How to Use June's Gifts with Purchase - 2023

How to use June's
Gifts with Purchase


We are ready to soak in this sun-filled month with June's free items! Give your hair, skin and nails some summertime TLC with SulfurZyme capsules, whip up a lovely roller with Bergamot and a free roller set, keep outdoor annoyances and unwanted odors at bay with Purification, and earn Loyalty Rewards points all at once!

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

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

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

Purification essential oil blend is a combination of Citronella, Lavandin, Lemongrass, Myrtle, Rosemary, and Tea Tree that is formulated for diffusing to neutralize and cleanse your home and work environment. It is also soothing to your skin for everyday irritations.

Add to wool dryer balls to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.

Place a few drops of Purification on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness: air vents, drawers, shoes, gym bags, rain boots, garbage cans, etc.

Drop Purification directly into areas that need some freshening - rain boots, forgotten laundry, diaper pails, etc.

Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup Dead Sea Salt
  • 20 drops Purification
  • 20 drops Lemon
    Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with a lid, add:
Use Purification in the car with Young Living's Car Vent Diffuser to fight lingering food and gym bag odors.

Add Purification to a glass spray bottle with water and spritz it on linens and/or add to Thieves Household Cleaner.

Use Purification to support healthy airways.

Apply it topically to calm everyday skin irritations or use to spot-treat blemishes 

Try this T-Zone Roller. In a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10-15 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Purification
  • Jojoba oil or carrier of choice
Indulge in this DIY Bath Soak for a little TLC:
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (more than just hands!).
  • 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
  • 40 drops essential oils - Purification, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination. (For a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce.)
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
    Check out these other essential oil combinations of the Hand Salve from November, December, January, February, and March.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak. Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap.
  • 2 lb melt and pour soap base
  • 1/2 cup powdered goat milk
  • 2 tbsp organic raw honey
  • 1 tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils of choice (Purification, Tangerine, Cedarwood, Lavender - alone or in combination)
  • Soap molds
  • Dried flowers (optional)
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler.
    Step 2 - Whisk in remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Let sit overnight.
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak. Mix all together and add to your bath water with the ACV.
Add 5 drops of Purification to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to support the airways. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil. To a 4 oz pump bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Purification essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Diffuse this purifying oil to help cleanse and freshen your space.
Morning Sunshine - 3 drops each Purification, Lemon, Jade Lemon, & Tangerine
Happy Noses - 4 drops Purification, 3 drops each Lemon & R.C.
Fresh Laundry - 4 drops each Purification, Tangerine, & Lavender
Travel Buddy - 4 drops each Purification & Thieves, 2 drops Lemon

See the Purification Spotlight for TONS more ways to use this oil!
Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot is a household staple oil for so many things! The crisp, citrusy aroma is uplifting and harmonizing, and it makes a wonderful addition to DIYs and diffuser blends. This oil is one we love to have around!

Use Bergamot in your household DIYs

Add 20 drops of Bergamot to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a fresh twist. 

Add a few drops to Wool dryer balls for crisp laundry.

Use to make a Laundry Scent Booster:
Add Bergamot to your daily skincare and self-care routine

Make a Happy Heart roller for daily cardiovascular support:
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 20 drops Bergamot
  • 15 drops each Lavender, Cypress, & Rosemary
  • Carrier of choice
Add to your moisturizer or make this Daily Glow Serum: 
  • 2 oz dropper bottle
  • 10 each drops Frankincense, Sandalwood, & Bergamot
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Cologne Roller:
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 15 drops Bergamot & Valor
  • 10 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Keep Calm roller and apply it frequently throughout the day. Apply over the heart, wrists, neck, chest as desired.
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 10 drops each Valor, Frankincense, Stress Away, & Bergamot 
  • Fill with carrier
Use Bergamot in an after shave oil or balm:
  • 1 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup shea butter
  • 20-30 drops total essential oils (Bergamot, Grapefruit, Ylang ylang)
    Step 1 - In a small pot, combine coconut oil and shea butter on medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and add essential oils. Mix well.
    Step 2 - Let cool in the fridge for 30–45 minutes or until the mixture is no longer clear. It should have a soft texture. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whip the product for about 2–3 minutes or until it looks like foam and forms peaks. Store in a glass jar at room temperature.
Try a simple natural deodorant with equal parts Patchouli and Bergamot plus carrier in a 30 mL roller bottle.

Diffuse with Bergamot

Diffuse this uplifting citrus oil any time of day:
  • Mulled Cider - 4 drops Christmas Spirit, 3 drops Bergamot, 2 drops each Clove & Grapefruit
  • Golden Hour - 4 drops each Lavender, Frankincense, & Bergamot
  • Warm Hug - 3 drops Lavender, Bergamot, Grapefruit + 2 drops Vanilla
  • Spring Wreath - 4 drops Eucalyptus, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Lemon, 2 drops Lime
  • Deep Breath - 4 drops each Bergamot, Lemon, & R.C.
See the Bergamot Spotlight for TONS more ways to use this oil!

SulfurZyme Supplement

Sulfurzyme combines wolfberry with MSM, a naturally occurring organic form of dietary sulfur needed by our bodies every day to maintain the structure of proteins, protect cells and cell membranes, replenish the connections between cells, and preserve the molecular framework of connective tissue. This supplement not only supports digestion, it promotes healthy hair, skin, nails, joints and immunity!

  • Take 2 capsules 2 times daily or as needed 1 hour before or after meals.
  • Mix ½ tsp. of powder with NingXia Red or distilled water and take twice daily. Best taken 1 hour before or after meals.
Read more about SulfurZyme on this Supplement Spotlight blog post. You can find more about other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.
 Set of 3 Roller Bottles

One of our favorite ways to use our oils is in roller blends! This month you'll get 3 color-coordinated roller bottles on Loyalty Rewards!

This is a wonderful way to create custom blends based on your needs. The options are limitless, but here are some of our most used! Note: All recipes are for a 10mL roller bottle. See below for general dilution guidelines as well! 

Making roller blends is simple. All you need is a roller bottle (we typically use 10 mL bottles), carrier oil (we love V-6 carrier oil) and essential oils of choice.


WELLNESS ROLLER
  • 10 drops each Thieves, Frankincense, Pine, Oregano
  • Optional: 5-10 drops Geranium
  • Carrier of choice
SLEEP ROLLER
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Valor
  • Optional: 10 drops RutaVaLa
  • Carrier of choice
HAPPY TUMMY ROLLER
  • 10 drops each Lemon, Peppermint, DiGize
  • Carrier of choice
BREATHE EASY ROLLER
  • 10 drops each R.C. or Raven, Lemon, Lavender,  Frankincense
  • Optional: 5-10 drops Melrose or Purification
  • Carrier of choice
KEEP CALM ROLLER
  • 20 drops each Peace & Calming
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Tangerine
  • Optional: 5 drops Patchouli or Vetiver
  • Carrier of choice
FOCUSED ROLLER
  • 10 drops each Cedarwood, Peppermint, Vetiver, GeneYus
  • Carrier of choice
BITE BUSTER ROLLER
  • 15 drops each Lavender, Roman Chamomile
  • 10 drops each Purification or Melrose, Helichrysum
  • Carrier of choice
BOO-BOO ROLLER
  • 20 drops Helichrysum
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Frankincense 
  • Carrier of choice
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Cypress Essential Oil Spotlight - May 2023

Cypress Essential Oil Spotlight



Cypress is one of our favorite conifer oils - deep, woodsy and full of incredible health benefits! Whether you are looking for healthy skin and hair, support for your heart and circulatory system, a companion for yoga and meditation or a deep breath of fresh air, this crisp woodsy oil is what you need. 

Just a Drop of Cypress

  • Has a clean, evergreen aroma
  • Supports healthy circulation and heart health
  • May help to reduce the appearance of blemishes when applied topically
  • Promotes the appearance of healthy-looking hair and skin
  • Is a great companion for dry brushing and lymphatic health
  • Creates a grounding atmosphere when diffused
We love the tree oils and Cypress is no exception! It's in some of our favorite blends like R.C. and Aroma Siez to name a few, and an ingredient in our beloved Raindrop roller! (more on that below) It's calming and grounding and wonderful on the skin.

Background

Cypress has a long history of use as a construction material due to the durability of its wood, and it was used by the Phoenicians and Cretans to build ships and bows and by the Egyptians to build sarcophagi. Its botanical name, Cupressus sempervirens, is derived from the Greek “sempervivum,” or “live forever. The oil is steam distilled from the branches of the plant to produce an incredible essential oil!

Emotional Support with Cypress

Cypress is calming and grounding and wonderful for releasing stored emotions. It helps ease feelings of loss and creates a sense of security. It helps to heal emotional trauma, calms the body, relieves anger and just helps life flow better. This is a great oil to diffuse for any kiddos having trouble with transitions, new schools, big changes. It is helpful when dealing with emotional trauma and anger.

Cypress also helps with these seasonal feelings. Diffuse or wear as perfume for the following:
  • Grief and loss
  • Insecurity in relationships
  • Worry
Cypress also helps the body detox naturally and promotes production of leukocytes (white blood cells) which boosts the body's natural defenses during wintertime. Emotional health is directly affected by how we feel physically and Cypress helps with that.

  • Rub on wrists and feet to keep up energy
  • Take a detox bath with cypress and Epsom salts
  • Take Cypress to a massage with you and you will benefit from even more soothing of your muscles and it will help with the detoxing too.
Lymphathic health and Cypress

Your lymphatic system is a crucial part of your health, yet an often overlooked one! The lymphatic system is part of the immune system. It works to protect your body from illness, to maintain body fluid levels, to absorb digestive fats and remove cellular waste.

The lymphatic system works hard to filter out all the things the body experiences. And there are some really simple, really easy health habits you can start today to give this system a boost on the daily! Exercise, hydration, dry brushing, Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil and Cypress can be huge benefits for lymphatic health and circulation in general! Use Cypress alone or with Cel-Lite Magic daily for a gentle massage on the arms and legs.

Product Options
Cypress is a key ingredient in some of our favorite products including Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil, Essential Beauty Serum, BLOOM essential oil serum and skincare line, and Breathe Again Roll-on. 
 
Daily Habits with Cypress

Apply to your wrists, neck, or ear lobes during yoga, meditation, or prayer.

Use with Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil for dry brushing and massage for smooth, silky skin and lymphatic health.

Use with Relaxation Massage Oil for soothing tired, cramping legs and feet at bedtime (a pregnancy favorite!)

Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil. 
  • To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle  add:
  • 15 drops Cypress
  • 10 drops Bergamot
  • Optional: 10 drops Shutran or Idaho Blue Spruce
  • Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil
  • Apply to beard and skin and gently massage to keep the hair and skin happy and healthy. 
Make a cologne roller:
  • To a 10 mL roller bottle add:
  • 10 drops each Cypress, Bergamot,Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • 5 drops Ylang Ylang
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Make a DIY Pomade:
  • 3 Tbsp organic shea butter
  • 2 Tbsp beeswax pellets
  • 2 Tbsp jojoba oil
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 3-5 drops each Cypress, Rosemary, and Cedarwood (option to add 2 dots Thyme)
    Step 1 - Melt shea butter and beeswax in a double boiler.
    Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine jojoba oil and cornstarch. Mix well then add in the melted shea butter/beeswax mixture and mix with a hand mixer.
    Step 3 - Add essential oils and mix well. Pomade will thicken as you mix. Transfer to a jar with an airtight lid. Store in a cool, dry place and use as desired.
Give tired muscles some TLC with a simple bath soak. Mix 1 cup Epsom salt with 10 drops of Cypress and soak as desired. Great additions include Cypress, Peppermint, PanAway. This is also great to do when you're feeling a bit stuffy!

Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar 
  • 1 Tbsp Organic Olive Oil 
  • 2 Tbsp Raw Honey 
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 3 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Cypress
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove towel and wipe off scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (not just hands!)
  • ½ cup Organic Olive Oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 40 drops essential oils: Cypress, Elemi, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak! Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap:Whip up this DIY Toning Oil to use after hitting the gym:
  • 4 oz pump or dropper bottle
  • 10-20 drops each Rosemary, Grapefruit, Juniper, Cypress
  • Fill with V-6 Vegetable Complex
    Massage onto problem areas as desired. 
Add Cypress to your laundry soap and wool dryer balls for fresh laundry.

Diffuse
Diffuse Cypress alone or with other respiratory supporting oils like Lemon, Raven, or Peppermint and use it to support healthy circulation and muscles. 
  • Man Cave - 5 drops Cypress + 3 drops Tangerine + 4 drops Lemon
  • Fresh & Clean - 6 drops Lushious Lemon + 4 drops Cypress
  • Cabin in the Woods - 3 drops Cypress + 3 drops Pine + 3 drops Cinnamon Bark + 3 drops Orange

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

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

DIY Mermaid Hair Spritz

DIY Mermaid Hair Spritz

If you want long, luscious locks that are shiny, healthy and strong, then look no further! Bring out your inner mermaid with this daily hair spritz that strengthens hair, promotes shine and growth, and smells incredible.

Mermaid Hair Spritz:
Add essential oils to a 4oz glass spray bottle, then fill with alcohol-free witch hazel. Spray onto wet hair daily. You can also spray onto dry hair to refresh!

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

Want to make these DIY Mermaid Hair Spritz, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Cel-Lite Massage Oils Spotlight - May 2023

Cel-Lite magic Massage Oil Spotlight

Young Living's massage oils may just be one of the most amazing and overlooked product lines. Cel-Lite Magic is one of our most favorites! We love applying this magical blend topically to areas like the legs, abdomen, arms and other areas where we want smooth, toned skin!

Cel-Lite Magic at a Glance
  • Helps improve the appearance of skin's texture by moisturizing and nourishing to improve the natural moisture barrier
  • Replenishes skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Enhances circulation and reduces the appearance of cellulite
  • Makes a great companion to dry brushing
  • Has an uplifting and invigorating aroma with conifer oils and Grapefruit
This massage oil is one of Young Living's most popular products! Cel-Lite Magic tones and nourishes the skin with a blend of Grapefruit, Cypress, Juniper, Cedarwood, and Clary Sage essential oils. It works with your skin to improve the natural skin barrier and improve the appearance of skin tone and texture. When paired with habits like dry brushing, detox baths and daily MultiGreens supplement, this massage oil can be a huge boost for lymphatic health!

