Inner Boost & Balance Spotlight
Inner Boost and Balance powder is our new favorite way to give ourselves a boost!! This delicious powder is more than a multi - it's a multitasking expert that helps fill nutrition gaps while supporting healthy skin, cognitive function, cognitive aging, and energy levels. Made with B vitamins, blood orange extract, and other naturally derived nutrients, it's a simple and delicious way to boost your best self from the inside out. What's more, all that goodness comes in a sustainable, on-the-go pouch. Easy button!
Inner Boost & Balance at a Glance
- Helps support healthy skin, digestion, energy levels, immune system, nervous system, and cognitive function
- Supports a positive outlook and emotional stress
- Helps reduce oxidative stress on the body
- Delivers a boost of essential vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and prebiotic fiber
- Comes in a convenient and delicious blood orange stick pack
- Vegetarian-friendly, gluten-free formula is a great option for children 6 and above
Key Ingredients
- Blood Orange Extract - Supports skin health and helps counteract skin hyperpigmentation, supports healthy glutathione levels, and can reduce skin sensitivity. Anthocyanins, flavanone, hydroxycinnamic acids, and ascorbic acid give it antioxidant powers with a natural citrus flavor.
- Natural B Complex - Maintains healthy energy levels, a healthy nervous system, and cognitive function. Derived from dried quinoa sprouts, this vitamin B complex includes thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7), folate (B9), and cobalamin (B12).
- Prebiotic fiber (organic agave inulin and soluble tapioca fiber) - Supports healthy digestion and a healthy immune system. Agave inulin is extracted from the Agave tequilana plant, which is indigenous to Mexico. It belongs to the family of fibers known as fructans, which have prebiotic benefits. Soluble tapioca fiber is derived from tapioca starch, which comes from the edible roots of the cassava plant.
- Marine Magnesium - Provides 70+ trace minerals that are essential for many body processes. Magnesium is a multitasking nutrient that helps with many processes in the body. Pairing magnesium with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is a powerful combination!! The magnesium in Inner Boost and Balance is a highly bioavailable source of magnesium, meaning it is more easily absorbed by the body. It is harvested from the clear waters of the Irish Sea. To learn more about magnesium and why to take it, see this Spotlight.
Daily Habits with Inner Boost & Balance
Stir 1 stick pack into 8 ounces of water daily and enjoy.
Mix with NingXia Red for even more incredible benefits!
Or try this delicious daily glow up mocktail recipe below! Inner Glow Getter Mocktail
- 2 ounces NingXia Red
- 8 ounces water
- 1 Inner Boost and Balance stick pack
- 1 scoop Inner Beauty Collagen
- Vitality oil of choice to taste
- Serve chilled or over ice.
FAQ
How often should I take Inner Boost and Balance stick packs?
- Take Inner Boost and Balance once daily for the best results.
When is the best time of day to take Inner Boost and Balance?
- Take it any time of day - before a workout, during an afternoon slump, or while on the go.
Should I take Inner Boost and Balance with or without food?
- Inner Boost and Balance is best when consumed after a meal.
What are the primary benefits associated with Inner Boost and Balance?
- Inner Boost and Balance helps fill nutritional gaps, support healthy energy levels, and support a positive outlook while supporting skin health, all in a convenient multivitamin stick pack.
- Although both products provide multivitamin benefits, Inner Boost and Balance is meant to provide a boost of wellness support rather than a full day's value of vitamins. The best part is you can use them together!
Are there any ingredients containing gluten in Inner Boost and Balance?
- No gluten-containing ingredients are used in Inner Boost and Balance. This product maybe manufactured in a facility that uses gluten in other product formulations. Though other products that contain gluten may be processed in the same facility, please rest assured that according to CGMPs (current good manufacturing practices), the machinery is cleansed and sanitized between productions to prevent contamination. If you have additional concerns about the use of this product, we encourage you to speak to your health care provider.
Learn about everything from convention and create amazing new health habits with the new products released this month!
- Deep Night Essence
- DeepSpectra Frankincense2 5 mL
- DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition
- Super Magnesium
- Lavender Legacy Collection
- Legacy 30 Essential Oil Blend, 10 mL
- AromaConnect LunaMist Plug In Diffuser
- AromaConnect Wake Up Light Diffuser
Want to try Inner Boost and Balance powder but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition Spotlight
Say hello to a trifecta of wellness to make your cells smile! DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition is your phytonutrient-rich antioxidant supplement that helps boost overall health and wellness!
This groundbreaking dietary supplement harnesses the antioxidant properties of black seed oil and essential oil extracts to support cell health, immune function, and overall wellness. It is truly a game changer in the health and wellness scene!
DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition at a Glance
- Provides nourishing daily cell support with a phytonutrient-rich complex
- Contains antioxidant properties that help protect against free radicals and support against environmental stressors
- Supports a healthy immune system and a healthy inflammation response
- Formulated with Frankincense2 essential oil extract using DeepSpectra technology, which uses Frankincense essential oil to extract boswellic acids for more benefits than the essential oil alone
- Formulated with Orange Cacao essential oil extract, a unique fusion of Orange essential oil and cacao made with DeepSpectra technology
- Contains essential fatty acids, vitamins, and trace minerals
- Features upcycled plant material, harnessing more drops of goodness with less waste
- Vegan and vegetarian friendly formula does not contain milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame-derived ingredients
DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition is made with black seed oil, Frankincense2 essential oil extract, and Orange Cacao essential oil extract. It's crafted using our patents-pending DeepSpectra technology, which captures more plant essence in every drop. The result is a novel phytonutrient-rich fusion with antioxidant properties that support healthy cells and a healthy immune system.
Background
As the industry leader in essential oils and essential oil science, it's no surprise that Young Living has done it again! Meet DeepSpectra Technology – a cutting edge technology that uses distinct characteristics of essential oils to attract additional compounds from the plant. The final product contains an enriched array of organic plant compounds that give us even more incredible benefits from these oils!
DeepSpectra Technology
This patents-pending process is the culmination of decades of research and development. Young Living only uses carefully selected (and often upcycled) plant material that's rich in beneficial compounds. A carefully selected Young Living essential oil is combined with this plant material and used as the extraction fluid.
The extraction is then enhanced by applying an optimal energy source to the mixture. The result is a unique combination of essential oil and extract of even more beneficial compounds of the plant. DeepSpectra technology creates a new era of essential oil extracts.
Key Constituents
- Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind
- Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
- Sabinene - a constituent known to enhance the effects of other compounds; helps fight oxidative damage and reduce imflammation
Daily Habits with Legacy 30
- Take 1 mL (20 drops) by mouth once daily.
- Add it to a vegetable capsule and take it as a daily supplement.
- Use in conjunction with Longevity (Spotlight), Inner Defense (Spotlight), and Inner Boost and Balance (Spotlight) supplements.
- Add to a daily wellness mocktail with NingXia Red (Spotlight) and NingXia Zyng drinks or your favorite beverage.
- Try this Everyday Wellness Tonic
- 2-4 oz NingXia Red
- 20 drops DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition
- 1 packet Inner Boost and Balance
- 5 droppers full Mineral Essence
- Water as desired
Learn about everything from convention and create amazing new health habits with the new products released this month!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Legacy 30 Spotlight
Embrace the unwavering spirit of Young Living Founder D. Gary Young with Legacy 30 essential oil blend! Created from the exact oils meticulously blended and cherished by Gary, Legacy 30 captures the essence of his odyssey. Let this bold symphony of premium oils be your guide as you explore new horizons and ignite your own legacy!
Just a Drop of Legacy 30
- A blend of Valor, Highest Potential, and Shutran blends
- Features a deep, rich, floral, conifer aroma
- Radiates an empowering aroma that sets the stage as you strive to achieve your dreams
- Envelops you in a bold scent, perfect for discovering the essence of unyielding strength
- Immerses you in a symphony of premium essential oils as you step into a bravery mindset and conquer the day
- Available only for attendees of the YL30 International Grand Convention
Each drop of this uplifting blend carries a floral, conifer scent, inspiring you while you unlock your true potential! This blend embodies 30 years of empowerment and the pursuit of individual legacies with the trailblazing combination of Highest Potential, Valor and Shutran essential oil blends – three of the most popular blends! Make Legacy 30 blend your daily companion, a reminder to embrace your true purpose, carve out your unique path and make your mark on the world.
Legacy 30 is designed to help you overcome mental and emotional blocks to reach your highest potential with courage and confidence! Utilize this blend as you speak truth, overcome your fears, step into higher levels of knowledge and wisdom, inspire creativity and communication, and walk forward in emotional healing.
This limited-edition 10 mL blend is more than a collector's treasure. Peel back the label to discover the delightful surprise hidden beneath its label - Gary's timeless words of wisdom. Let them propel you forward as you embrace your personal purpose and forge your unique path.
Key Constituents
- Valor (Spotlight) - Valor essential oil features Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, and Geranium and was formulated based on historical writings about Roman soldiers who were said to apply plant extracts and botanicals to instill feelings of courage and confidence before going into battle. It is a wonderful oil to help soothe the fight-or-flight response and calm the nervous system while also grounding the mind and emotions.
- Highest Potential - This exotic blend is designed to increase your capacity to achieve your highest potential. It combines the uplifting and inspirational qualities of Australian Blue with the power of Gathering to help bring greater unity of purpose. Jasmine is added to enhance self-confidence, while Ylang ylang calms, soothes, and harmonizes.
- Shutran (Spotlight) - This lovely blend of Idaho Blue Spruce, Ocotea, Ylang Ylang, Hinoki, Cedarwood, Lemon, and Northern Lights Black Spruce has a grounding, lightly sweet evergreen aroma that is meant to inspire confidence and connection.
Daily Habits with Legacy 30
Wear it daily as a reminder to tap into your true purpose and create your unique legacy.
Apply it before big moments and let the aroma inspire you while you make your mark in the world.
Apply it behind your ears and to your wrists while you invite a courageous outlook.
Add to diffuser jewelry to provide emotional support throughout the day.
Incorporate it into your meditation routine as you work to nurture inner resilience.
Add 10 drops of Legacy 30 to 1 cup of magnesium flakes or epsom salt for an inspiring and soothing bath soak.
Diffuse this blend while you meditate, create a vision board, dream, or plan.
Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil or post-shave moisturizing oil. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
- 20 drops Legacy 30
- 5 drops Bergamot
- Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil
Make a DIY Massage Oil:
- To a 2 oz pump bottle add:
- 30 drops Legacy 30
- 5 drops Sensation
- Fill with jojoba oil
Use as massage oil as desired! This is a great combination of oils for fostering emotional connection and intimacy with a spouse.
Apply between large and second toes which is a reflex point for releasing trauma stored in the body. Inhale the oil deeply when performing this exercise.
Learn about everything from convention and create amazing new health habits with the new products released this month!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Super Magnesium Spotlight
Did you know that magnesium is a core building block for your health? It is involved in over 300 processes within the body! And almost all of us aren't getting enough of it. BUT a good quality, sustainably sourced magnesium supplement that is easily absorbed by the body is almost impossible to find… but we have it!
Say hello to Super Magnesium! Super Magnesium gets the job done with better distribution, higher available levels of magnesium, and fewer capsules.
Super Magnesium at a Glance
- Supports a restful night's sleep and a calm nervous system
- Promotes healthy organ function
- Reduces oxidative stress on the body as a whole
- Contains melon juice concentrate to increase magnesium efficiency in the body (sends the magnesium where it needs to go!) and reduce oxidative stress and fatigue
- Decreases physical fatigue while supporting an active lifestyle and normal energy levels
- Promotes overall well-being when used in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle
- Vegan and vegetarian formula is gluten, tree nut, sesame, corn and soy-free
This mighty supplement is sustainably sourced from seawater with a variety of trace minerals and formulated with melon juice concentrate, which reduces oxidative stress and increases magnesium efficiency in the body. Super Magnesium combines the power of bioavailable (read: easily absorbable) magnesium from the Irish Sea with the power of melon juice concentrate and Bergamot essential oil to maintain healthy magnesium levels in the body all day long. In short, this supplement helps your body win!
Background
Just as sleep is a core foundation for your health, magnesium is a core supplement your body needs to stay healthy! Did you know that magnesium naturally helps your body produce the sleep hormone melatonin? The two Ms go hand in hand!
Sleep is a critical part of our health. Getting enough sleep helps reduce inflammation, make it easier to maintain a healthy weight, and improves everything from mental health to memory. Research suggests that quality sleep is vital for clearing toxins, regulating mood, and maintaining your immune system. Sleep is an incredibly important and often overlooked part of our health routine!
As more research has been done on sleep, we have learned that our bodies have a pseudo-lymphatic system that is designed specifically to clear waste and toxins from the brain while also replenishing essential neurotransmitters (dopamine and serotonin, anyone??). It's the glymphatic system, and guess when it is the most active and doing the most work to?? While you sleep!
In fact, many things affect this system – sleep position, alcohol intake, exercise, omega-3 consumption, intermittent fasting and chronic stress all affect the lymphatic system's clearance of waste and toxins.
So it just makes sense to add Super Magnesium to your daily supplement line-up!
Key Ingredients
- Melon Juice Concentrate - protects magnesium levels within the body and distributes magnesium to areas of higher metabolic need; increases magnesium efficiency within the body; reduces oxidative stress and fatigue; sustainably sourced from fruit fields in France
- Magnesium (hydroxide & citrate) - helps calm the nervous system and promotes restful sleep; involved in over 300 bodily processes; essential to energy, vitality, and overall health and wellness
- Bergamot essential oil - uplifts the emotions and senses and helps ease anxious feelings; helps lower cortisol levels and soothes the nervous system's fight/flight/freeze response; contains antioxidants that help support a healthy lifestyle; helps support the cardiovascular system
Magnesium Salts
While there are many forms of magnesium out there (often called magnesium salts), Super Magnesium intentionally features magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate for several reasons. Magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate are considered highly bioavailable -- they are easily absorbed and utilized within the body. Combining these magnesium salts with melon juice concentrate increases the efficiency of these two types of magnesium and their ability to target areas of the body where they're needed most!
