

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

Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Purification
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Use Lemon in your wellness routine:
  • Add to Epsom Salt for a detox soak. For every cup of salt add up to 15 drops Lemon. Pair with Oregano, Thieves, R.C. or other immune boosting favorites.
  • Apply with coconut oil to help with respiratory needs or add to a roller with R.C, Purification or Raven.
Make a Roaring 20s Wellness Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15-20 drops each Lemon, Geranium, Pine, Thieves, & Frankincense
  • Carrier oil of choice
    Roll over the chest, throat, lymph nodes, along spine or on the bottom of your feet.
See the Lemon Essential Oil Spotlight for TONS more ways to use this oil!
Life 9 Probiotic

While it may seem a bit strange to say, one of the most powerful things we can do for our health is to balance and support our gut! Many today consider regularly taking a high quality probiotic to be one of the core pieces to a healthy gut which in turn is a key to brain, immune, skin health and more. 
SOOO much of our overall health actually starts in the belly, so a good probiotic is a staple for a healthy lifestyle. Life 9 Probiotic is a proprietary, high-potency probiotic that combines 17 billion live cultures from 9 beneficial bacteria strains that promotes healthy digestion, supports gut health, and helps maintain normal intestinal function for overall support of a healthy immune system. Each bottle contains 30 capsules, making it easy to use this helpful supplement daily.
For more, check out the March Supplement Spotlight!
MulitGreens Capsules
MultiGreens is your daily salad in a bottle - spirulina, alfalfa sprouts, barley grass, bee pollen, eleuthero, Pacific kelp, and more. This nutrient-dense supplement combines invigorating greens and essential oils to support overall health, energy levels and general well-being. It features a purifying essential oil blend that includes the powerhouse essential oil Melissa.

MultiGreen at a Glance
  • Provides energizing greens with revitalizing essential oils
  • Supports overall health and well-being
  • Formulated with Melissa essential oil
MultiGreens essentially fuels your system with lots of good stuff to help you feel amazing and increase vitality - much like eating a giant salad does! The nutrient-dense chlorophyll formula is designed to support the glandular, nervous, and circulatory systems, to help with energy levels and provide overall wellness support. MultiGreens is a natural, sustainable energy source for the body and is an excellent source of choline which is critical for energy production and also helps with brain fog!

Read more about MultiGreens capsules on this Supplement Spotlight blog post. You can find more about other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.
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

MultiGreens Supplement Spotlight - August 2023

MultiGreens
Supplement Spotlight

MultiGreens is your daily salad in a bottle - spirulina, alfalfa sprouts, barley grass, bee pollen, eleuthero, Pacific kelp, and more. This nutrient-dense supplement combines invigorating greens and essential oils to support overall health, energy levels and general well-being. It features a purifying essential oil blend that includes the powerhouse essential oil Melissa.


MultiGreen at a Glance
  • Provides energizing greens with revitalizing essential oils
  • Supports overall health and well-being
  • Formulated with Melissa essential oil
MultiGreens essentially fuels your system with lots of good stuff to help you feel amazing and increase vitality - much like eating a giant salad does! The nutrient-dense chlorophyll formula is designed to support the glandular, nervous, and circulatory systems, to help with energy levels and provide overall wellness support. MultiGreens is a natural, sustainable energy source for the body and is an excellent source of choline which is critical for energy production and also helps with brain fog! 

Background

Did you know that there was a study done on MultiGreens that showed a huge increase in absorption versus conventional supplements? This means that when we take vitamins and supplements that are not infused with essential oils, we only absorb a little less than half of what we initially took. THIS (along with the incredibly high quality of Young Living supplements) is why we ditched conventional supplements for the Young Living ones!
 
When we take Young Living's oil-infused vitamins supplements, the absorption rate increases to 64% in the first half hour alone, and skyrockets to 86% within just one hour! This is because the essential oils help our bodies take in and use the vitamins and minerals in our supplements. Essential oils are able to work as little freight carriers to get the good stuff we are taking into our bloodstream and cells. Plus they all have health-benefiting properties of their own!