Key Ingredients
  • Clary Sage - a floral oil with an uplifting aroma that helps support cellular health and hormone balance
  • Grapefruit - has a fresh, uplifting aroma and provides cleansing properties for the skin and lymphatic system.
  • Cypress - has a clean, evergreen aroma that helps create an ambience of security and grounding, supports healthy circulation and blood vessel tone, helps reduce water retention.
  • Juniper - helps detox and cleanse the body, beautifies and tonifies the skin when applied topically, making it a great addition to lymphatic and post-workout massage oil blends.
  • Cedarwood - has a calming and soothing aroma and promotes the appearance of healthy skin and hair.
  • Coconut oil, almond oil, grape seed oil, olive oil - carrier oils high in antioxidants that promote healthy looking skin
Dry Brushing with Cel-Lite Magic

Dry brushing in conjunction with using Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil is a wonderful health habit! We love to add a bottle of Cypress directly to the bottle of Cel-Lite Magic for more lymph stimulation. 

Dry brushing sweeps away dead skin cells, stimulates the hormones and oil-producing glands in the skin, increases circulation and assists the body in the removal of toxins.  There's something that feels so good about dry brushing in every season but especially in summer!

It's best to incorporate dry brushing into your daily routine either before or after your shower.  You can choose morning or evening depending on what works best for you but what matters most is when and how to apply your lotions and oils. Shower before skin-brushing if you're using Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil on the brush.  You can also shower after dry brushing and then apply the massage oil. 

Choose a medium soft brush and be gentle on your skin.  Your skin shouldn't scratch or be damaged in any way. Use firm, small strokes upward, or work in a circular motion. Start at your feet and brush upward toward the heart. Similarly, when you start on your arms, begin at the hands and work upward. For the stomach, work in a clockwise direction using very gentle strokes. Avoid the chest and very sensitive areas.

Other Massage Oils
Daily Habits with Cel-Lite Massage Oil
  • Apply Cel-Lite Magic following a shower, bath, or dry-brushing to replenish dry skin for a youthful glow.
  • Use it as part of a pampering massage to soothe fatigued muscles, everyday aches, and general discomfort.
  • Add additional essential oils of your choice for a customized experience - Rosemary, additional Cypress or Grapefruit, Copaiba, Frankincense or Elemi, Melissa. We love to add a bottle of Cypress directly to the bottle of Cel-Lite Magic for more lymph stimulation!
  • Pair with dry brushing, Cypress and Rosemary essential oil and taking MultiGreens supplement daily for lymphatic health.
Testimonies
  • I use it everyday when I get out of the shower! Makes my skin so smooth!  Lori K.
  • LOVE IT! Been using mine for about three weeks and love how soft my skin feels and the difference how it looks. - Kristina M.
  • I am using this almost daily along with dry brushing! I am sold completely!! - Whitney M.
  • I use this as after-shower lotion especially in the winter time. My skin just drinks in those “good for you” oils. Thank you YL for skin care products I can trust - Nancy R.
  • I love using this right after a shower. Makes my skin so nice and soft. - Mary S.
  • This is my fave massage oil!!  - Tommi F.
  • I LOVE this stuff!! And it is sooo good for my skin! I typically have little bumps on the backs of my arms - GONE after a couple of uses! - Lyndi G.
  • I use it as shave oil! Not only does the hair grow back slower, but you get the benefit of tighter looking skin! - Charlotte H.
  • I LOVE this magic in a bottle!! With using this 3-4 times a week my skin looks & feels so much better!! - Cori K.

Want to try Cel-Lite Magic Massage Oil, or another massage oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started..

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

DIYs with Lavender

DIYs with Lavender

Lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils and a great beginner oil, making it a favorite for DIYs and roller blends.  From skin care products to relaxing routines, this oil can infuse and enhance many areas of your life!

Lavender is The Grandmother of essential oils - soft and huggable, gentle, smells like flowers, calming, and the one you want around if you are sad, tired, or need comforting. And these DIYs and roller blends will bring the calm, soothing feelings of lavender into your everyday life.

And there's even more DIYs on the Lavender Oil Spotlight blog post!
Beauty DIYs with Lavender

Lavender Detangler Spray
Whip up this simple, clean, non-toxic detangler in minutes and see your hair shine. This simple DIY is perfect for children as well - no more bath time tears!
  • 1 tsp Lavender Volume or Lavender Mint Conditioner
  • 1 dropperful Mirah Hair Oil (or liquid carrier oil of choice)
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops Geranium essential oil
  • Distilled water
    Add all ingredients to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, fill almost to the top with distilled or filtered water, and shake well to combine. Spray onto wet hair as needed and gently comb through to release tangles.
Mermaid Waves Hair Spritz
We all want long, beautiful locks that wave and flow. Let these oils do their fairy tale magic - minus the fin for legs. 
  • 10 drops each Cedarwood, Rosemary, Lavender essential oils
  • 10 drops Joy or Geranium essential oil
  • Pinch Himalayan sea salt
  • Alcohol-free witch hazel 
  • Add essential oils and salt to a 4 oz glass spray bottle and fill with alcohol-free witch hazel. Spritz onto damp hair or dry hair and scrunch for mermaid waves. 
DIY Lavender-Infused Dry Shampoo
There's nothing worse than the feeling of dirty, greasy hair, but did you know that washing your hair too often can leave hair prone to dryness and breakage? It's easy to keep your locks looking lustrous and lifted and extend time between washes by applying a dry shampoo!
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 2 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 2 drops Rosemary essential oil
  • 1 drop Tea Tree essential oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dark hair only (add 1 tablespoon at a time until desired color is achieved)
  • Combine all ingredients. Put in a container of your choice, such as an empty salt shaker or baby powder bottle. Sprinkle on roots of hair and massage into scalp. Or apply with a makeup brush. Leave for 2–3 minutes to absorb hair's natural oils. Brush through hair and style as desired.
DIY Leave-In Conditioner
Love on your locks: Get extra moisture with DIY leave-in conditioner
  • 1 cup aloe vera juice
  • 2 tablespoons Lavender Volume or Lavender Mint Conditioner
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 5 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Cedarwood essential oil
    Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake gently to combine. Spray onto wet or dry hair that needs extra moisture.
DIY Renewal Face Serum
Rub this fountain of youth serum on your face and watch the glow!
  • 8-12 oz glass dropper bottle
  • 10 drops each: Lavender, Manuka, Frankincense, Geranium, & Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood essential oil
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice: chia seed oil, rosehip oil, Emu oil or jojoba oil
  • Apply to face morning and evening!
DIY Lavender Makeup Remover Pads
Instead of harsh makeup removers, opt for these gentle DIY makeup remover pads infused with Lavender essential oil. You'll know exactly what goes into this formula, plus you'll get the benefits of Lavender's relaxing aroma!
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup distilled water
  • 1 tsp castile soap 
  • 1 tsp alcohol-free witch hazel
  • 1 tsp fractionated (liquid) coconut oil https://amzn.to/3tCieLO) 
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Round cotton pads  or reusable cotton pads 
  • 4 ounce airtight glass container
    Pour distilled water in a glass container, then add castile soap, witch hazel, coconut oil, and Lavender. Put the lid on the container and shake well to combine all ingredients. Remove the lid and insert the cotton pads to the top of the jar or until they stop absorbing liquid.
    To use - remove one wipe and squeeze out excess liquid. Gently blot or wipe over closed eyelids until makeup is removed. Store with the lid closed tightly.
Lavender Oatmeal Bath Soak
This Lavender-Oatmeal Bath Soak is simple, inexpensive, and packed with amazing skin benefits. Oats help soothe and repair dry, itchy, and irritated skin, making them a staple in many all-natural beauty products. Epsom salt helps relieve tension in muscles and Tea Tree offers all-natural, gentle cleansing. Lavender and Frankincense create a relaxing and spiritually uplifting atmosphere and help enhance the look of healthy skin!
  • 1 cup epsom salt
  • 1 cup quick oats
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 5 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • 10 drops Tea Tree essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
    Grind oats in a food processor or coffee grinder into a fine flour-like texture, then mix all ingredients in a bowl until oils are evenly distributed. Store in a glass jar and use about 1 cup of mixture per bath. Create a pouch for your mixture using a sock or pantyhose to reduce floating oatmeal flakes in your bath.
Relaxing Lavender Eye Pillows
These eye pillows can be enjoyable just as they are, without warming or cooling. Place them over your eyes and breathe in to relax, relieve stress and help encourage restful sleep. Or you can use them hot or cold. To use cold, place in the freezer for about 20 minutes before use, or keep in the freezer between each use. To use warm, carefully heat in the microwave in 10 second intervals. Be careful to not let it get too hot.
  • 1/4 Yard of fabric (you will have extra) Note: Make sure your fabric is washed and dried before you begin.
  • 1 1/4 cup flax seed
  • 3/4 cup dried lavender buds
  • 20-30 drops Lavender essential oilStep 1 - For each pillow, cut 2 layers of fabric measuring 4.5 inches x 10.5 inches. You'll want right sides facing out for frayed edges or right sides in for no frays.
    Step 2 - Begin by sewing alongside a long edge, making your way all around, with a 1/4 inch seam allowance. Be sure you leave one short edge open to fill the pillow.Step 3 - Mix the lavender buds, flax seed and a few drops of lavender essential oil in a bowl, then fill the pillow bag until it is mostly full. The measurements above should give you the perfect amount.
    Step 4 - Finally, sew the open edge closed containing the insides
DIY Lavender Lotion Bar
Give your skin some much-deserved love! This DIY lotion bar uses the warmth of your body to melt natural emollients and essential oils into the skin to smooth, moisturize and hydrate dry hands, heels, elbows, and more.
  • ½ cup extra-virgin coconut oil
  • ½ cup beeswax
  • ¼ cup shea butter
  • ¼ cup cocoa butter
  • 10 drops each Lavender & Lemon essential oils OR 20-25 drops oil(s) of choice
  • Optional: dried lavender buds and lemon zest for exfoliation
  • Materials: 16-ounce measuring cup, Medium-sized saucepan, Silicone molds or muffin tin
    Step 1 - Combine coconut oil, beeswax, shea butter, and cocoa butter in a 16-ounce glass measuring cup.
    Step 2 - Place in a pot with water that rises halfway up the measuring cup.  Bring water to a boil, stirring frequently until ingredients are completely melted, then remove measuring cup from the pot.
    Step 3 - Add dried lavender and lemon zest, if desired. Add essential oils and stir until completely combined. Immediately pour into molds and let sit overnight.
    Step 4 - Once cooled, remove the lotion from the molds. Store in a cool, dry place.
DIY Lavender Shave Cream
We love this substitute for traditional shaving cream that's all natural, light, and super silky. The best part is it moisturizes your skin while you shave - and you can create it yourself! 
  • 1 cup virgin coconut oil
  • 1 cup shea butter
  • 20–30 drops Lavender or desired oil(s)
    Step 1 - In a small pot, combine coconut oil and shea butter on medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and add essential oils. Mix well. Let cool in fridge for 30–45 minutes or until mixture is no longer clear. It should have a soft texture.
    Step 2 - Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whip product for about 2–3 minutes or until it looks like foam and forms peaks. Store in a glass jar at room temperature.
    Tips: To keep your razor from clogging, rinse it under warm or hot water after 2–3 strokes for a clean shave. Run water above 76 degrees for 30 - 60 seconds so your drain doesn't clog.
Household DIYs with Lavender

Mattress & Upholstery Spray
Keep your mattresses, rugs, and upholstered surfaces clean and smelling fresh with this simple spray! Use whenever you change the sheets or anytime you need a cleansing pick me up!
  • 8 oz glass spray bottle 
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Eucalyptus Radiata, & Tea Tree essential oils
  • Filtered or distilled water
  • Add essential oils and Thieves Household Cleaner to the spray bottle, then gently fill with water, leaving room to add the spray top. Spray as desired! 
Carpet Purifying Powder
Give your carpets and rugs a daily refresh before vacuuming with this simple DIY! 
  • 4 oz glass jar
  • 1 cup baking sodabaking soda
  • ½ cup fine sea salt 
  • 10 drops each Lavender & Purification essential oils
    Add baking soda and salt to a jar, and mix well. Add essential oils, stir, then place the top on the jar and shake well. Optional: use a small knife or drill to make small holes in the top of the jar. Sprinkle onto carpets and let sit 10-15 minutes before vacuuming! 
Lavender Makeup Brush Cleaner
  • 1 cup alcohol-free witch hazel
  • castile soap
  • 5 drops Lavender essential oil
  • 5 drops Tea Tree essential oil
    Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Store in a glass bottle.
    To use - Pour half of the makeup brush cleaner into a cup. Wet the bristles of the makeup brush by holding the brush vertically, bristles down, under running water. Once the bristles are wet, dip them in the cleaning solution. Using a textured surface (a dish cloth will work), scrub the brush in a circular motion. Repeat three or four times or until makeup is completely out of the brush. Rinse the brush until there are no more bubbles or soap in the bristles. Gently squeeze excess water out of the brush and lay it flat to dry. Discard used cleaner and use the other half of the unused cleaner next week!
DIY Commode Spray
Stop bathroom odors before they get embarrassing with this DIY Commode Spray. Whether you're home alone, sharing a hotel room, or hosting a dinner party, spritz this toilet spray before you go to block those bowl-bouncing odors.  
  • 8 ounce glass spray bottle 
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable glycerin 
  • 6 teaspoons rubbing alcohol 
  • Approximately 6 ounces distilled water
  • 2 teaspoons Thieves® Household Cleaner
  • 30-40 drops each Lavender, Eucalyptus Radiata essential oils OR oil(s) of choice
    Combine essential oils and vegetable glycerin in spray bottle. Add rubbing alcohol and Thieves Household Cleaner; mix well. Fill to the top with distilled water. Shake well until thoroughly combined. Store on the back of the commode for easy use!
    To use - Shake well, then spray 3-6 times into the toilet bowl before you go. Do your business and flush as usual.
DIY Scented Sachets
In the rush of our daily routines, we often pass by mundane spaces like our lingerie drawer or linen closet without a second thought. Making something sweet-smelling for these nooks and crannies will produce a simple pleasure to greet you each time you open a drawer or cupboard in your home.
  • ½ cup uncooked rice
  • ¼ cup Epsom salt 
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide (or go green and use an old sock, fabric scraps, etc.)
  • 40 drops Lavender essential oil
    In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your pouch. Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
DIYs for Kids

Homemade Calming Play Dough
Here is an activity for the kids that is  free of harmful dyes and ingredients and leaves the house and their little hands smelling AMAZING  - plus it has calming properties. You can make this together, super easy, then let them play the crisp, fall day away!!
  • 2 cups cornstarch
  • 1 cup Kidscents lotion
  • 10 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Mix all the ingredients together and let their imaginations run wild!
DIY Moon Sand
  • 2½ cups fine sand
  • 1½ cups cornstarch
  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • Natural food coloring (optional)
  • 10-15 drops Lavender essential oil or oil(s) of choice
    Step 1 - Add sand and cornstarch to a bowl and sift thoroughly until combined. Add food coloring drops and mix until color is incorporated.
    Step 2 - Add in oil gradually, stirring until the mixture forms a dense sand. No coconut oil lying around? Sub in baby oil or vegetable oil instead. Get your hands in the mixture and start to knead and mold.
    Step 3 - Add drops of essential oil and mix until combined. Play away!
    Storage - To keep your DIY sand fresh, store it in an airtight container or reusable storage bag. Keep it in a cool, dry place for up to a month.
    Tips - Use any fine sand you can find at a craft store. Customize plain sand with food coloring or try pre-dyed sand. If the scent fades, add 5–10 drops of Lavender to bring your moon sand back to life.
Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these DIYs with Lavender, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Lavender Oil Spotlight - May 2023

Lavender 

Essential Oil Spotlight



Lavender, aka the loving grandmother of essential oils, has a scent that's a wonderful blend of fresh, floral, clean, and calm. It's this dynamic aroma that has made the plant a classic for perfumes, soaps, fresheners, and beauty products! Lavender is a great beginner oil and a must for every home. Lavender is also highly versatile - from skin care products to relaxing routines - this oil can infuse and enhance many areas of your life!

