White Angelica Oil Spotlight - May 2021

White Angelica

May's Oil of the Month


Loving harvested from plants native to exotic destinations around the world, White Angelica is a combination of 10 essential oils that come together to create a one-of-a-kind blend. Geranium, Ylang Ylang, and ROSE provide sweet, floral notes; Bergamot and Melissa offer a boost of bright citrus; and Myrrh, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Hyssop, and Sacred Sandalwood balance the blend with a warm, woodsy base. 

With the aroma of White Angelica, you can create a positive atmosphere and inspire feelings of security and optimism - no matter what life throws at you!

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in May. My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.

White Angelica AT A Glance:

  • Has a sweet, warm floral scent
  • Can be diffused to create a peaceful, comforting environment
  • Can be diffused or work as a perfume to support the emotions
  • May enhance the apperarance of healthy-looking skin
  • Offers skin-beautifying benefits when combined with Young Living's ART Light Moisturizer
  • May be used in Raindrop Massage to facilitate emotional release

Background

Each essential oil in White Angelica was carefully selected to help promote a positive, peaceful atmosphere when diffused.
  • Ylang Ylang has a luxurious, velvety scent and is often used as a key note in perfumes. It has an uplifting, flora aroma.
  • Bergamot is cold pressed front he resin of the fruit and adds a fresh, bright aroma. Citrus oils are well known for their ability to help calm and uplift the emotions.
  • Melissa comes from the leaves of the Melissa herb (also called lemon balm), containing citrus notes and is treasured for its gentle, comforting aroma. It is a powerful emotional oil, helping to facilitate release of negative emotions.
  • Geranium has been used for centuries for its lovely, soft fragrance and skin-benefitting properties. It is also a very uplifting oil for the emotions.
  • Rose gives the blend a touch of sweet nostalgia and offers skin benefits. Rose has been used throughout history in the ancient ar of aromatherapy for the well being of the body and mood-elevating support.
  • Myrrh, Hyssop, Black Spruce, and Sacred Sandalwood balance the sweet and free aroma of the floral and citrus oils with a deep, rich, earthy scent that is incredibly grounding.
White Angelica & Emotions
"The friend of those walking through many emotions, many struggles, and many pressures.  The companion of those struggling to rest peacefully. A release for grief."

This oil blend is an incredibly powerful emotional tool for when you are struggling with negative emotions, carrying the weight others, and processing grief or disappointment. This blend is also wonderful for children who struggle to verbalize their feelings and tend to process through nightmares. Pair it with lavender for a calming, relaxing blend to help release negative emotions.

Apply to the wrists, over the heart, along the top of the shoulders and/or add to the diffuser as needed.

Daily Habits with White Angelica:

  • Add it to your favorite moisturizer to enjoy its skin-beautifying benefits.
  • Apply it to your wrists and neck like perfume to enjoy a lovely scent and emotional support throughout your day.
  • Make a Peaceful Easy Feeling Roller:
    • 10 drops each Joy, Release, White Angelica, Tangerine, & Lavender
    • Top a 10 Ml roller bottle with a carrier oil of choice
    • Apply to wrists, neck, over the heart for all the emotions!
  • Apply White Angelica before providing a Raindrop Technique or other massage or body work treatment to facilitate emotional release.
  • Use it during yoga or meditation to create a positive and comforting atmosphere. Pair it with positive affirmations or bible verses for an even more powerful experience.

DIFFUSE: 

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the refreshing scent of White Angelica this month!

Will you join us in using White Angelica oil blend daily to release the worries and emotions weighing us down? Let's create daily habits that support our overall health - physical, mental and emotional.

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

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

The Feelings Kit Ditch and Switch - May 2021


The Feelings Kit

May Ditch & Switch


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

Join us as we detox our emotions this month and switch out conventional coping mechanisms for healthier, healing options. 

For May, we are focusing on digging deep to release all our comfort vices, sit with and honor our experiences and trauma, and to the emotional work needed to move forward in healing and self love. Instead of turning to things like detachment, Netflix binges, alcohol, food, sugar, shopping, work, projects or any other comfort measures that keep us from truly processing the emotions beneath, we are going to pull out the Feelings Kit and use these oil blends with intention and consistency.

WHY WE USE IT

Why use these essential oils (or any Young Living oils at all) for this process? Because of the power of aromatherapy and the limbic system. Our sense of smell is directly related to our emotions and mood. The cranial nerve associated with smell sits next to the hypothalamus - the area of the brain responsible for mood, feelings, and emotional processing.

Further, the Feelings Kit blends contain a combination of essential oils high in compounds that can cross the blood brain barrier to reprogram bad coding from the cells. The other compounds rewrite that code to restore the original perfect copy, one that will not keep us pulled into the physical and emotional effects of stress.

This is a process, but the great thing about essential is that we have CHOICE to embrace that process instead of loading our bodies up with lots of toxins and other things that create more confusion in the cells.

The feelings collection includes six essential oil blends, each of which is a powerful tool for supporting and releasing emotional patterns. Use in the morning and evening to promote peaceful thought and spiritual harmony.
Harmony essential oil blend
(info via Carissa Sherman)

Harmony essential oil blend helps to release toxic benefits and though patterns related to feeling ignored, crushed, hostile, afraid of punishment, beating ourselves up, sarcasm, and stubbornness.

  • When we feel ignored, our perception is that we are not a part of the big picture. We aren't good enough, worthy enough, or able to play our part.
  • When we are crushed, we are collapsing inwardly. Who we are has been forced down and suppressed. We stop seeing our part.
  • When we are hostile, we are quick to see others as the enemy, and everything in life as an opposition to our part. We are trying to play alone, because we can't trust the other parts.
  • Fear of punishment is the opposite of love. When we are beating ourselves up, we actually turn from love into fear. These are opposites.
  • Sarcasm is an emotion that develops from long-term exposure to incongruent words and actions. Example: witnessing hypocrisy, or long periods of time living with someone who brings drama or trouble on themselves, remaining clueless to the cause. This emotion produces "mocking." Instead of harmony, it creates a repetitive and offensive sound that interrupts the notes of others.
To Use:
  • When there are situations where you are experiencing some of the emotions listed above, sit or stand still until you feel where that emotion is causing a sensation in your body. It might feel like pain, twitching, tingling, aching, nausea, heat, cold, or a general tension.
  • Rub harmony over the area (or just nearby if its sensitive), and hold your hand over the spot.
  • Take several deep breaths. This is a simple step to become aware of the mind-body connections. 
Its okay if you don't know how to fix all of these issues right this minute. Begin embracing the idea that you have a part to play, a harmony that only you can add to the relationships and opportunities in your life.
Forgiveness oil blend
(info adapted from Carissa Sherman and Eryn Jones)

The oils in the Forgiveness blend are high frequency oils, Melissa, Geranium, Frankincense, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Coriander, Angelica, Bergamot, Lemon, Ylang ylang, Jasmine, Helichrysum, Roman Chamomile, Palmarosa and ROSE! These oils work synergistically together to create a calm, uplifting environment when forgiving yourself and others.

This blend can help us release the stagnant, toxic thoughts stuck in our body's memory that act as a safety mechanism. They were encoded in our past when we felt unsafe, and from that point on, all of our senses have been given a warning note that says something like "people will hurt me when they get too close," or "men/women can't be trusted," or "I am not lovable," among other signals. These memories can be triggered by sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell, and they show up in our current experiences and pull us down. The most common emotional patterns created are Self-Denial, Revenge, and Distrust.

The problem is that our bodies can't tell the difference in an emotional threat and a physical threat. When we start feeling emotionally vulnerable after these messages have been encoded, the body will send warnings, sometimes thousands of times per day, to keep us alive. We want to reverse these patterns, to restore the blubbering of our original ability to be at PEACE.

Emotions associated with Forgiveness:

Distrust (felt in the gut)
  • Distrust results from being stressed, and stress is caused by many subconscious messages pulling us in different directions. To establish a healthier pattern of trust, we need "integrity," which is where our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions can become consistent. No more secret messages internally scattering our thoughts.
  • Old pattern: Distrust.  New pattern: Integrity
  • Affirmation: "I honor truth."
  • We can release old trauma and untruth that is stuck in the body, and we move forward with integrity.
Wanting Revenge (Felt in the head, back of neck)
  • There is no such thing as turning your feelings off or magically being detached, so what we are doing here is to move in a different direction with a new and greater purpose - to detach or remove ourselves from the mission of revenge.
  • When you diffuse Forgiveness, if relationships where you have wanted someone to get paid back resurface in your memory, you can take a moment to establish a thought pattern.
  • Old pattern: Revenge.  New pattern: Detachment (move in a new direction.
  • Affirmation: "I have a new mission. I am letting go of the old."
Self-Denial (felt in back of neck, base of skull)
  • The most common root of denying our own needs is expecting other to know what we need before we have asked. This leads to living with a spirit of neglect, blaming others, and unforgiveness. In fact, it often looks like taking care of everything under the sun EXCEPT for ourselves, and an underlying thought cycle that we are "the only one who does anything around here."
  • Old pattern: Self-denial.  New pattern: Wisdom.
  • Affirmation: "I support myself."
When using Forgiveness blend, meditate on the opposite of the above emotions - supporting yourself, finding awareness to honor your own truth, detaching from allowing someone else to have a say over your worth and value.

Use the mantras below as you apply the oil, sit with the feelings until you feel a shift. Oils are very powerful in helping to create new pathways in the brain.

Mantras to pair with Forgiveness blend:
  • I have courage to honor my truth.
  • I learn from all experiences.
  • I forgive (others or myself).
  • I support myself.
  • I am worthy.
Inner Child oil blend
(info via Carissa Sherman)

Inner Child essential oil blend releases emotions that distort memories in our cells. Think of this like a picture or video of past events where little edits were made to present something threatening, even if that was not the case. The symptoms of this vary widely, but we might notice some patterns:

  • When someone tries to be honest, especially friends/family, we continually hear their voice criticizing us for months afterward.
  • We find ourselves revisiting the same short list of past hurts on a regular basis, telling stories about what someone did or said to us, thinking each time that if we just vent... the pressure of that pain or offense will let up.
  • We create an image of ourselves (typically a bad one) and no matter what we do to take care of ourselves, that recording makes sure we stay ashamed, disappointed, and hopeless, or...
  • We finally start feeling better about ourselves because we have fulfilled an imaginary list of "things that will make us feel accomplished" - only to find that the stress of keeping up with that list starts to slowly steal from our relationships or our sanity.
Inner Child blend is sometimes referred to as "The Therapist." When you visit a therapist, they do their work, not by talking, but through listening. They encourage you to share the feelings, past, and thoughts that make up you inner workings. To process through how you came to your patterns, actions, and current beliefs.