The type of magnesium ingested is actually not as critical as many would have you believe. When you ingest magnesium in any form, it ends up in the stomach first. The stomach is a very acidic environment and the magnesium salt breaks down into magnesium ions. These ions are is what is absorbed.
Young Living's goal in choosing a magnesium salt was to find the cleanest, most natural source possible with no contaminants. That led them to magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate sourced from natural sea water.
Most research studies show magnesium's impact requires a dose of around 300 mg. The magnesium sources chosen for this supplement allow for a full 300 mg dose of magnesium in three small “0” size capsules. This is definitely a difference between Super Magnesium and many other options!
WHY do these types of magnesium fit into smaller capsules? Let's look at magnesium glycinate. A mere 8% of magnesium glycinate is actual magnesium. We'd need three times as much of that kind of magnesium to achieve the same benefit—you'd have to take nine capsules of it!
Also, the magnesium hydroxide and magnesium citrate used in Super Magnesium are sourced from the clean waters of the Irish Sea. This provides a sustainable source of magnesium and minimizes the carbon footprint of production.
How to Use Super Magnesium
- From a.m. to p.m., Super Magnesium supplement supports healthy energy levels, a calm nervous system, and a restful night's sleep as you begin to wind down. If you are on the lookout for one supplement that does it all, make it Super Magnesium!
- Take 1 capsule 3 times daily; can be taken with or without food. Safe for ages 14 and above.
- Looking for a dynamic duo? Pair Deep Night Essence with daily Super Magnesium!
Simplify Your Sleep Routine
Looking for better rest with minimal prep? Three products, amazing sleep.
The 5 Minute Sleep Routine
- Take Super Magnesium three times a day
- Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime.
- Diffuse your favorite sleep-inducing oil (we recommend Peace & Calming, Cedarwood or Mastrante!).
- Then say hello to the deep zzzz's you need!
30 Minutes to Better Rest Routine
- Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime. If possible, turn off all screens at this time! (1 minute)
- Stretch and/or meditate and take Super Magnesium capsules to help calm the nervous system. (6 minutes)
- Lower your body temperature to prepare for rest. (We sleep better when our bodies are cool!) Take a warm bath to boost blood flow to the skin and increase heat loss (bonus for using calming oils like Lavender, Frankincense, or Peace & Calming or the Stress Away Bath Bombs). (20 minutes)
- Fire up your diffuser with calming scents. (3 minutes)
- Drop into bed and rest well, then wake up ready to tackle the day!
And when you're ready to dive into more healthy sleep habits, grab some NingXia Red to add to your supplement routine (a delicious supplement clinically proven to give you better rest, more energy, and better mental clarity!) and an Aroma Connect Wake Up Light Diffuser!
Check out how the 30 Minutes to Better Sleep blog post for more about pairing Deep Night Essence (Spotlight) with Super Magnesium.
Learn about everything from convention and create amazing new health habits with the new products released this month!
- Deep Night Essence
- DeepSpectra Frankincense2 5 mL
- DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition
- Inner Boost and Balance
- Lavender Legacy Collection
- Legacy 30 Essential Oil Blend, 10 mL
- AromaConnect LunaMist Plug In Diffuser
- AromaConnect Wake Up Light Diffuser
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Deep Night Essence
Sleep is a vital part of our health, so when sleep is elusive or hard to maintain things go downhill quickly! As science uncovers more about the importance of sleep, we need a support option we can use long-term without worrying about side effects and drowsiness. Enter Deep Night Essence! This non-drowsy, melatonin-free sleep supplement can help you get the sleep you need!
Deep Night Essence at a Glance
- Delivers nightly, melatonin-free support for a more restful sleep
- Designed for daily, long-term use
- Helps ease stress and promote relaxation without causing drowsiness
- Contains a blend of spearmint and green tea extracts, which support concentration, cognitive function, and visual recall
- Promotes overall well-being when used in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle
- Formula is vegetarian and vegan-friendly and free from corn, soy, tree nuts, and sesame
Background
Sleep is a critical part of our health, both for everyday wellness and when acute needs arise. Getting enough sleep helps reduce inflammation, make it easier to maintain a healthy weight, and improves everything from mental health to memory. Research suggests that quality sleep is vital for clearing toxins, regulating mood, and maintaining your immune system. Sleep is an incredibly important and often overlooked part of our health routine!
As more research has been done on sleep, we have learned that our bodies have a pseudo-lymphatic system that is designed specifically to clear waste and toxins from the brain while also replenishing essential neurotransmitters (dopamine and serotonin, anyone??). It's the glymphatic system, and guess when it is the most active and doing the most work to?? While you sleep!
In fact, many things affect this system – sleep position, alcohol intake, exercise, omega-3 consumption, intermittent fasting and chronic stress all affect the lymphatic system's clearance of waste and toxins.
Deep Night Essence helps us to support this innate system's work and natural sleep cycles, so you can wake up ready to tackle the day!
Key Ingredients
- Spearmint and green tea extracts - clinically proven to promote more restful sleep (twice the restful sleep versus without it); improves concentration, normal cognitive function, visual recall, and processing (aka brain power!) by five times – up to 60%!
- Holy basil extract - known for calming properties; supports the body's response to stress and supports the immune system
- Lemon balm extract (also known as Melissa) - supports the body's natural response to stress and the immune system
- Lavender essential oil - supports sleep quality during restlessness; calming and relaxing to the mind and body
- Spearmint essential oil - supports overall wellness
Why Melotnin-Free
Melatonin is typically the first thing we reach for when we need some help with sleep, and while it is a wonderful option, it is not intended for long term use.
Melatonin is naturally produced in our body and is a vital part of our circadian rhythm. It's released to signal to the body that it's time to go to sleep, but it also impacts so much more – body temperature, blood sugar, and blood vessel tone (how constricted or relaxed the blood vessels are at any time). It is actually a really important hormone for our health!
BUT...
We want our bodies to continue making their own melatonin. And when we continue with melatonin long-term, our bodies will begin to make less of it – which is not what we want! So while a good short-term support tool, melatonin isn't intended for long-term use. Which is why Deep Night Essence uses a clean herbal formula for a complex job!
How to Use Deep Night Essence
Deep Night Essence offers a nature-based, long-term solution to support healthy sleep habits over time. Unlike short-term sleep aids, it won't cause any drowsy side effects the next day!
- Take 2 capsules nightly.
- Looking for a dynamic duo? Pair Deep Night Essence with daily Super Magnesium!
Simplify Your Sleep Routine
Looking for better rest with minimal prep? Three products, amazing sleep.
The 5 Minute Sleep Routine
- Take Super Magnesium three times a day
- Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime.
- Diffuse your favorite sleep-inducing oil (we recommend Peace & Calming, Cedarwood or Mastrante!).
- Then say hello to the deep zzzz's you need!
30 Minutes to Better Rest Routine
- Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime. If possible, turn off all screens at this time! (1 minute)
- Stretch and/or meditate and take Super Magnesium capsules to help calm the nervous system. (6 minutes)
- Lower your body temperature to prepare for rest. (We sleep better when our bodies are cool!) Take a warm bath to boost blood flow to the skin and increase heat loss (bonus for using calming oils like Lavender, Frankincense, or Peace & Calming or the Stress Away Bath Bombs). (20 minutes)
- Fire up your diffuser with calming scents. (3 minutes)
- Drop into bed and rest well, then wake up ready to tackle the day!
And when you're ready to dive into more healthy sleep habits, grab some NingXia Red to add to your supplement routine (a delicious supplement clinically proven to give you better rest, more energy, and better mental clarity!) and an Aroma Connect Wake Up Light Diffuser!
Check out how the 30 Minutes to Better Sleep blog post for more about pairing Deep Night Essence with Super Magnesium (Spotlight).
Learn about everything from convention and create amazing new health habits with the new products released this month!
- DeepSpectra Frankincense2 5 mL
- DeepSpectra Phyto Nutrition
- Inner Boost and Balance
- Super Magnesium
- Lavender Legacy Collection
- Legacy 30 Essential Oil Blend, 10 mL
- AromaConnect LunaMist Plug In Diffuser
- AromaConnect Wake Up Light Diffuser
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Better Sleep Spotlight
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Sleep is a vital part of our health, so when sleep is elusive or hard to maintain things go downhill quickly! As science uncovers more about the importance of sleep, we need daily support in multiple areas, including options we can use long-term without worrying about side effects and drowsiness. And Young Living has delivered for us! Check out these simple, effective tips and routines to achieve better sleep (and therefore better health!).Better Sleep at a Glance
- Two supplements specifically designed to give you the great sleep you need – Deep Night Essence & Super Magnesium
- Option to add on clinically proven NingXia Red for multiple health benefits
- Habits that improve physical, mental, and emotional health
- A simple routine that you can implement immediately
- A safe option for long-term sleep support (melatonin-free)
- Promotes overall well-being and health in general
Background
Sleep is a critical part of our health, both for everyday wellness and when acute needs arise. Getting enough sleep helps reduce inflammation, make it easier to maintain a healthy weight, and improves everything from mental health to memory. Research suggests that quality sleep is vital for clearing toxins, regulating mood, and maintaining your immune system. Sleep is an incredibly important and often overlooked part of our health routine!
As more research has been done on sleep, we have learned that our bodies have a pseudo-lymphatic system that is designed specifically to clear waste and toxins from the brain while also replenishing essential neurotransmitters (dopamine and serotonin, anyone??). It's the glymphatic system, and guess when it is the most active and doing the most work to?? While you sleep!
In fact, many things affect this system – sleep position, alcohol intake, exercise, omega-3 consumption, intermittent fasting and chronic stress all affect the lymphatic system's clearance of waste and toxins.
Deep Night Essence helps us to support this innate system's work and natural sleep cycles, so you can wake up ready to tackle the day!
THEN when you layer on a daily magnesium supplement in the form of Super Magnesium, you are preparing your body to rest well in the evenings.
Why no Melatonin?
Melatonin is typically the first thing we reach for when we need some help with sleep, and while it is a wonderful option, it is not intended for long term use.
Melatonin is naturally produced in our body and is a vital part of our circadian rhythm. It's released to signal to the body that it's time to go to sleep, but it also impacts so much more – body temperature, blood sugar, and blood vessel tone (how constricted or relaxed the blood vessels are at any time). It is actually a really important hormone for our health!
BUT...
We want our bodies to continue making their own melatonin. And when we continue with melatonin long-term, our bodies will begin to make less of it – which is not what we want! So while a good short-term support tool, melatonin isn't intended for long-term use. Which is why the combination of Deep Night Essence and Super Magnesium is a winning combo!
30 Minutes to Better Sleep Routine
- Promote more restful sleep - Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime. If possible, turn off all screens at this time! (1 minute)
- Unwind from daily stressors - Stretch and/or meditate and take Super Magnesium capsules to help calm the nervous system. (6 minutes)
- Lower your body temperature to prepare for rest - (We sleep better when our bodies are cool!) Take a warm bath to boost blood flow to the skin and increase heat loss (bonus for using calming oils like Lavender, Frankincense, or Peace & Calming or the Stress Away Bath Bombs). (20 minutes)
- Create a slumber sanctuary - Fill up your diffuser with calming scents and start diffusing. (3 minutes)
- Drop into bed and rest well, then wake up ready to tackle the day!
And when you're ready to dive into more healthy sleep habits, grab some NingXia Red to add to your supplement routine (a delicious supplement clinically proven to give you better rest, more energy, and better mental clarity!) and an Aroma Connect Wake Up Light Diffuser! This diffuser is our favorite for creating healthy sleep routines. You can choose two oils to diffuse, combine the wonderful effects of aromatherapy, light, sound, and an alarm. Create your own diffusing routine – one oil for the morning (imagine waking up to the uplifting scent of Peppermint) and one for the evening (wind down with relaxing Lavender) OR a combo to use together. There is truly no better way to give your health the gift of sleep!
Need to take a smaller step and make a simple, easy switch to improve your sleep routine? Try this…
The 5 Minute Sleep Routine
- Take Super Magnesium three times a day
- Take 2 Deep Night Essence capsules 30 minutes before bedtime
- Diffuse your favorite sleep-inducing oil (we recommend Peace & Calming, Cedarwood or Mastrante)
- Then say hello to the deep zzzz's you need!
Want to try Deep Night Essence & Super Magnesium but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Copaiba Spotlight
Copaiba is one oil you always want to have on hand. Think of this oil like the Fireman of the toolkit - gentle yet strong, ready to get to work soothing things that need to be soothed. From skin care to muscles to gut health, this little bottle can do so much!
Just a Drop of Copaiba
- Has a calming, earthy aroma that creates a relaxing environment when diffused
- Promotes the appearance of a youthful, radiant glow when applied topically
- Can be massaged into fatigued areas after activity
- Supports overall wellness when taken internally*
- Has a robust, earthy flavor with notes of honey
- Copaiba Vitality has a buttery, delicate flavor
- Pairs well with Peppermint, Spearmint, Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Nutmeg, Orange, and Lemon Vitality oils
Copaiba - The Fireman (words by Courtney Critz)
He is ever on the alert, skilled, protective, strong. He goes quickly through the pathways of your cells seeking out the raging flames and pouring on the calming water of his many anti-inflammatory benefits.
Wherever there is "fire" or inflammation in your body, it is a signal of something going on. An arsonist at work (disease, stress) or a drought in your system that needs to be addressed (lack of nutrients). This can also be the result of foods that you are eating such as refined sugar, modern grains, processed dairy, or other foods that don't work well with your body. Over time this compounds until you have fire raging everywhere and you are experiencing pain, digestive issues, skin eruptions, and brain dysfunctions. Eventually this leads to even more serious problems.