Just a Drop of Lavender

  • Has a fresh, floral aroma that pairs well with many other oils
  • Can help cleanse and soothe minor skin irritations
  • Can be soothing to the skin after a day in the sun
  • May help reduce the appearance of blemishes
  • Supports aging skin
  • Calms and relaxes the mind and body
  • Soothes seasonal respiratory needs
  • Creates a tranquil environment when diffused or applied topically
  • May help ease occasional nervous tension and improve sleep quality for occasional sleeplessness
  • Contains cleansing and antioxidant properties
  • Supports general wellness
Lavender Essential Oil
from Courtney Critz

Lavender makes me think of a wonderful grandmother. Soft and huggable, gentle, smells like flowers, calming, and the one you want around if you are sad, tired, or need comforting. She has experience and wisdom and seems to be able to fix every problem. She is soft-spoken and makes you feel more rested the moment she's around. And she seems to have that perfect knack with any baby.

For centuries lavender has been used for sleep. It has been put into pillows and mattresses, wrapped up with clothes, added to handkerchiefs (hello, diffuser) and used in aromatherapy for relaxation. It has been added to all kinds of tonics and potions for skin and smelling salts for fragile ladies whose corsets were tied a little too tight.

Unfortunately, over the years, many "lavender" scented items became filled with synthetics and fillers which actually irritated our airways and lost all of their benefits. People even started giving lavender a bad reputation as being unsafe because of all the synthetic, chemical-laden products that had been used bearing its name. There is more lavender oil sold than grown in the world which doesn't really add up right.

But, hooray!, Young Living began growing and distilling its own lavender to ensure a high quality oil, making sure that we had the real thing again. I've planted and harvested it myself in Idaho and Utah! I mean, who wants a fake grandmother? Little Red Riding Hood can tell you that is NOT a good plan.

Today we use our Young Living Lavender Oil in many similar ways. In our lotions, bath products, sleep roll-ons, diffusers, and on our precious babies. It is a gentle oil with a calming effect on everything from our respiratory systems, to our skin, to our emotions. So when you have a problem and you want something to be comforted, whether it's your irritated nose, your foot, or your baby, remember The Grandmother of all oils and give her a try.

Background

Did you know that lavender is part of the mint family and is one of Young Living's most popular oils? Young Living has three farms that grow lavender, located in Utah, Idaho, and France - ooh la la!! Lavender is steam distilled from the flowering tops of the plant, and it takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make one 15 ml bottle of Lavender essential oil. In ancient Greece, Pedanius Dioscorides, a physician pharmacologist and botanist, praised the many qualities and uses of lavender. You can find Lavender essential oil in many Young Living blends, including Stress Away, Tranquil Roll-On, RutaVaLa Roll-On, Forgiveness, and Harmony. 

Product Details

  • Steam distilled from the flowering tops of the plant
  • One of the most popular and most versatile essential oils in the world
  • Grown at the flagship St. Maries Lavender Farm and Distillery in St. Maries Idaho, the Young Living Lavender Farm and Distillery in Mona, Utah and at the Simiane-la-Rotonde Lavender Farm and Distillery in SImiane-la-Rotonde, France
  • Wonderful addition to linen sprays, body wash, body scrubs and more
  • It takes approximately 27 square feet of lavender plants to produce a 15 mL bottle of lavender essential oil.
  • Lavender and Lavender Vitality are the same essential oil. 
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

  • Linalyl acetate - has high quality antioxidant properties and has been shown to support the cardiovascular system as well as the body's response to ischemic injury.
  • Linalool - has been shown to support the body's response to pain inflammation, may help improve sleep, and is considered to support the immune and central nervous systems
Lavender & Emotions

Lavender is great for the many common fears we are tempted to give into:
  • Fear of Abandonment, being left alone.
    By rubbing lavender over the abdomen and using the mantra "I embrace all life's experiences" can help us be open to self-reliance and our contentment to all things. The opposite of abandonment is not being fully self-reliant, but being connected to everything working together for our good.
  • Fear of Criticism.
    This one is huge, especially if you are in a line of work where you put yourself out there often (or if you have a high-maintenance toddler too!). Using Lavender as perfume while pairing it with mantras and unconditional love for ourselves can be a great practice for developing self confidence!
  • Fear of New Things, fear of moving forward.
    Sometimes there are big transitions in life and sometimes it seems scary to open ourselves up to change. Lavender has a beautiful way of calming the central nervous system to help us be more open to change and gaining positive momentum.
Product Options
*Note: Lavender and Lavender Vitality are the same essential oil. Lavender  Vitality is simply labeled differently for internal use.

Daily Habits with Lavender

Lavender is such a lovely, versatile oil that there are many ways we can use it on a daily basis - from skincare to relaxation to health to kids! You can even use Lavender Vitality in all of your cooking and baking recipes. (See the DIYs with Lavender blog post for more!)

Add Lavender to your relaxation routine…
  • Unwind in the evening with a calming, Lavender-infused neck or back massage. Feeling tense? Add a little Peppermint and Frankincense!
  • Use Lavender as part of a bedtime routine by rubbing it on the bottoms of your feet and diffusing it next to your bed.
  • Help little ones calm down for bedtime with gentle Lavender massage. Mix 1 tbsp carrier oil with 5 drops Lavender and gently massage legs, arms and back.
  • Add 10 drops of Lavender to 1 cup of magnesium flakes or epsom salt to a bath to create a relaxing environment. We also love adding Peace & Calming or Frankincense to the mix!
Add Lavender to your wellness routine…
  • Reach for Lavender to release tension. 
  • Use Lavender to support the airways when air quality is less than ideal.
  • Add 5 drops each Lavender and Copaiba to 1 cup fine grain sea salt or organic salt and mineral solution and mix well. To use, dilute 1 tsp of mixture with 8-12 oz distilled water to make a DIY nasal rinse solution for use in a netipot. 
  • Use a drop of Lavender Vitality under the tongue or swiped on the inside of the cheek.
Head On Roller - 20 drops Peppermint, Copaiba, & Lavender, 10 drops Frankincense. Fill with V-6 carrier or carrier oil of choice and roll over temples, across the forehead, on the back of the neck and shoulders. 

Seasons Change Roller Blend - 15 drops each Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Copaiba, then fill with carrier. Roll over the chest, wrists, just below the nostrils. This also makes a great combination for an epsom salt bath or a diffuser blend!

Use Lavender to support skin needs...

  • Apply Lavender diluted with coconut oil to skin after touching something hot.
  • Add Lavender to your moisturizer for oily skin needs or apply it with a cotton ball to blemishes or the t-zone as needed.
  • Make a dry scalp mask with ¼ cup organic avocado oil, 10 drops each Lavender and Tea Tree essential oil. Apply to dry spots of scalp and let sit for 15 minutes before rinsing and washing as usual. Use once a week. 
Make an “Owie” spray or cream (great for kiddos!). Apply to needed area frequently to support natural healing
  • 2 Tbsp solid coconut oil (for a cream) or fractionated coconut oil (for a spray)
  • 15 drops each Lavender, Frankincense, & Copaiba
  • Optional: 10 drops Tea Tree for purifying needs
  • Small glass jar or 2 oz glass spray bottle
Rub lavender and coconut oil on the skin after time in the sun or make an after-sun spray or balm!
  • ¼ cup solid coconut oil (or liquid carrier for a spray)
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 20 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Optional: 15 drops Tea Tree essential oil for extra red/hot skin
  • Small glass jar or 2oz glass spray bottle 
DIFFUSER BLENDS WITH LAVENDER

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! Our diffusers are running 24/7 and Lavender is a great oil to diffuse!! So…. What blends well with Lavender? If there's a scent that doesn't blend well with Lavender, we haven't found it. Bold of us to say? Yes. Still true? Without a doubt!

Lavender's floral aroma is distinctive and unique, yet it mixes well with other fragrances too. Blend Lavender with other florals, and its clean, simple scent will shine. Mix it with spectacular spices or whimsical woods to soften sharp smells. Add a touch of romance to citrus perfumes or a hint of sweetness to herby aromas.

  • Sweet Dreams - 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Tangerine, 3 drops Lavender
  • Sunkissed - 3 drops each Tangerine, Grapefruit, Lime, & Lavender
  • Coastal Oasis - 3 drops each Lavender, Eucalyptus Radiata, & Lime
  • Friendsgiving - 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Lavender, 1 drop Geranium
  • Herb Garden - 3 drops each Rosemary, Basil, Lemon, & Lavender
  • Flower Crown - 3 drops each Clary Sage, Lavender, & Ylang Ylang, 2 drops Nutmeg
  • Seasons Change - 3 drops each Lavender, Lemon, & Peppermint, 2 drops Tea Tree
  • Ocean Breeze - 4 drops Spearmint, 3 drops each Lime & Lavender 
  • Flower Child - 4 drops each Ylang ylang & Lavender, 3 drops Geranium
  • Over the Moon - 3-4 drops each Idaho Grand Fir, Valor, & Lavender 
  • Adventure Awaits - 4 drops Orange, 3 drops each Lavender & Pine, 1 drop Black Pepper
COMPANION PRODUCTS
Testimonies

There are SO many reasons to love Lavender, but don't just take it from us. Check out these community testimonies about this versatile oil!

  • “Lavender is one of my favorite oils. I diffuse it every night with Cedarwood to help calm my kids. A few of my favorite ways to use it is to apply it topically with a roller, add a drop or two to my mascara to help my lashes grow, add it to my baths with Epsom salts for relaxation and add it to my skin serum I make with my oils. I pretty much use it for everything!”
  • “Lavender was the oil that got me started with Young Living! I use it to support a restful night of sleep every night. It is a constant on my monthly order. I also love using 2-3 drops of lavender on wool dryer balls in a load of laundry.”
  • “I love to diffuse it when we homeschool and it just brings the whole house into a calming frame of mind.” 
  • “Lavender is my 3 year old's favorite oil. When she gets an “owie” she always asks for it and a kiss. I love that it's that easy.”
  • “Lavender is a go to oil for so many things. An odd use has been rubbing this on the bridge of my nose. Why? A few years back my eyes began watering and always felt like they had tiny rocks in them. Eye drops helped but that meant the rest of my life. I discovered lavender in the bridge of my nose stops all the effects and my eye doctor was pleased.”
  • “I applied lavender on my sweet baby girl this morning as part of her wellness roller and currently it's going in our bedroom - my firefighter husband asked for it while he napped, regaining his rest from working through the flood down here. So grateful for the sweet gift that Lavender is to our family!”
  • “I love lavender! I used mine today in my seasonal roller along with lemon, peppermint, and copaiba.”

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

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

Spring Collection - Simplified by Jacob + Kait

Simplified by Jacob + Kait
Spring Collection


Give your home a little spring refresh with the new Simplified Spring Collection! Every season this trio is a huge hit, and this launch will be no different. Say hello to Fresh Linen, Spring Rain, and Tranquil Forest essential oil blends. These blends invite you to take a deep breath and celebrate the scents of nature returning to life. The Simplified by Jacob + Kait Spring Collection includes:


Fresh Linen essential oil blend, 10 mL

This blend Lemon, Lavender, Cypress, Tea Tree, Bitter Orange, and Cistus evokes the clean, pure scent of freshly laundered linens blowing in the breeze. It's a perfect springtime blend  to fill your space with a clean feeling of renewal and fresh starts.

  • Lemon, Lavender & Tea Tree: supportive of sinus and respiratory needs
  • Cistus, Cypress, & Tea Tree: purifying and cleansing
  • Lemon, Lavender, Bitter Orange: calming and uplifting  
Spring Rain essential oil blend, 10 mL

This soothing blend of Spearmint, Vetiver, Bergamot, Cypress, Patchouli, and Tea Tree captures the essence of a warm spring rain. It reminds us of new starts and clean slates and is a wonderful way to transform your space into a sanctuary. 

  • Vetiver, Bergamot & Patchouli: calming and relaxing to the emotions, soothing for stress hormones
  • Cypress, Spearmint, Tea Tree: crisp, refreshing and purifying
Tranquil Forest essential oil blend, 10 mL

This earthy blend of Pine, Frankincense, Lemon, Cedarwood, Pepper, and Bitter Orange can create a tranquil, calming atmosphere anywhere you may be. These oils elicit the feeling of walking through a serene evergreen forest just beginning to wake for spring.

  • Pine, Cedarwood, & Frankincense: calming and grounding for the health
  • Pine, Lemon, & Frankincense: supportive of immune and respiratory systems
  • Pepper, Lemon, & Bitter Orange: crisp and uplifting
Favorite Ways to Use

  • Diffuse any of these spring-scented essential oil blends to feel uplifted and cleansing as we move into spring.
  • Use these blends in place of unhealthy synthetic-scented candles or multi-oil diffuser blend recipes.
  • Make a room spray by filling a 4-ounce spray bottle with distilled water, a dash of salt, and 30 drops of oil.
  • Create uplifting spring-inspired bath salts with 5 drops of your chosen blend, 1 tablespoon bath gel, and 1 cup Epsom salt. (Always mix the oil thoroughly into the bath gel before adding to bath water.)
Want to get stared with these yummy spring inspired essential oil blends, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

How to Use March's Gifts with Purchase - 2023

How to use March's
Gifts with Purchase


We are doing a little spring cleaning this March, from our homes to our thoughts to our wellness routines. And you can nurture these daily routines with some of our plant-based essentials for free! Brighten up your space with the Lushious Lemon blend, boost your post-workout smoothie with Golden Turmeric, and relish in your evening self-care routine with Orange Rose Hip Tea and BALANCE cleanser!