Many times there were situations where someone as a child felt unseen, unheard, or unvalued. In order to move forward, it is important to look back and allow that inner child to speak. When we consider what a child will need, we begin to see our own needs more clearly. It's obvious to us that a child who has experienced something new or difficult would require additionally help and attention to deal with that event.

Some practicalness for this blend are:
  • Overcoming the trauma of abuse
  • Promoting acceptance
  • Accepting our own needs
  • Stimulating an emotional healing process
  • Releasing obsessive habits and patterns
  • Supporting the mind, body, and emotions during periods of transition.
  • For children who struggle with intense fear, trouble letting go and moving on, or who have been uprooted or experienced a traumatic change - this oil will be a huge support.
To Use:
  • Place several drops of Inner Child in your diffuser. you can also apply some around the navel and rub a drop into your palms to inhale directly.
  • Use this blend on and around you consistently. Our emotion patterns that took a lifetime to form aren't going to get unraveled completely in one day.
Present Time oil blend

Present Time is an oil blend of Neroli, Spruce and Ylang Ylang in a base of almond oil, making it wonderful for direct application or diffusing. Present Time helps you focus on the here and now, so you can get beyond the past and move forward. When paired with the other oils from the Feelings Kit, this is a powerful tool for truly bing present with your current experiences and releasing the pain of the past.

Neroli: used by the ancient Egyptians fo rite healing of mind, body and spirit. Neroli is stabilizing and strengthening to the emotions, promotes peace, confidence and awareness, brings mental awareness to alleviate anxiety, depression and insomnia.

Spruce: opens and releases emotional blocks, fosters a sense of balance and founding.

Ylang Ylang: promotes relaxation balances male and female energies, restores confidence and equilibrium, alleviates insomnia.

This blend of oils creates a strong, encouraging scent to increase the ability to focus on the present moment. As busy people, parents, care givers, employees, etc. we can become so focused on the next deadline, task or responsibility, and it becomes very easy to lose sight of what is directly in front of us. The stack of papers or dishes or laundry seems so time sensitive that we rush through the people in front of us - children, spouses, partners, friends, even ourselves. Present Time helps us to allow ourselves to give and receive in the present even when we have been hurt in the past.
Release oil blend

Release is a blend of Ylang Ylang, Olive oil, Lavandin, Geranium, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Grapefruit, Tangerine, Spearmint, Lemon, Blue Cypress, Davana (a POWERFUL emotional oil), Kaffir Lime, Ocotea, Jasmine, Chamomile, Blue Tansy (highly supportive and calming to the Central Nervous System), and ROSE. These oils are high frequency and powerful for allowing us to tap into the root of our emotional distress, honor the past experiences and release the pain to move forward in our full potential.

Release is a helpful blend to aid in releasing anger and memory trauma from the liver in order to create emotional wellbeing. It helps open the subconscious mind through pineal stimulation (sandalwood and tansy stimulate the pineal gland) to release deep-seated trauma.

For our purposes, trauma can be defined as "any situation where you got less than you needed and were not equipped to process it." These traumas actually get stored deep within our cellular memory, and we can use the limbic system of the brain to help shift our thoughts and emotions around these traumas and patterns.

Helps Release feelings of:
  • Anger
  • Frustration
  • Being held back
  • Rebellion
  • Feeling wronged
  • Fear of success
  • Loss of identity
Helps promote feelings of:
  • Cleansing
  • Freedom
  • Harmony
  • Unconditional love
To Use:
  • Diffuse throughout the day.
  • Diffuse with lavender at bedtime.
  • Apply topically to wrists, over the heart, to the edge of ears and feet.
  • Remember to use it EVERY DAY! Repeat a positive affirmation that rings true to your situation.
  • Affirmations: "I am safe. I am loved. I am valued. I am enough just as I am right now."
Valor oil blend

Valor's woodsy, positive scent comes from a blend of Black Spruce, Blue Tansy, and Frankincense. Valor is helpful for many emotions around our fight or flight response, thus it's battle-worthy name. In fact, this oil is inspired by oils that Roman soldiers would bathe in before battle. The oils would sit atop the water in their bath houses and this special blend was added before a big battle. When they rose from the water, the oils would soak and stay on their skin to help prepare them for something big and scary ahead.

This blend can also be a key oil in overcoming emotional abuse and recovering from trauma. It's a powerhouse when facing a trial or season of adversity because its natural properties help align the body both emotionally and physically. Remember emotions and trauma are often stored in the physical tissues and fascia of our bodies and oils help release stuck emotions and tension at a physical level from specific parts of the body:

  • Feeling resigned (like you can't fight it) - diaphragm
  • Feeling like you are losing a battle - just below lower lip
  • Fear of conflict - abdomen, just above right and left hips
  • Feeling aggressive - abdomen, just above right and left hips
  • Feeling defensive - stomach
Valor has properties that get to the core control centers of the negative emotional programs. When we're ready to make a change, to start challenging that 'fight or flight' survival mode with a better way of thinking and living, this is the perfect oil.

Using Valor for emotional support can be as simple as applying some to your shoulders, the bottoms of your feet, the back of your neck, or anywhere that you're experiencing tension or a stressful tightness in your body. One great technique is to place a drop or two of Valor between your wrists (palm-up side) and then hold them together for a few minutes.

It's ultimate diffuser oil with it's deep, grounding scent. If you're taking time to relax, meditate, or work on your spiritual and emotional health, you can just hold your wrists together while you're sitting quietly.
The Feelings Protocol

It has been said that when there's a conflict between reason and feeling, we humans always tend to side with feeling. As Dr Gary Young has said, "99% of life’s decisions are made from feelings."

That’s why if we want our lives to be guided by good decisions that lead to health, happiness, and contentment, we need to be aware of and in control of our present feelings. By focusing on fixing our feelings, we can fix most aspects of our lives - physical, mental, and spiritual.

And the perfect way to do this? Young Living’s Feelings Kit! Yup! 

The primary protocol is to apply these feelings oils before work and every night before bed. Try this for 30 days and notice all the delightful changes the Feelings Kit Protocol will bring into your life.

If you are wrestling with big emotions or trying to process hard situations, here is a great protocol developed by Gary Young that you can follow using the Feelings Kit:

Step 1 - Apply Valor to the bottoms of your feet to balance your feelings.
Valor's inspiring and calming aroma will help you greet each morning with a positive attitude or refocus at the end of a challenging day.

Step 2 - Apply Harmony on the chakra points to allow negative energy to escape. Harmony's uplifting to the mind, helps you become more creative and confident.
There are seven points along the spine:
  1. Coccyx
  2. Sacrum
  3. Lumbar
  4. Dorsal (heart)
  5. Cervical (where the neck meets your shoulders)
  6. Medulla (hollow place at the center base of the skull)
  7. Pineal (center of forehead)
Step 3 - Apply Forgiveness clockwise on the navel and let go of negative emotions.
Sometimes when others do us harm (or when we do harm on others), we struggle to forgive (them or even our own mistakes). But we owe ourselves forgiveness. To forgive means to free ourselves from negative emotions. To forgive is an act of self-love. Here are 5 steps to forgiveness:
  1. Forgive yourself for allowing the person to affect your health and happiness.
  2. Forgive the other person for any harm he/she may have caused you (this doesn't need to be done in person, as this is just an inner-adjustment on your part).
  3. Give the other person permission to forgive you.
  4. See the good in the situation.
  5. Be thankful for the experience and the lessons you gained from it.
Step 4 - Apply Present Time to the wrists and behind the ears to lift the burdens of the world.
Nothing good can be obtained by living in the past. "Today" is where we need to live to achieve true happiness and fulfillment. And Present Time helps with that - it is so empowering - it creates a feeling of being in the moment.

Step 5 - Apply Release over the front and back liver in a circular motion and wait as feelings of frustration are lifted.
Peace is achieved when we release ourselves from the negative emotions. Release blend facilitates the ability to let go of such emotions, promoting harmony and balance.

Step 6 - Apply 1-2 drops of Inner Child just under your nose to open the pathway to connecting with your inner self.
"When you are a child, all things are possible. There are no limitations," says Dr. Gary Young. Stimulate your memory and reconnect with your authentic self through the sweet fragrance of Inner Child. This is an essential step to achieve emotional balance.

Step 7 - Reapply Valor essential oil to complete the cleansing of feelings and provide completeness and balance.
Relax and unwind for a few minutes more and let yourself shift into a new state. Through time, you will be amazed at how big changes can come in a gentle way.

Join us this month as we dig deep to release our vices, sit with and honor our past experiences, and do the emotional work needed to move forward in healing and self love.

Want yo try the Feelings Kit, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Cortistop Supplement Spotlight - May 2021


Supplement Spotlight

CortiStop


Stress stored and fought by the body is possibly the number one health danger. It is truly a killer. Making sure we have our tools to help our bodies physically and emotionally deal with stress is one of the biggest changes we can make in our health!


What happens when you're stressed? Your adrenal glads go into overdrive and your cortisol levels go up. High levels of cortisol cause the body to scavenge for protein to convert into glucose to provide energy for the brain to deal with the perceived stress (also severely depresses the immune system). 

So adrenaline kicks in.

Adrenaline is your fight or flight hormone (also helps to control blood pressure, sweating, etc). Your adrenals can spike creating a feeling of energy then crash with extreme fatigue when they run out of materials to work with. You feel fine in the morning, but when contemplating work will get extremely tired. The thought of work can wear them out; any type of stress will cause the adrenal glads to over react (extremely tense nervous) or fail to respond (suddenly/extremely tired).

When cortisol is produced too frequently, it can have negative health consequences such as feelings of fatigue, difficulty maintaining healthy weight, and difficulty maintaining optimal health of the cardiovascular system. When cortisol levels are chronically high, it affects the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, basically affecting all your hormones and disrupting the natural feedback loop. This causes the body to be less sensitive to the 'stop signal', and creates a viscous cycle of elevated stress signals. This is the root cause of adrenal fatigue. Adrenal fatigue can bring with it negative health consequences such as fatigue, weight gain, and cardiovascular disorders.