People often think that because they don't have digestive problems, they don't have gut inflammation issues. Not at all true. Gut inflammation shows itself as brain fog, pain in joints, emotional instability, and skin eruptions. It's ALL connected.
Eventually, if root issues aren't addressed, your body is spending all of its energy trying to function despite all the fire raging throughout your system.
Everything is burning and you are so busy dealing with the side effects of the fires, you can't ever get to the actual healing to keep the fires from happening.
You're taking medications to treat the pain, the meds increase the inflammation as your gut is damaged, thereby increasing the pain, leading to more medication for the pain…see the cycle?
We have to find a different way.
We have to find alternatives that can help us put out the fires, keep them out, and not do further damage to our systems. Truly quenching them is going to result in lasting relief and recovery. This will mean finding ways to reduce stress, to eat foods that nourish instead of harming us, and repairing the damage that has already been done to our poor guts.
And we need a hero. We need a Fireman.
BACKGROUND
Copaiba essential oil is steam distilled from the gum resin of the Brazilian Copaifera reticulata tree. Native to the Amazon River Basin, these trees can reach 25−40 feet and can live for up to 400 years. Copaiba resin has been used for various purposes throughout the Amazon region since at least the 16th century. It contains a high percentage of the naturally occurring constituent beta-caryophyllene, making it a great choice to add to skin care products or to use for massage. Copaiba Vitality essential oil provides general wellness support when taken internally. Copaiba and Copaiba Vitality are the same essential oil, simply labeled differently.
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties
- Beta-caryophyllene
- Alpha-humulene
Daily Habits with Copaiba
Add Copaiba to your beauty and self care routine
Use Copaiba in a DIY Toner Roller
- 10 mL roller bottle
- 15 drops each Frankincense, Tea Tree, Manuka, Copaiba and Lavender
- Fill with organic witch hazel
Make a Daily Glow Serum:
- 2 oz glass dropper bottle
- 20 drops each of Frankincense and Copaiba
- Top with your carrier of choice.
- Or simply add one drop each of Frankincense + Copaiba to your palm when you put your carrier oil/moisturizer on your face in the morning or at night
Use Copaiba to soothe sore muscles and tension.
Use for teething little ones. Add a drop to a wooden teether or cloth teether & let them go to town chewing away! Can also be done on a cold or frozen washcloth. Copaiba is gentle enough to use without a carrier oil.
Apply diluted Copaiba and Lavender on the outside of the jawline.
Make this DIY Muscle Balm:
- 15 drops Panaway
- 15 drops Peppermint
- 15 drops Frankincense
- 15 drops Valor or Copaiba
Dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and massage it into muscles after exercise.
Make a ‘Head On' Roller
- 10 mL roller bottle
- 15 drops each Copaiba, Peppermint, Cypress, Lavender, & Frankincense
- Carrier of choice
Roll onto tense or sore areas as needed.
Add 15 drops to 1 cup of magnesium flakes for a soothing soak.
Add Copaiba Vitality to your wellness routine.
Add a drop of Copaiba Vitality to a glass of water or green juice to promote overall wellness.
Mix Copaiba Vitality into herbal tea, such as chamomile or rooibos, to enjoy its complex, soothing flavor.
Take Copaiba Vitality in an empty vegetable capsule to soothe stress - both physical and emotional or to help support sore muscles.
Diffuse
Diffuse Copaiba anytime you want to create a tranquil environment or to add a little ‘earthiness' to a blend.
- Goodnight, Sleep Tight - 3 drops each Copaiba, Lavender, Vetiver, Cedarwood
- Frosted Forest - 3 drops Peppermint + 4 drops Vanilla + 4 drops Copaiba
- Log Cabin - 3 drops Copaiba + 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 3 drops Cedarwood + 2 drops Cypress
- Deck the Halls - 3 drops Copaiba + 3 drops Citrus Fresh + 3 drops Rosemary + 2 drops Spearmint
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
How to use July's
Gifts with Purchase
Are you ready for a month of summer fun, sun-filled days, and intentional self-care?! We sure are and July is filled to the brim with excitement. Summer favorites on sale, free self-care essentials (Stress Away anyone?!) and more are right here at your fingertips!
Stress Away, Lemongrass, and Super C – oh my!! Live your best summer life with some incredible freebies this month! As you gear up for fun with fireworks, food trucks and festivals, these everyday favorites will help you make the most of every sunny moment. Let's simplify this last hurrah of summer and be fully present to enjoy all this season holds, shall we?!
The monthly Gift with Purchase has gotten a simplifying face lift, and it has never been easier to earn incredible freebies that everyone needs, loves and uses every single day.
Simpler order tiers – Now the tier thresholds for free items are simpler. 100, 200, and 300PV orders each earn free gifts! More value – This month the 100PV gift is worth over $40! Previously this tier received free gifts around the $12 mark.
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!
Super C TabletsTry Super C tablets to help support your immune, respiratory, and circulatory functions all winter long. Fortified with rutin, citrus bioflavonoids, minerals, and an array of premium essential oils, Super C supplement works to promote overall health, vitality, and longevity.
Pair Super C with NingXia Red daily for a boost of antioxidants! Add this to your morning routine.
Read all about why you need this supplement to support your immune system during this seasons on this 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.
Stress Away Essential Oil BlendStress Away is like a beach vacation in a bottle - warm and sweet and calming - and is the perfect companion for the summer months. Lime, Vanilla, Copaiba, and Lavender - OH MY!
Use Stress Away in DIY Cleaning products for a warm, inviting scent. Add 20 drops to Thieves Household Cleaner (optional to add 20 drops of Lemon as well).
Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To a 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
- 20 drops each Stress Away & Lavender
- 10 drops each Tangerine & Grapefruit
- Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix
- 25 drops Stress Away
- 10 drops Grapefruit
- splash of witch hazel
- Fill with filtered with water
Take a relaxing Epsom Salt bath with Stress Away. Add 20 drops to 1 cup Epsom Salt and soak in warm water.
Try this Summer Vacation Sugar Scrub.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 2 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 15 drops Stress Away
Combine all the ingredients in a metal or glass container, use in the shower to exfoliate & moisturize.
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe (great after using the sugar scrub listed above):
- 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 1/2 cup shea butter
- 1/8 cup cocoa butter
- 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 20 drops Stress Away
- 15 drops Tangerine & Grapefruit
Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and coconut butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Up your summer vibes with this DIY Mermaid Locks Spray. To a 4 oz spray bottle, add:
- 3 tbsp witch hazel
- 1 tsp hemp seed oil
- 5 drops each Stress Away & Grapefruit
- filtered or distilled water
Shake before use, and spritz then comb through to deeply nourish wet hair.
Make a Sweet Dreams sleep roller:
- 20 drops each Stress Away & Lavender
- 10 drops each Frankincense & Valor
- fill with a carrier oil of choice
Apply over the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
- 1/4 cup pink Himalayan salt
- 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
- 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
- 15 drops Stress Away
- 10 drops Ylang Ylang
- Dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves (optional)
Make this Ultimate Skin Healing Balm.
- To about 1/4 jar of Rose Ointment, add:
- 10 drops Stress Away
- 8 drops Helichrysum
- 8 drops Vanilla
- 6 drops Frankincense
Apply to needed area(s) 2-5 times a day. Frequency and consistency are crucial for these big needs.
Make a simple DIY Roll-on Cuticle Oil. This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve. To an empty 15 mL essential oil bottle with an AromaGlide Roller Fitment, add:
- 1 1/2 tsp V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
- 10 drops Stress Away essential oil blend
Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere
Diffuse this warm, happy oil all month long.
- Simmer Down - 5 drops Stress Away, 3 drops each Valor & Tangerine
- Warm Hug - 4 drops each Grapefuit, Stress Away, & Lavender
- Bakery Treats - 4 drops Stress Away, 3 drops each Cinnamon & Vanilla, 2 drops Nutmeg
- Refreshed - 4 drops Stress Away, 6 drops Thieves
There's even more about Stress Away on this Spotlight blog post.
Lemongrass Essential OilLemongrass is a bright, crisp and fresh, with makes it perfect for springtime and summer. Use this cleansing oil in your skincare routine, your cleaning DIYs and diffuse it all season long.
Place a few drops of Lemongrass on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness: air vents, drawers, shoes, gym bags, rain boots, garbage cans, etc. Or drop Lemongrass directly into areas that need some freshening - rain boots, forgotten laundry, diaper pails, etc.
Use Lemongrass to remove stickers or sticky residue on surfaces. Simply drop onto the surface, allow to sit, then wipe clean.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a crisp, happy aroma to any area of your home.
- 1/2 cup uncooked rice
- 1/4 cup Epsom Salt
- 1 cup dried lavender buds or rose petals (optional)
- muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approx 5" x 4"
- 40-50 drops Lemongrass
Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom Salt, flower buds and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
- 1 cup Epsom Salt
- 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
- 20 drops Lemongrass
- 10 drops Tangerine (optional)
Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make an Herbal Deodorizing Spray for pet beds, upholstered surfaces, car upholstery, etc. To a 4 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 25 drops Lemongrass essential oil
- 15 drops Lavender essential oil
- 10 drops Lemon essentia oil
- Pinch of sea salt or a splash of witch hazel
- Fill with filtered water
Spray lightly onto surfaces to remove unwanted odors.
- 1 cup Epsom Salt
- 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 30 drops Lemongrass (or a mix of desired oils)
To use, add 2-3 tbsp directly to the laundry.
- 25 drops Lemongrass
- splash of witch hazel
- Fill with filtered with water
Upgrade your Kitchen & Bath Scrub with a lemon-y twist! To a glass jar, add:
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 10 drops Lemongrass essential oil
- 1-2 tbsp Thieves Household Cleaner
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of spring to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- splash of witch hazel
- 15 drops of Tangerine
- 10 drops Lavender
- 10 drops Lemongrass
- filtered water
Use Lemongrass to support healthy airways. Mix with coconut oil for a chest rub. Or whip up a DIY Breathe Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
- 20 drops Lemongrass essential oil
- 10 drops Lemon essential oil
- Fill with carrier of choice
Apply it topically to calm everyday skin irritations or use to spot-treat blemishes. Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Lemongrass
- Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Diffuse this purifying oil to help cleanse and freshen your space:
Fresh Laundry - 3 drops each Lemongrass, Lavender, Jade Lemon, & Tangerine
Happy Noses - 4 drops Lemongrass, 3 drops each Lemon & R.C.
Breathe Easy - 4 drops each Lemongrass, Frankincense, & Lavender
Spa Day - 4 drops each Lemongrass & Eucalyptus, 3 drops Peppermint
For more recipes to fully utilize this freebie this month, check out the Lemongrass essential oil 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
July's gifts with Purchase
Stress Away, Lemongrass, and Super C – oh my!! Live your best summer life with some incredible freebies this month! As you gear up for fun with fireworks, food trucks, and festivals, these everyday favorites will help you make the most of every sunny moment. Let's simplify this last hurrah of summer and be fully present to enjoy all this season holds, shall we?!
The monthly Gift with Purchase has gotten a simplifying face lift, and it has never been easier to earn incredible freebies that everyone needs, loves and uses every single day!
Simpler order tiers – Now the tier thresholds for free items are simpler. 100, 200, and 300 PV orders each earn free gifts! More value – You can now fill your cabinets with everyday favorites and seasonal must-haves.
How Does it Work?
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!
July Loyalty Order Discounts - Plus get 15% off THREE of our summer favorite products – NingXia Zyng 12-pack, Lime Vitality essential oil, and Grapefruit Vitality essential oil. This offer is exclusive to July loyalty orders! Simply add the NingXia Zyng, Lime Vitality, and Grapefruit Vitality to your Loyalty Order and the discount will be added. This offer is exclusive to July Loyalty Rewards.
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, 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 July's 'How to Use' blog post. Then welcome in the sun this month with July's Gifts with Purchase. Then get diffusing these Beach Vibes Diffuser Blends & Recipes in July.
Exclusive 15% Off Summer Favorites!Grab these three items on Loyalty Rewards for an exclusive discount.
NingXia Zyng, 12-pack
NingXia Zyng is a refreshing, lightly carbonated drink that combines Ningxia wolfberry puree, pear and blackberry juices, and essential oils with naturally occurring caffeine for an energizing boost. This light, sparkling beverage is ready to go when you are.
NingXia Zyng is a refreshing, lightly carbonated drink that combines Ningxia wolfberry puree, pear and blackberry juices, and essential oils with naturally occurring caffeine for an energizing boost. This light, sparkling beverage is ready to go when you are.
Add Lime or Grapefruit Vitality to your water, to your daily NingXia Red, to dips, dressings, and smoothies, and to your Zyng for a refreshing, bubbly pick me up!
During the month of July
With a Loyalty Rewards order of 100 PV or more, you will a free 15 mL Lemongrass.
LEMONGRASS essential oil, 15 mL
Looking for an easy way to elevate your outdoor living space? Whip up an outdoor spray using 10 drops Lemongrass, 2 ounces witch hazel, and 2 ounces water in a glass spray bottle. Give it a good shake and spritz on your balcony, deck, or porch for an instant burst of fresh, uplifting aroma. Insider tip: Add Citronella essential oil to fend off outdoor annoyances! Lemongrass is also a favorite for cleaning and laundry.
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 ideas below and get Lemongrass, Stress Away, and Super C FOR FREE. PLUS at least 30 points (up to 75!) to use as product credits!