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

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

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

ORANGE ROSE HIP BLACK TEA

Water your self-care routine with Steeped Vitality Orange Rose Hip Black Tea, a full-bodied black tea that combines Assam and pu'erh teas with organic herbs and roots for a warm, comforting infusion to your spring mornings or slow evenings.
BALANCE Cleanser

Previously known as Orange Blossom Facial Wash, BALANCE Cleanser is step one of this skincare system. BALANCE Cleanser prevents breakouts and clogged pores by removing excess dirt and oil, while also helping to maintain the natural moisture barrier. This gentle foaming gel is safe for everyday use, relying on non-stripping ingredients to condition and moisturize to help your skin feel balanced.

Key Ingredients
  • Aloe vera powder, orange peel extract, and orange flower extract - these ingredients condition, soothe, and moisturize skin
  • Copaiba, andiroba, and acia oils - sustainably sourced from the Amazon, these oils may help control excess sebum.
  • Glycerin - this ingredient functions as a humectant that draws moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate, smooth, and protect the skin.
  • Naturally derived, gentle surfactants - These ingredients gently cleanse without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier, while also helping to maintain a healthy microbiome.
  • Proprietary essential oil blend - BALANCE by Young Living utilizes an exclusive blend of Lavender, Patchouli, Lemon Peel, and Rosemary essential oil that helps support oily and blemish-prone skin.
Formulated to help you skin maintain a healthy biome, this cleanser will have you saying hello to a happy, balanced-feeling complexion. Pair BALANCE Mattifying Lotion with BLANCE Dual-Phase Toner and BALANCE Cleanser to get the best results.

to Use
Gently squeeze a small amount into the palm of your hand and massage it into wet skin. Rinse throughly and pat dry, repeating both morning and night.

Learn more about the BALANCE by Young Living line of skin care products on this blog post.
Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend

Lushious Lemon is an exclusive Young Living scent that combines Lemon, Lemon Myrtle, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Globulus, and Ylang Ylang premium essential oils. 

Bath & Body Works has nothing on this incredible scent! Lushious Lemon essential oil blend can rival any candle in its ability to freshen a space, and it comes without all the toxins of a scented candle. Plus, this bright, happy blend is infused into a hand soap and a hand lotion, so we get all the good stuff and none of the bad!

Daily Habits with Lushious Lemon
Note: As with citrus oils, avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying Lushious Lemon topically.

Household

Make a DIY Mattress & Upholstery Spray for refreshing lines and mattresses with each sheet change or every time you make the bed. Switch up the oils as you like. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 2 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops each Lushious Lemon & Lavender
  • Fill the rest with water
Diffuse it to neutralize unwanted odors throughout the home and fill your space with it cheerful aroma.

Add 40 drops of Lushious Lemon to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a fresh, spring scent.

Add Lushious Lemon to dryer balls for fresh, citrusy smelling laundry. Use 3 drops per wool dryer ball.

Use Lushious Lemon in this DIY Laundry Scent Booster. To a large glass jar with an airtight lid, add:
  • 1.5 cups Epsom Salt
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 40 drops Lushious Lemon
    Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
    To Use - add 1-2 tbsp into the washer before adding any laundry. Add your clothes and normal amount of laundry detergent.
Personal Care & Beauty

Inhale Lushious Lemon for a mid-afternoon reminder of sunny days.

Diffuse Lushious Lemon (or one of the blends below) while you journal, meditate and process any feelings of lack, frustration or low confidence.

Make the bright, luxe scent part of your signature personal fragrance.

Add it to V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex in a roll-on bottle and apply topically to your chest and the crown of your head to promote feelings of joy and ease.

Apply it to your neck or wrists to create a soft, sweet personal fragrance. Use alone or pair it with Vanilla, Lavender, Grapefruit, or Bergamot.

Make this Sunny Days perfume roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 5 drops each Geranium, Grapefruit, & Bergamot
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
Whip up a Spring Blossom room spray. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 20 drops Lushious Lemon
  • 10 drops Tangerine or Orange
  • 10 drops Joy or Gernaium
  • A splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with water
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 bright, fresh scent of Lushious Lemon.

  • Good morning - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Peppermint
  • Fresh Flowers - 4 drops Lushious Lemon, 3 drops each Geranium & Grapefruit
  • Greenhouse - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Cypress
  • Cloudy Day - 4 drops Lushious Lemon, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Vetiver
  • Fresh Rain - 6 drops Lushious Lemon, 4 drops Clove
You can find more about this amazing essential oil blend on the March 2022 Oil Spotlight blog post.
Golden Turmeric


Turmeric is no stranger to the health scene. YL's Golden Turmeric powder supports the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery after physical exertion because of its incredible powerhouse ingredients.

Daily Habits with Golden Turmeric

  • Mix ½ teaspoon in 6–8 ounces of water, juice, or milk of choice once daily
  • Drink at nighttime as part of your wind-down routine
  • Combine with water, ice, 1 drop of Cardamom Vitality essential oil, and 2 ounces of NingXia Red for a delicious wellness drink
  • Add to a green smoothie (it's delicious with the Vanilla Spice Protein Powder)
  • Steep Spiced Turmeric Vitality Tea and add ½ teaspoon of Golden Turmeric for a cozy nighttime drink
Start your day with a Golden Milk Latte (full recipe is here)
  • ½ Tsp Golden Turmeric powder
  • 8 oz milk of choice
  • 1 drop Cardamom Vitality
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality
  • Swish of Cinnamon Bark Vitality (insert a toothpick into the bottle, then swirl it around in the milk)
  • Dash of ground cinnamon for garnish
  • Option to froth some of the milk and essential oils in an electric frother for delicious foam! 
    Heat the milk on medium low, then stir in Golden Turmeric powder and add essential oils. Stir gently, then top with a sprinkle of cinnamon!
Make a Turmeric Clay Mask (adapted from Hello Glow):
  • 1/2 teaspoon Golden Turmeric Powder
  • 2 Tbsp flour of choice or ground oats
  • 3 Tbsp full fat yogurt or milk
  • A few drops of honey
  • 3 drops Manuka essential oil
  • 3 drops Frankincense essential oil
    Mix flour, turmeric, honey and milk to make a paste. Add essential oils. Apply a thin layer to your face and let it dry for 10-15 minutes (see below for guidelines). Rinse and scrub gently to remove.
While the powerful antioxidants present in turmeric impart that vibrant yellow color, be aware that this same color can stick around a little too long.  A good rule of thumb to follow is the one minute rule — if you notice no discoloration after sixty seconds, leave on for another four minutes. Test again, and keep it on all the way until 10 or 15 minutes, which should be the max for most products and at-home solutions.

For more about Golden Turmeric (April 2022 and October 2022) and on other incredible, oil-infused supplements from Young Living, check out this Young Living Oil-Infused Supplement blog post.
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

DIYs with Thieves - March 2023

DIYs with Theives

If there were only one oil we could have in our arsenal, it would probably be Thieves. This blend of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils is a powerhouse when it comes to our health and our homes, and these DIYs are ones we reach for time and again. 

Beauty DIYs with Thieves

Fresh Breath Spray Whip up this freshening spray and keep it in your bag to freshen up your breath anytime you need it! 
  • 10mL glass spray bottle 
  • 2 drops Spearmint Vitality
  • 1 drop Thieves Vitality
  • Splash Thieves Mouthwash
  • Fill with filtered water
  • Shake well before use.
DIY Oil-Infused Shower Melts
  • 1 Cup Baking Soda 
  • 1/2 Cup High Quality Epsom Salt  
  • 30 Drops Of Essential Oil(s) (Thieves, Lemon, Raven, Eucalyptus, Peppermint in any combination or alone)
  • Water (about 2-3 teaspoons)
  • Silicone mold  
  • Pour the baking soda and epsom salt into a mixing bowl. Slowly add water, about 2 teaspoons, and mix well. If the mixture is not holding, add another teaspoon of water. Add essential oil(s) of your choice and mix well. Scoop into silicone molds and let sit overnight. Remove and store in an airtight container.
  • To use, simply place a shower melt on the floor of the shower near the water but not directly in the stream. Enjoy!
Lemon Herb Foot Scrub
Give your tired feet some love with this Lemon Herb Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp of Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 3 drops each Thieves, Lemon
  • Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove the towel and wipe off the scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Herbal Bath Soak
Make this simple herbal soak or a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC: 
Immune Boost Bath Soak
Try this recipe whenever you feel your defenses going down.
Thieves Lip Scrub
This simple DIY is great for soft, tingly lips!
  • 7 drops Vanilla 
  • 5 drops Thieves
  • ¼ cup White Sugar
  • ¼ cup Coconut Oil
  • Whip coconut oil with a mixer, then add in sugar and essential oils and mix again.  Store in a glass jar. Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a dry towel.
Natural Deodorant Spray
Herbal Oatmeal Bath Soak
This Herbal-Oatmeal Bath Soak is simple, inexpensive, and packed with amazing skin benefits. Oats help soothe and repair dry, itchy, and irritated skin, making them a staple in many all-natural beauty products!
  • 1 cup epsom salt 
  • 1 cup quick oats
  • 1/2 cup baking soda 
  • 5 drops Thieves essential oil
  • 10 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • 15 drops Lavender essential oil
  • Grind oats in a food processor or coffee grinder into a fine flour-like texture, then mix all ingredients in a bowl until oils are evenly distributed. Store in a glass jar and use about 1 cup of mixture per bath. Create a pouch for your mixture using a sock or pantyhose to reduce floating oatmeal flakes in your bath.
DIY Lotion Bar
Give your skin some much-deserved love! This DIY lotion bar uses the warmth of your body to melt natural emollients and essential oils into the skin to smooth, moisturize and hydrate dry hands, heels, elbows, and more.
  • ½ cup extra-virgin coconut oil
  • ½ cup beeswax
  • ¼ cup shea butter
  • ¼ cup cocoa butter 
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Thieves essential oils OR 20-25 drops oil(s) of choice
  • Optional: dried lavender buds and lemon zest for exfoliation
  • Materials: 16-ounce measuring cup, Medium-sized saucepan, Silicone molds or muffin tin
  • Combine coconut oil, beeswax, shea butter, and cocoa butter in a 16-ounce glass measuring cup. Place in a pot with water that rises halfway up the measuring cup.  Bring water to a boil, stirring frequently until ingredients are completely melted, then remove measuring cup from the pot.
  • Add dried lavender and lemon zest, if desired. Add essential oils and stir until completely combined. Immediately pour into molds and let sit overnight. Once cooled, remove the lotion from the molds. Store in a cool, dry place.
Household DIYs with Thieves

DIY Laundry Scent Booster
Freshen up your laundry with this simple DIY!
  • To a large glass jar with airtight lid add
  • 1 1/2 cup epsom salt 
  • 1/2 cup baking soda 
  • 30 drops Thieves (or mix Thieves and Lemon)
  • Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined.
  • To use: add 1-2 Tbl into the washer before adding any laundry. Add laundry and the normal amount of laundry detergent.
Mattress & Upholstery Spray
Use this spray when you change the sheets or anytime a surface needs a little freshening. It's great for those who struggle with allergies too! 
Carpet Purifying Powder
Give your carpets and rugs a daily refresh before vacuuming with this simple DIY! 
  • 4 oz glass jar 
  • 1 cup baking soda 
  • ½ cup fine sea salt 
  • 10 drops each Thieves, Lemon essential oils
  • Add baking soda and salt to a jar, and mix well. Add essential oils, stir, then place the top on the jar and shake well. Optional: use a small knife or drill to make small holes in the top of the jar. Sprinkle onto carpets and let sit 10-15 minutes before vacuuming! 
DIY Commode Spray
Stop bathroom odors before they get embarrassing with this DIY Commode Spray. Whether you're home alone, sharing a hotel room, or hosting a dinner party, spritz this toilet spray before you go to block those bowl-bouncing odors.  
  • 8 ounce glass spray bottle 
  • 4 teaspoons vegetable glycerin 
  • 6 teaspoons rubbing alcohol 
  • Approximately 6 ounces distilled water
  • 2 teaspoons Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 30-40 drops each Thieves, Eucalyptus Radiata essential oils OR oil(s) of choice
  • Combine essential oils and vegetable glycerin in a spray bottle. Add rubbing alcohol and Thieves Household Cleaner; mix well. Fill to the top with distilled water. Shake well until thoroughly combined. Store on the back of the commode for easy use!
  • To use: Shake well, then spray 3-6 times into the toilet bowl before you go. Do your business and flush as usual.
DIY Scented Sachets
In the rush of our daily routines, we often pass by mundane spaces like our lingerie drawer or linen closet without a second thought. Making something sweet-smelling for these nooks and crannies will produce a simple pleasure to greet you each time you open a drawer or cupboard in your home.
  • ½ cup uncooked rice
  • ¼ cup Epsom salt 
  • 1 cup dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide (or go green and use an old sock, fabric scraps, etc.)
  • 40 drops total essential oil(s) of choice: Lavender, Thieves, Eucalyptus, Lemon
  • In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture. Spoon mixture into your pouch. Place anywhere you want to add a fresh lavender scent. Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil.
DIY Cleaning Fizzies
Make these simple and versatile cleaning fizzies to add some plant-power to your cleaning routine! 
  • 1 cup baking soda 
  • ½ cup citric acid 
  • ½ cup cornstarch 
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 40 drops essential oils (Thieves, Lemon, Lavender, Tangerine)
  • 3 teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex or other carrier
  • Ice cube tray or small silicone mold 
    • Step 1 - In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients and mix evenly.
    • Step 2 - In a separate bowl, combine water, essential oils or blends, and V-6.
    • Step 3 - Pour liquids into the large bowl and mix together until combined.
    • Step 4 - Use the mixture to fill an ice cube tray or candy mold about three fourths full. If the mixture expands and spills over the mold, gently repack into the mold.
    • Step 5 - Let sit overnight to dry in a room temperature area. When dry, pop tablets out and store in a glass jar.
      To Use - When needed, put a tablet in the toilet bowl, hard-to-clean bottles, or sink full of dishes to help clean and deodorize. Let sit in the bowl, bottle, or sink for 20–30 minutes to fizz and dissolve. Once dissolved, flush or rinse out.
Tag me over on Instagram @oilisliving when you make these so we can see!