Enter Cortistop

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

Triggers for elevated cortisol levels:

  • Excess heat/cold
  • alcohol abuse
  • coffee drinking
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • malnutrition
  • personal reltionships
  • surgery
  • physical/emotional trauma
  • diseases
  • big life events (job changes/problems, moving, etc.)

Learn More

Here is a closer look at each ingredient in CortiStop and how it supports our system:
  • Pregnenolone: shown to reduce corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) in experimental models. CRH is the first step in the production of stress hormone cortisol. Pregnenolone is also a precursor hormone from which all other hormones are created It is important for the body's production of progesterone, which blocks cortisol receptors.
  • DHEA: another precursor for progesterone, DHEA is often reduced as a consequence of stress.
  • Phosphatidylcholine: may protect the brain, liver and stomach during times of stress; also a key component for every cell in the body.
  • Phosphatidylserine: helps to balance the Hypothalamus-Pituitary Axis, benefits cognitive function, and may blunt cortisol production. The effects may be more pronounced in people under chronic stress.
  • Black cohosh: a phytoestrogen that helps counteract the effects of cortisol, helps stop stress responses, and may elevate mood.
  • Clary sage: another phytoestrogen that supports hormone balance and helps uplift the mood.
  • Frankincense: a grounding and uplifting oil that also works as an antioxidant within the body.
  • Fennel and peppermint: help soothe the stomach and aid in digestion.
Who Should Use CortiStop?
  • Women who need support or feel the effects of adrenal fatigue.
  • Men can take this supplement when needed! Dr. Purser, the doctor who formulated Progessence Plus, taught in a session on men's health that there is a place for men to be on this supplement in times of high stress and anxiety.
  • NOT recommended during pregnancy. Use while breastfeeding at your discretion and need.

HOW TO USE

  • Take 2 tablets in the morning before breakfast. 
  • If desired, for extra benefits, take another 2 capsules before bed. 
  • Use daily for 8 weeks. Discontinue use for 2-4 weeks before resuming.

Join us this month as we use CortiStop this month and beyond to support healthy cortisol levels and release the stress weighing us down!

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

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

Easy Breezy Diffuser Recipes - May 2021

Easy Breezy Stress-Free Summer 
May Diffuser Recipes


Summer is upon us and we are looking for an easy, breezy stress-free season! Diffusing is a great way to create a peaceful, uplifting environment, and the blends for May are perfect for that!

We have blends for every time of day to support your heath - physical and emotional. So join as we release our stress, cultivate peace and rest easy this month!

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

Happy diffusing!!

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


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

Jennifer



This combination is perfect for times when you want to be focused and inspired! Valor, Lime and Envision are three powerhouse oils for creating an uplifting, inspiring environment and cultivating confidence Add all three to the diffuser for an incredible blend!


Start your morning off right with this bright, crisp blend of Starter Bundle oils! PanAway is one of our favorite oils to diffuse, especially for the emotion of exhaustion. The blend of mint oils is incredibly alerting and uplifting, and pairs well with bright, happy Lemon! This blend isn't just for mornings though. Add it to your diffuser whenever you need a fresh start!


Imagine lying in a hammock, late summer sun on your skin, a warm breeze blowing... the perfect scenario for an afternoon nap. This blend of Starter Bundle oils are reminiscent of just that! Bright Lemon, calming Lavender and beauty Stress Away combine for a blend that is wonderful for creating restful vibes.



Summer sunshine, citrusy treats, the scent of flowers on a warm breeze - the essentials of summer - and this blend has all of the above. This combination is perfect for any time of day, but we especially love it in the mornings for helping everyone start off on the right foot.

Nothing says rest and relaxation more than a spa-like environment. Bring the spa to your home with these two Starter Bundle oils. Citrus, eucalyptus and a little mint are the perfect spa-inspired blend. Added bonus if you diffuse this combination during a shower or bath so the steam from the hot water enhances the experience.



Summer is upon us and we are cultivating peaceful, easy feelings all season long! White Angelica is a wonderful blend for releasing the things that drag us down, and this combination is perfect for letting go of the weight of the world and being fully present with your current surrounds.


Moms and essential oils is such perfect paring, and this duo of Starter Bundle oils is perfect for your yoga practice. Diffuse this blend before, during and after your session to inspire feelings of relaxation and intentionality. Breathe deeply as you sit and meditate and let yourself be grounded.


We can't truly rest when our emotions are in a tangle, and this blend is helpful for releasing the weight of the world that we place on our shoulders. (This also makes a great roller blend!) White Angelica is a wonderful oil for emotional support, especially the feeling of overwhelm or carrying a half load.



In our modern world, stillness and rest don't come easy. We have to be intentional about finding time to slow down, disconnect and simply be still. When you are intentional with this practice, the noise of the outside world dies down, and you can find inner rest. Add these Starter Bundle oils to your diffuser, get comfy and just be still!




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

Free with Purchase! - May 2021

Load up on AWESOME Free with Purchase in May



Enrich your life and go after your loftiest goals with us in May!

Diffuse Envision as you map out your path to success. Next, add Valor to your skin care routine, Highest Potential to your Car Vent Diffuser, and Motivation to every diffuser at home and work so each part of your day inspires you.

Finally, dab Acceptance onto the bottom of your feet at night as you more forward to greatness tomorrow. 

Qualify to claim these oils and Young Living will ship them for free!


Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up in my mailbox with fun freebies inside!

Freebies During the Month of May


Ship, ship, hooray! FREE SHIPPING with any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop Order) of 100 PV or more! Stock up on your springtime favorites and let Young Living cover the cost of your deliveries. Just make sure to choose the free shipping in the drop down menu at checkout.


190 PV Orders

With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL ACCEPTANCE oil blend and FREE SHIPPING! If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL ENVISION.


ACCEPTANCE essential oil blend, 5 mL

  • Take the highs with the lows. Add a drop of this blend to a washcloth, place it right outside the stream of water as you shower, and let this inviting aroma inspire feelings of acceptance.
  • Work hard, play hard. Work isn't everything. Diffuse the bouquet-like scent of ACCEPTANCE, then take a break and rush outside to enjoy the sunlight.
  • Create a mantra. Apply ACCEPTANCE over your heart as you mediate or before a yoga practice.

ENVISION essential oil, 5 mL

  • Make scents of your to-dos. Write out each task required to accomplish your goals. Place a drop of ENVISION at the top of the page to breathe in every time you review your next steps.
  • Dream big. Add ENVISION to a cotton ball and place it in your car vent so any time you inhale this scent, you'll visualize your dreams coming true.
  • Diffuse inspiration. Add ENVISION, VALOR and lime to your diffuser while planning, dreaming and working.

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL VALOR oil blend, a 5 mL ACCEPTANCE oil blend, and FREE SHIPPING. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL ENVISION!


VALOR essential oil blend, 5 mL

  • Put the "you" in unique. As you're crafting your personal brand, wear fresh, woodsy VALOR as a personal cologne or perfume to remind yourself of how capable you are.
  • Put your best face forward. Add VALOR to your skincare routine to harness the benefits of blue tansy and other incredible skin-loving oils.
  • Keep up your courage. at the end of a long day of hustling, add VALOR to Young Living's Bath and Shower Gel Base as you brainstorm new ideas for tomorrow.
  • Relax and renew. Pair VALOR with Frankincense and Tangerine for a lovely evening diffuser blend.

300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL HIGHEST POTENTIAL oil blend, a 5 mL VALOR oil blend, a 5 mL ACCEPTANCE oil blend, and FREE SHIPPING. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL ENVISION oil blend!


HIGHEST POTENTIAL essential oil, 5 mL

  • Soar to new highs. No matter where you dare to dream, take HIGHEST POTENTIAL with you. Add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment so you can swipe it on whenever you need inspiration.
  • Keep on keeping' on. Infuse your daily body moisturizer with he floral scent of HIGHEST POTENTIAL as you continue to reach for the stars.
  •  Set your intention. Apply a drop of HIGHEST POTENTIAL to the crown of your head daily.

400 PV Orders

With any order of 400 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL HIGHEST POTENTIAL oil blend, a 5 mL VALOR oil blend, a 5 mL ACCEPTANCE oil blend, and FREE SHIPPING. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL MOTIVATION oil blend and 5 mL ENVISION oil blend!


MOTIVATION essential oil, 5 mL

  • Climb every mountain. Whether your bucket list has metaphorical mountains or real ones, dab a drop of MOTIVATION behind your ears at the start of any endeavor, big or small.
  • Take note. Keep track of when you procrastinate - in the afternoon, as the weekend draws near, when you're intimidated by a task - and diffuse this sidekick scent while you cross off your next steps.

For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in May.


Want to get the most out of your new oils? Check out these posts on the Lavender Life Blog:
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

2021 Spring Launch

The Spring Launch was here and it didn't disappoint! New exclusive oils, fun product collections and more, this launch has everything you need to step into spring - and beyond! Here are all the details!
Squeaky Clean Collection

Spring Cleaning just got an upgrade! Tidy up all your spaces with Thieves Household Cleaner and a cleaning brush with interchangeable heads. Tackle the everyday dishes with a pump or two of Thieves Dish Soap from a sleek amber bottle. Leave hands feeling clean and cared for with Thieves Foaming Hand Soap or Thieves Hand-Sanitizing Wipes!

  • Thieves Dish Soap, 16 oz
  • Thieves Foaming Hand Soap refill, 32 oz
  • Thieves Hand Sanitizing Wipes, 30 ct
  • Thieves Household Cleaner, 14 oz
  • Cleaning brushes: one handle with three interchangeable brush heads
  • Thieves Foaming Hand Soap Dispenser: amber bottle with black matte foaming dispenser, 8 oz
  • Thieves Dish Soap Dispenser: amber bottle with black matte top, 12 oz
Limited time offer! Continue your spring cleaning the healthy way and grab the Squeaky Clean Collection.
Study Buddy Collection

This bundle is the perfect companion for the students in your life! Whether your little ones are learning on site or online (or both), keep icky germs at bay with a Feather the Owl sanitizer sleeve and his trusty friend, Thieves Hand Sanitizer. Add a drop or two of KidScents GeneYus to the wrists and back of the neck before study time begins - in the classroom or at home - and help set those little geniuses up for success.