- NingXia Zyng, Lime Vitality & Grapefruit Vitality (15% off!!) – Summer mocktail and energy must-haves! Add Lime or Grapefruit Vitality to your water, to your daily NingXia Red, to dips, dressings, and smoothies, and to your Zyng for a refreshing, bubbly pick me up! (Lime Spotlight & Grapefruit Spotlight)
- Mineral Suncreen – Stock your summer bag now because this incredible sunscreen is a must. It is all natural, safe for all skin types, reef-safe and environmentally friendly, and it WORKS. (Sunscreen Spotlight)
- Simplified Summer Collection – Our current favorite blends for all things summery! Use these oils in your diffuser, for seasonal DIYs, and even for perfumes! (Spotlight #1, Spotlight #2)
- NingXia Red Packets – This daily red drink is a must have in our homes all year round, but it makes a FUN summer staple! Freeze the packets and take them to your pool, beach, or park day. Add NingXia to a sparkling water for an afternoon mocktail. Or create your own summer punch with NingXia at the center! (Spotlight #1, Spotlight #2)
200 PV Orders
With an order of 200 PV or more, you will receive a free 15 mL Stress Away essential oil blend. If your order is a Loyalty Order, you'll receive a free 15 mL Lemongrass essential oil.Wrap up a whirlwind day of family fun by diffusing the relaxing, sweet-citrus scent of Stress Away blend. Then elevate your unwind time by blending a few drops with a carrier oil and adding it to your bath. With Lime, Vanilla, Copaiba, Lavender, Ocotea, and Cedarwood essential oils, it's the perfect recipe for a tranquil evening. This is also one of our favorite summer fragrances for perfume!
For so much more about this relaxing essential oil blend, check out the Stress Away Spotlight blog post.
300 PV Orders
With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a free bottle of Super C Tablets and all of the above!
SUPER C tablets, 90 count
Support your immune system deliciously with our absolute favorite, whole-food vitamin C supplement – Super C Chewable tablets. These tangy tablets combine vitamin C with Orange essential oil, camu camu, acerola cherry, and rose hip fruit powder for powerful antioxidant benefits. As summer brings more outdoor activities and social gatherings, maintaining a healthy immune system is crucial, so you can enjoy every sunny day to the fullest!
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.
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
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
Beach Vibes Diffuser Blends & Recipes
Bring the essence of the beach into your home with these blends that are sure to relax and refresh your senses! Each blend captures the unique and refreshing aromas of the seaside, from the invigorating scent of ocean waves to the calming presence of a serene shoreline. Whether you're looking to relax or energize, these blends will transport you to your favorite coastal retreat!
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.
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
Easy Button
Tropical Breeze- 3 drops Vanilla
- 3 drops Stress Away
- 3 drops Lime
- 3 drops Ylang Ylang
This sweet, exotic blend will whisk you (and your anxious emotions!!) away to a tropical paradise. The creamy blend of warm Vanilla and Copaiba, zesty Lime, and floral Ylang ylang creates a perfectly serene atmosphere – the embodiment of a refreshing tropical escape! This is a great summer blend no matter how you're feeling, but it is a great one to diffuse when you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed!
Ocean Waves- 4 drops Eucalyptus
- 3 drops Lemon
- 2 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Spearmint
Imagine standing at the edge of the ocean with waves crashing at your feet. This invigorating blend of Eucalyptus, mint, and Lavender mimics the fresh, crisp air of the sea, revitalizing your senses and bringing clarity. This is a wonderful choice for a diffuser blend when you need a little pick me up or some help focusing!
Sunny Shore
- 4 drops Beargmot
- 3 drops Jade Lemon
- 2 drops each Sandalwood & Tangerine
Embrace the warmth and brightness of a sunny beach day with this burst of sunshine! The combination of Bergamot, Jade Lemon, Tangerine and Sandalwood creates a sunny, uplifting ambiance that can brighten any room and elevate your mood.
Seaside Citrus
- 3 drops Orange
- 3 drops Grapefruit
- 3 drops Jade Lemon
- 3 drops Cedarwood
Bring the vibrant energy of a coastal citrus grove into your space with this zesty blend. Orange, Grapefruit and Jade Lemon provide a burst of citrusy freshness to uplift the mood and the senses, while Cedarwood adds a grounding, earthy undertone, reminiscent of a walk along the beach. This is a wonderful blend for creating a feeling of grounding and a positive outlook!
Island Getaway- 3 drops Stress Away
- 3 drops Tangerine
- 3 drops Jasmine
- 3 drops Palmarosa
Escape to a serene, stress-free island with this exotic blend. Citrus oils bring a juicy, tropical sweetness, while Jasmine adds a touch of floral elegance, and Palmarosa brings a fresh crispness. This combination makes you feel like you're lounging in a luxurious beach resort – even if you're at the office! These oils are wonderful for uplifting the mood and soothing anxious and overwhelmed feelings.
Coastal Calm
- 3 drops Roman Chamomile
- 3 drops Frankincense
- 3 drops Clary Sage
- 3 drops Lavender
Experience the tranquil and soothing atmosphere of a calm coastal evening with this blend of soothing oils! Chamomile and Frankincense offer relaxation and peace, while Clary sage enhances the blend with its balancing properties, perfect for unwinding after a long day.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
All Things Diffusing
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. This is hands down one of the easiest health habits you can start! And we have you covered right here with everything you need to know.Diffusing at a Glance
- Makes your space smell amazing
- An easy habit for anyone to start at any time
- A great alternative to scented candles and wall plugs (which are full of toxins!)
- Benefits many needs - mood, respiration, focus, immunity, cleansing, sleep and more
- Supports overall health and a low-tox lifestyle
There are three major ways to use essential oils - topically (on the skin), ingesting, and aromatically (diffusing, inhaling from the bottle). We often choose the method of diffusing (or inhaling) over topical or ingesting because it is extremely effective for:
- Emotions
- Mental Support
- Respiratory Support
- Rest & Relaxation
Cliff notes version: Breathing our oils has the potential to make us happier, healthier, and more focused!
What & How of Diffusing
All you need to start diffusing essential oils is a diffuser, a little bit of water, and some Young Living essential oils!
Each diffuser will have a fill line on the inside, so just add water to the fill line, add your oils of choice, replace the lid and turn on the diffuser. Instant transformation! You can place a diffuser virtually anywhere - your home, office, even your car!
- Feeling a little stressed with early morning traffic? Try Peppermint + Stress Away in an USB diffuser that sits right in your vehicle cup holder.
- Need some help calming your thoughts at bedtime? Lavender, Cedarwood & Vetiver are your friends. (Put your diffuser right by your bed!).
- Feeling a little stuffy? Diffuse Raven, Lemon and Frankincense (get extra oomph for diffusing while you shower - oils + steam!).
- Want a festive atmosphere without the toxins in wall plugs and candles? Fire up that diffuser with a seasonal scent! Cinnamon bark, Clove and Orange are great in the fall/winter, and we love Lavender, Lemon and Lime in the spring/summer!
Quick tip! If you don't have a diffuser or have access to a wall plug/USB outlet, grab a tissue, a wooden clothes pin, or some cotton balls and drop a few drops of oil onto them. Place them in an air vent or under a seat in a vehicle or anywhere you can to create a passive diffuser!
Benefits of Aromatherapy
The practice of aromatherapy has been around for centuries and has become an incredibly popular area of study in the last decade. There are countless studies on PubMed about the ways that essential oils can positively impact health areas such as immunity, mood and emotions, sleep, racing thoughts, focus and much more.
Does this sound too good to be true? Are you wondering how breathing in some Lavender can change your mood??
Aromatherapy (breathing in essential oils) sends messages to our brain through our cranial nerves. The olfactory (sense of smell!) cranial nerve ends in the brain right next to the organs of the limbic system - the system that controls mood, emotions and memory. So inhaling oils triggers this area, helping us to rest, reset, and recharge. And diffusing is a great way to get the benefit of these oils for more than one individual! You can play with combinations to find the ones you love and that are the most beneficial to you!
Diffusing FAQs
How long can I diffuse at a time?
We have diffusers going in our home pretty much 24/7! In large, open areas we don't keep track of how long we diffuse. At bedtime we use the intermittent setting on our diffusers and let them run all night long! And if we are diffusing in a room where doors are closed (ie kids bedrooms), we simply add less oils and use the intermittent setting. Don't overthink it!
How many drops do I use?
That will depend on your diffuser! Larger ones that cover more area will require more drops. Here are a few of our favorite diffusers available from Young Living:
- Duet Diffuser - no water needed, simply add the oil bottles of choice!
- Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser- 15-25 drops essential oil, covers about 430 sq. feet
- Desert Mist Diffuser - 8-12 drops essential oil, covers about 320 sq. feet
- Dewdrop Diffuser and Rhinestone Diffuser - 5–8 drops of essential oil, covers approximately 320 sq. ft.)
- Sprout the Puppy Diffuser - 8-20 drops essential oil
- Find info on these and many more of the Young Living diffusers right here.
Do I need to clean my diffuser?
- We do recommend cleaning your diffuser for best results! For the Aria, YL recommends you wipe down after every use with a clean, dry cloth and, as needed, wash the glass bowl either by hand or in the dishwasher. For other diffusers, YL recommends:
- Clean the ultrasonic plate and lid after each use.
- If essential oil begins to build up on the ultrasonic plate, gently wipe it off using a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.
- If essential oil begins to build up on the lid, gently wipe it off using mild soap and water only.
Diffuser Settings
Did you know you can turn the lights on and off and change the colors on the diffusers? Or that the kids' diffusers can also double as a sound machine? Depending on the diffuser simply press the button on the left to cycle through the light options.
Most diffusers also have 1 or 2 intermittent modes, which can be changed by pressing the button on the right to cycle through the options! This is one of our favorite ways to have oils diffusing while we sleep.
Check out the manual that comes with your diffuser or the product links above for specific info on each one!
Want to get started diffusing in your home, office, and car, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Shurtran Spotlight
Shutran is an empowering essential oil blend specially formulated for men to boost feelings of masculinity and confidence. And when men are feeling more masculine and confident…let's just say they become pretty irresistible! This is one oil you want to have in your daily routine.
Shutran at a Glance
- A lovely blend of Idaho Blue Spruce, Ocotea, Ylang Ylang, Hinoki, Cedarwood, Lemon, and Northern Lights Black SpruceHas a grounding, lightly sweet evergreen aroma that makes a wonderful cologne.
- Designed for men to support healthy hormone levels.
- Shutran is infused into a line of personal care products:
Shutran's inspiring aroma appeals to both men and women, making it a wonderful choice for a cologne. BUT Shutran does not contain any synthetic ingredients like conventional colognes. Instead, it is formulated with pure, hormone-supporting essential oils.
Besides smelling wonderful, Shutran is a powerful emotional tool for releasing blocks and promoting feelings of balance. Because it contains Idaho Blue Spruce and other oils, it is well known for its ability to support healthy hormone levels, especially testosterone!
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties
- Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind
- Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
- Camphene - some studies may show that this constituent supports cardiovascular health, may help reduce pain and inflammation, support the body's defenses to fungal infections
Shutran + Testosterone
Shutran was designed specifically for men as a way to naturally support healthy hormone levels. Because it contains Idaho Blue Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Nothern Lights Black Spruce, it is an excellent oil for men to help balance and support testosterone levels.
Conifer oils are effective for reaching the pineal gland of the brain, especially Idaho Blue Spruce. This small but extremely important control switch plays a big role in hormone secretion, and regulation of mood, sleep patterns, and sexual development. Because of this and because of its unique constituent profile, Blue Spruce (and Black Spruce too!) is supportive of maintaining healthy testosterone, growth hormone and other hormone levels. This incredible oil doesn't simply ‘replace' testosterone like conventional options. It supports the body's own production of hormones which is a much better way to approach the need.
Key Ingredients
- Idaho Blue Spruce - You say testosterone, we say Idaho Blue Spruce! This slightly sweet conifer oil is wonderful for providing the body with tools to create healthy testosterone levels.
- Ylang Ylang - Ylang ylang is a wonderful oil for promoting connection and openness in relationships, making Shutran wonderful for promoting intimacy and also for making it smell divine.
- Hinoki - Hinoki essential oil has been used historically for refreshing the soul and is used to create a calm ambiance that can help increase intuitive awareness – something essential for true connection and intimacy!
- Davana - A lesser known, but truly wonderful oil, Davana has an exotic floral aroma that creates an environment of joy and romance. It was traditionally used by Ayurvedic healers to balance the body and spirit. It also smells divine!
- Northern Lights Black Spruce - Northern Lights Black Spruce has a grounding, earthy aroma that feels like walking through a beautiful, quiet forest. This oil enhances and uplifts the spirit and promotes feelings of completeness.
Daily Habits with Shutran
Apply to the wrists, neck, and chest as a daily cologne. Add a roller fitment to the top of the bottle for easy application!
Combine with epsom salts and add to warm bath water for a relaxing bath, or to ease muscles after exercise.
Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
- 15 drops Shutran
- 10 drops Bergamot
- Optional: 10 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
- Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil
Apply to beard and skin and gently massage to keep the hair and skin happy and healthy.
Make a customized cologne roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle add:
- 25 drops Shutran
- 10 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
- 10 drops Bergamot
- 3 drops Ylang Ylang
- Fill with carrier of choice
Make a DIY Massage Oil:
- To a 2 oz pump bottle add:
- 10 drops each Shutran, Idaho Blue Spruce, & Ylang ylang
- 5 drops each Orange & Sensation
- Fill with jojoba oil
Use as massage oil as desired! This is a great combination of oils for fostering emotional connection and intimacy with a spouse.
Make a DIY Pomade:
- In a double boiler melt: 3 Tbsp shea butter (use refined for less scent) + 2 Tbsp beeswax pellets
- In a separate bowl combine 2 Tbsp jojoba oil & 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- Mix well then add in the melted shea butter/beeswax mixture and mix with a hand mixer.
- Add 3-5 drops each Shutran, Idaho Blue Spruce, Rosemary, Cedarwood
Mix well. Pomade will thicken as you mix. Transfer to a jar with an airtight lid.
Store in a cool, dry place and use as desired.