Want to make these DIYs with Thieves, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Thieves Home Loyalty Bundle

Thieves Home Loyalty Bundle



Cultivate a happy, healthy home with this bundle of green home favorites! These products are some of our most used and are such a huge jump start on a low-tox home. This is your easy button when it comes to all natural, plant-based cleaning. Plus all these favorites are all infused with the beloved Thieves essential oil blend, so they not only kick the ick, they smell amazing!

The Thieves Home Loyalty Bundle contains:
  • Thieves Foaming Hand Soap - clean hands with none of the drying that comes with conventional soaps.
  • Thieves Dish Soap - tough on dishes, gentle on hands (and makes a great laundry stain treatment!).
  • Thieves Household Cleaner - one cleaner for your WHOLE house.
  • Amber glass spray bottle, 16oz
  • Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub - all the tough cleaning of conventional scrub with none of the chemicals.
  • Thieves Laundry Soap - tough enough for dirt stains, gentle enough for newborn clothing.
  • Thieves Fruit & Veggie Soak - for clean, fresh produce!
  • Thieves Essential Oil, 15mL - a spicy sweet blend of Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Lemon, Eucalyptus and Rosemary.
  • Lemon Essential Oil, 15mL - a ‘sunshine in a bottle' favorite for cleaning, diffusing and so much more.
DAILY HABITS WITH THE THIEVES HOME LOYALTY BUNDLE

Create a cozy home with these green cleaning products!

Whip up a Thieves Household Cleaner for general cleaning - counters, bathrooms, everywhere!
  • To the 16 oz glass spray bottle add 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner.
  • Option to add 10-15 drops each Lemon and Thieves essential oils.
  • Fill with filtered water.
Pretreat stains with Thieves Dish Soap! Simply drop onto stains, use a wooden laundry brush to rub in, then wash in Thieves Laundry Soap.

Make a stain stick!
  • 30mL roller bottle 
  • Fill halfway with Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Add 1 tbsp hydrogen peroxide
  • 10 drops Lemon essential oil
  • Fill the remainder with Thieves Dish Soap
    Shake well and roll onto stains, then brush with a wooden laundry brush
Try this Laundry Stripping Recipe to remove built-up soap, dirt and residues (great for sheets, towels or clothes that have been in storage!) 
  • 1 cup Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Borax 
  • ½ cup Thieves Laundry Soap
  • ¼ cup Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 4 capfuls Thieves Fruit & Veggie Soak 
  • 5 drops each Lemongrass, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, & Lemon (or just use a mix of Lemon and Thieves if that's all you have!)
  • Mix all into very hot water.
  • Add linens and let soak for a couple hours, stirring every so often. Squeeze out water, rinse and wash per usual. 
Use Lemon and Thieves in DIY cleaning products for a fresh, sparkling home.

Make a linen or upholstery spray to spray on bed linens, couches and other furniture (and ditch the Febreeze!)
  • To 2oz glass spray bottle add
  • Up to 30 drops oil
  • Splash witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water 
  • Drop essential oils onto wool dryer balls (2-3 drops per ball) for fresh laundry without the dryer sheets.
Make a DIY Wood Polish
  • 1 cup olive oil)
  • 5 drops Thieves
  • 5 drops Lemon essential oil
Diffuse Thieves and Lemon together anytime you need a little freshening!

Join us this month as we make a big impact on our health by ditching conventional cleaners for the power of plant-based YL Thieves Household Cleaner!

Want to try Young Living's household cleaner, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Spring Cleaning Diffuser Recipes - March 2023

Spring Cleaning Diffuser Blends

Open the windows and let the sunshine in! March is here and with it, the hint of spring. And we are ready! These blends will freshen up your home and bring the feeling of cool, crisp morning and sunny afternoons. These recipes mix in herbaceous scents from an early spring garden with fresh favorites like Lemongrass that are perfect any time of day. These oils are wonderful for supporting immune and respiratory health as we head into the changing seasons, and they are great for our emotions as well!

Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell happy and inviting all at the same time.

Join us as we diffuse (and apply) these favorite blends during your spring cleaning activities.

LIFE HACK - You can easily transform these blends into roller recipes and sprays!

To make a 10 mL roller from any recipe - triple the number of drops to make a total of 35-45 total drops, add a carrier of choice (we love V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex) and you're good to go.

To make a 2 oz spray from any recipe - double the number of drops to a total of about 25 drops, ad a splash of witch hazel and fill with filtered water. Spray on upholstered surfaces, bedding, rugs, anywhere you want to freshen!

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

Happy diffusing!!

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

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

How to Use February's Gifts with Purchase - 2023

How to use February's
Gifts with Purchase


While the term self-care gets a bad wrap sometimes, we are here to make true self-care a priority. Nurturing daily practices that nourish both body and mind will take you far with your health! And while we do love a good epsom salt bath, there is even more to self-care than that.

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

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

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

Lushious Lemon is an exclusive Young Living scent that combines Lemon, Lemon Myrtle, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Globulus, and Ylang Ylang premium essential oils with other naturally derived ingredients to hydrate hands  

  • Pampers dry skin, including problem areas like elbows, hands, and heels
  • Features mango butter from Indian mangoes to hydrate and protect the skin's natural moisture barrier, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth 
  • Includes watermelon seed oil to absorb quickly and protect against signs of premature aging
  • Formulated to be vegan friendly and cruelty free
You can find more about this amazing smelling lotion on this blog post.
BLOOM Essential Oil Blend

The BLOOM essential oil blend is chock full of incredible oils for skincare and hydration, plus it smells incredible! Vetiver, Blue Cypress, Davana, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood, Clove, Jasmine, Carrot Seed, Spearmint, Geranium, and Sacred Frankincense combine to create a luxurious, sophisticated scent that you will love.

Add a few drops to unscented body wash or Epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak.

Add a drop to your daily moisturizer or make a Daily Glow Serum. To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add:
  • 40 drops BLOOM essential oil blend
  • 30 drops Geranium Bourbon
  • 20 drops Frankincese
  • Optional add-ins: 20 drops each Copaiba, Myrrh, Manuka or Blue Tansy
  • Fill with Jojoba oil or Argan oil
Make this DIY Whipped Body Butter recipe:
  • 1/2 cup unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup shea butter
  • 1/8 cup cocoa butter
  • 1 tbsp Vitamin E oil
  • 20 drops BLOOM
  • 15 drops Tangerine & Grapefruit
    Step 1 - Melt together coconut oil, shea butter and coconut butter, then add in Vitamin E oil and whisk.
    Step 2 - Refrigerate until almost half solidified, then use a mixer to whip for 1 to 2 minutes until a fluffy consistency is achieved.
    Step 3 - Add in essential oils then place in a glass jar.
Make this Floral Bath Soak for a little self care and to give tense or tired muscles some TLC:
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing dry skin (more than just hands!).
  • 1/2 cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • 1/2 cup organic arnica oil
  • 1 tbsp shea butter
  • 2 tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil
  • 3-4 tbsp beeswax pastilles
  • 40 drops essential oils - BLOOM, Frankincense, Lavender & Patchouli alone or in combination
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent - Sandalwood, Vetiver, & Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Dry Skin Bath Soak. Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap.
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak. Mix all together and add to your bath water with the ACV.
Diffuse this fresh blend alone or with just about anything!
Citrus Burst - 4 drops each BLOOM, Tangerine, & Grapefruit
Flower Garden - 4 drops each BLOOM, Tangerine, & Lavender
Keep Calm - 5 drops Vanilla, 4 drops BLOOM
Grounded - 4 drops BLOOM, 3 drops each Lavender & Roman Chamomile
IlluminEyes

IlluminEyes is an incredible eye health supplement featuring lutein and zeaxanthin that helps reduce eye strain, protects eyes from damaging blue light, and maintains vibrant skin.
Learn more about Thieves Household Cleaner:

  • Protects eyes from damaging blue light
  • Helps protect and maintain proper eye health
  • Helps support vision in low-light settings and reduce eye fatigue and eye strain*
  • May help reduce eye health deterioration common with age
  • Maintains healthy-looking skin
Learn more about IlluminEyes in the Supplement Spotlight from April 2021.
Coconut Lime Body Butter

Nourish your skin with Coconut-Lime Replenishing Body Butter - made with coconut oil and citrus premium essential oils to moisturize dry skin, including problem areas such as elbows, hands, and heels.

Grab this body butter to keep skin soft, smooth and hydrated all season long. Its great for everyday use and extra lovely after some time in the dry cold winter air.
Now that you know how to use these Free Gifts with Purchase products and you want to get your hands on them, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Bergamot Oil Spotlight - Feb 2023

Bergamot 

Essential Oil Spotlight



Bergamot is a household staple oil for so many things! The crisp, citrusy aroma is uplifting and harmonizing, and it makes a wonderful addition to DIYs and diffuser blends. This oil is one we love to have around!

Just a Drop of Bergamot

  • Has a zesty citrus flavor that's great in diffuser blends, recipes, and DIYs
  • Uplifts the emotions and senses
  • Contains antioxidants that help support a healthy lifestyle
  • Helps support the cardiovascular system
  • Is a wonderful choice for combating oily skin
Background

Bergamot is cultivated primarily in southern Italy and has been used in the Middle East for hundreds of years as a flavoring, perfume, and addition to moisturizers and cosmetics. Cold pressed from the fresh bergamot fruit that gives Earl Grey tea its distinctive flavor, Bergamot Vitality essential oil has a fresh, complex citrus taste that makes it the perfect addition to many summer dishes.

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

  • Limonene
  • Linalyl Acetate
Bergamot & Beauty

When it comes to skincare, Bergamot can be a great choice! It helps combat oil production, acne & psoriasis. Add it to a roller to use on T-zone or problem areas or add to your daily moisturizer.

Bergamot is also a huge component for many perfumes due to its ability to balance the mix of aromas and harmonize all of the essences. Some of our favorite pairings are:
Bergamot & Emotions

Bergamot essential oil has been studied for its properties to lower cortisol (stress hormone) and to lower the body's sympathetic nervous response (fight/flight/freeze), making this a wonderful oil for emotional support! 

Bergamot has a woodsy, sweet, citrus aroma that is so uplifting to our moods. Bergamot helps decrease stress and is a wonderfully calming oil! Bergamot is often referred to as the harmonizer, helping us level out and identify our emotions. Citrus oils in general are great for creating a calm, uplifting mood.

PRODUCT OPTIONS
Bergamot is also found in: 
Daily Habits with Bergamot

Use Bergamot in your household DIYs

Add 20 drops of Bergamot to your Thieves Household Cleaner for a fresh twist. 

Add a few drops to Wool dryer balls for crisp laundry.

Use to make a Laundry Scent Booster:
Add Bergamot to your daily skincare and self-care routine

Make a Happy Heart roller for daily cardiovascular support:
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 20 drops Bergamot
  • 15 drops each Lavender, Cypress, & Rosemary
  • Carrier of choice
Add to your moisturizer or make this Daily Glow Serum: 
  • 2 oz dropper bottle
  • 10 each drops Frankincense, Sandalwood, & Bergamot
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Cologne Roller:
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 15 drops Bergamot & Valor
  • 10 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • Carrier of choice
Make a Keep Calm roller and apply it frequently throughout the day. Apply over the heart, wrists, neck, chest as desired.
  • 10 mL roller bottle
  • 10 drops each Valor, Frankincense, Stress Away, & Bergamot 
  • Fill with carrier
Use Bergamot in an after shave oil or balm:
  • 1 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup shea butter
  • 20-30 drops total essential oils (Bergamot, Grapefruit, Ylang ylang)
    Step 1 - In a small pot, combine coconut oil and shea butter on medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and add essential oils. Mix well.
    Step 2 - Let cool in the fridge for 30–45 minutes or until the mixture is no longer clear. It should have a soft texture. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, whip the product for about 2–3 minutes or until it looks like foam and forms peaks. Store in a glass jar at room temperature.
Try a simple natural deodorant with equal parts Patchouli and Bergamot plus carrier in a 30 mL roller bottle.

Diffuse with Bergamot

Diffuse this uplifting citrus oil any time of day:
  • Mulled Cider - 4 drops Christmas Spirit, 3 drops Bergamot, 2 drops each Clove, Grapefruit
  • Golden Hour - 4 drops each Lavender, Frankincense, & Bergamot
  • Warm Hug - 3 drops Lavender, Bergamot, Grapefruit + 2 drops Vanilla
  • Spring Wreath - 4 drops Eucalyptus, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Lemon, 2 drops Lime
  • Deep Breath - 4 drops each Bergamot, Lemon, & R.C.
TESTIMONIES

  • "For me Bergamot on my forearms and the tops of my ears is just another layer of help with my emotions.  For me it's not about one magic button but several tools that just seem to get the job done. When I use Bergamot in the mix it's a better day!" - Denise O.
  • "A favorite oil of mine! It's my keep calm but motivated blend: 5 Bergamot, 2 lavender, 3 peppermint."  - Tracy M.
  • "It is a favorite of mine in my happiness blend. 9 Stress Away, 7 Bergamot, 6 Orange, 2 Joy" - Sabrina H.
  • "Smells soooo good with sacred sandalwood. It calms me!" - Hannah E.
  • "So good for anxiety. I like to use it along my hairline, forehead, and temples and feel the stress literally melt down from head to toe." - Chloe B.
  • "Been using 3-5 drops of it with 1-2 rosemary as I'm recovering from surgery. The smell keeps me calm and uplifted."  - Amanda A.
  • "This oil really helped me during my high risk pregnancy. It was calming and grounding and I found myself gravitating to it a lot." - Darrien M.

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

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

Gift with Purchase! - Feb 2023

February's gifts with Purchase


While the term self-care gets a bad wrap sometimes, we are here to make true self-care a priority. Nurturing daily practices that nourish both body and mind will take you far with your health! And while we do love a good epsom salt bath, there is even more to self-care than that.

This month you can snag some of our self-care favorites for free! Plus, if the winter blues have you feeling down, you can mentally escape to the tropics while winter does its worst outside!

How Does it Work?

Every month this generous company loads us up with free items simply for being loyal customers. We purchase items we'd be buying anyway - toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, makeup, supplements and cleaning supplies, etc - from Young Living, and we not only get amazing, high quality products that are safe for our families, we get free products, delivery to our doorstep and product credits galore! I am ALL about boxes of safe, effective and healthy products showing up in my mailbox with fun freebies inside. Just make sure to order a minimum of 50 PV to get your Loyalty Rewards!