  • Silicone Feather the Owl 1 oz hand sanitizer sleeve
  • Thieves Hand Sanitizer, 1 oz
  • Silicone Feather the Owl 5 mL oil bottle sleeve
  • KidScents GeneYus essential oil blend, 5 mL
Since the Study Buddy Bundle is a limited time offer, make sure you grab yours soon.
Fresh Space Collection

Freshen up any space and kick out the odors with this bundle! Sprinkle a few drops of Lemon or Purification on a charcoal deodorizer ball and use the silicone sleeve to stick it wherever your want to get rid of bad smells. You can put one in the fridge, sink, or even the shower!

  • Silicone sleeve
  • Two charcoal deodorizer balls
  • 15 ml Lemon essential oil
  • 15 mL Purification essential oil blend
This is another limited time bundle, so grab your Fresh Space Collection before it disappears!
Ember Collection

This new Ember Diffuser bundle comes with Ecuadorian Lemongrass (15 mL)! This terra-cotta and rubber-wood diffuser is a beautiful and eco-friendly addition to any space. Made of natural materials, the Ember diffuser is small yet mighty. 

It can diffuse on high for up to 3.5 hours or intermittent for up to 7 hours and cover a medium size room (375 sq ft) while maintaining a compact footprint perfect for tabletops and offices.

This diffuser also features eight color options that can run independent of the diffuser function and a subtle lightning feature that is perfect for your bedroom at night.

Don't be without the amazing Ember Diffuser Collection that doubles as a night light for every bedroom.
CBD Chill Bundle

Did you see the CBD Oil Base (250 mg)? Its a simple mixture of CBD isolate and MCT Coconut Oil, designed to easily mix with your favorite essential oils. 

Add in Lavender (5 mL), a crowd favorite for all the zen vibes, soothing the skin and unwinding at the end of the day.

Create your own CBD oil blends!
  • Add 10-20 drops of the included Lavender essential oil and/or your favorite essential oils straight to the bottle.
  • Add one dropper of CBD Oil Base in your hand and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
  • Combine one dropper of CBD Oil Base with a few drops of Lavender essential oil and apply to the bottoms of your feet before bedtime.
Start your CBD journey with Young Living's CBD Chill Bundle.
CBD Pep Bundle

Another great bundle to create your own CBD blends using the new CBD Base (250 mg). 

Add in Peppermint (5 mL), a fresh and crisp oil that is great for supporting focus and easing tired muscles after a workout!

Create your own CBD blend by:
  • Add 10-20 drops of the included Peppermint essential oil and/or your favorite essential oils straight to the bottle.
  • Add one dropper of the CBD Oil Base in your hand and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
  • Mix the CBD Base with Peppermint and Black Pepper essential oils for a cooling pick me-up.
Or start your CBD journey with Young Living's CBD Pep Bundle.
CBD Muscle Rub Tins - Pack of 10

CBD Muscle Rub combines CBD, menthol, and a selection of essential oils such as Camphor, Clove, Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Wintergreen, and more. The result is a powerful balm that offers a cooling sensation and soothes sore muscles in seconds.

  • Cannabidiol (CBD) is obtained from plants grown in Colorado in the western United States. 
  • Our CBD contains 0.0 % THC!
  • Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate, which is beneficial for soothing tension and fatigued muscles.
  • Tea Tree is one of the most widely used and extensively researched essential oils, making it a must-have for every home.
  • Peppermint offers a sweet, cooling effect that invigorates the senses.
  • Clove contains the powerful constituent eugenol and antioxidant properties, and supports a healthy immune system and overall wellness.
  • Lemon helps support a healthy immune system, eliminates odors, and uplifts in times of melancholy by energizing and refreshing the environment.
Grab this collection of 10 CBD Muscle Rub Tins to share with friends and one to carry with you on the go!
Thieves Hand Sanitizer

Take all the reasons you love Thieves Hand Sanitizer and double them! This classic favorite now comes in a 2-ounce bottle, so you can twice as much fun without worrying about germs and bacteria.

Pick up the 2 oz Thieves Hand Sanitizer and the regular sized (1 oz) too!


Thieves Hand Sanitizing Wipes

Stopping the spread of germs is the first step in keeping you and your family happier and healthier, and that just got easier! We now have the power of Thieves in hand sanitizing wipes.

  • Kills 99.99 % of germs and bacteria
  • Gentle plant-based formula on a soft, durable wipes in a convenient, resealable pouch for on-the-go use
  • Moisturizes hands with green tea and gingko
  • 100 % biodegradable wipe material is chlorine free and made with 100 % natural fibers derived from sustainably sourced wood
  • Formulated free of petrochemicals, mineral oil, paragons, sulfates, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, dyes, preservatives, or toxic ingredients.
These Thieves Hand Sanitizing Wipes will go fast. Grab some for yourself.
Limited Time Essential Oils

Connect to your best self with the sweet, floral aroma of Blue Yarrow! Apply it to your chest before heading outside for a sunrise yoga session or combine it with your morning moisturizer for a boost of radiance. Close out the day by inhaling the inspiring aroma directly from the bottle during meditation.

What's spicy, earthy, and a total game changer? Canadian Fleabane, that's what! Its versatile and vital, this oil takes you from morning to night with the powerful constituents limonene, cis-matricaria ester, and trans-alpha-bergamotene. Add it to your ART Skin Care System or BLOOM Cleansing skin care routine in the morning for a refreshing aroma, infuse it into Thieves Household Cleaner as you tidy up, then combine it with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex for an end-of-day massage.

What does your spring-cleaning checklist need? A spicy, sweet sidekick, of course! Diffuse Cassia's warm, uplifting scent to rid your home of unwanted aromas or pair it with Thieves Household Cleaner as you tackle dirt and grime. To invite spirituality and clarity, inhale it as you create a sense of peace and serenity.

Show off gorgeous, glowing skin with a no-makeup makeup look courtesy of Corsican Helichrysum. Extracted from rare Mediterranean variety of helichrysum, this unique oil contains the powerful constituents neryl acetate and italicene to help you put your best face forward - naturally. Add 1-2 drops to your facial cleaner to naturally cleanse skin or combine it with Frankincense or Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood to pack in more skincare power.

Nothing soothes the soul like time spent in nature. But when the mountains are calling and you can't go, reach fo the rooty, musky, sweet aroma of Rue essential oil. Pair it with Tranquil Roll-On and place a few drops on your wrists or rub it onto the soles of your feet as you unwind after a long day.

Check it all out in the 2021 Spring Collection Catalog.

Want to grab these Spring Launch limited time products, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mother's Day is Just Around the Corner!

I have some great ideas that will help you show every mother in your life how special she is to you! Make sure you add a few things on your April Wellness Box so you can be ready for Mother's Day next month.

Whether she needs a little time to relax, some extra energy from taking care of ALL THE THINGS, some time for papering, a little emotional TLC or just some good old fashioned rest, here are a few ideas that we love!

Grab these amazing items to make up a specialized gift basket for all the moms in your life.
Create Relaxation

This blend of Copaiba, Vanilla, and Lime is like an instant beach vacation that's perfect anytime. We love the convince of the roll-on, and the lovely packaging makes the perfect gift.

For the mom who loves to relax with a long, hot soak, these Stress Away Bath Bombs are essential! All the zen vibes and none of the chemical found in conventional products. And a quick hack - cut the bath bombs into quarters for even more fun.

Moms carry so much. They are the keepers of schedules, emotions, menus, responsibilities, and more. And they often need a big, deep bath to release it all. We love this essential oil blend for daily use. The mix of floral oils makes a lovely perfume!
Give the Gift of Energy

Energy, wellness, vitality. That sums up NingXia Red pretty well, but if you're looking for more, check out April's Essentials post for more about this superfood supplement! Antioxidants are essential for energy, and NingXia is packed with them.

Ever heard of 'mom brain'? It's a real thing - women actually lose grey matter in the brain during pregnancy! All in all the things moms are juggling and no wonder we need a little help. Enter Nintro! We like to call this little shots 'brain fuel' because they help us focus.

Super B vitamins are the real MVP when its comes to energy levels. B Vitamins are crucial for all of us, and this B complex supplement is hands down the best on the market! Super B Vitamin is the Supplement Spotlight for April.
Pamering is Key

This highly floral, distinctively feminine bath and shower gel is perfect for daily pampering and for a long, luxurious soak in the tub! Pair it with one of the items below for a gift that any mom will love!

Give mom a little TLC with this delicious body butter that leaves your skin so soft and smooth! The combination of coconut and lime is perfect for warm weather and summer skin, and the large tub lasts all season long!

An absolute MUST have when it comes to skincare! CBD and rose essential oil combine in this serum that is the envy of all high end skincare products! Simply add a few drops to a daily moisturizer or use it to make a personalized glow serum.
All Moms Need Emotional TLC

One of our favorite essential oil for daily emotional support, Joy is a floral oil that pairs well with Tangerine or Frankincense. Plus, it is incredible on its own and makes a wonderful perfume. This blend is especially helpful for new moms and during the postpartum phase.

The ultimate in emotional support, this kit includes six essential oil blends that can be used together each day to facilitate emotional release and healing - Valor, Harmony, Forgiveness, Present Time, Inner Child and Release.

The friend of those walking through hard times, this essential oil blend is a powerful emotional tool that also doubles as a lovely perfume. It pairs well with Lavender and Orange and it just as lovely diffused as it is worn!
Rest is Best!

Infused with Lavender, Davana, Lemon and Myrrh essential oils, this bath and shower gel is a favorite for daily use as well as a nice long bubble bath. Let mom sit and soak in the tub with the diffuser going for a little rest (and maybe even a nap).

This is a perfect sequel to a lavender shower or bath, and it leaves your skin so soft and nourished. The calming scent of lavender helps the mind and body relax. Find rest, especially after a full day of being a mom!

The ultimate in zen rollers, the CBD Calm Roll-On is CBD infused with calming oils like Lavender, Frankincense, Orange, Ylang Ylang and Vetiver. Not only does this roller smell incredible, it brings an instant sense of calm and rest.