Key Ingredients

Each ingredient in the MultiGreens formulation was chosen for a specific reason:
  • Bee Pollen - high in protein, low in fat, high in vitamins and minerals including  potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins.
  • Barley Grass - a powerful cleansing agent, antioxidant, high in minerals.
  • Spirulina - a chlorophyll source that is high in magnesium, supports the immune system, liver, intestines and cardiovascular systems, some studies show a link to improved energy and metabolism.
  • Choline - supports healthy cholesterol levels, liver health and memory support.
  • Eleuthero root - supports energy levels, helps reduce stress, helps strengthen immune cell function and immune system function.
  • Alfalfa leaf - high in chlorophyll and minerals which support overall wellbeing.
  • Pacific Kelp - contains nutrients that are vital to healthy thyroid and hormone balance and function.
  • Amino acids L-arginine, L-cysteine, and L-tyrosine - for healthy circulation, cellular metabolism, liver function and production of dopamine and serotonin.
  • Rosemary essential oil - balances the endocrine system, supports healthy blood pressure levels.
  • Lemon essential oil - high in the constituent limonene, supports immune system function, cleansing and supportive of digestion.
  • Lemongrass essential oil - a highly cleansing oil, some studies may show antimicrobial activity, calming to the digestive system.
  • Melissa essential oil - some studies may show anti-inflammatory activity, supports energy levels.
Products & Emotions

When our physical bodies are tired and run down, our emotions are quick to follow. And sometimes it is our emotions that trigger us to our physical health declining! Besides, what is more emotionally exhausting than not feeling great? 

Also… hormones. And stress. Thyroid, cortisol and other essential hormones are always affected when we are tired, run down and stressed. Our energy levels bottom out, and we have no pep in our step. 

So what do we do? We grab our oils, our supplements and get to work. Ideally we are already supporting our physical bodies as well as our emotions on a daily basis with baseline supplements like MultiGreens. Why? Because balancing our hormones and especially the thyroid is crucial for maintaining good energy levels. Pacific Kelp is in MultiGreen for just that purpose! Pacific kelp supports thyroid function and helps to keep our hormones balanced and in check - something we need daily and even more so when we are run down. Add in all the other powerful ingredients in this supplement, and it is definitely something that can support us both physically and emotionally!

MultiGreens is for...
  • Anyone who needs to up iron levels
  • Anyone who needs to clean the blood
  • Anyone who needs minerals
  • Anyone who wants to support the circulatory and nervous systems
  • Anyone who doesn't eat a strong, whole-food, many leafy greens diet
  • Anyone feeling weak and tired
Note: Does contain barley if you have a severe gluten sensitivity and bee pollen if severely allergic to bee products. Try using Mineral Essence instead for similar benefits.

How to Use

Take 3 capsules 2 times daily. Capsules may also be opened and sprinkled over food or in smoothies - a great option for when you want to give this to children!

Companion Products

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

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

Carefree Diffuser Blends - August 2023

Carefree Diffuser Blends


This collection of diffuser blends are our favorites for the young and the young at heart, so whether you're looking for something to help the little ones (or yourself!) wind down for the day or something to diffuse for overall wellness, we have you covered. These recipes are our tried and true go-tos for everyday use!

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 (and apply) these favorite blends to wrap up summer and get ready for school.

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!

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

Gift with Purchase! - August 2023

August's gifts with Purchase



It's time to wrap up summer and head back into the school year, and we are getting prepared with this month's incredible freebies! We all know how important gut health is (it affects everything!), especially when it comes to our immune systems, and this month we're getting our favorite belly-loving supplements and oils for free!!! These favorites are great foundational staples for everyone - MultiGreens, Life 9 Probiotic, Lemon & Ginger vitality, and more.