Deeply inhale Shutran and diffuse while you journal, meditate, or visualize different outcomes to past traumatic or difficult experiences.
Apply to the inner thighs before or during intimacy.
Apply topically to desired area, to the bottoms of the feet, or use as needed to support a healthy endocrine system, especially to maintain balanced testosterone.
Apply between large and second toes which is a reflex point for releasing trauma stored in the body. Inhale the oil deeply when performing this exercise.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Northern Lights Black Spruce
Essential Oil Spotlight
Northern Lights Black Spruce (NLBS) is a deep, woodsy oil that is exclusive to the Young Living family and has some wonderful properties! This oil is calming and grounding, brings soothing relief to sore and tense areas, and smells so incredible. it is a household staple for sure!Just a Drop of NLBS
- Has a rich, deep, evergreen aroma that is calming and soothing
- Has a grounding aroma when applied to feet, spine, or neck, making it a great choice for yoga and meditation
- Creates a calming experience when used aromatically and supports healthy sleep
- Helps maintain the appearance of healthy-looking skin when applied topically
- Soothes tense and sore muscles when applied to the skin
Tree oils in general are wonderful for supporting our bodies during times of inflammation. Because they are high in alpha-pinene, they support the body's natural response to injury and stress, allowing our bodies to be soothed and to recover in the face of acute needs. And NLBS is no different! This oil is a great one to grab after a workout, during acute immune system needs, or anytime your body is feeling the effects of inflammation of any kind!
BACKGROUND
Historically, spruce was used by the Lakota Indians to strengthen their ability to communicate with the Great Spirit and was believed to possess the frequency of prosperity. Northern Lights Black Spruce is a wonderful oil to diffuse or apply during prayer and meditation. It can help release emotional blocks and bring about a feeling of balance and grounding, making it a great choice for feelings of stress or anxiousness and for diffusing at bedtime!
NLBS & Emotions
Northern Lights Black Spruce is calming and grounding and wonderful for releasing stored emotions. It can help ease feelings of loss and create a sense of security, much like being out in a forest helps soothe our spirit. NLBS can help to heal emotional trauma, calm the body, relieve anger and simply help life flow better.
This is a great option to diffuse for any kiddos having trouble with transitions, new schools, big changes and are helpful when dealing with emotional trauma and anger.
Our emotional health is directly affected by (and affects) how we feel physically, and Northern Lights Black Spruce can help with immune health! This oil helps the body detox naturally and promote production of leukocytes (white blood cells) which boosts the body's natural defenses.
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties
- Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind.
- Camphene - some studies may show that this constituent supports cardiovascular health, may help reduce pain and inflammation, support the body's defenses to fungal infections.
- Beta-pinene - helps support the adrenal glands, which are responsible for our 'fight or flight' response.
Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil can also be found in: Valor II, Shutran, Harmony, Awaken, Envision, Grounding, R.C., and White Angelica essential oil blends.
Daily Habits with Northern Lights Black Spruce (NLBS)
Use NLBS in your daily wellness and personal care routines.
Diffuse at bedtime to support healthy sleep. NLBS pairs well with lavender, cedarwood, vetiver, frankincense, orange or tangerine.
Add to Geranium and Orange for a wonderfully calming and uplifting perfume or diffuser combination. For a 10 mL roller bottle add about 20 drops of each essential oil and carrier of choice.
Add it to skin care products or apply it topically to help improve the appearance of dry skin or to help maintain the appearance of healthy-looking skin.
Apply on the bottoms of feet, along the spine, back of neck, or use for a deep tissue massage.
Make a simple Muscle Massage Oil:
- 2 oz pump bottle
- 10-15 drops each Copaiba, NLBS, Peppermint or Wintergreen, & Lavender
- Carrier of choice and/or Ortho Ease Massage Oil
Wear this calm and serene scent as a charming cologne or layer it with Lavender or Neroli for an aromatic pick-me-up.
Combine a few drops of Northern Lights Black Spruce with a complementary aroma like Cedarwood or Lavender for a soothing massage.
Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
- 15 drops tree oil of choice
- 10 drops Bergamot
- Optional: 10 drops Shutran or Idaho Blue Spruce
- Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil
- Apply to beard and skin and gently massage to keep the hair and skin happy and healthy.
Make a cologne roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle add:
- 10 drops each Cypress, Bergamot, & Northern Lights Black Spruce
- 5 drops Ylang Ylang
- Fill with carrier of choice
Use NLBS to create a cozy home in the fall, winter and holiday seasons
Make this ‘O Christmas Tree' spray:
- 2 oz glass spray bottle
- Splash of witch hazel
- 10 drops NLBS
- 10 drops Grand Fir or Idaho Blue Spruce (optional)
- 5 drops Orange.
- Use as a room spray, an upholstery spray and/or for fresh or artificial greenery!
Try this Fall Spice Thieves Cleaner
- 16 oz glass spray bottle
- 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner
- 15 drops each Cinnamon Bark & Bergamot
- 10 drops each Peppermint, NLBS, & Stress Away
- Fill with water
- Clean everything!!
DIFFUSE
Arbor Day - 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 3 drops Cedarwood, 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Bergamot
Fresh Snow - 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Peppermint, 2 drops Lime
Goodnight Moon - 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops each Lavender & Tangerine
Volcano Candle - 3 drops each Northern Lights Black Spruce, Grapefruit, & Tangerine, 2 drops Geranium
Romantic Vibes - 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops each Ylang ylang & Tangerine
Want to try Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil but don't know where to start, click here to get started.
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
How to use June's
Gifts with Purchase
Hello June! Summer is fully upon us, and we are ready to ditch the stress and enjoy this season of warmth. There are so many exciting things happening this month, including FREE VALOR, a discount on CBD Muscle Rub, the ‘Your Stress Away Solution' challenge, and more! AND you can find them all right here!
FREE VALOR anyone?!! This month is off to an amazing start (Valor, Black Spruce, and Super B – oh my!), and we are here for it. Let's simplify this summer and be fully present to enjoy all this season holds, shall we?! The monthly Gift with Purchase is getting a simplifying face lift, and it has never been easier to earn incredible freebies that everyone needs, loves and uses every single day!
Simpler order tiers – Now the tier thresholds for free items are simpler. 100, 200, and 300PV orders each earn free gifts! More value – This month the 100PV gift is worth over $40! Previously this tier received free gifts around the $12 mark.
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!
Super B TabletsSuper B is a comprehensive B Vitamin complex contains all eight essential energy-boosting B Vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12). It features Orgen-FA, a natural folate source derived from lemon peels, and methycobalamin, a more bioavailable source of B12. Combined with Nutmeg essential and bioavailable chelated minerals such as magnesium, manganese, selenium, and zinc, Super B not only assists in maintaining health energy levels, but it also supports mood and cardiovascular and cognitive function!
B Vitamins are essential to health and well-being and each B Vitamin performs a unique and separate function in the body. B Vitamins are not stored in the body, so supplementation is critical.
WHO SHOULD USE SUPER B?
- Anyone under stress, as it depletes B vitamins in our bodies
- Anyone who battles candida. Some believe a lack of it causes overgrowth.
- Anyone who needs energy. It nourishes our adrenals and combats fatigue.
- Anyone struggling mentally and emotionally, a deficiency can be linked to many anxious, exhausted, dark feelings and thoughts.
- Anyone who struggles with anemia, is pregnant, or doesn't eat a strong whole food diet. While we DO NOT need folic acid which is all over our processed foods and grains, we do need folate which is what you will find in this whole-food supplement.
Create a daily stress-less protocol:
- Take 2 Super B Tablets in the morning (or one in the morning and one around noon).
- Apply the Adrenal Love (Stress Recovery) Serum over the lower back morning and evening. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
- Organic castor oil
- 25 drops Nutmeg
- 20 drops Clove
- 20 drops Frankincense
- 20 drops Rosemary
- Roll EndoFlex over the front of the throat (thyroid) and lower back (adrenals) morning and evening. Simply add a roller top to the bottle!
- Drink 2-4oz of NingXia Red daily. Make it fun! Mix it up with some kombucha, coconut water and/or sparkling water.
- Consider adding ProgEssence Plus Serum to your routine.
For more whey we love Super B Tablets, check out the Super B Supplement Spotlight blog post.
Northern Lights Black SpruceNorthern Lights Black Spruce is a deep, woodsy oil that is exclusive to the Young Living family and has some wonderful properties! Northern Lights Black Spruce is a wonderful oil to diffuse or apply during prayer and meditation. It can help release emotional blocks and bring about a feeling of balance and grounding, making it a great choice for feelings of stress or anxiousness and for diffusing at bedtime!
Use NLBS in your daily wellness and personal care routines.
Diffuse at bedtime to support healthy sleep. NLBS pairs well with lavender, cedarwood, vetiver, frankincense, orange or tangerine.
Add to Geranium and Orange for a wonderfully calming and uplifting perfume or diffuser combination. For a 10 mL roller bottle add about 20 drops of each essential oil and carrier of choice.
Add it to skin care products or apply it topically to help improve the appearance of dry skin or to help maintain the appearance of healthy-looking skin.
Apply on the bottoms of feet, along the spine, back of neck, or use for a deep tissue massage.
Make a simple Muscle Massage Oil:
- 2 oz pump bottle
- 10-15 drops each Copaiba, NLBS, Peppermint or Wintergreen, & Lavender
- Carrier of choice and/or Ortho Ease Massage Oil
Wear this calm and serene scent as a charming cologne or layer it with Lavender or Neroli for an aromatic pick-me-up.
Combine a few drops of Northern Lights Black Spruce with a complementary aroma like Cedarwood or Lavender for a soothing massage.
Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
- 15 drops tree oil of choice
- 10 drops Bergamot
- Optional: 10 drops Shutran or Idaho Blue Spruce
- Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil
- Apply to beard and skin and gently massage to keep the hair and skin happy and healthy.
Make a cologne roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle add:
- 10 drops each Cypress, Bergamot, & Northern Lights Black Spruce
- 5 drops Ylang Ylang
- Fill with carrier of choice
Use NLBS to create a cozy home in the fall, winter and holiday seasons
Make this ‘O Christmas Tree' spray:
- 2 oz glass spray bottle
- Splash of witch hazel
- 10 drops NLBS
- 10 drops Grand Fir or Idaho Blue Spruce (optional)
- 5 drops Orange.
- Use as a room spray, an upholstery spray and/or for fresh or artificial greenery!
Try this Fall Spice Thieves Cleaner
- 16 oz glass spray bottle
- 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner
- 15 drops each Cinnamon Bark & Bergamot
- 10 drops each Peppermint, NLBS, & Stress Away
- Fill with water
- Clean everything!!
There is so much more to explore with Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil! Read the details on this blog post.
Valor Essential Oil Blend
Valor essential oil blend features Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, and Geranium and was formulated based on historical writings about Roman soldiers who were said to apply plant extracts and botanicals to instill feelings of courage and confidence before going into battle.
- Apply Valor to the bottoms of your feed and/or the back of your neck to unwind before bed.
- Apply it to the back of your neck for an aroma that inspires feelings of confidence.
- Refresh throughout the day by directly inhaling Valor or massaging it onto your neck, chest, or hands and wrists.
- Apply over the back and muscles to enhance massage or chiropractic adjustments.
- Diffuse and/or wear Valor as a perfume or cologne during work, school, or stressful moments.
- Add to diffuser jewelry to provide emotional support throughout the day. This is a great practice for kids with school day or other butterflies.
Make a Sweet Dreams rollerball. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 20 drops each Lavender, Cedarwood, Valor, & Tangerine
- fill with a carrier of choice
Apply over the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Make a Keep Calm & Shine On rollerball for a daily perfume:
- 20 drops Valor, Bergamot, Tangerine, & Grapefruit
- fill with a carrier of choice
Make a Unicorn Rollerball for emotional support:
- 20 drops each Valor, Joy, Bergamot, Patchouli, & Stress Away
- Fill with a carrier of choice
Make a simple cologne roller or spray with Valor. Other great additions include: Idaho Blue Spruce, Bergamot, Cedarwood, & Northern Lights Black Spruce.
Add 5 drops of Valor to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin or relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
- 20 drops Valor essential oil blend
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops Cypress essential oil
- Fill with carrier of choice
Make this Empowering Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
- 1/4 cup pink Himalayan salt
- 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
- 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
- 5 drops Ylang Ylang
- 10 drops Valor
- 10 drops Tangerine
- Dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves (optional)
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
- 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 1/2 cup shea butter
- 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 20 drops Frankincense
- 25 drops Valor
Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil and shea butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Harness the power of Valor in this blend and make a DIY Facial Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
- 30 drops Valor
- 10-15 drops each Frankincense or Elemi, Cedarwood (for dry skin), Geranium (for brightening) & Manuka
- Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (more than just hands!).
- 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
- 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
- 1 tbsp shea butter
- 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 40 drops essential oils - Valor, Elemi, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination. (For a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce.)
Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Check out these other essential oil combinations of the Hand Salve from November, December, January, and February.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak. Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
- 1 cup ground oats
- 1/4 cup powdered milk of choice (whole milk, coconut milk, goat milk)
- 1 tbsp liquid Castile soap
- 2 tsp Vitamin E oil
- 15 drops Valor
- 5 drops Elemi or Frankincense
- 5 drops Helichrysum (optional)
Sit and soak for 30 minutes or as long as desired.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap.
- 2 lb melt and pour soap base
- 1/2 cup powdered goat milk
- 2 tbsp organic raw honey
- 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
- 60 drops essential oils of choice (Valor, Cedarwood, Lavender - alone or in combination)
- Soap molds
- Dried flowers (optional)
Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler.
Step 2 - Whisk in remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Let sit overnight.
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak. Mix all together and add to your bath water with the ACV.
- 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
- 1/4 cup ground oats
- 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
- 10 drops each Valor, Cedarwood and Lavender essential oils
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub.