Want to create these lovely bundles, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Essentials - April 2021

The April Essentials are Here!
What should I order?


For the month of April we are focusing on all things energy, fitness and vitality! We all want energy and vitality, and creating daily health habits will help us have it. Here are a few essential items we are using in April to achieve that goal.

Here are a few essential items we’re using in April!


Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil has a soothing, recognizable scent, but Peppermint is so much more than a fresh aroma! This oil can be diffused to create a stimulating, focused atmosphere for daily tasks. You can also apply it topically to create a cool, tingling sensation on the skin, which can be very soothing after hard physical activity. Lean more about Peppermint essential in my Oil of the Month post.

  • Diffuse Peppermint while working or around kids while doing their homework for an environmental that is focused and energized.
  • Add Peppermint to Epsom salts and hot bathwater and enjoy the revitalizing scent and soothing aromatic steam.
  • Inhale or apply it to your chest before and during a tough workout for a stimulating scent.
  • Apply it topically to fatigued areas following physical activity for a cooling sensations.
NingXia Red
Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful, whole-body supplement. There are MANY reasons we love this wolfberry puree. NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, arena, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Tangerine, and Yuzu essential oils.

The benefits of NingXia Red include support fo the energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body health and eye support. A daily shot of 2-4 ounces helps support overall wellness with powerful antioxidants!

Deep Relief Roll-on
Deep Relief is one of Young Living's most popular blends, and for good reason! With nine muscle-loving essential oils, including Dorado Azul, Peppermint, and Wintergreen, its the perfect gym or travel companion. Apply Deep Relief to muscles for a refreshing, cooling sensation and invigorating scent that will give the aches and tension a little TLC! Find out more in April's Ditch and Switch blog post.

Pure Protein Complete
Pure Protein Complete is a full-spectrum protein supplement that combines a proprietary five-protein blend, amino acids, and ancient peat and apple extract to deliver 25 grams of protein per serving in tow delicious flavors, Vanilla Spice and Chocolate Deluxe. Both are delicious and never chalky. 

Pure Protein contains a mix of cow and goat whey, pea protein, egg white protein, and organic hemp seed protein that provides a full range of amino acids to support overall protein utilization in the body. Ancient peat and apple extract, along with a powerful B-Vitamin blend, completes the formula. Together, they support ATP production, the energy currency of the body.

Balance Complete
Balance Complete is a superfood-based meal replacement that is both a powerful nutritive energizer and a cleanser. Offering the benefits of NingXia wolfberry powder, brown rice bran, barley grass, extra virgin coconut oil, aloe very, cinnamon powder, and our premium whey protein blend which means 

Balance Complete is high in fiber, high in protein, and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals needed for a nutritionally dynamic meal. Balance Complete also features Young lIving's proprietary V-Fiber blend, which supplies an amazing 11 grams of fiber per servings, absorbs toxins, and satisfies the appetite while balancing the body's essential requirements.

Super B Tablets
Super 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.
For more whey we love Super B Tablets, check out the April Supplement Spotlight blog post.

Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream
Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream is THE cream you want for all the aches, pains and sore things! This plant-based formula combines the power of Wintergreen essential oil with he exclusive Cool Azul essential oil blend and NO synthetic ingredients, fragrance, or fillers. 

The methyl salicylate found in Wintergreen helps alleviate pain deep in the muscles and joints, and natural methanol found in Peppermint provides a cooling effect. Commonly used OTC muscle rubs simply make your skin tingle, but Cool Azul Pain Cream will actually help support your muscles when they need it and give your relief!

For more on this incredible OTC product, check out April's Ditch and Switch blog post.

Want to try these essentials (Peppermint Essential Oil, NingXia Red - 2 Pack, Deep Relief Roll-on, Pure Protein Complete - Vanilla and Chocolate - choose Balance Complete if vegetaria), Super B Tablets, Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Peppermint Oil Spotlight - April 2021

PEPPERMINT

April's Oil of the Month


Energy, vitality, and fitness - things we all want, right? We want healthy, strong bodies, minds and spirits, which is why we are committed to using our favorite Young Living oils and products consistently and frequently! And peppermint essential oil is definitely one of our most used for this purpose.

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in April! My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.

Peppermint AT A GLANCE:

  • Cools fatigued muscles after physical activity
  • Produces a focused environment when diffused
  • Provides a refreshing experience when mixed with your favorite shampoo or when applied to skin after a warm day in the sun
  • Creates an invigorating and refreshing experience when inhaled

Key Constituents

  • Menthol
  • Menthone
  • Menthofuran
  • 1,8-Cineole (Eucalyptol)
  • Isomenthone
  • Neomenthol
  • Menthyl acetate

PEPPERMINT & EMOTIONS 

Peppermint also has a strong emotional benefits. The bright, crisp aroma is wonderful to inhale to soothe anxious feelings, uplift the spirits and calm racing thoughts and restlessness.  When we inhale oils, the area of our brain dealing with memory and mood is affected, so diffusing or applying peppermint oil can help us tremendously. It's wonderful paired with citrus oils for a vibrant, uplifting aroma!

PEPPERMINT & RAINDROP:

DAILY HABITS WITH PEPPERMINT:

  • Add a drop or two to the back of the neck to support alertness and focus! Also diffuse during school, homework or work time.
  • Add peppermint to an Epsom salt bath and/or use for a post-workout massage to ease and support tired muscles.
  • Add a few drops to dryer balls for the fresh smelling laundry.
  • Apply with coconut oil to the chest and back to support the airways. This is wonderful before lying down at bedtime. You can also add Lemon, Lavender, RC, and Raven.
  • Add a drop directly to the belly button to lower body temperature when needed.
  • Make a Tension Roll-On. Give tired, tense, or sore muscles some love! One great thing about Peppermint is that it actually helps support our muscles and tendons through the strain versus simply making the skin tingle like convention pain creams. In a 10 mL roller bottle add:
    • 10 drops Peppermint
    • 10 drops PanAway
    • 10 drops Copaiba
    • 5 drops Oregano or Marjoram
    • Top off with a carrier oil. Apply frequently and consistently
    • Avoid getting too close to the eyes. If you get it in your eyes, rub with coconut oil or other carrier oil.
  • Make a Digest Roll-On. Throughout history, peppermint has been used to calm and soothe digestive needs, so adding it to your digestive blends makes sense! There's a reason all the items on the GI isle at the drugstore are peppermint-flavored. In a 10 mL roller bottle add:
    • 10 drops Peppermint
    • 10 drops Lemon
    • 10 drops DiGize
    • Top off with carrier oil. Apply over the abdomen as needed!

DIFFUSE: 

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the refreshing scent of peppermint this month!

ALSO FOUND IN:

Will you join us in using Peppermint oil daily to support our health and cultivate energy and vitality! Lets create great daily habits that support our overall health!

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

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

Pain Cream Ditch and Switch - April 2021


April's Ditch & Switch

PAIN CREAMS


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

Join us as we detox our homes and switch out conventional products for cleaner, greener and better options! 

For April, let’s make a simple swap that can make a big difference - Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream! Say goodbye to all the stinky muscle rubs and grab a tube of Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream!

Lets talk about conventional over the counter pain and muscle rubs for just a second. Did you know that products that are cool and hot simply contain ingredients that make your skin tingle so you forget about the muscle pain beneath it? They don't actually help support muscles, tendons and tissues that are in need of help. Plus they are filled with less than ideal ingredients like petrolatum, artificial colorants and fragrance.

Here's a quick low-down on the real “F word” - fragrance. Fragrance is a very loosely defined term when it comes to use in personal care and household products. Fragrance and synthetic perfumes are problematic because companies aren’t required to disclose the exact ingredients in the fragrances. Even ‘natural fragrance’ is problematic. Just because something is natural, doesn’t mean we want to rub it on our skin (ie: formaldehyde - a naturally occurring compound that we don’t want on our skin!). So the 'fragrance' listed in those muscle rubs could be just about anything... and we don't want to rub that all over our skin, especially when we need some relief!

Enter Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream! This is one of our absolute favorite products, especially when pair with a little Deep Relief or the CBD Muscle Rub Balm! Pulled or overtired muscles, tension headaches, arthritis, back aches, any ache or pain really! Just a dab of the pain cream, rub in well and roll on your Deep Relief a few minutes later and you're good to go!

The Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream blends Wintergreen oil and Peppermint oil with other high quality ingredients that are amazing for your whole body. The pain-relieving benefits come about in two ways: methyl salicylate found in Wintergreen helps alleviate pain deep in the muscles and joints, a natural method found in Peppermint provides a lovely cooling effect. This formula doesn't just make your skin tingle like other OTC pain creams - it actually gets to the muscles to help relieve the pain and support healing. It is also considered an over the counter product, making Young Living the only essential oil company to have OTC items!

WHY WE LOVE IT

  • Free from fragrance, petrolatum and other chemicals
  • Plant-based formula featuring methyl salicylate from Wintergreen essential oil and menthol from Peppermint essential oil
  • Actually supports the muscles and tissues beneath the skin
  • Has a lovely cooling effect
  • Contains aloe vera and isn't drying to the skin

TO USE

To use, simply apply to the affected area up to three or four times a day. If you need a little extra, alternate with Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream and/or Deep Relief Roll-on!

Join us this month as we make this simple swap that will impact  your health and wellness routine!

Want to try Cool Azul Pain Relief Cream, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Super B Supplement Spotlight - April 2021


Supplement Spotlight

Super B Vitamin



Super B is a B complex supplement that is great for maintaining healthy energy levels, supporting moos and 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 support that system!

WHY DO WE NEED B Vitamins?

B Vitamins are essential to our health and well-being, and each B Vitamin performs a unique and separate function, which is why a 'B Complex' Vitamin is essential. 
Unfortunately, B Vitamins must be replenished oily, as they are water soluble and therefore not stored in the body!
It is difficult to gain all the B Vitamins we need from our food, even in the best case scenario. Plus, different medications such as hormonal birth control can wreak havoc on the body's B Vitamin levels, which is why it's especially a good idea to supplement. This is also a great addition to your routine if you are currently expecting or are wanting to grow your family in the near future.

Super B - Why we Love it!

  • Known for supporting normal cardiovascular and cognitive health, aiding in mood improvement, and sustaining healthy energy levels.

  • Contains all eight essential, energy boosting B Vitamins.