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out February's 'How to Use' blog post. Check out the goodies from February's Gift with Purchase to focus on self care and nourishing your mind and body.
During the month of February

As a thank you, say hello to 10 Loyalty Rewards points towards your favorite items for focusing on self care and nourishing your mind and body! Use your points to find some fresh favorites for your new year!

NOTE: for Loyalty orders only.

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

Create a Loyalty Rewards order with a 15 mL bottle of Bergamot plus the items on the "Winter Wellness Box' listed below, and get IluminEyes, Lushious Lemon Hand Lotion, BLOOM essential oil blend, and 10 extra Loyalty Rewards points!!

190 PV Orders

With an order of 190 PV or more , you will receive Lushious Lemon Lotion, BLOOM essential oil blend, and all of the above.


Indulge with Lushious Lemon Hand Lotion! Our signature scent combines Lemon, Lemon Myrtle, Spearmint, Eucalyptus Globulus, and Ylang Ylang premium essential oils, along with many other naturally derived ingredients to leave your skin feeling hydrated.

You can find more about this amazing smelling lotion on this blog post.



What better way to start a self-care routine than by stimulating your senses with BLOOM by Young Living essential oil blend? Diffuse its aroma to create a fresh, nurturing environment or apply it as a rich, floral perfume.

Note: Loyalty Orders only

250 PV Orders

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


Protect your eyes from damaging blue light and support your visual performance with IlluminEyes.

Find more about this eye-supporting supplement on the Supplement Spotlight blog post.
300 PV Orders

With an order of 300 PV or more, you'll receive a free Coconut Lime Body Butter and all of the above!


Nourish your skin with Coconut-Lime Replenishing Body Butter - made with coconut oil and citrus premium essential oils to moisturize dry skin, including problem areas such as elbows, hands, and heels.
For more details and ways to use these amazing products, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in February.

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

Whats a tier?
Basically, the more PV (product volume) you order, the more free products you receive. Order at least 100 PV to qualify for free gifts. Order at least 50 PV to qualify for Loyalty Reward Points. Every time you increase your order volume (up to 300PV) and qualify for a new tier, you receive free products.

Earn points on products
Not only do you receive free goodies, but if you place a 50 PV+ order each month with Loyalty Rewards program, you'll also earn loyalty points on each purchase, which you can redeem for future products.

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

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

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

Elemi Oil Spotlight - January 2023

Elemi
Essential Oil Spotlight

OOTM
Elemi essential oil comes from the same botanical family as Frankincense and Myrrh and has similar properties and benefits—from skin care to aromatic use during prayer or meditation. This is a wonderful oil to add to your collection!


Just a Drop of Elemi

  • A trusty alternative to Frankincense, with a similar grounding and balancing aroma
  • Supports a balanced, even complexion
  • Helps reduce the appearance of blemishes
  • Can be used with massage after exercise to soothe fatigued muscles and joints
Background

Elemi essential oil comes from the gum resin collected from the elemi tree, a large evergreen species native to the Philippines, and its name comes from an Arabic phrase that means “above and below.” Elemi essential oil offers a woodsy, fresh, incense-like aroma that is great for meditation and grounding. 

Elemi has been used traditionally in Europe for the skin. It is highly regarded for reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, supporting healthy skin, and for soothing muscles after exercise. It is also wonderful for promoting heart health.

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

  • Limonene
  • Alpha-phellandrene
  • Elemol, Sabinene
  • Elemicin
  • Alpha-terpineol
Product Options
Davana is a key ingredient in:
Wellness Habits with Elemi

Add Elemi to your wellness roller and use daily to support the immune system. Great additions include Thieves, Pine, Oregano, Lemon and Geranium essential oils.

Give tired muscles some TLC with a simple epsom salt and Elemi bath soak or use Elemi with V-6 Carrier oil for a massage.

Skincare & Beauty with Elemi

Use it as a spot treatment on blemishes and minor skin imperfections. Make a DIY Facial Serum. To a 2 oz dropper bottle, add:
  • 30 drops Elemi
  • Optional 10-15 drops each: Myrrh, Blue Tansy, Cedarwood (for dry skin), Geranium (for brightening), Manuka
  • Fill with carrier of choice
Make this incredible DIY Hand Salve for soothing winter skin (not just hands!)
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 40 drops essential oils: Elemi, Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli alone or in combination
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make this Winter Skin Bath Soak! Adding oatmeal to the bath is helpful for more acute skin needs, especially for children.
Make this nourishing DIY Goat Milk Soap:
  • 2lb melt and pour soap base 
  • ½ cup powdered goat milk 
  • 2 Tbsp organic raw honey 
  • 1 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 60 drops essential oils (Elemi, Cedarwood, Lavender, alone or in combo!)
  • Soap molds
    Step 1 - Chop soap base into cubes and melt using a double boiler. Whisk in all remaining ingredients and pour into soap molds. Option to add dried flowers. Let sit overnight 
Give your skin and your joints some love with this Soothing ACV Bath Soak:
  • ¼ cup magnesium flakes
  • ¼ cup organic oats, ground
  • 2 Tbsp sweet almond oil
  • 10 drops each Elemi, Cedarwood, Lavender 
  • Mix together and add to bath water. Then add ¼ cup ACV to the water and gently mix.
Give your tired feet some love with this Relaxing Foot Scrub
  • 2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp of Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice 
  • 3 drops Peppermint
  • 5 drops Elemi
    Mix ingredients well then rub onto feet. Wrap feet with warm damp towels and let sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes remove towel and wipe off scrub. Follow with moisturizer if desired.
Make a DIY Roll-on Cuticle oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
  • 1½ teaspoons V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex
  • 10 drops Cedarwood essential oil
  • 5 drops Elemi essential oil
    Add all the above to an empty 15 ml essential oil bottle and add an AromaGlide Roller Fitment. Roll onto your cuticles anytime, anywhere.
ROLLER BLENDS WITH ELEMI

Make a Focus Roller to use during work, homework, school, meetings or anytime to help focus the mind. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 15 drops Elemi
  • 10 drops Cedarwood
  • 5 drops Peppermint
    Fill with a carrier of choice. Apply over the heart, back of the neck, on the wrists liberally and frequently. 
Make a Happy Heart Roller:
  • 10 drops Juniper (encourages circulation)
  • 10 drops Eucalyptus Globulus (supports healthy blood pressure and inflammation levels)
  • 10 drops Lavender (calming)
  • 10 drops Elemi (supports cardiovascular system)
  • 10 drops Marjoram (supports healthy blood pressure)
    Combine essential oils in an empty glass roller bottle and top with your favorite carrier oil. Apply over heart and the bottom of feet... center being the vita flex point for health. Inhaling these oils are also helpful for someone who has experienced a heart episode to support emotions.
Make a Sweet Dreams sleep roller:
  • 20 drops each Lavender, Cedarwood, Elemi
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice
    Apply over to the big toe, bottom of the feet, neck and behind ears before bed or more frequently as desired.
Diffuse
Diffuse this earthy oil to support focus, calm the atmosphere and bring a sense of serenity to your home:

Zen Space - 5 drops Elemi, 3 drops Sage, 3 drops Lavender
Sweet Dreams - 5 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Elemi
Calm & Collected - 4 drops each Cedarwood, Peppermint, Lemon, & Elemi
At Home Spa - 4 drops Elemi, 3 drops each Lavender & Eucalyptus 
Morning Routine - 4 drops each Elemi & Valor, 3 drops Tangerine


Join us in using Elemi essential oil this month and beyond. Want to try Elemi essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Lemon Oil Spotlight - Jan 2023

Lemon Essential Oil Spotlight

Versatile, bright and joyful, just like sunshine. That's how we would describe this oil! Lemon essential oil benefits skin and hair as much as its aroma enhances your environment and supports your mood. This best-selling oil can be used in so many ways, making it a staple for every home.

Just a Drop of Lemon

  • Has a fresh, uplifting, citrus aroma
  • Helps neutralize unwanted odors
  • Cleansing and purifying
  • Great addition to cleaning products & DIYs
  • Removes sticky adhesives and residues from non-porous surfaces
  • Can support the immune system when taken internally
  • Has natural mucolytic properties
  • Is high in limonene
  • Contains antioxidants
Read on for more about why we love this oil and ways to use it daily….

Lemon essential oil has many benefits similar to sunshine. It can help brighten our moods, help us find and focus on the good, helps clean and purify and is good for overall health and wellness! Lemon is one of the most inexpensive ways to add incredible benefits to your health with daily use. So grab this citrusy oil and let a little sunshine into your life! 

Background & Sourcing

Originally native to Asia, the lemon tree wasn't common in Europe until the 16th century. It is part of the evergreen family and reaches a height of about 20 feet. Lemon essential oil is cold pressed from the rind of the fruit, is known for its cleansing properties, and is widely used in skin care and home cleaning solutions for these benefits. Its fresh, zesty aroma also makes it an important top note in perfumes, as well as an effective odor neutralizer when diffused.

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

  • Limonene - known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
  • Gamma-terpinene - a potent antioxidant, Chinese medicine believes that this constituent may halt the advance of unwelcome microbes, reducing the risk of colds and 'flu-like symptoms.'
  • Beta-pinene - a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown beta-pinene to support the body through inflammation, to help calm the mind and to ease the body from the ‘fight or flight' response
Lemon & the Liver

The liver is the filtering organ of the body, so that means that every single thing we ingest or put on our skin goes through it to some degree! Everything gets filtered here, so it is incredibly important we show our livers some love and support them well! Not only is the liver the physical filter of our body, according to traditional Chinese medicine, anger and other negative emotions are stored in the liver. When the liver is functioning properly, it allows for the processing and release of both toxic emotions as well as physical toxins from our environment.

One of the ways that we can support our liver is with alkaline foods (typically greens, vegetables, etc). Because Lemon essential oil is cold pressed from the rind of the fruit, it is alkaline and not acidic (like lemon juice). Adding Lemon to your daily wellness routine is a great way to support your liver on a daily basis.

Lemon & Emotions
adapted from Eryn Jones 

As we said above, our liver is a filtering and storage organ, and our emotions can take up root here. There is so much scientific evidence that our emotions have a direct impact on our physical health. Lemon can help with release of many emotions, but here are three to start with: 

  • Frustration is closely tied to our expectations (of ourselves, of others, or of a situation or outcome). The other side, or opposite feeling, of Frustration is Accomplishment. Most of the time when we feel frustrated is usually because we fear that we are not going to accomplish what we want to do/ feel/ or have happen! Releasing Emotional Patterns with Essential Oils suggests rubbing a drop or two of Lemon along the ribs, near the sternum (above the bile ducts), and focus on moving beyond your limitations or expectations. If we store up enough frustration that does not get resolved it turns to chronic anger, which is highly associated with liver and gallbladder discomfort or problems. So it's good to let the frustration go!
  • Lack, or the feeling of emptiness- when we don't feel "Complete". The other side of Lack is Full. This also makes this oil great for the Enneagram 7s and Enneagram 4s! Releasing Emotional Patterns suggests rubbing Lemon over the heart and chest while focusing on our completeness and all that we currently possess.
  • Stuck, the opposite of feeling Transformed and moving forward. When we feel stuck we fear experiencing life. So rubbing Lemon on the sinuses can be helpful for branching out and having new experiences and getting un-stuck! Note: do not use Lemon (or other citrus oils) on skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight within two hours.
Product Options

Lemon is a key player in so many of our favorite hair and skin care products (Lavender Shampoo & Body Wash!), our beloved Thieves cleaning products, and essential oil blends such as Thieves, Citrus Fresh, Clarity, Joy and Harmony.
Daily Habits with Lemon

One very simple way to support your liver on a daily basis is with Lemon Vitality! Lemon Vitality is cold pressed from the rind of the fruit, making it alkaline and not acidic, and our livers love alkaline things. But aside from liver support, there are so many ways to use Lemon oil! 

Add Lemon to your food and drink
(See more in the Lemon Vitality Recipes Resource linked below!)

Add a few drops of Lemon Vitality to warm water and drink first thing in the morning before any other food or drink.

Add a few drops of Lemon Vitality  to your water and sip throughout the day.

Toss raw greens (kale, arugula, spinach) with olive oil and Lemon Vitality.

Add a few drops of Lemon Vitality to your daily NingXia Red.

Add 1–2 drops of Lemon Vitality to a vegetarian gel capsule and take it daily for immune support and healthy weight management.

Use in place of lemon zest in recipes.

Convince your kids to eat the sliced apples in their school lunch by tossing them in 2 drops of Lemon Vitality essential oil. Lemon Vitality provides powerful antioxidants and will also help keep those vitamin-packed wedges from turning brown.

Add a few drops of oil to a batch of lemon cookies or pound cakes for a delicious twist!

Apply Lemon for its health and skincare benefits

Add Lemon to a roller bottle with R.C. or Raven to help boost the expectorant qualities, support airways and break up mucus.

Add a drop to your conditioner to promote shine in your hair.

Add a drop to your moisturizer or use it as a spot treatment to help with blemishes
.
Use Lemon essential oil as a natural nail polish remover.

Add to the ‘Nature Roller': 10 drops each of Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint in a 5mL bottle and use them when the seasons change for respiratory support!

Use Lemon to spot treat oily skin areas such as the t-zone.

Use Lemon for Household Cleaning

Use to remove stickers on glass (without the nasty chemicals!).

Add 1-2 drops to your dishwasher for sparkling dishes.

Add Lemon to wool dryer balls for a fresh scent (and ditch the dryer sheets!)

Use Lemon to remove childhood art from the walls or furniture! Lemon pairs well with Thieves Household Cleaner for this. Make sure to do a spot check if you are worried about the area.
Pre-treat stains with a couple drops of Lemon oil, then apply Thieves Dish Soap directly to the stain OR make a DIY Stain Stick:
  • 30mL roller bottle 
  • Fill just over â…“ with Thieves Dish Soap
  • Add 1 tsp Hydrogen Peroxide 
  • Add 15 drops Lemon Essential Oil
  • Fill remainder with Thieves Household Cleaner and shake to mix.
  • Apply directly to stains to pre-treat. 
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster and ditch toxic laundry products:
  • To a glass jar with a lid add:
  • 1 cup Epsom Salt 
  • ½ cup Fine Sea Salt 
  • ½ cup Baking Soda 
  • 30 drops Lemon Essential Oil (or a mix of desired oils)
    To Use - add 2-3 Tbsp directly to the laundry.
Add Lemon to your homemade cleaning products for extra power (just don't apply directly to granite or marble). 
  • Add 15 drops of Lemon to diluted Thieves Household Cleaner for a daily spray.
  • Add 10 drops each Pine & Lemon to Thieves Household Cleaner and dilute for a mop solution.
  • Mix 10 drops Lemon oil + ¼ cup Baking Soda  + 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner for a kitchen and bath scrub (add more baking soda to consistency as desired)
  • Clean a slow moving drain with baking soda, white vinegar and lemon oil. Pour ¼-½ cup baking soda onto the drain, drop 2-3 drops Lemon onto it, pour ¼-½ cup vinegar onto the mixture and cover with a cloth for 10 minutes. Then pour hot water into the drain.
Diffuse Lemon to neutralize unwanted odors and fill your space with its uplifting and refreshing aroma. It is lovely paired with Peppermint, Thieves or other citrus oils!