You order the products you use all the time - household cleaning products, shampoo and bath gel, toothpaste and mouthwash, and all your favorite oils. Each time you hit a specific tier, a free gift is added to your order!! Win win! 

How Does it Work?

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, delivery 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. Just make sure to order a minimum of 50 PV to get your Loyalty Rewards!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the August's 'How to Use' blog post. Check out the goodies from August's Gift with Purchase as we close out summer and get ready for school.

For more details and ways to use these amazing products, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these Carefree Diffuser Recipes in August.
During the month of August

As a thank you, say hello to 10 Loyalty Rewards points towards back-to-school essentials and treat yourself to wellness this summer. Use your points to find some new favorites!

NOTE: for Loyalty orders only.

If you're asking what should I order?! We have you covered!

Create a Loyalty Rewards order with some of our favorites for heading back to school, and join us for the Sweet Sleep Challenge. Grab these products on a Loyalty Rewards order, make your home (and yourself!) smell amazing... and get MultiGreens, Life 9, a Mini Travel Case, Lemon, and Ginger Vitality for FREE plus 35 points (up to 75 points) to use as product credits.

190 PV Orders

With an order of 190 PV or more, you will a free 15 mL Lemon essential oil. If your order is a Loyalty Order, you'll receive a free Ginger vitality essential oil and 10 extra points.


Diffuse Lemon essential oil's uplifting aroma to cleanse the air and set the tone for your gut-health goals.

Check out all of these amazing ways to use Lemon on this blog post.



Kick off your gut-health journey by adding Ginger Vitality oil to your water, tea, or your favorite beverage for a flavorful boost that may support the digestive system.


Note: Loyalty Orders only
250 PV Orders

With a 250PV order or more, you will receive free Life 9 supplement and all of the above.


Our Life 9 probiotic supplement is the perfect simple addition to your routine to optimize your digestive and immune-system health

You can find more about the probiotic benefits of Life 9 on this Supplement Spotlight blog post.


Mini Travel Supplement Case

Make it even easier to remember your supplements with our mini travel supplement case. The case is divided into four small sections, so you can bring your essential supplements with you anywhere.
300 PV Orders

With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a free bottle of MultiGreen capsules!


Try MultiGreens capsules, a combination of invigorating greens such as spirulina, alfalfa sprouts, barley grass, bee pollen, eleuthero, Pacific kelp, and more to support overall health and well-being.

Read more about MultiGreens capsules on this Supplement Spotlight blog post. You can find more about other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.

Wonder how to use your Gifts with Purchase? Check out this blog post to see all the ways!
FAQs:
What is Gift with Purchase?
Basically, the best way to order! You purchase products and YL sends you free ones. Each month you'll have new picks for every tier.

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV to qualify for free gifts. Order at least 50 PV to qualify for Loyalty Reward Points. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 300 PV) 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 Loyalty Rewards program, you'll also earn loyalty points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

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

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

Simplified Summer Collection Spotlight

Simplified Summer Collection
Spotlight

Capture the spirit of summer with these three sun-sational blends designed to whisk you away to where the living is easy. Ditch the chemical-laden candles and wall plugs for these delicious, summer-y blends. These blends are also now available to purchase individually! Check out the 'Related Resources' section below for more information on each blend!

Simplified Summer Collection at a Glance
  • Make your home smell sun-sationally fresh with three summertime blends.
  • Skip the harsh chemicals in candles, room sprays, and air fresheners for naturally derived essential oil goodness.
  • Transform your space into an easy, breezy summer getaway in minutes.
  • Whip up a signature summer scent without the toxins in conventional perfumes.
  • Switch out fragrance-filled reed diffusers for these summery scents or DIY a reed diffuser of your own!
Simplified Summer Collection

Tropical Tango essential oil blend
Take a trip to the tropics with the scents of ripe coconuts, juicy oranges, and fresh-picked florals with the Tropical Tango essential oil blend! This bright, blissful blend will have you feeling like you're living on island time no matter where you are. This blend can be incredibly helpful for times of stress to transport your emotions to a tropical paradise - relaxed, calm and grounded. Diffuse, apply and add this oil to DIYs all summer (or all year!) long!