  • Is combined with nutmeg oil and bioavailable chelated minerals such as magnesium, manganese, selenium, and zinc.

  • Contains Organ-FA, a natural folate source derived from lemon peels, and methycobalamin, a more bioavailable source of B12! Our bodies have a hard time absorbing and utilizing folic acid, so we need it in the form of folate. Plus, due to enzyme activity, the majority of individuals need methylated folate for ideal absorption.

LEARN MORE:

Here is a closer look at each ingredient in Super B and how it supports our system:
  • Thiamine (Vitamin B1) is an essential component to energy products, carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function at the cellular level.
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) assists with the production of cellular energy and helps reiterate the liver while supporting normal cellular health.
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3) is important for the production of carbohydrates into an energy source. It can lower cholesterol and regulate blood sugar. (May cause niacin flush. This is a normal reaction where the hands, face, elbows may turn red and feel warm to the touch. It will go away on its own.)
  • Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) assist sixth the secretion of hormones and supports the adrenal glands. Energy is released with metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates.
  • Pyridoxine HCL (Vitamin B6) is supportive to the cardiovascular system - specifically blood vessels. It is the assimilated when B12, magnesium and folic acid are present.
  • Orgen-FA, a natural folate source derived from lemon peels, and methylcobalamin, a more bioavailable source of B12.
  • Biotin (Vitamin B7) helps convert fats and amino acids into energy. It is supportive to healthy hair and nail growth. It can combat yeast and fungus overgrowth.
  • Methycobalamin (Vitamin B12) is essential for red blood cell production, immune function and nervous system function. It works with a Vitamin B6 to support the cardiovascular system. You may have heard of pernicious anemia, which is a lack of B12.
  • Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide) is essential for the proper function of enzymes, muscle contractions and heart rhythm. It supports the cardiovascular system and helps to maintain blood pressure. It Las supports insulin levels.
  • Zinc (Zinc Gluconate) is necessary for immune support, cell regeneration and proper function of hormones such as insulin and the growth hormones.
  • Selenium (Selenium Yeast) is important as its job is to attach destructive cells and helps to support the immune system.
  • PABA (Para Amino Benzoic Acid) works with the 'good' bacteria to produce folic acid and helps to produce red blood cells.
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.
  • Anoneone 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.

HOW TO USE & FAQ:

  • Take 2 tablets daily with a meal, ideally with your first meal of the day.

Join us this month as we use Super B tablets this month and beyond to give our bodies energy and mood support naturally!

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

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

Energy Fitness & Vitality Diffuser Recipes - April 2021

Recipes for Energy, Fitness & Vitality 
April Diffuser Recipes


Spring is in the air, and we are focused on energy, fitness and vitality! Whether you need a morning pick me up or something to calm your spirits at the end of the day, we have you covered. Let's support our health and bring vitality to our homes with April's diffuser blends!

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

Happy diffusing!!

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


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

Jennifer




Lavender is soothing and relaxing, and Peppermint is vibrant and uplifting. Enjoy these Starter Bundle favorites in combination for a diffuser blend that will help you feel calm and focused as you go about your day!





Breathe deeply with this blend of starter kit oils that are incredibly supportive of the respiratory system. Open your airways and enjoy the herbaceous scent of lavender, lemon, and eucalyptus!



This blend is one of our favorites fo the mornings - especially when someone wakes up on the wrong side of the bed. It's also great if you need a 'restart' to your day or when ever you need a little extra something to keep you going! Bright Peppermint, uplifting Joy and sweet Tangerine pair together to bring us a fresh start!


Bring the refreshing vibes of the spa to your home with this diffuser blend. Herbaceous and citrusy, this mix of Eucalyptus, Lemon and Rosemary will make your home smell incredible and give you a boos of happy, positive energy at the same time! Added bonus if you fire up your diffuser while taking a to bath or shower and allow the steam to make your experience even more zen!


Whether it's early in the morning or an afternoon pick me up, this blend is incredible whether you need to get moving. Bright, happy and uplifting, this mix of Peppermint, Eucalyptus and citrus will help will help put a little pep in your step! Diffuse during a workout, first thing in the morning, when you need to focus, or whenever you need a boost.



Are you an early riser? Even if you don't love to jump out of bed before the sunrise, this blend of herb and citrus oils will definitely start your day off right! It's bright and happy and helps to support focus - all things we want at the start of our day!


Yoga and essential oils is such perfect paring, and this duo of Starter Bundle oils is perfect for your yoga practice. Diffuse this blend before, during and after your session to inspire feelings of relaxation and intentionality. Breathe deeply as you sit and meditate and let yourself be grounded.


After a long workout or simply a long day, we all need some rest and recuperation. This trio of oils is just what you need - calming and grounding, supportive of rest and recovery. Valor inspires feelings of calm, Frankincense grounds us and Tangerine rounds out the parting with sweet citrus.




Bright, fresh, uplifting - this blend is all things spring! Inspired by the crowd favorite Lushious Lemon Foaming Hand Soap, this combination of oils is to put a smile on your face.



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

Free with Purchase! - April 2021

Load up on AWESOME Free with Purchase in April



Cultivate a fresh, new routine with this month's promo! 

Diffuse Citrus Fresh as you brighten your windows with a Thieves-infused cleaning mixture, tackle sticky kitchen messes with Jade Lemon or Grapefruit, and use Peppermint and Bergamot to freshen up your laundry room. 

Once you've completed your checklist, diffuse  Tangerine as you relax with the sweet, spring-is-here scent. Qualify today to claim these oils, plus free shipping!

Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we’d be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, free shipping, delivered to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up in my mailbox with fun freebies inside!

Freebies During the Month of March


FREE SHIPPING with any order (Essential Rewards or Shopping Order) of 100 PV or more! Treat yourself to something special and let YL cover the shipping. Simply reach the 100 PV tier and you qualifying order will ship for free.


190 PV Orders

With any order (ER or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 15 mL TANGERINE oil and FREE SHIPPING! If your order is an Essential Rewards order, you'll also receive a free 15 mL CITRUS FRESH and 15 mL PEPPERMINT!


TANGERINE essential oil, 15 mL

  • Fake it till you make it. Don't have time to clean? Keep a few drops of TANGERINE in a 6-oz spray bottle filled with water at the ready. Its bright scent will help any room feel spruced up in a flash.
  • Let in the light. Diffuse TANGERINE while you dust blinds, wash windows, and wipe down sills to get ready for days of fresh air and gentle breezes.
  • Diffuse the situation. Pair TANGERINE with PEPPERMINT and Lime for a morning pick-me-up, with Valor & Frankincense for a grounding blend, or with Lavender & Idaho Grand Fir for sweet sleep.

CITRUS FRESH essential oil, 15 mL

  • Outwit unwanted odors. Add a few drops of CITRUS FRESH to cotton balls and tuck them into sock drawers, the bottoms of trash cans, gym bags, and shoe colsets for a spring-approved aroma.
  • Defeat the dish pile. Add 4 drops of CITRUS FRESH to Thieves Dish Soap for an extra burst of scent, plus the added bonus of a citrus oil that can help cut great from dirty dishes.

PEPPERMINT essential oil, 15 mL

  • Pep up the kitchen. Put 1 drop of PEPPERMINT on a damp cloth and wipe down counters so your kitchen smells as welcoming as a clear blue sky after a spring storm.
  • Cheer up as you clean up. Tired of fighting the mess in your laundry room? Diffuse PEPPERMINT for a peppy, pick-me-up scent that's just what you need to finish. We love it paired with Stress Away, Lavender or citrus oils!
  • Beat the spring blooms. Pair PEPPERMINT with Lavender and Lemon to make a 'Seasons Change' roller or diffuser blend!

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL GRAPEFRUIT oil, a 5 mL JADE LEMON oil 15ml TANGERINE, and FREE SHIPPING. If your order is an Essential Rewards order, you'll also receive a free 15 mL CITRUS FRESH and 15 mL PEPPERMINT!


GRAPEFRUIT essential oil blend, 15 mL

  • Add cheer to your chores. Combine 10 drops of GRAPEFRUIT with 6 ounces of water, 2 ounces of witch hazel, and 9 drops of Lemon in a glass spray bottle for a linen spray that gives a playful kick of scent to bath towels and rugs.
  • Feel like royalty. Combine GRAPEFRUIT with a. salt body scrub for a home spa experience that will have you feeling as fresh as a daisy just in time for spring.
JADE LEMON essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Dish it out. Combine 3 drops of JADE LEMON with half a capful of Thieves Household Cleaner and 1 cup of white vinegar in the bottom of your dishwasher and run a cycle without soap or dishes whenever your machine smells musty
  • Soak up sunshine. Diffuse JADE LEMON for an uplifting aroma as you take a break from your hard work to appreciate the beautiful spring weather.

300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free 15 mL THIEVES oil, a 5 mL BERGAMOT oil, a 15 ml GRAPEFRUIT oil, a 5 mL JADE LEMON oil, a 15 mL TANGERINE oil, and FREE SHIPPING. If your order is an Essential Rewards order, you'll also receive a free 15 mL CITRUS FRESH and 15 mL PEPPERMINT!


THIEVES essential oil, 15 mL

  • Shine up the stove. Add a few drops of THIEVES to a cupful of water and inhale the warm, spicy scent as you wipe away stovetop messes without working about what's in your cleaning solution.
  • Clear the air. Use THIEVES to create a spicy-scented DIY cleaning fizzy that will make cleaning toilets more pleasant. We shared an amazing DIY Toilet Bowl Cleaner during our monthly Make & Chat: DIYs & Hacks in March. Make sure to post #replay when you watch the recording!
  •  Boost your systems. Diffuse and apply THIEVES to keep your immune system happy! To make a THIEVES to keep your immune roller, combine 20 drops THIEVES essential oil blend with carrier in a 10 mL roller bottle. For more oomph add: Frankincense, Lemon, Oregano, Raven and/or RC!

BERGAMOT essential oil, 5 mL

  • Get your shine on. Use a drop of BERGAMOT on a washcloth for maximum shine as you scrub down bathroom and kitchen faucets.
  • Let it go. Diffuse BERGAMOT for a citrusy scent as you tuck winter-only pieces away to make room in your closet for warm-water favorites. 

For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in April.


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

New Product Collections 2021!