- 2 tbsp organic sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 3 drops Peppermint
- 5 drops Valor
Mix ingredients well then rub onto your feet. Wrap your feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer, if desired.
Use Valor to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a grounding woodsy scent.
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
- 30 drops of essential oils of choice
- water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
- Silicon mold
Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Diffuse this woodsy blend any time of day:
Goodnight Moon - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Tangerine & Frankincense
Moon & Stars - 3 drops each Valor, Patchouli, Lavender & Tangerine
Calm & Collected - 5 drops each Valor & Stress Away
Blueberry Pie - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Cinnamon Bark & Vanilla
Winter Sleep - 4 drops Valor, 3 drops each Cedarwood & Lavender
There is so much more to explore with this powerhouse blend. Read the details on the Valor essential oil blend 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
June's gifts with Purchase
FREE VALOR anyone?!! This month is off to an amazing start (Valor, Black Spruce, and Super B – oh my!), and we are here for it. Let's simplify this summer and be fully present to enjoy all this season holds, shall we?! The monthly Gift with Purchase is getting a simplifying face lift, and it has never been easier to earn incredible freebies that everyone needs, loves and uses every single day!
Simpler order tiers – Now the tier thresholds for free items are simpler. 100, 200, and 300PV orders each earn free gifts! More value – This month the 100PV gift is worth over $40! Previously this tier received free gifts around the $12 mark.
How Does it Work?
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!
Plus get 15% off two of our favorite products – SleepEssence and CBD Muscle Rub! Simply add the SleepEssence supplement and the 10-pack of CBD Muscle Rub Tins to your Loyalty Order and the discount will be added. This offer is exclusive to June loyalty orders!
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, 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 June's 'How to Use' blog post. Then welcome in the sun this month with June's Gifts with Purchase. Then get diffusing these Picnic and Poolside Diffuser Recipes in June.
Exclusive 15% Off Summer Favorites!Grab these two items on Loyalty Rewards for an exclusive discount.
SleepEssence Supplement
SleepEssence is a wonderful supplement for helping the body relax into its natural, restful sleep rhythm. It contains many sleep-supporting essential oils as well as melatonin to help you fall asleep and sleep well!
SleepEssence is a wonderful supplement for helping the body relax into its natural, restful sleep rhythm. It contains many sleep-supporting essential oils as well as melatonin to help you fall asleep and sleep well!
This is a crowd favorite for sure! From the mamas chasing kids all day to the dedicated athlete to those wanting relief from arthritis or muscle pain, so many individuals are loving the CBD muscle rub. And these small tins make it SO easy to pack it along with you wherever you go!
During the month of June
With a Loyalty Rewards order of 100 PV or more, you will a free 5 mL Valor!!! Such an incredible gift this month.
VALOR essential oil blend, 5 mL
Valor is a HUGE fan favorite – stress, sleep, balance, soothing emotions – and it smells amazing. Valor blends Frankincense, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, Camphor Wood, and Geranium and was formulated based on writings about Roman soldiers who applied plant extracts to instill feelings of courage and confidence before going into battle. It is an incredible blend and one of Young Living's most popular oils!!
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 ideas below and get Valor, Black Spruce, and Super B tablets FOR FREE. PLUS at least 30 points (up to 75!) to use as product credits!
- SleepEssence (15% off! on Loyalty Orders) – Oh the life changing magic of sleep! When sleep feels elusive or you need some help getting those deep Zzzs, this supplement will be your best friend! (Spotlight)
- CBD Muscle Rub Tins (15% off! on Loyalty Orders) – Take the cool, sweet relief of our beloved CBD Muscle Rub with you wherever you go this summer! These tins are small and so easy to tote around – or to share! (Spotlight)
- Mineral Suncreen – Stock your summer bag now because this incredible sunscreen is a must. It is all natural, safe for all skin types, reef-safe and environmentally friendly, and it WORKS. (Sunscreen Spotlight)
- Premium Starter Bundle – the OG for a reason, this kit has everything you need to join us in the Stress Solution challenge this month. It's all our favorites in one place! (Spotlight)
- Simplified Summer Collection – Our current favorite blends for all things summery! Use these oils in your diffuser, for seasonal DIYs, and even for perfumes! (Spotlight #1, Spotlight #2)
- NingXia Red Packets – This daily red drink is a must have in our homes all year round, but it makes a FUN summer staple! Freeze the packets and take them to your pool, beach, or park day. Add NingXia to a sparkling water for an afternoon mocktail. Or create your own summer punch with NingXia at the center! (Spotlight #1, Spotlight #2)
200 PV Orders
With an order of 200 PV or more, you will receive a free 5 mL Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil. If your order is a Loyalty Order, you'll receive a free 5 mL Valor essential oil blend.Northern Lights Black Spruce (NLBS) is a deep, woodsy oil that is exclusive to the Young Living family and has some wonderful properties! This oil is calming and grounding, brings soothing relief to sore and tense areas, and smells so incredible. This oil is a great one to grab after a workout, during acute immune system needs, or anytime your body is feeling the effects of inflammation of any kind! It is a household staple for sure!
300 PV Orders
With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a free bottle of Super B Tablets and all of the above!
Super B is one of our daily must-haves! This B complex supplement is great for maintaining healthy energy levels, supporting mood, and maintaining cardiovascular and cognitive function. Our current lifestyles often leave our adrenal system (our fight or flight response) on overdrive, and B vitamins are a great way to give them some love on a daily basis.
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.
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
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
Rosemary Essential Oil Spotlight
Rosemary has an earthy, sweet, herbaceous scent that is familiar and welcoming, but many people aren't aware that this oil is a powerhouse! Inhaling rosemary can help overcome mental fatigue, improve mental clarity and focus, ease anxiety and enhance analytic ability. Rosemary is a key player in our beloved Thieves blend and has been burned for centuries as incense to ward off sickness. To say we love this oil is an understatement! Just a Drop of Rosemary
- Has a crisp, invigorating, herbal aroma that pairs well with most other oils
- Promotes shiny, healthy-looking hair
- Cleansing and purifying
- Helps create an environment conducive to work or study
- Supports the immune system and overall wellness
- Contains antioxidants
BACKGROUND
Native to the Mediterranean and Asia, rosemary derives its name from the Latin words “ros” and “marinus,” or “dew of the sea.” An evergreen shrub in the mint family, Rosemary grows abundantly in rocky coastal regions. Rosemary essential oil has an invigorating aroma that can be used to create an environment conducive to work or study. It is often included in soaps, fragrances, shampoos, and household cleaners and is a key ingredient in the Thieves essential oil blend. Rosemary is highly supportive of the immune, respiratory and cardiovascular systems and is often used to support healthy blood pressure.
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties
- Eucalyptol - eucalyptol has a distinctive, fresh aroma that has a calming effect on the user when applied in aromatherapy. Research shows that eucalyptol may have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and neuroprotective effects. It may also act as a bronchodilator, supporting airway opening.
- Camphor - known for its medicinal aroma, camphor has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for its cleansing properties and was used as a fumigant during the plague era. This constituent may provide antibacterial anti-inflammatory and skin supporting properties.
- Alpha-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind.
Rosemary & Emotions
Rosemary can be an incredible health tool when it comes to emotional support! Not only does this herbaceous oil help with mental clarity and focus, it is supportive of the immune system as well. And our immune system is highly linked to our emotional state!
Think about it. When you feel something coming on you are often more easily agitated, feel low energy and even depressed. When we begin to fall below the wellness line it affects us physically, yes, but also spiritually, emotionally, mentally. The opposite is true as well. When we are feeling the negative side of emotions, our immune systems need some support. Feelings of Vulnerable, Exhausted, Unfocused, Uncertain and Run Down are a great time to grab your Rosemary!
One simple way to help with this… keep your bottle of Rosemary beside the bed. When you wake in the morning feeling sluggish, unwilling to start the day, uncertain of what is ahead, take a deep breath of Rosemary. To promote Clarity, dilute and rub over the throat or over the liver.
Daily Habits with Rosemary & Rosemary Vitality
Note: Rosemary and Rosemary Vitality Essential Oil are the same oil; Rosemary Vitality is labeled for ingestion but is the same product.
Add Rosemary Vitality to your dressings, sauces, marinades and infused oils for cooking! Use 1 drop of Rosemary Vitality to replace 1 teaspoonful of dried herb.
Add Rosemary Vitality and olive oil to an empty vegetable capsule and use as a dietary supplement to support healthy circulation, cleansing and cardiovascular health.
Make this DIY Adrenal Love Serum to support the endocrine and adrenal systems (stress response!). To a 2 oz dropper bottle add:
- 10-20 drops each Rosemary, Clove, & Nutmeg.
- Fill with castor oil
Apply over the lower back daily before bed OR morning and evening.
Use Rosemary in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home. Add 20 drops to Thieves Cleaner (option to add 20 drops of Lemon as well).
Use in laundry: on wool dryer balls, add to Thieves Laundry Soap
Use Rosemary to make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with airtight lid, add
- 1.5 cup salt Epsom Salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 30 drops Rosemary (or mix Rosemary and Eucalyptus)
Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make this Freshen Up Thieves Cleaner recipe:
- 16 oz glass spray bottle
- 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
- 10 drops each Eucalyptus Radiata & Rosemary
- 20 drops Grapefruit
- Filtered water
Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Rosemary. Add 20 drops to 1 cup epsom salt and soak in warm water.
Combine 1 drop of Rosemary with 4 drops carrier, dip a cotton ball in the solution and apply to a freshly washed face to help cleanse.
Apply over the heart daily for cardiovascular support.
Add 10-15 drops of Rosemary to your shampoo and conditioner for a healthy scalp and hair. Also try this Rosemary Mint Hair Mask:
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 10 drops Rosemary
- 5 drops Peppermint
- Optional: 5 drops Cedarwood (great for growth)
Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil:
- 4 oz pump bottle
- 20 drops Rosemary essential oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops Cypress essential oil
- Carrier of choice
Give your tired feet some love with this Rosemary Peppermint Foot Scrub
- 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp of Honey
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 3 drops Rosemary
- 2 drops Peppermint (optional)
Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Diffuse
Diffuse Rosemary during work, homework or school times or when feeling overwhelmed or scattered for a refreshing aroma that supports focus and creativity. Pair Rosemary with other crisp oils like Peppermint and Eucalyptus or other respiratory support oils to open airways, with other immune supportive oils like Lemon, Raven, RC, and Frankincense as needed, and with calming oils like Lavender or citrus oils like Lime, Bergamot and Lemon.
- Crisp Breeze - 3 drops each Rosemary, Lime, Grapefruit, Bergamot
- Aveda - 4 drops each Rosemary, Lemon, Eucalyptus Radiata
- Focused - 5 drops Rosemary, 3 drops each Lemon, Tangerine
- Herbal Remedy - 4 drops Rosemary, 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Basil, 3 drops Grapefruit
- Work It - 3 drops each Rosemary, Citrus Fresh, Peppermint, Orange
- Happy Hippie - 4 drops each Rosemary, Stress Away, Lemon
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
Moms, Grads, & Brides Diffuser Blends
Bring the feminine energy of warmth, joy, and a spirit of positivity with these inspired blends! Whether you're celebrating a mom, a grad, or a bride, you will find the perfect blend right here!
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.
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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Bride-to-Be- 4 drops Lavender
- 3 drops each Stress Away & Jade Lemon
- 2 drops Geranium
Skip the jitters of a big day with this soothing, uplifting blend! Lavender is the ultimate in calming, and when added to Stress Away, it is wonderfully soothing! Jade Lemon brings a bit of citrus brightness, and Geranium adds floral notes. This blend is a wonderful choice for a daily fragrance!
Eternal Love- 4 drops Ylang Ylang
- 3 drops each Rose or Geranium, & Cedarwood
Invite in all the romantic feelings with this blend of floral favorites that is grounded with a bit of Cedarwood! Rose is the quintessential oil for love, symbolizing love and compassion and evoking feelings of tenderness and care. Ylang ylang has been used in weddings for centuries! This slightly sweet oil enhances feelings of intimacy and emotional connection, and when paired with the grounding, comforting strength of Cedarwood, you have a lovely, love-filled blend!
Feminine Energy
- 4 drops each Jasmine, Neroli, & Vanilla
Bring the feminine energy with floral, uplifting Jasmine, sweet, citrusy Neroli, and comforting, warm Vanilla. This blend smells incredible, guides the emotions towards safe connection, and uplifts the spirits!
Graduation Day
- 4 drops Grapefruit
- 3 drops each Northern Lights Black Spruce & Davana
Settle into all the feelings of a new chapter with this blend! Grapefruit is bright, fresh, and uplifting to the spirits. Northern Lights Black Spruce is woodsy and grounding (which is important for big life events!), and Davana is wonderfully supportive to the emotions. With the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with a big day or event, this blend is a wonderful support tool!
Motherhood Moments- 3 drops Joy
- 4 drops Lemon
- 3 drops Tangerine
Motherhood is a beautifully full journey of joy, bittersweet moments, and many things in between. Celebrate those moments with this sweet, uplifting blend! Joy is a wonderful, lightly floral blend for the emotions, and when paired with the encouraging scent of citrus, it is so lovely! Tangerine and Lemon are both bright and happy, yet calming to the mind. Try this blend anytime of day!
Cocoon of Comfort
- 4 drops Vanilla
- 3 drops Patchouli
- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Grapefruit
This blend is comforting and warm, like a big hug from someone you love! Vanilla is such a comforting oil, reminiscent of a mother's embrace and unconditional love. Patchouli is grounding and nurturing, providing a sense of security and stability, and Lavender is soothing and relaxing. A bit of Grapefruit rounds out this blend with a bit of brightness!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
How to use May's
Gifts with Purchase
Hello May! Flowers are blooming, sunshine is shining, and summer is on the horizon. We are welcoming this new month with open arms as we celebrate the graduates, celebrate some of the women in our lives, and hold space for all of the emotions that this season can bring. We are SO excited to receive some feminine favorites for FREE this month!