Orange Creamsicle essential oil blend
When you want to relive the nostalgia of cool summertime sweets, count on the Orange Creamsicle blend. Made with real Madagascar vanilla, this creamy, citrusy scent will bring back memories of simpler times and summer days spent outdoors with friends. It's amazing diffused, worn as a perfume or used in summer-y DIYs!

Seaside essential oil blend
Treat your senses to the crisp, luxurious smell of Seaside! Inspired by the salty ocean air and warm summer nights, this blend is a vacation in a bottle. Made with Neroli from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree near the Mediterranean ocean, herbaceous Cypress and Sage, plus citrus notes of Orange and Lime, this blend is definitely one you will want to bask in all summer long!

How to Use the Simplified Summer Collection

For your home…
Diffuse any of these summer-scented essential oil blends to turn your home into a summertime getaway.

Whip up a simple room or linen spray with any of the blends:
Place a few drops of one of the blends on a cloth or cotton ball and place in the bottom of a trash can, a drawer, a closet or any other small space that needs to be refreshed.

Make a lovely DIY Reed Diffuser
  • Glass bottle of choice (check thrift stores for lovely vintage ones!)
  • Bamboo skewers or uncoated chopsticks
  • 1/4 cup carrier oil of choice
  • 1 teaspoon rubbing alcohol
  • 40-60 drops essential oil of choice
Add 20-25 drops of one of the blends to your Thieves Cleaner for a summery twist.

Add 3-5 drops of your chosen blend to dryer balls to infuse your laundry with a little sunshine.

Add one of these summery blends to your DIY Laundry Scent BoosterMake this carpet deodorizing powder. To a 4 oz glass jar add:
  • 1 cup baking soda
  • ½ cup fine sea salt
  • 20 drops blend of choice
    Add baking soda and salt to a jar, and mix well. Add essential oils, stir, then place the top on the jar and shake well. Optional: use a small knife or drill to make small holes in the top of the jar. Sprinkle onto carpets and let sit 10-15 minutes before vacuuming! 
Add a few drops of Tropical Tango in your diffuser to fill your space with the island-inspired scents of exotic flowers, creamy coconuts, and juicy fruits.

Put a few drops of Orange Creamsicle in a USB car diffuser to cheer up your morning commute with the nostalgic scents of summer.

For personal care…

Dilute your favorite Summer Simplified essential oil blend with a carrier oil and add it to your evening shower gel, body oil, or DIY bath bomb recipes for a burst of sunshine.

Use your favorite blend to make some of the simple DIYs. (Summer shimmer body oil anyone?!?)

Use one of these blends in DIY sugar and salt scrubs for a fresh summery burst.

Put 1 drop of Tropical Tango diluted with 2–4 drops of V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex into the palm of your hand; then cup your hands around your nose and breathe deeply to transport yourself to an island paradise.

Breathe in Orange Creamsicle's uplifting aroma straight from the bottle for an aromatic pick-me-up when your day overwhelms you.

Place a couple drops of Seaside and V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex onto a diffuser bracelet to carry the fresh, soothing scent wherever your day takes you. Since this blend may cause photosensitivity, keep your wrist out of direct sunlight for up to 24 hours.

A Few Notes on Fragrance...

If you turn over your favorite good smelling products, you'll often find the word ‘fragrance' in the ingredients. But what is fragrance??

Fragrance chemicals are organic compounds that volatilize, or vaporize into the air, which is why we can smell them. They are added to household and personal care products to give them a scent or to mask the odor of other ingredients. Unfortunately, the volatile organic chemicals (VOCs - think the smell of paint or paint thinner) emitted by fragrance products can contribute to poor indoor air quality and are associated with a variety of adverse health effects. They are pretty much the last thing you want in a product for ambiance and aroma.