New incredible products and collections!!! Treat yourself to one of the new Empower Collections - which is the only way to get the limited-time White Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser!! It is everything we love about the bamboo Aria diffuser, plus a beautiful streamlined aesthetic. It is beautiful!!
If that isn’t enough, we’re celebrating our one-year anniversary with Nature’s Ultra, which is the only CBD products that come with Young Living's Seed to Seal Promise.

CBD Beauty Boost: The ultimate in self care and luxury! This CBD serum is infused rose essential oil, making it an incredible addition to your skincare routine.

Calm CBD Roll-on: Zen in a bottle! This roller contains some of our favorite calming oils (Lavender, Vetiver, Ylang ylang) plus CBD, giving it a huge impact when it comes to creating a calming environment!

CBD Muscle Rub: Let the tension melt away with this jar of goodness! CBD plus muscle-loving oils like Peppermint, Wintergreen and Copaiba makes for the most effective muscle rub we’ve ever tried!

For more on why we love the Nature’s Ultra CBD, check out these videos from the Young Living YouTube page!


Inspiring others begins by empowering yourself through self-care. Make yourself a priority this month with our Empower Collections launching today! Our limited-time White Aria® Ultrasonic Diffuser is available exclusively in these collections, paired with uplifting essential oil aromas. Now available in a vivid white, create an empowering space with this stylish Young Living favorite that includes the same features as the Aria you know and love. Enjoy built-in sounds and soft LED lights as you meditate on what matters most.

Invest in your peace of mind by inhaling the serene scents of Cedarwood and Bergamot included in the Take A Moment Collection. When you’re ready to take on the day, diffuse the bright, inspiring aromas of Valor® essential oil blend and Palo Santo essential oil from the Make It Happen Collection.

Make sure you are taking time to fill your own cup so that we can love and care for those around us. Grab one of these Empower Collections to make yourself a priority!



  • White Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser
  • Cedarwood essential oil, 15 mL 
  • Bergamot essential oil, 15 mL
Shop only  I  Limit: 1 per account Limited-time offer available until February 28 at 11:59 p.m., MT, or while supplies last



  • White Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser 
  • Valor essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Palo Santo essential oil, 5 mL

Shop only  I  Limit: 1 per account Limited-time offer available until February 28 at 11:59 p.m., MT, or while supplies last 




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

Lemongrass Oil of the Month - March 2021

LEMONGRASS

March's Oil of the Month


Create a healthy wellness routine and refresh your home for spring with Lemongrass! 

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in March! My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use.

LEMONGRASS AT A GLANCE:

  • Includes the naturally occurring constituents neral, geranial, limonene, and beta-caryophyllene
  • Has skin-cleansing properties
  • Enhances massage after activity
  • Purifies the air from bad odors
  • Reduces musky aromas in moist, damp environments

BACKGROUND: 

Lemongrass recalls exotic locales and warm winds and adds a subtle scent of citrus to the air, making it one of our favorite springtime oils! Lemongrass belongs to the Poaceae family, the flowering plants known as grasses. The plant is native to Southeast Asia, South America, and other tropical locations where warm, moist climates encourage its growth. It is distilled from the leaves and woody stalks of the lemongrass plant, and it produces a subtle citrus-herb scent. Lemongrass has a sophisticated and relaxing aroma that can transform your home’s environment into a comforting sanctuary!

LEMONGRASS & EMOTIONS by Eryn Jones: 

LEMONGRASS is a wonderful oil for the "shoulds" and "expectations" we so often feel, whether they are real or perceived. Number 9s on the Enneagram Personality Test feel these in their gut. Rubbing Lemongrass or DiGize over the abdomen or diffusing Lemongrass can help release them and focus on their own needs and wants. (Side note: this can often physically manifest as actual stomach discomfort and these oils can help with that too!)

LEMONGRASS & SKINCARE:

  • Use lemongrass as a spot treatment for blemishes. You can also make your own T-zone toner with this simple recipe:
    • 2oz glass bottle
    • 10 drops Lemongrass
    • 5 drops Lavender
    • Fill with Witch Hazel
  • DIY Lemongrass Sugar Scrub: The citrusy scent of lemongrass is super uplifting, and the oil itself is actually really good for your skin. This simple sugar scrub recipe is perfect for your hands, lips, and body, helps soften skin and is super moisturizing. Massage this concoction gently into your skin to get rid of dry and rough skin, leaving your skin super soft and hydrated. 
    • 1 cup sugar
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 3 tbsp raw honey
    • 10 drops lemongrass essential oil
    • In a mixing bowl, mix together sugar, olive oil, honey, and essential oil until well blended. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.

DAILY HABITS WITH LEMONGRASS:

  • Add a few drops of lemongrass to dryer balls for the freshest smelling laundry!
  • Make your own substitute for chemical-based air fresheners. To a 2oz spray bottle add 10 drops of lemongrass, a splash of witch hazel, and fill with water. Spritz it over carpets, furniture, and linens to eliminate stale odors!
  • Adding 3–4 drops of lemongrass to a sink full of dishes, a load of laundry, or Thieves Household Cleaner for extra oomph and a wonderful, uplifting scent!
  • Add lemongrass to an epsom salt bath and/or use for a post-workout massage to ease and support tired muscles.
  • Reach for lemongrass for sleep support! Throughout history it has been used as a sedative and a tool for anxious thoughts, so it's the perfect addition to your favorite sleep roller. Try this recipe: In a 10 ml bottle add:
    • 10 drops Lavender
    • 10 drops Orange
    • 5 drops Lemongrass
    • Top off with carrier oil. Apply to wrists, back of neck, temples and feet. 

DIFFUSE: 

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations for a green spring home!

  • A Midsummer Night’s Dream: 5 drops Citronella, 3 drops Geranium, 2 drops Tea Tree, 2 drops Lemongrass
  • Apple Pie: 4 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Lemongrass, 2 drops Grapefruit, 2 drops Bergamot
  • Lemon Bars: 4 drops Lemon, 4 drops Stress Away, 2 drops Lemongrass

ALSO FOUND IN:

Will you join us in using Lemongrass oil daily to support our health and create a beautiful spring home?! Let’s create great daily habits that support our overall health!

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

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

Life 9 & MightyPro Supplement Spotlight - March 2021


Supplement Spotlight

Life 9 & MightyPro


While it may seem a bit strange to say, one of the most powerful things we can do for our health is to balance and support our gut! 

Many today consider regularly taking a high quality probiotic to be one of the core pieces to a healthy gut which in turn is a key to brain, immune, skin health and more. Think about it, everything we eat or drink is sent through our digestive system. 

Every. Single. Thing we put into our bodies to give our cells energy passes through this system, so supporting it daily can give us huge benefits!


WHY DO WE NEED PROBIOTICS?

  • Stress, medications, illness, sugar & processed grain consumption, and modern day chemicals all serve to deplete our natural probiotic stores.
  • Because your immune system starts in your gut, many consider taking a high quality probiotic to be one of the core pieces to overall health!
  • Dr. Mercola talks about the importance of probiotics, and yet many of us struggle to get enough through our diet alone.
  • "Your body contains about 100 trillion bacteria -- more than 10 times the number of cells you have in your entire body. It's now quite clear that the type and quantity of micro-organisms in your gut interact with your body in ways that can either prevent or encourage the development of many diseases. The ideal ratio between the bacteria in your gut is 85% "good" and 15% "bad."

BUT not all probiotics are created equally, and unfortunately, the options at the pharmacy counter are less than desirable. We want a source of good bacteria that can easily be absorbed, is diverse yet doesn’t interact with each other or endogenous bacteria, and is potent enough to make a difference in our health! This is why we love Life 9 and MightyPro from Young Living!

LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC

Life 9 is a proprietary, high-potency probiotic that combines 17 billion live cultures from 9 beneficial bacteria strains that promotes healthy digestion, supports gut health, and helps maintain normal intestinal function for overall support of a healthy immune system.

Life 9 is specially designed with delayed-release capsules, a dual-sorbent desiccant, and a special bottle and cap that ensure your Life 9 stays fresh and effective. Each bottle contains 30 capsules, making it easy to use this helpful supplement daily.

Life 9 includes 9 beneficial probiotic strains for full-spectrum gut support:

  • Lactobacillus acidophilus

  • Bifidobacterium lactis

  • Lactobacillus plantarum

  • Lactobacillus rhamnosus

  • Lactobacillus salivarius

  • Streptococcus thermophilus

  • Bifidobacterium breve

  • Bifidobacterium bifidum

  • Bifidobacterium longum

LEARN MORE:

Highly recommended resource when looking for improved digestive health or combating candida: Inner Transformations Using Essential oils by Dr. Leanne Deardeuff

HOW TO USE & FAQ:

  • Ideally take Life 9 in the evening, following your meal for best absorption.
  • Store away from heat (i.e. don’t store it in a cabinet over the stove before you open it) and refrigerate after opening.
  • It is considered safe for pregnancy and beneficial for both mom and baby; however we always recommend asking your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement.
  • Life 9 can be taken once a round of antibiotics is complete to support rebuilding of gut flora. If you decide to take while on antibiotics, separate the antibiotic and probiotic by 4 hours or more.

KidScents MightyPro 

KidScents MightyPro is a unique, synergistic blend of prebiotics (from our beloved NingXia wolfberry - a powerhouse herb itself!) and probiotics all in one supplement specially formulated for children. Packaged in easy, one-dose packets that can be taken almost anywhere you go, this supplement features over 8 billion active, live cultures to support digestive and immune health. Featuring a great-tasting formula that can be added to cold food and drinks for easy consumption, MightyPro supports gastrointestinal and immune health and maintains gut health in children, keeping them up and active. That means fewer missed days of school, day care, and playing with friends!

WHY WE LOVE IT:

  • Convenient to use, take on the go, and tastes great with no added colors, flavors or artificial sugars.
  • Each packet contains 8 billion live cultures + Ningxia wolfberry fibers (and only those things!) to feed that good bacteria and keep our bellies and immune systems happy! The addition of the wolfberry prebiotic allows for the healthy bacteria to multiply from 1 cell to 35 billion cells in just 12 hours, making this pro/prebiotic combo pack a wonderful nutritional punch!
  • It’s NOT just for little ones! Anyone can use these, especially when traveling with Life 9 is difficult! (Life 9 has to be refrigerated after opening.)