Diffuse 
Our diffusers are running 2/47, and Lemon is one of our favorites to add to the diffuser. Try out these fresh blends anytime of day.

  • Lushious Lemon - 2 drops each of: Ylang Ylang, Lemon, Eucalyptus Globulus, Lemon Myrtle or Lemon Verbena, & Spearmint + 1 drop of Cinnamon Bark
  • Fresh Start - 4 drops each Lemon, Lavender, & Raven or R.C.
  • Seasons Change - 3 drops each Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, & Copaiba
  • Be Well - 5 drops Thieves, 4 drops Lemon, 3 drops Lavender
  • Deep Breath - 4 drops Lemon, 4 drops Rosemary, 3 drops Peppermint 
  • Seaside Air - 4 drops Lemon, 3 drops Spearmint, 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Grapefruit
  • Baking Cookies - 4 drops Lemon, 3 drops Vanilla, 3 drops Peppermint 
  • Pink Lemonade - 6 drops Valor, 4 drops Lemon

Testimonies
This bright, sunny oil is one of our most used. Check out these testimonies about why so many people love Lemon!

  • “Lemon is amazing for all the sticky things! It also cuts grease on stoves like a boss!”
  • “I use it in my wellness roller with Thieves and Oregano, and apply nightly to my feet!”
  • “I like putting lemon essential oil in my water! So many benefits like detoxing, energizing, & cleansing.”
  • “I love my lemon oil. I clean with it, diffuse it, and have made a mixture with it for perfume. Such a multi- purpose oil!!”
  • “My most favorite use for lemon oil was getting permanent marker off a water bottle. Literally one drop & you couldn't even tell. Love lemon for everything!!”
  • “Lemon oil in my diffuser at work. Around 1-1:30pm it's like a pick me up happy mood let's get er' done type of enhancer!”
Want to try Lemon essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

CBD Beauty Boost Spotlight - Jan 2023

CBD Beauty Boost Spotlight

Looking for a way to elevate your everyday skincare routine? Wanting to give your skin some TLC without the price tag of the spa? 

Say hello to the ultimate in daily luxury - CBD Beauty Boost! Pure CBD + rose essential oil = luxe!! This combo is amazing for an even skin tone and reducing fine lines and wrinkles and feels so incredible on your skin.

Why We Love CBD Beauty Boost

  • Infused with rose essential oil
  • Helps calm and soothe skin 
  • Moisturizes skin
  • Helps reduce the appearance of redness, fine lines, and wrinkles
  • Boosts skin's natural glow
  • Ideal for all skin types
  • Meets Young Living's Seed to Seal quality standards
Love Your Skin

Your skin is your largest organ, and the state of your skin can tell you a lot about your body's needs. Your skin is exposed to everything the day brings - heat, cold, sun, wind, environmental toxins, household toxins, and more. So we need to do everything we can to show our skin (and our bodies!) some TLC.

Sadly conventional products are chock full of synthetic ingredients that wreak havoc on the body, especially over time, disrupting hormones, causing allergies (often low-level so we barely notice!), and filling our systems with chemicals that cause damage over time. Switching from conventional, chemical-laden beauty products is a great, simple step in the right direction!

Young Living products contain NO synthetic ingredients. NO hormone disruptors. NO artificial colorings. And you can bet that every ingredient used is of the highest quality. 

Nature's Ultra CBD products are crafted using a blend of high-quality CBD isolate and Young Living essential oils. These world-class ingredients combine to form Young Living's exclusive Smart Spectrum CBD. CBD Beauty Boost contains a combination of pure, potent CBD, tamanu oil, grapeseed oil, and rose essential oil for a truly luxurious experience! In fact, it's so luxurious that each dropper of CBD Beauty Boost contains the essential oils from one full Damask rose. 

This blend of CBD, rose essential oil, tamanu oil, and grapeseed oil works to maintain an even skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Just one daily dropper of this Smart Spectrum blend will moisturize your skin and promote a youthful glow. Nature's Ultra CBD Beauty Boost is ideal for all skin types, so no matter what your needs are, CBD Beauty Boost can help!

Key Ingredients

  • CBD - Pure, potent CBD with 0.0% THC
  • Rose Essential Oil - Beautiful, luxurious floral oil that beautifies, soothes, and moisturizes the skin to promote a youthful appearance
  • Tamanu Oil - Smooth, nutty oil rich in fatty acids to improve the appearance of the skin and promote an even skin tone
  • Grapeseed Oil: Oil rich in omega-6 fatty acids and antioxidants to absorb quickly without leaving the skin feeling oily
To Use

Add 1-2 droppers to your hand and apply evenly to your face, neck, chest, or anywhere you could use a moisturizing boost! For best results, shake well before using and mix with your favorite Young Living beauty products. Make a DIY Beauty Serum like the one below and use morning and evening! 

DIY Glow Up Serum

This is the ultimate in skincare and rivals any of the high-end beauty serums and products, yet it is completely plant-based and natural!

  • 20 drops Frankincense, Myrrh
  • 10 drops Blue Tansy
  • Optional - 10 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood (for dry skin)
  • Optional - 5 drops Lavender (for oily skin)
  • 5 droppersful CBD Beauty Boost
  • Carrier oil of choice (jojoba oil for normal to mixed skin, argan oil for dry skin, hazelnut oil for oily skin.)
Join us this month as we turn our focus inward to nourish ourselves and families, and create a solid foundation of self-care and nourishing rhythms for the year to come. Want to try CBD Beauty Boost, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Healthy Habits Diffuser Recipes - Jan 2023

Healthy Habits Diffuser Blends

While we certainly don't need a new year to create great health habits, there is something fundamentally refreshing about this time of year. It's a time to rest, to renew, to sit and enjoy the slowness of winter while holding space for our dreams, our needs and our desires.

Winter is a time to reflect on what we want to continue giving energy to and what we want to gratefully release. During this time let's make room for healthy habits on a daily basis. It is the small steps over time that make a lasting difference!

This collection of diffuser blends features some of our favorite oils for health - Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Frankincense, Pine, Rosemary and more. These are the blends we are reaching for right now as we extend our winter hibernation, reflect on the year past, set personal and health goals for the future, and refresh and renew our bodies and spirits as we look forward to the year ahead with expectant hope.

Our diffusers are running 24/7 in our homes, supporting our immune systems, respiratory systems, emotions, cleansing the air and making things smell welcome and inviting all at the same time. 

Join us as we diffuse (and apply) these favorite healthy blends!

LIFE HACK - You can easily transform these blends into roller recipes and sprays!

To make a 10 mL roller from any recipe - triple the number of drops to make a total of 35-45 total drops, add a carrier of choice (we love V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex) and you're good to go.

To make a 2 oz spray from any recipe - double the number of drops to a total of about 25 drops, ad a splash of witch hazel and fill with filtered water. Spray on upholstered surfaces, bedding, rugs, anywhere you want to freshen!

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

Happy diffusing!!

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

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

Winter Handbook 2023

The 2023 Winter Handbook

Ahh winter. A season of rest and renewal, of slower and shorter days, of stillness balanced with planning and preparing for the warmer days ahead. The beauty of winter is often overlooked, and we want to focus on full presence in this season and all it can hold! Fill up your diffusers, grab an uplifting roller blend and dig into these tips, tricks, recipes and DIYs for the winter season. 

WINTER WELLNESS + SELFCARE DIYS

Because we could all use a little slow down, TLC this season.

Winter Wellness Oral Spray
This little bottle will be your winter companion! Applying oils topically and diffusing are great health habits, but there is even more benefit to using oils as dietary supplements. Try out this Winter Wellness Oral Spray to give your immune system a little TLC! 
  • 10mL glass spray bottle 
  • 1 drop each Longevity Vitality, Thieves Vitality, & Frankincense Vitality
  • 2 drops Orange Vitality & Lemon Vitality
  • Splash Thieves Mouthwash, optional
  • Filtered water
    Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth daily or as desired! 
Raindrop Oral Spray
Sometimes our defenses need a little extra boost, and this combination of oils is our go-to when we need something a little ‘more.' The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we're using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it! 
  • 10mL glass spray bottle 
  • 1 drop each Oregano Vitality, Thyme Vitality, & Peppermint Vitality, 
  • 2 drops each Lemon Vitality & Orange Vitality  
  • Splash Olive Oil
  • Filtered Water
    Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth daily or as desired! Note: this one may tingle a bit! 
Raindrop Roller
The Raindrop Massage Technique is a powerful health tool, so we're using that same combination of oils on, around, and in our bodies when we need it! 
  • 10mL roller bottle 
  • 10 drops each Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, Peppermint, Wintergreen, Aroma Siez, Lavender, & Valor
  • Fill with carrier oil of choice
    Apply over lymph nodes, along spine, bottom of the feet as desired
Raindrop Detox Bath
Again, with this powerhouse blend of oils! This is a great practice when defenses start to go down or whenever you need a boost.
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes 
  • 3 drops each Oregano, Thyme, Basil, Marjoram, Cypress, & Lavender
  • 2 drops Peppermint, Wintergreen, & Aroma Siez
    Add oils and magnesium together in a glass jar and mix. Place the jar under hot, running water to diffuse out into bath water. Soak as long as possible! 
New Year's Eve Perfume Spritz
Enter the new year with a cozy, refreshed personal scent! 
  • 10mL glass spray bottle 
  • 20 drops each Kidpower & Spearmint
  • 5 drops Vanilla
  • 2 drops Wintergreen
  • Fill with Witch Hazel
    Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz onto wrists and neck before heading out the door!
Winter Nights Shower Scrub
This simple DIY leaves your skin silky smooth and its dreamy winter scent is perfect for the winter days. Follow with the DIY Body Butter for smooth, happy winter skin!
  • 1/4 cup organic fractionated coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
  • 15 drops Winter Nights essential oil blend
  • 10 drops Vanilla oleoresin
    Mix Winter Nights & Vanilla with fractionated coconut oil in a glass container, then add organic cane sugar to the bowl and stir until combined.
    To use, massage into skin in a circular motion and rinse well. After exfoliating, moisturize with Young Living's Winter Nights Hand and Body Lotion or DIY Body Butter. 
Present Time Body Butter
Take care of your winter skin with this simple, customizable DIY Body Butter. We love mixing floral oils like Neroli, Jasmine or Geranium with spruce and tangerine!
  • 8-12 ounce glass container glass container 
  • 1/2 cup solid refined, organic coconut oil 
  • 1/2 cup organic mango butter (or a mix of shea butter and mango butter)
  • 1/2 cup organic jojoba oil 
  • 5 drops Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil
  • 10 drops Neroli or Geranium essential oil
  • 15 drops Tangerine essential oil
    Place coconut oil and shea butter in a bowl and whip with a handheld or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth. Slowly add in the jojoba oil, then the essential oils, mixing as you add. Whip for about five minutes or so. The longer you mix, the fluffier it will become!
BEATING THE WINTER BLUES

According to Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medical tradition, our health is a holistic balance of mind, body, and spirit, with each person having a dominant energy type, or dosha. During the winter months we are more inclined to rest and hibernate, which can often lead to the winter blues.

Winter is the season of kapha, the dosha marked by a certain heaviness, a tendency toward mental fog, and sometimes weight gain. However, we can work with the body and energy type can help lift the lethargy of winter. Oils can help us sit in this seasonal shift without lowering our emotional energy!

Some great options for winter emotional support include:
  • Jasmine, Neroli, Ylang ylang or Joy
  • Winter Nights 
  • Rosemary, Basil or Eucalyptus
  • Palo Santo, Frankincense, or Sacred Mountain
Create an application ritual with some of the oils above and any other oils you choose to add. This ritual is a reminder to not hold on to destructive feelings, which can happen when there's too much kapha.
  • Gently rub the skin between your toes to create warmth in the area. Massage in four to five drops of your chosen oil, spending about three to five seconds between each toe.
  • With the oil still on your fingers and palms, massage the bottoms of your feet, spending thirty seconds on each one.
  • Move up to your wrists and gently massage the area with your thumb; spend ten to fifteen seconds on each wrist.
  • Next, move to the ears; use your fingers to massage the area behind your ears in circles for fifteen seconds.
  • Floating up to the forehead, massage your temples with your forefingers in circles for ten seconds.
  • Finally, cup your palms over your nose and mouth and take five deep inhales.
WINTER EMOTIONS + YOGA 

Yoga can have a profound impact on improving energy levels, especially during the winter months. Begin your day with a sun salutation to capitalize on the energy of the sun. Focus on asanas to invigorate a healthy kapha.
  • Choose a diffuser blend below, and set it near your mat.
  • Apply oils to the crown of the head (it won't make your hair greasy if you don't rub it in, just drop it!), wrists and heart.
  • Breathe deeply, repeat a positive mantra or focus on a word or intention you want to bring into your life.
COZY WINTER HOME DIY 

Evergreen Essence Room Spray
  • 15 drops Evergreen Essence Essential Oil Blend
  • 10 drops Vanilla Oleoresin 
  • 10 drops Tangerine Essential Oil
    Add essential oils to a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add a splash of witch hazel & top with water! Spritz on all the things! 
DIY Frosted Forest Hand Soap
  • Foaming hand soap bottle or recycle a YL one!
  • 2 Tbsp Liquid Castile Soap 
  • 10 drops each Peppermint &Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil
  • 5 drops Vetiver essential oil
  • 1 tsp Vitamin E oil 
    Add essential oils, Vitamin E oil and Castile Soap to the bottle, then top with water leaving 1" at the top
Sugar & Spice Wool Dryer Balls
There's something about the smell of warm fresh laundry fresh from the dryer - especially when combining Thieves Laundry Soap and essential oil infused wool dryer balls! 
  • Organic wool dryer balls
  • Ylang ylang, Vanilla & Cinnamon Bark pre-mixed in a dropper bottle, about 10-15 drops of each
    Add 4-5 drops of essential oils to each dryer ball. Let the dryer balls air dry for about an hour or to speed up the process you can dry them alone. This will allow the oil to absorb into the wool and not transfer to your clothes.
    When it's time to dry your clothes - toss the dryer balls into the dryer with your clothing. Refresh the oils every 4-5 loads or more often if you prefer a stronger scent.
Winter Spice Orange Garland
This is one of our favorite things to do every year. It is beautiful, smells amazing, adds a lovely touch to any room and is so easy to make. It may be a holiday tradition for some, but leaving it up or making it in the new year is a great way to add a touch of brightness to your home! 
  • About 5 oranges or a mix of oranges, clementines and grapefruit for varied sizes and colors
  • Essential oils: Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla, Clove, Believe, & Thieves
  • Fresh cranberries and cinnamon sticks (optional)
    Step 1 - Slice your oranges in circles to ¼ to ½ inch in thickness and arrange them on a non-stick surface or parchment paper. Pour 2-3 drops of essential oils on each slice, then set them in a cool oven and turn the temperature onto the lowest setting your oven will allow. (If your oven does not go below 300, set it there and use a wooden spoon to prop the oven open slightly and allow some heat to dissipate.)
    Step 2 - Leave the slices in the oven for about 5 hours, then shut the oven off and leave the oranges in there overnight or until completely cool. They will be fairly dry, but will continue to dry out over time. You don't want to over dry them in the oven because they can start to burn!
    Step 3 - Once they are dry, string them with some twine, alternating with a few varying sized slices and a cranberry or two, a tied cinnamon stick, whatever you like! 
WINTER DIFFUSER BLENDS

Winter Candle Dupes
We ditched the toxic scented candles for oils years ago, so here are our top 5 candle-inspired favorites for winter!