Ylang ylang, Patchouli, and Progessence Plus – oh my – plus Rosemary and Lavender Lip balm (a must have for puffy eyes and sore noses from allergy season!). PLUS a discount on two summer must-haves for Loyalty orders!
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!
Ylang Ylang Essential OilYlang Ylang is THE oil for love and connection! Meaning flower of flowers, Ylang Ylang essential oil has a sweet, romantic aroma and was historically to adorn a newly married couple's bed on the wedding night. Known for reducing stress, some find it beneficial for blood pressure regulation and other symptoms of high stress.
- This floral, balanced oil promotes openness and connection, encourages confidence and inspires romance. Add Ylang Ylang to a bath soak, a perfume roller or diffuse it all month long.
- Diffuse Ylang Ylang for emotional support, particularly when battling low self-esteem and confidence. Pair it with citrus oils like Tangerine and Lemon or with grounding oils like Northern Lights Black Spruce.
Diffuse Ylang Ylang at night to remove emotional blocks and set the mood in the bedroom for intimacy. Try this Date Night Blend:
- 5 drops Ylang Ylang
- 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
- 3 drops Tangerine
Apply to the wrists for a stabilizing, peaceful energy and a lovely perfume.
Add a few drops of unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.
Add Ylang Ylang to your daily moisturizer to support radiant skin. Try this DIY Beauty Serum. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
- 10 drops Ylang Ylang
- 10 drops Frankincense
- 10 drops Geranium
- Jojoba or argan oil
Add to a shampoo or create a hair spray or mask to promote thick, glossy hair. They this DIY Hair Mask:
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 10 drops Ylang Ylang
- 5 drops Cedarwood
Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
Apply over the heart to reduce stress and encourage healthy blood pressure.
Try this Don't Worry, Be Happy roller blend. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
- 10 drops each - Peace & Calming, Joy, Ylang Ylang and Orange
- fill with carrier oil
- Roll onto your wrists, heart, and neck as often as desired
Indulge in this DIY Foot Bath Soak for a little TLC.
- 1/3 cup Epsom salt
- 4 drops Peppermint
- 3 drops Thieves
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang
- 1 drop each Tea Tree, Elemi, or Frankincense
- 1-2 tsp AlkaLime
Step 1 - Combine Epsom salt and essential oils in a small glass container with a lid.
Step 2 - Pour the mixture in your bathtub or a foot basin, adding enough warm water to cover your feet.
Step 3 - Stir the mixture in the water until the salt dissolves. Add AlkaLime and stir until dissolved.
Step 4 - Soak your feet for 20-30 minutes.
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
- 1/4 cup pink Himalayan salt
- 1/4 cup magnesium flakes
- 2 tbsp sweet almond oil
- 5 drops Ylang Ylang
- 5 drops Geranium or Joy
- 10 drops Lavender
- Dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves (optional)
Winter skin needing a little love? Whip up this Ylang Ylang Salt Scrub:
- 1/2 cup pink Himalayan salt
- 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
- 1/3 cup Apricot Kernel Oil
- juice of 1 fresh lemon
- 15 drops of Ylang Ylang essential oil
Store in an airtight container. Gently rub onto winter skin to exfoliate and rinse off.
Make a refreshing room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 20 drops Ylang Ylang
- 10 drops Grapefruit
- splash of witch hazel
- fill with filtered with water
Whip up this simple DIY Linen Spray to bring a bit of floral whimsey to linens and upholstered surfaces. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- splash of witch hazel
- 15 drops of Ylang Ylang
- 10 drops Lavender
- 10 drops Tangerine
- filtered water
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a glass jar, add:
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup salt
- 20 drops Ylang Ylang
- 20 drops Lemon or Lavender
Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 m minutes before vacuuming.
Add to your Thieves Cleaner for a fresh, floral twist. Try this Spring Garden Thieves Cleaner. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
- 10 drops each Lemon, Grapefruit, Euclayptus
- 20 drops Ylang Ylang
- filtered water
Use Ylang Ylang to make DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts with a fresh, floral scent.
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup Epsom Salt
- 30 drops of essential oils of choice
- water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
- Silicon mold
Step 1 - Pour the baking soda and Epsom salt into a mixing bowl.
Step 2 - Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water.
Step 3 - Add essential oils of your choice and mix well.
Step 4 - Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight.
Step 5 - Remove and store in an airtight container.
To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Diffuse this fresh, floral oil with citrus or tree oils ours it to add sweet notes to your favorite diffuser blends.
- Lushious Lemon - 2 drops each Ylang Ylang, Lemon, Eucalyptus Globulus, Lemon Myrtle, Spearmint + 1 drop Cinnamon Bark
- Pretty Woman - 5 drops Stress Away + 3 drops each Ylang Ylang, Northern Lights Black Spruce
- Citrus Shine - 5 drops Grapefruit + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 2 drops Eucalyptus
- Feeling Fine - 6 drops Christmas Spirit + 2 drops Orange + 1 drop Ylang Ylang
- Marshmallow Latte - 4 drops Stress Away + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 2 drops Nutmeg + 1 drop Cassia
ProgEssence Plus SerumProgessence Plus is our favorite hormone support serum! It's is made with natural, bio-identical progesterone from wild yam to help balance hormones, promote well-being and feelings of relaxation, harmony, and balance.
A blend of USP-grade, super-micronized progesterone from wild yam, essential oils and vitamin E, Progessence Plus is made to help women find balance the way nature intended. This crowd favorite serum contains pure frankincense, bergamot, and peppermint essential oils. Wild yams are said to help normalize blood sugar levels, combat weight gain and hair loss, and help reduce the occurrence of hormonal headaches. This incredible combination has so many wonderful benefits.
Read more about this serum:
Patchouli essential oilUse Patchouli as a natural alternative to conventional deodorant!
Either apply directly, dilute with jojoba oil and apply (this 30 mL roller bottle makes application easy) or apply after using apple cider vinegar to cleanse the area.
Add Patchouli to your skincare routine - it's great for winter skin. Make this Happy Hippie Body Butter.
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup pure organic shea butter
- 1/8 cup cocoa butter
- 1 Tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 20 drops Patchouli essential oil
- 20 drops Tangerine essential oil
- 20 drops Sacred Mountain essential oil blend
Whip coconut oil and shea butter with a handheld or stand mixer until light and fluffy, slowly mix in essential oils until combined. Store in a glass jar with an airtight lid.
- 25 drops each Patchouli, Tangerine, & Lavender
- Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix.
Spray onto linens, pjs, stuff animals, etc.
Make a Sweet Dreams sleep roller:
- 20 drops each Lavender, Stress Away, & Patchouli
- 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 this Bedtime Bath Soak for a spa-inspired evening routine.
- ¼ cup pink Himalayan salt
- ¼ cup magnesium flakes
- 2 Tbsp sweet almond oil
- 10 drops Patchouli
- 10 drops Orange
- Optional: dried lavender, rose buds or eucalyptus leaves
Try this Wind Down Foot Scrub as a treat for tired feet before bed:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 2 tbsp Vitamin E oil
- 10 drops Patchouli
- 5 drops Lavender
Combine all ingredients in a metal or glass container, use in the shower to exfoliate & moisturize!
Try this DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (not just hands!)
- ½ cup Organic Olive Oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
- ½ cup organic arnica oil
- Tbsp shea butter
- 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
- 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles
- 40 drops essential oils: Patchouli, Frankincense, Lavender, Cedarwood alone or in combination. Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak! Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
- 1 cup organic ground oats
- ¼ cup organic powdered milk (or coconut milk) (or goat milk)
- 1 Tbsp liquid castile soap
- 2 tsp Vitamin E oil
- 15 drops Patchouli
- 5 drops Elemi or Frankincense
- (Optional) 5 drops Helichrysum
Sit and soak for 30 minutes or as long as desired.
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
- Soap molds
- 60 drops essential oils (Patchouli, Tangerine, Cedarwood, Lavender, alone or in combo!)
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.
Add Patchouli to your favorite roller blends for a woodsy aroma that calms & grounds:
Tension Melter - Patchouli + Peppermint
Glow Up - Patchouli, Frankincense, Blue Tansy (a skincare favorite)
It's a Vibe - Patchouli, Jasmine, Bergamot (a great perfume roller)
Make a cozy Autumn room spray with Patchouli and other tree oils. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle add:
- 25 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
- 15 drops Patchouli
- 15 drops Tangerine (optional)
- 10 drops Cinnamon Bark
- A splash of witch hazel
- FIll with distilled water
Diffuse this warm, grounding oil all month long:
Zen Space - 3 drops Patchouli, 4 drops each Sacred Mountain & Tangerine, 2 drops Lime
Autumn Forest - 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Frankincense
Sleep Tight - 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Frankincense, 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Valor
Autumn Picnic - 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Tangerine, 1 drops Clove, 2 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 2 drops Bergamot
Worry Less - 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Valor
Rosemary Essential Oil
An evergreen shrub in the mint family, Rosemary grows abundantly in rocky coastal regions. Rosemary essential oil has an invigorating aroma that can be used to create an environment conducive to work or study. It is often included in soaps, fragrances, shampoos, and household cleaners and is a key ingredient in the Thieves essential oil blend.
Use Rosemary in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home.
- Add 20 drops to Thieves Household Cleaner (optional to add 20 drops of Lemon as well)
- Add to a room spray (see recipes above)
- Use in laundry - on wool dryer balls, add Thieves Laundry Soap
- Add Rosemary to the DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray recipe above
Use Rosemary to make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with an airtight lid, add:
- 1.5 cup salt Epsom salt
- 1/2 cup baking soda
- 30 drops Rosemary (or mix Rosemary with Eucalyptus)
Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
To use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Make this Freshen Up Thieves Cleaner recipe. To a 16 oz glass spray bottle, add:
- 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
- 10 drops each Eucalyptus Radiata and Rosemary essential oil
- 20 drops Grapefruit essential oil
- filtered water
Take a relaxing Epsom salt bath with Rosemary. Add 20 drops to 1 cup Epsom salt and soak in warm water.
Add Rosemary to your shampoo and conditioner for a healthy scalp and hair. Also try this Rosemary Mint Hair Mask:
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 10 drops Rosemary essential oil
- 5 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 5 drops Cedarwood essential oil (optional) - great for hair growth
Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to relax tired muscles.
Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
- 20 drops Rosemary essenital oil
- 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops Cypress essential oil
- A carrier of choice
Give your tired feet some love with this Rosemary Peppermint Foot Scrub.
- 2 tbsp organic sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 3 drops Rosemary essential oil
- 2 drops Peppermint essential oil (optional)
Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Diffuse Rosemary during work, homework, or school times for a refreshing aroma that supports focus and creativity. Pair Rosemary with other crips oils like Peppermint and Eucalyptus, calming oils like Lavender or citrus oils like Lime, Bergamot and Lemon.
- Crisp Breeze: Rosemary, Lime, Grapefruit, Bergamot
- Aveda: Rosemary, Lemon, Eucalyptus Radiata
- Focused: Rosemary, Lemon, Tangerine
- Herbal Remedy: Rosemary, Lavender, Basil, Grapefruit
Lavender Lip BalmA daily must have! This is our favorite lip balm, and it doubles as a carrier stick when in a pinch! Apply to lips, cheeks, noses, any part of the skin that needs a little TLC. We like to keep one in our bag, one by the bed and one in the bathroom.
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
may's gifts with Purchase
Hello, May! Flowers are blooming, sunshine is shining, and summer is on the horizon. We are welcoming this new month with open arms and are SO excited to receive some feminine favorites for FREE this month!
Ylang ylang, Patchouli, and Progessence Plus – oh my – plus Rosemary and Lavender Lip balm (a must have for puffy eyes and sore noses from allergy season!). PLUS a discount on two summer must-haves for Loyalty orders!
How Does it Work?
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!
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, 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 May 'How to Use' blog post. Pamper yourself this month with May's Gifts with Purchase. Then get diffusing these Moms, Grads & Brides Diffuser Recipes in May.
Exclusive 15% Off Summer Favorites!Grab these two items on Loyalty Rewards for an exclusive discount.
- Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
Don't sweat summer fun in the sun with Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50! This sunscreen offers powerful, reef-safe sun protection that's free from harsh chemicals. Free of greasy residue, Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is great for children and adults, so the whole family can enjoy the great outdoors.
- Lavaderm After-Sun Spray
Did you miss a spot with your sunscreen? Use Lavaderm After-Sun Spray to help soothe, cool, and moisturize the itching and pain that comes with that pesky sunburn. It is also amazing for cuts, scrapes, and bites. This is one product that we keep in our first aid kit all year long!
During the month of May
With a Loyalty Rewards order of 100 PV or more, you will a free Lavender Lip Balm.
Lavender Lip Balm locks in moisture for long-lasting hydration while maintaining youthful-looking lips with the antioxidant power of vitamin. Bonus? It is so very soothing to chapped cheeks, noses (hello too many tissues!), and eyes that have been suffering from allergies!
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 ideas below and get Ylang ylang, Progessence Plus, Patchouli, Rosemary and a Lavender Lip Balm FOR FREE. PLUS at least 30 points (up to 75!) to use as product credits!
- Mineral Suncreen (15% off on Loyalty orders!!!) – Stock your summer bag now because this incredible sunscreen is a must. It is all natural, safe for all skin types, reef-safe and environmentally friendly, and it WORKS. (Sunscreen Spotlight)
- LavaDerm After Sun Spray (15% off on Loyalty orders!!!) – Another must-have for your summer bag, this after sun spray is gentle but effective for skin that is sun-kissed and warm and even more healing for skin that has seen a bit too much sun!
- Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend – THE oil blend to diffuse for all things Spring and Summer! (Oil Spotlight)
- Premium Starter Bundle – the OG for a reason, this kit has everything you need to join us in the Stress Solution challenge this month. It's all our favorites in one place! (Spotlight)
- Make a Shift Daily Wellness Kit – everything you need for nutrient-dense health goodness! It is a starter pack of the fan-favorite, super nutritious NingXia Red (daily wellness!) and NingXia Nitro (kick the brain fog) wolfberry drinks, as well two of the most popular citrus oils (Orange and Lime) so you can give your everyday wellness a jumpstart. (Spotlight)
190 PV Orders
With an order of 190 PV or more, you will receive a free 15 mL Patchouli essential oil. If your order is a Loyalty Order, you'll receive a free 15 mL Rosemary essential oil and all of the above.PATCHOULI essential oil, 15 mL
Free spirits all agree: Patchouli essential oil's rich, earthy, grounding aroma invites peace. Combine it with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex to improve the appearance of dry skin. Diffuse it with ylang ylang for a distinctly bougie hippie vibe!
ROSEMARY essential oil, 15 mLGet down to business with this hardworking herb! Rosemary essential oil features a fresh, invigorating herbal aroma that invites a work- or study-conducive environment. Add it to your hair care products for healthy-looking hair or combine it with massage oils for an after-workout rubdown you won't forget! Plus, it is amazing for the lymphatic system!
Note: Loyalty Orders only
250 PV Orders
With a 250 PV order or more, you will receive a free 15 mL Progessence Plus Serum and all of the above.
PROGESSENCE PLUS SERUM, 15 mL
It's all pluses, no minuses! Progessence Plus Serum boasts natural, bioidentical progesterone from wild yams, moisturizing dry, aging skin for a soft, smooth, and comfortable feeling. It is natural progesterone in a bottle – something every woman needs!
Read more about all the benefits of Progessence Plus Serum on this Ditch & Switch blog post. and this Spotlight blog post.
300 PV Orders
With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a free 15 mL Ylang Ylang essential oil and all of the above!
YLANG YLANG essential oil, 15 mL
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Jennifer
The Spring HandbookWith its cool breezes and sunshine-filled days, Spring is a time of renewal and a fresh spirit. After a long winter, we are ready for a little spring refresh! We're brightening the atmosphere in our homes with citrusy diffuser blends, giving our bodies the support they need with supplements and oral sprays, and focusing on the sunshine and light with daily self care practices and mindfulness.
Fill up your diffusers, grab an uplifting roller blend and dig into these tips, tricks, recipes and DIYs for the upcoming season.
Springtime Wellness
Spring is a time of such beauty with blooming flowers and trees, and it can also be a time of acute respiratory needs! Make these simple sprays and rollers to give yourself some help and make this season much easier on your nose.
Changing Seasons Oral Spray
This little bottle will be your springtime companion! Applying oils topically and diffusing are great health habits, but there is even more benefit to using oils as dietary supplements.
Try out this Changing Seasons Oral Spray to give your respiratory system a little TLC this season!
- 10 mL glass spray bottle
- 1 drop each Lavender Vitality, Copaiba Vitality, & Peppermint Vitality
- 2 drops Orange Vitality & Lemon Vitality
- Splash Thieves Mouthwash, optional
- Filtered water
Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth daily or as desired!
Raindrop Oral Spray
Sometimes our defenses need a little extra boost, and this combination of oils is our go-to when we need something a little ‘more.' The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we're using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it!
- 10 mL glass spray bottle
- 1 drop each Oregano Vitality, Thyme Vitality, Peppermint Vitality, & Basil Vitality
- 2 drops Lemon Vitality & Orange Vitality
- Splash Olive Oil
- Filtered Water
Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth daily or as desired. Note: this one may tingle a bit, similar to OTC throat sprays.
Raindrop Roller
The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we love using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it. This roller is an easy way to harness the power of Raindrop with easy application.
- 10 mL roller bottle
- 10 drops each Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, Peppermint, Wintergreen, Aroma Siez, Lavender, & Valor
- Fill with carrier oil of choice
Apply over lymph nodes, along spine, bottom of the feet as desired
DIY Nasal Rinse
Grab your Neti-pot and whip up your own oil-infused sinus rinse!
- 10 drops Lavender essential oil
- 15 drops Copaiba essential oil
- 8 Tbsp of ultra fine salt (unprocessed, no iodine)
Mix well and store in a sealed glass jar.
To use - dissolve 1 tsp of salt mixture into 1.5 cups of distilled water (or water from a Berkey filter or boil and cool some water), then add to your Neti pot and use as needed.
DIY Season's Change Capsules
Make using your Vitality oils easy with this simple hack!
- 2 oz glass dropper bottle
- 30 drops each Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, & Copaiba Vitality
- Olive oil to desired dilution (about 2 Tbsp)
When you're ready to make a capsule, fill an empty vegetable capsule with a dropperful of the blend and take as desired.
Sinus Support Steam Pot
When you're needing some relief from the pressure that spring can cause your sinuses, give this tried and true trick a go!
- Bowl of very hot, steaming water
- 2-3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
- 2-4 drops Dorado Azul Essential Oil
Add essential oils to the water (start with the lower end and add more as desired). Place a towel over your head and sit with your head above the steam bath to open the airways.
Happy Noses Roller
This is a great roller to use anytime you need some sinus relief, but it is really lovely after doing the sinus steam pot!
- 10 mL roller bottle
- 20 drops each Dorado Azul & Idaho Blue Spruce
- 10 drops DiGize & R.C.
- 5 drops Peppermint
Roll over the sinus cavities as desired. Take care when using near the eyes and dilute more if desired. If you get it too close to your eyes, simply apply coconut oil over the area.
Beauty & Self Care DIYsDIY Glow Serum
Ditch all the other moisturizers and serums because this one is the game-changer! Apply morning and evening for healthy, glowing skin. (PS - CBD Beauty Boost has been nicknamed ‘Botox in a Bottle' so you know it's good!)
- 2 oz glass dropper bottle
- 10 dropperfuls CBD Beauty Boost
- 40 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
- Optional: 20 drops Blue Tansy Essential Oil
- Carrier of choice: argan oil (great for dry skin), jojoba oil (good for all skin types), rose hip oil (for all skin types)
DIY Vitamin C Facial Toner
Vitamin C and Geranium are a dynamic duo when it comes to brightening the skin. Try out this simple toner as we head into the warmer months!
- 2 oz glass dropper bottle
- 1.5 tsp Organic vitamin C powder
- 5 drops Geranium essential oil
- 10 drops Frankincense essential oil
- 3 Tbsp distilled water
- Splash alcohol-free witch hazel (optional for more oil-prone skin)
Mix vitamin C powder into the water until dissolved, then add Geranium and top with a splash of witch hazel (optional). Use morning and evening or as desired. Store up to 2 weeks at room temperature or longer in the fridge.
Healthy Hair Recovery
Whether you're dealing with hormonal needs, postpartum hair loss, recovery from acute illness or something else, here is our Healthy Hair Recovery Protocol that can help your hair get back to its glory days! For details, check out the Healthy Hair Recovery resource linked below!
- NingXia Red
- SulfurZyme Powder
- Inner Beauty Collagen
- Mineral Essence
- Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Hydrosol
- Rosemary, Cedarwood and Lavender Essential Oils
Orange Creamsicle Body Scrub
This simple DIY leaves your skin silky smooth and its dreamy summery scent is perfect for the spring and summer days. Follow with the DIY Body Butter for smooth, happy skin!
- 1/4 cup organic fractionated coconut oil
- 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
- 15 drops Orange or Tangerine essential oil
- 10 drops Vanilla oleoresin
Mix Orange & Vanilla with fractionated coconut oil in a glass container, then add organic cane sugar to the bowl and stir until combined.
To use - massage into skin in a circular motion and rinse well. After exfoliating, moisturize with the DIY Present Time Body Butter.
Present Time Body Butter
Take care of your skin with this simple, customizable DIY Body Butter. We love mixing floral oils like Neroli, Jasmine or Geranium with spruce and tangerine!
- 8-12 ounce glass container glass container
- 1/2 cup solid refined, organic coconut oil
- 1/2 cup organic mango butter (or a mix of shea butter and mango butter)
- 1/2 cup organic jojoba oil
- 10 drops Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil
- 15 drops Neroli or Geranium essential oil
- 20 drops Tangerine essential oil
- OR use 45 drops of Present Time Essential Oil Blend
Place coconut oil and shea butter in a bowl and whip with a handheld or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth. Slowly add in the jojoba oil, then the essential oils, mixing as you add. Whip for about five minutes or so. The longer you mix, the fluffier it will become!
Spring Home Refresh
'Tis the season to freshen up your space and do a little spring cleaning. These simple citrus-infused DIYs will make your spring cleaning a lot more enjoyable!
DIY Lushious Lemon Room Spray
- 25 drops Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend
- 10 drops Vanilla Oleoresin
Add essential oils to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add a splash of witch hazel & top with water! Spritz on all the things!
DIY Spring Garden Hand Soap
- Foaming hand soap bottle or recycle a YL one!
- 2 Tbsp Liquid Castile Soap
- 15 drops each Bergamot, Lavender, & Lemon
- 10 drops Rosemary, Geranium or Joy
- 1 tsp Vitamin E oil
Add essential oils, Vitamin E oil and Castile Soap to the bottle, then top with water leaving 1" at the top
Spring Breeze Thieves Cleaner
We love switching up our cleaner scents for spring, and this blend is perfect for all the blooming flowers!
- 16 oz glass spray bottle
- 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
- 20 drops each Lavender, Peppermint, & Lemon
- 10 drops Basil or Rosemary
- Filtered water
Add ingredients to the spray bottle, then gently invert to mix. Use to clean any surfaces daily as desired!
Lushious Lemon Thieves Cleaner
Add a fresh citrus twist to your Thieves Household Cleaner!
- 16 oz glass spray bottle
- 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
- 30 drops Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend
- 15 drops Vanilla Oleoresin
- Filtered water
Add ingredients to the spray bottle, then gently invert to mix. Use to clean any surfaces daily as desired!
DIY Cleaning Fizzies
What are cleaning fizzies? Think of them as your cleaning sidekick. They can tackle the toilet bowl for you or help you knock out that sink full of dirty pots and pans. Best sidekick ever! Homemade cleaning fizzies are easy to make and even easier to use.
- 1 cup baking soda
- ½ cup citric acid
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 4 teaspoons water
- 40 drops Lemon or Thieves or Citrus Fresh
- 3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
- Ice cube tray or candy mold
Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly. In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6. Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
Step 2 - Use mixture to fill ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If mixture expands and spills over mold, gently repack into the mold. Let sit overnight to dry in room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
To Use - place a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Spring Candle Dupes
We ditched the toxic scented candles for oils years ago, so here are our top candle-inspired favorites for spring! To make any of these combinations into a roller blend, triple the number of drops, add oils to a 10 mL roller bottle and add carrier of choice.
- Citrus & Sage - 4 drops each Clary Sage, Citrus Fresh, & Lemon
- West Elm - 3 drops each Grapefruit, Northern Lights Black Spruce, & Tangerine + 2 drops Davana
- Soft Sugar - 5 drops Grapefruit + 4 drops Lavender + 3 drops Vanilla
- Volcano - 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops each Tangerine & Grapefruit + 2 drops Geranium + 1 drop Lime
- Angel Food - 4 drops Vanilla + 3 drops each Jade Lemon & Copaiba + 2 drops Nutmeg
- Spring Breeze - 5 drops Grapefruit + 3 drops Ylang Ylang + 2 drops Eucalyptus
Vitality Recipes
Add a hint of spring to your favorite dishes with some of these Vitality recipes.
Lavender Collagen Latte
This latte not only tastes lovely, it can help with those springtime blooms as well! Lavender Vitality is a great choice when the pollen begins to fly.
- 12 ounces brewed, strong organic coffee
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1T organic maple syrup (add more to taste)
- 1 scoop Inner Beauty Collagen
- 1 drop Lavender Vitality essential oil
- Optional: electric milk frother
Step 1 - Grab your favorite coffee mug and line the bottom with maple syrup, about 1T. Pour the brewed coffee on top and stir gently to mix.
Step 2 - Add the milk and essential oil to the frother, and wait while it warms. When ready, pour the milk into your coffee, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a small drizzle of maple syrup or a small sprinkle of raw sugar if desired!
Lemon Herb-Infused Olive Oil
Use these creations to spice up your cooking, dip your warm bread in, or as a finishing touch to salad dressing, roasted meats, or fish!
- 10 ounces olive oil
- 2 drops Rosemary Vitality essential oil
- 4 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Basil Vitality essential oil
- Handful of freshly sliced lemons
- Handful each of rosemary and basil
Step 1 - Pour the olive oil into a big pot or saucepan. Keep on low heat until it starts to bubble. Mix in the herbs and let it cook until the oil is fragrant. Be sure not to brown the herbs. Turn off the heat and let the oil cool.
Step 2 - Add the drops of Vitality oil into the mixture. (Remember, less is more. Vitality oils can be potent, so start with fewer drops and add more for a bolder flavor.) Funnel the mixture into the bottles.
Citrus Vinegar
- 12 ounces white wine vinegar
- 1 small grapefruit
- 1 small lime
- 1 small orange
- Orange Vitality essential oil
- Lime Vitality essential oil
- Grapefruit Vitality essential oil
Step 1 - Slice your favorite fruit and put it in a 16-ounce bottle or jar.
Step 2 - Pour vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Pour hot vinegar into your bottle or jar over the fruit. Let it stand at room temperature for 8 hours.
Step 3 - Add Vitality essential oil. Shake well before using, as oil and vinegar don't mix.
We hope you enjoy this Spring Handbook. Make a few of these projects and share with your friends!
As Always, I'm here to support you.
Your Oily Girlfriend
Jennifer