TO USE: 

For children 2 years and older, empty contents of 1 packet of MightyPro into the mouth and allow to dissolve. Take 1 packet daily with food to provide optimal conditions for healthy gut bacteria. Can be combined with cold food or drinks. Do not add to warm or hot food or beverages.

Join us this month as we use Life 9 probiotic and MightyPro to support happy digestion and a healthy gut that can have a huge impact on overall health!

Want to try LIFE 9 and KIDSCENTS MIGHTYPRO, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

ProgEssence Plus - Ditch and Switch Feb 2021


Ditch & Switch Synthetic hormones for

PROGESSENCE PLUS


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

Join us as we detox our homes and switch out conventional products for cleaner, greener and better options! For February, let’s make a really impactful change by switching out Synthetic Hormones for PROGESSENCE PLUS!!



PROGESSENCE PLUS is formulated specifically for women and is designed to promote well-being and feelings for relaxation, harmony, and balance. It features some of our most-loved essential oils, including Frankincense, Bergamot, and Peppermint to nourish and moisturize the skin and create a natural, pleasant aroma. But the best part (in our opinion!) is that this 100 percent plant-based serum features naturally derived progesterone from wild yams! 

PROGESSENCE PLUS contains USP-grade, super-micronized progesterone from wild yam blended with essential oils and vitamin E to help women find balance the way nature intended. The unique formulation maximizes the effects of this natural progesterone by utilizing an innovative delivery system that allows enhanced absorption through the skin. Wild yams are said to help normalize blood sugar levels, combat weight gain and hair loss, and help reduce the occurrence of hormonal headaches. Progessence Plus also helps promote restfulness and sleep.

Primary Benefits of PROGESSENCE PLUS

  • Naturally encourages the body’s optimal hormone balance
  • Takes away the dragon of the monthly cycle, PMS symptoms, mood, acne, and more. 
  • Is portable, better smelling, and absorbs more quickly than other progesterone supplements
  • Does not require cycling of the application site.

Suggested Use

  • Apply 2–4 drops 2 times daily on the neck, forearm or other soft-tissue area. For added effect, apply 1–2 drops along forearms 2 times daily. It does not need to be rotated on different areas of the body or cycled throughout the month. We love to add a roller fitment to ours and swipe over the front of the throat and on the forearms morning and evening!
  • Individual needs may vary. Dosage and duration vary from person to person based on age, current progesterone levels, and menstruation (premenopausal, postmenopausal). 
  • We recommend using PROGESSENCE PLUS consistently for at least two months for optimal results. If you are switching from conventional hormones to Progessence Plus, we suggest using it six months as your body will need time to recover from synthetic hormones and hormonal imbalance. As always, working with a functional medicine doctor or naturopath is a great way to get extra support! 

Who Can Take PROGESSENCE PLUS?

  • Menstruating females over the age of 12
  • Pre-and postmenopausal women
  • Women seeking natural hormone balance
  • Women looking for a calming sleep aid

For more:

Why should I not take Progessence Plus while on hormonal birth control?

  • It is not recommended to use conventional hormonal birth control and Progessence Plus together. This is because hormonal birth controls come with a multitude of possible side effects, because it would be impossible to distinguish any side effects (or positive results), and because scientifically the two are seeking to accomplish OPPOSITE results. 
  • PROGESSENCE PLUS is utilized to balance female hormones and restore a state of optimum health. Conventional hormonal birth control actually works to keep female hormones unbalanced to maintain a state of  infertility. Please work with your functional medicine doctor or naturopath to support your personal family planning needs! 
  • More here: https://www.mamanatural.com/natural-birth-control/

Info on the warning on the bottle required by the state of California "We appreciate your concern regarding California's Proposition 65 warnings which are legally required to be on our Progessence Plus product. Proposition 65 requires that products sold in California which carry any ingredients deemed to the California legislature to be hazardous to health must carry the warning you see on our label. In the case of Progessence Plus, California requires the warning on all progesterone-containing products. However, California law does not distinguish between the synthetic medroxyprogesterone which is the cause of California's concern, and the natural progesterone which we derive from yams and which are widely used in the health industry. Both are generically referred to as "progesterone," which is the ingredient name in California's list. If you would like further information on this topic, we recommend you contact your healthcare professional for further information.

Join us this month as we make this simple swap that can have a huge impact on our overall health!


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

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

Endoflex - Oil of the Month Feb 2021


OOTMEndoFlex

Create Healthy Habits and Happy Hormones in February with Endoflex!

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in February! My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use!


In our modern world, glands like our thyroid and adrenals have to work ever harder to keep us healthy, and we want to support them properly! Endoflex oil blend is a great way to do just that.


WHAT IS ENDOFLEX? Endoflex is a blend of the following oils:

  • Spearmint - A rocket pack for your metabolism while supporting your nervous system to bring beautiful balance.
  • Sage - Commonly used for purification and release of the negativity that wears us down from the inside - physically and emotionally
  • Geranium - Say "I love you" to your hormones, liver, and pancreas with this beautiful, floral oil that is great for the endocrine system.
  • Myrtle - You say "Thyroid?" I say, "Myrtle!" Pair them together and watch the beautiful friendship begin.
  • German Chamomile - Calming to your system and especially supportive of healthy liver function.
  • Nutmeg - The star of adrenal support. Like a car that can't shift into the next gear, when our adrenals are worn out, we will sputter and find no oomph to continue moving forward.
  • Sesame Seed Oil - Rich in Vitamin E and nourishing to the skin and body.

WHAT DOES IT DO? Endoflex supports healthy thyroid function, hormones, metabolism, and adrenals - the entire endocrine system! This oil blend will help all of these pieces of your puzzle come together as you gradually work your way to a place of more energy that comes from within. By providing balance to this body system, Endoflex gives vital support to the pituitary and pineal glands as well as the parathyroid, thymus and adrenal glands. Endoflex essential oil can help support your body's natural metabolic function which could in turn aid in shedding some extra pounds.

This blend is often very beneficial for teens and kids who are developing hormonally because today's environment and habits put early strain on these areas of their health.

DAILY HABITS WITH ENDOFLEX

  • Add one drop of EndoFlex Vitality to your daily Ningxia Red or drop under your tongue daily for endocrine system support. (This is the best, most effective way to really support your hormones!) I like a drop or two of Endoflex Vitality in my soda water - YUMMY!
  • Dilute in a roller and apply daily over the thyroid (front of the throat), kidneys and adrenals (lower back), and bottom of the feet 1-2 times a day (or more for more acute support!). For a 10mL roller do 40-50 drops Endoflex and fill with a carrier of choice. 
  • Ladies, pair with Progessence Plus for a dynamic duo of hormone support! For the guys, pair with Shutran!

DIFFUSE: Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations for hormone support with Endoflex!

  • Gentle Blossoms: 3 drops Roman Chamomile + 4 drops Endoflex + 2 drops Grapefruit
  • Lovely: 4 drops Endoflex + 4 drops Citrus Fresh + 3 drops Frankincense
  • Love Potion: 4 drops Bergamot + 3 drops Endoflex + 3 drops Vetiver
  • Candy Hearts: 4 drops Endoflex + 3 drops Wintergreen + 3 drops Orange

Want to see more diffuser blends for February? Check out these 9 amazing Diffuser Blends for February that highlight Endoflex (which is FREE this month, by the way!)


Will you join us in using Endoflex oil blend daily to support and balance our endocrine system which basically runs the show?! Let’s create great daily habits that support our overall health!

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

Essentials - Feb 2021



February 2021 Essentials
What should I order?



February is the month of love, and we want to give our bodies all the TLC and support they need!

Join us this month as we focus on balancing hormones and taking care of ourselves daily so that we can have flourishing relationships with those around us. 

Here are a few essential items we’re using in February!


Progessence Plus

Progessence Plus is our favorite hormone support serum! 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! 

Endoflex Essential Oil Blend

Endoflex is a blend of Spearmint, Sage, Geranium, Myrtle, German Chamomile, Nutmeg and Sesame Oil that supports healthy thyroid function, hormones, metabolism, and adrenals! This oil blend will help all of these pieces of your puzzle come together as you gradually work your way to a place of more energy that comes from within. AND its FREE this month when you grab those everyday items.

Grapefruit Essential Oil

This citrus beauty does so much more than add a burst of flavor to your water or fresh scent to your room! Straight from the cold pressed peels of this lush fruit you will find an oil PACKED with so many wonderful uses. The properties found in grapefruit support health from the inside out as a dietary oil to strengthen metabolism to skin cleansing and revitalizing. It is great for helping curb sugar cravings, supports a healthy metabolism, supports energy and endurance, and boosts skin health and glow!

Thyromin

Thyromin is a special blend of porcine glandular extracts, herbs, amino acids, minerals, and therapeutic-grade essential oils in a perfectly balanced formula that maximizes nutritional support for healthy thyroid function. The thyroid gland regulates body metabolism, energy, and body temperature. Being proactive and supporting our thyroid in getting the proper amino acids and minerals is important to support a healthy lifestyle regimen! I've got even more information for you about THYROMIN.

Sensation Hand & Body Lotion

Sensation Hand & Body Lotion is our favorite moisturizing cream that contains several pure essential oils revered by Cleopatra! Ylang Ylang encourages relaxation, and Jasmine enhances feelings of femininity. This is an easy way to turn your daily routine into an indulgent ritual suited for a queen!

NingXia Red

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine with this powerful, whole-body supplement. This wolfberry puree is infused with essential oils and also contains plum, aronia, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, so it is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness. The benefits of NingXia Red include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health!


Want to try these essentials (Progessence Plus Serum, Endoflex oil blend, Grapefruit essential oil, Thyromin, Sensation Hand & Body lotion, and NingXia Red), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Diffuser Recipes - Jan 2021

Start off your 2021 with these
amazing Diffuser Recipes

Diffusing is such a wonderful health habit, and this recipes are perfect for January and all the health and wellness goals it holds! Refresh and renew with us this month as we focus on creating healthy habits that last. The January diffuser recipes are wonderful for cleansing the air, the body, and your emotions all while making your home smell INCREDIBLE with none of the toxins found in candles and "air fresheners".

Happy diffusing!!

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

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

Jennifer







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

 
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