To make any of these combinations into a roller blend, triple the number of drops, add oils to a 10 mL roller bottle and add carrier of choice.

  • Iced Balsam Forest - 5 drops Idaho Grand Fir + 3 drops Pine + 3 drops Eucalyptus
  • Melted Marshmallow - 5 drops Tangerine + 3 drops Jasmine or Joy + 3 drops Vanilla
  • Cozy Winter Cabin - 4 drops Cedarwood + 3 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Tangerine + 1 drop Vetiver
  • Cuddle Weather - 4 drops Lavender  + 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 2 drops Clove + 2 drops Peppermint
  • New Year - 5 drops Grapefruit + 4 drops Lavender + 3 drops Vanilla
Diffuser Blends for Winter Blues
To make any of these combinations into a roller blend, triple the number of drops, add oils to a 10 mL roller bottle and add carrier of choice!

  • Present Time - 5 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Neroli or Tangerine + 3 drops Ylang Ylang 
  • Sacred Space - 5 drops Sacred Mountain + 4 drops Lavender + 2 drops Frankincense 
  • Morning Meditation - 4 drops Palo Santo + 3 drops Peppermint + 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Rosemary
  • Rose Colored Glasses - 4 drops Joy or Jasmine + 4 drops Orange + 3 Frankincense
  • Winter Air - 4 drops Cedarwood + 4 drops Palo Santo + 3 drops Peppermint
FAVORITE WINTER RECIPES

Winter is a season for warm, nourishing food and drinks, and adding oils is a great way to increase health benefits while elevating your dishes at the same time. 

For all recipes… Heat all ingredients, except the oils, in a pot over the stove, until just hot. Don't boil. Remove from heat, add the essential oils and stir to combine. Serve in your favorite mugs and top as desired.

Spiced Cinnamon Cider
A steaming mug of cider is the perfect remedy to cold, wintry days. Serve it after a day of sledding or hiking to warm up from the inside out.
  • 8 cups apple juice or cider
  • 4 cups orange juice
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 9 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality
  • 6 drops Cardamom Vitality
  • 4 drops Clove Vitality
  • 4 drops Nutmeg Vitality
  • 3 drops Citrus Fresh Vitality
  • Sliced oranges
  • Cinnamon sticks
    Add all ingredients to a large pot and stir to combine. Heat until simmering. Simmer for 30 minutes. Serve warm in a mug. Garnish with sliced oranges and cinnamon sticks.
Maple Cinnamon Latte
  • 12 ounces brewed, strong organic coffee
  • 1/4 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp organic maple syrup (add more to taste)
  • Organic ground cinnamon for dusting
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 1 scoop Inner Beauty Collagen
  • Optional: Electric milk frother 
    Step 1 - Grab your favorite coffee mug and line the bottom with maple syrup, about 1 tablespoon. Pour the brewed coffee on top and stir gently to mix.
    Step 2 - Add the milk and essential oil (if using) to the frother, hit the button once, and wait while it warms.
    Step 3 - When ready, pour the milk into your coffee, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a small drizzle of maple syrup or a small sprinkle of raw sugar if desired!
Homemade Hot Cocoa
Wind down and warm up with your favorite mug brimming with homemade hot chocolate. You can add any Vitality oil to your recipe, but these three are our favorites - Lavender Hot Cocoa and Peppermint Hot Cocoa! Or whip up some Mexican Hot Cocoa for a festive twist!

Lavender Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of choice
  • 8 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 tsp honey, or more to taste
  • 4 drops Lavender Vitality essential oil
Peppermint Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of your choice
  • 8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 tsp honey, or more to taste
  • 2 drops Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Champurrado Mexican Hot Cocoa
  • 4 cups milk of your choice
  • ½ cup honey or agave
  • 2 Mexican chocolate tablets
  • ¾ cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 2 drops Orange Vitality essential oil
FOR THE YOUNG & 
YOUNG AT HEART

Colder temperatures keeping you inside? Try out some of these simple crafts to fill your days with joy!

Clay Leaf Dish
This simple craft gets everyone outdoors and can even be a school project with just a little imagination! It makes a lovely oil tray or a handmade gift.
  • Air dry clay 
  • Craft paper 
  • Rolling pin
  • Craft paint (we like the metallic colors!) + brushes
  • Modge Podge gloss or other sealer 
  • Various leaves from your yard
    Step 1 - Cut out a piece of air dry clay, then roll it out onto craft paper to about 1/2 inch thick, making sure your leaf will fit. Then, press your leaf (vein side down) onto the clay. Remove the leaf from the clay, and cut around the outline with a knife, then remove the excess clay from around your imprint.
    Step 2 - Go around the perimeter of the leaf and gently press the sides up and in to create a small edge. Allow the clay to air dry and harden on a baking rack for 24 hours.
    Step 3 - Paint!  Once the paint is dry, cover with a coat of Modge Podge gloss, then dry for 24 hours. After the sealer is dry, have your children sign the back and write the year. 
Essential Oil Infused Play Dough
This is a fun one to get your children to make with you OR to make and surprise them with after school!
  • 2 cups flour (can use gluten-free if desired)
  • 1 cup salt
  • 2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 Tbsp olive or coconut oil
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 5 drops essential oil: Lavender, Peace & Calming, Tangerine, and/or Believe 
  • Natural food coloring, optional
    Step 1 - Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, oil, and water in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the dough has reached the right consistency.
    Step 2 - Let cool, split into 3 balls, and knead in essential oils and optional food coloring until it is distributed evenly throughout each ball of playdough. Store in an airtight container.
We hope you enjoy this Holiday Handbook. Bring the family together and try some of these projects! May your New Year be filled with fun, joy and abundance!

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

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

Believe Oil Spotlight - Dec 2022

Believe Essential Oil Spotlight

Believe essential oil blend is a combination of Idaho Grand Fir, Coriander, Bergamot, Frankincense, Idaho Blue Spruce, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium that is wonderful anytime of year and especially lovely during the winter months! This blend of tree oils is a favorite for feelings of faith, inner strength, and connection.

Just a Drop of Believe

  • Has a woodsy, refreshing, slightly floral aroma
  • Includes wonderfully grounding tree oils
  • Helps encourage feelings of faith, strength, and vitality
  • Is a great way to get the benefits of tree oils in a blend
Key Ingredients

  • Idaho Grand Fir - This tree oil has a refreshing aroma that evokes the nostalgia of smelling a freshly cut Christmas tree. It is a grounding oil that is wonderful for meditation, the respiratory system, and has been used to support the immune system and healthy skin.
  • Coriander - Coriander is a spice oil that contains antioxidants and may provide digestive support, immune support, and has cleansing properties.
  • Bergamot - This citrus oil has an aroma that is both uplifting and calming, and it has cleansing and purifying properties. 
  • Frankincense - Frankincense has been used for over 3,000 years for many things - immune support, beauty and skincare, and emotional health.
  • Idaho Blue Spruce - This tree oil soothes tired muscles when applied topically with massage, supports healthy testosterone levels, and has a grounding aroma.
  • Ylang Ylang - This floral oil is traditionally known for its romantic appeal. It has a calming and balancing aroma that is uplifting, and it also promotes the appearance of healthy-looking skin and shiny hair.
  • Geranium - This floral oil is commonly used in perfumes for its uplifting aroma, and it is incredible for skincare needs.
Key Constituents
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties

  • Linalool
  • Beta pinene
  • Alpha pinene
  • Bornyl acetate
Tree Oils & Emotions

Tree oils like spruce and fir contain alpha-pinene, a constituent that helps the mind and body reach a calming, peaceful environment. Tree oils are a wonderful tool for processing feelings of being unimportant, un-nurtured or disempowered. 

Believe contains tree oils plus citrus and floral notes, and it is a great oil blend to reach for when you feel like you are comparing yourself to others, are feeling undervalued or as though your unique voice has no place. The alternate side to feeling unimportant is Empowerment. When we can rest secure in who we are then comparison melts away and our unique blend of magic can shine! 


Daily Habits with Believe

Use as a personal fragrance. Apply to the wrists and neck liberally and frequently. Pair with Bergamot, Cypress or Shutran for a cologne. 

Make a perfume roller. To 10mL roller bottle add:
  • 25 drops Believe
  • 15 drops Tangerine
  • 10 drops each Lavender, Vanilla
  • Fill with carrier oil
Make Scented Pinecone Fire Starters for your cozy winter home.
  • Yarn or twine
  • Large, foraged pinecones from the yard
  • Thieves Household Cleaner
  • Believe essential oil
    Step 1 - Collect pine cones and lightly spritz them with diluted Thieves Household Cleaner to get rid of any unwanted pests. Allow to dry overnight.
    Step 2 - Wrap twine or yarn around the pinecones, all the way into the center weaving between the individual scales. You can use festive, colorful yarn for a fun twist or neutral yarn or twine.
    Step 3 - Drop 5 drops of essential oil onto the yarn/twine of each pinecone. Place in a basket beside the fireplace and add a few to the fire whenever you build one.
Make an artificial holiday tree smell like the real thing with these simple hacks: 
  • Add Believe to reed diffuser sticks and place in your tree
  • Drop onto any porous ornaments
Make a simple DIY Tree & Garland Spray and spritz on greenery as desired. To a 2 oz glass spray bottle, add
  • 30 drops Believe
  • Optional: 15 drops Tangerine
  • Splash witch hazel
  • Fill with filtered water
Make this incredible DIY Gardener's Hand Salve for anyone who works with their hands.
  • ½ cup cold pressed organic olive oil (or 1 cup if not using arnica oil)
  • ½ cup organic arnica oil 
  • 1 Tbsp shea butter 
  • 2 Tbsp unrefined extra virgin coconut oil 
  • 3-4 Tbsp beeswax pastilles 
  • 30 drops essential oils
  • Essential oils to add for a masculine scent: Sandalwood, Vetiver, Idaho Blue Spruce
    Step 1 - Using a double boiler, place several inches of water in the bottom and place a bowl or pan on top. Turn the heat to low-medium and add the olive oil, shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax and allow it to melt, stirring gently.
    Step 2 - Remove the bowl from the double boiler. Add Vitamin E oil and essential oils.
    Step 3 - Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes to cool but not harden, then pour into the small containers.
Make a simple DIY Roll-On Cuticle Oil! This also makes a great gift and pairs well with the Gardener's Hand Salve:
Take a relaxing epsom salt bath with Believe. Add 20 drops to 1 cup epsom salt and soak in warm water.

Make these Detox Bath Salts:
  • 1 cup magnesium flakes
  • ½ cup Epsom Salt
  • 20 drops Believe  
  • 10 drops Lavender
  • Optional: 10 drops Frankincense essential oil
  • Optional: dried lavender, rose buds, rosemary
    Add to a glass jar and mix well. If gifting or storing add ¼ cup baking soda or Himalayan salt to help prevent clumping. 
Add 5 drops to a large handful of massage oil and apply to the skin to relax tired muscles. Or whip up a DIY Massage Oil:
  • 4 oz pump bottle
  • 20 drops Believe essential oil
  • 10 drops Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops Cypress essential oil
  • Carrier of choice
Use to make any of the DIY Cleaning Recipes below or mix it with Lemon or Thieves.

Make a DIY Mattress & Linen Spray to use every time you make the bed or change the sheets. To an 8 oz glass spray bottle, add:
  • 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 20 drops Believe
  • 10 drops each Tangerine, Lavender
  • Fill with distilled water and invert to gently mix.
Make DIY Scented Sachets to bring a fresh, spa-inspired aroma to any area of your home.
  • ½ cup Organic uncooked rice 
  • ¼ cup Epsom Salt
  • 1 cup Dried lavender buds 
  • Muslin cotton drawstring pouches, approximately 5 inches long by 4 inches wide
  • 20 drops each Lavender & Believe essential oil 
  • 10 drops Sage essential oil
    Step 1 - In a medium bowl, mix rice, Epsom salt, flower buds, and essential oil to thoroughly scent the mixture.
    Step 2 - Spoon mixture into your muslin pouch.
    Step 3 - Place anywhere you want to add a fresh scent.
    Step 4 - Refresh your pouch every 2-3 weeks by opening it up and adding more drops of essential oil
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener
Use Believe essential oil blend to make DIY Beeswax Candles to fill your home with warmth - and make a few for your friends and neighbors! Check out the DIY Beeswax Candles blog post for all the details! 

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 grounding, fresh scent of Believe!

Enchanted Forest - 5 drops Believe, 3 drops Tangerine, 2 drops each Cedarwood, Vanilla
Good Vibes - 3 drops each Believe, Tangerine, Sage, Lavender 
Cozy Home - 4 drops Believe, 3 drops each Christmas Spirit, Vanilla

December is all about thanks, giving and the beauty of what is around us. The weather is growing colder, and our natural tendency is to start to slow down a bit.

Join us this month as we turn our focus towards presence and gratitude, taking daily steps to support our bodies and minds during this season! Want to try Believe essential oil, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

 
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