But it gets a little bit worse…. Did you know that to protect trade secrets, makers are allowed to withhold fragrance ingredients, so consumers can't rely on labels to know what hazards may lurk inside those festive scented candles (and room sprays.. and wall plugs… and perfumes.. and cosmetics…). This is called the “fragrance loophole” in federal labeling law. Although all other ingredients in your scented household and personal care products must be disclosed on the label by their specific name, this loophole means that ingredients added to provide a pleasant scent, or to mask a bad one, need only be listed under the generic term “fragrance.” 

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports that, while many popular candles and room sprays contain trace amounts of natural essences, they also typically contain a dozen or more potentially hazardous synthetic chemicals, some of which are derived from petroleum. According to the EWG, 

“Exposure to fragrance chemicals can cause headaches; eye, nose, and throat irritation; nausea; forgetfulness; loss of coordination; and other respiratory and/or neurotoxic symptoms. Many fragrance ingredients are respiratory irritants and sensitizers, which can trigger asthma attacks and aggravate sinus conditions.” 

One example of a harmful ingredient (there are many!) when it comes to fragrance, is styrene, an ingredient added to a wide variety of consumer products. A 2011 finding by the National Toxicology Program (endorsed by the Academy's National Research Council) found that styrene is “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.”

We know only that styrene might be an ingredient in any given fragrance because the International Fragrance Association, an industry trade group, publishes an online “Transparency List” of ingredients that perfumers say they use in formulas for consumer products. Styrene is one of the 3,000-odd ingredients on the list.

When you add up the number of products in your bathroom cabinets and under your kitchen sink that contain “fragrance” – and may contain styrene – the total could be many exposures to a substance we now know is “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.”

THIS is why we are so passionate about ditching conventional products and switching to Young Living's clean, effective and safe options! Young Living NEVER uses fragrance in their products - they don't even need to because of the incredible essential oils. All the Young Living products are infused with the highest quality, therapeutic grade essential oils which not only make fragrance unnecessary, they actually improve our health! 

Want to capture the spirit of summer with these three sun-sational blends designed to whisk you away to where the living is easy, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Daily Prebiotic Fiber Supplement Spotlight - July 2023

Daily Prebiotic Fiber
Supplement Spotlight

Health starts in the gut, so we want to do everything we can to have a happy, healthy belly! And having a healthy gut isn't something just for those with gut disorders. It is for us all. Taking daily steps to build, support, detoxify and balance gut bacteria and intestinal lining is crucial, and one of our favorite, simple ways to do this is with Daily Prebiotic Fiber! Daily Prebiotic Fiber is a daily prebiotic and fiber drink that is both delicious and easy on the stomach.

Daily Prebiotic Fiber at a Glance

Daily Prebiotic Fiber supports gut health, aids in the body's natural detoxification process, and helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome - all things that are crucial to overall health! This gentle daily formula contains 6 grams of plant-based prebiotics, 5 grams of soluble fiber, and a belly-supporting blend of essential oils - Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass, and Rosemary.

Why We Love Daily Prebiotic Fiber
  • Contains 6 grams of plant-based prebiotics and 5 grams of soluble fiber
  • Aids in the body's natural detoxification process
  • Helps maintain a healthy gut microbiome
  • Easy on the stomach and well tolerated by those with digestion sensitivity
  • Promotes healthy postbiotics in the gut
  • Contains D. Gary Young's original essential oil blend of Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass, and Rosemary essential oils
  • Helps you feel full longer
  • Supports cardiovascular health and immune system
Gut Health & Overall Health

Did you know that over 75% of your immune system is in your gut? Sounds so wild, but it is true. This is yet another reason why a healthy, happy belly is of utmost importance!

If you're thinking that you don't feel bad, don't have dietary sensitivities and feel like your gut is just fine, you could still be experiencing symptoms of gut inflammation and imbalance (dysbiosis). Lots of things in our daily life can result in tiny holes in the gut lining, creating a ‘leaky gut.' This is a huge topic of medical study and one for another day, but leaky gut can cause a whole host of symptoms. Some less straightforward symptoms include migraines, brain fog, joint pain, eczema, acne and emotional instability. 

If this is you (and honestly even if it's not!) I challenge you to spend a minimum of 30 days eating low-inflammatory foods, moving your body, taking Life 9 and Daily Prebiotic Fiber and seeing how these things change! Bonus points for adding in 2-4 ounces of NingXia Red each day. 

Daily Prebiotic Fiber contains powerful ingredients like agave inulin, guar gum, and prickly pear cactus extract that work synergistically  (1+1=3) with Fennel, Anise, Tarragon, Ginger, Lemongrass, and Rosemary essential oils to dexotify the gut and promote a healthy environment for bacterial balance. Pairing Daily Prebiotic Fiber with Life 9 is ideal. Daily Prebiotic Fiber creates a clean, happy home for the diverse bacteria of the Life 9 probiotic! 

Plus, the  ingredients in Daily Prebiotic Fiber provide 6 grams of plant-based prebiotics and 5 grams of soluble fiber. Prebiotics and fiber are crucial for overall gut health and digestive mobility - ease of things moving through which is definitely what we want! As well as overall cardiovascular and immune system health.  

Overall, Daily Prebiotic Fiber is an ideal way to maintain a healthy gut microbiome, aid in the body's natural detoxification process, promote healthy postbiotics in the gut, and even help you feel full longer. If that's not a win, I don't know what is! 

Daily Habits for Gut Health
  • Avoid inflammatory foods
  • Eat whole, nutrient dense foods
  • Move your body gently first thing in the morning (yoga, sun salutations, stretching)
  • Avoid commercial seed oils (canola oil, sunflower seed oil, etc.)
  • Take a high quality probiotic like Life 9
  • Eat prebiotic foods like garlic, onions, and NingXia wolfberries 
  • Take Daily Prebiotic Fiber
Gut Health & Emotions

It may seem strange to link gut health with emotions, but there is a big reason why the two things are connected.

We've all heard about serotonin, especially since it is one of our ‘happy' hormones along with dopamine. Serotonin is the control switch for the body and brain's neurotransmitters. It helps us regulate our emotions from excited and energetic to calm and focused, so when levels are too low, problems can certainly arise.

Serotonin is produced in the brain (this is what we hear about a lot with mental health needs), but a large amount is also produced in the digestive system. So much so that our gut is called the ‘second brain.' In fact, almost 90% of the serotonin in our bodies is produced by the peripheral nervous system in the gut. WOW. 

So many things impact the gut's ability to produce and maintain adequate levels of serotonin. A few of these include food sensitivities and allergies, acute and chronic stress, gut flora imbalances, yeast overgrowth, acute and chronic illness, conventional medication and antibiotic use. Some of these things are within our  control to change and others we have to simply support and rebuild the gut after experiencing. Acute needs are definitely going to require work, but the real ticket to health is in daily actions! 

Often when we crave foods high in sugar or white flour, we are innately trying to regulate low serotonin levels. These foods may give us a quick pick me up, but they also lead to a crash shortly after. BUT. There are many ways we can support the gut (second brain remember!) daily to maintain adequate serotonin (among other important things). Adding Daily Prebiotic Fiber to your daily wellness routine is a great way to support your gut on a daily basis! 

To Use Daily Prebiotic Fiber
  • Mix 1 scoop in 8 ounces of water or juice once daily.
  • Take in the morning 30 minutes before meals on an empty stomach.
  • Enjoy with water, NingXia Red, or juice

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

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

 
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