ICP Daily Supplement Spotlight - Jan 2022

ICP Daily

Supplement Spotlight

Health starts in the gut, so we want to do everything we can do to have a happy, healthy belly! And having a healthy gut isn't something just for those with gut disorders! It is for US ALL.


Taking daily steps to build, support, detoxify and balance the gut bacteria and intestinal lining is crucial, and one of our favorite, simple ways to do this is with ICP Daily. ICP Daily is a daily prebiotic and fiber drink that is both delicious and easy on the stomach.

Just a Dose of ICP Daily

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

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

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

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

If this is you (and honestly even if it's not) I challenge you to spend a minimum of 40 days eating low-inflammatory foods, moving your body, taking Live 9 and ICP Daily and seeing how these things change! Bonus points for adding 2-4 ounces of NingXia Red each day.

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

Plus, the ingredients in ICP Daily provide 6 grams of plant-based probiotics and 5 grams of soluble fiber. Probiotics and fiber are crucial for overall gut health and digestive mobility (ease of things moving through which is definitely what we want) as well as overall cardiovascular and immune system health.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How To Use ICP Daily

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

Join us as we use ICP Daily this month and beyond to support our gut health, immune system and emotions as we start a new year.

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

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

Meal Replacements Ditch and Switch - Jan 2022

January's Ditch & Switch

Meal Replacement for

Pure Protein Complete & Balance Complete


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

Join us this month as we pursue healthy habits and switch out our meal replacements for a cleaner option - Pure Protein Complete.

This delicious protein powder comes in both Vanilla Spice and Chocolate flavors (and they both taste amazing!) and is such a great addition to anyone's fitness regimen. Pure Protein Complete combines a blend of 5 different proteins, amino acids, and ancient pea and apple extract that will leave you full and satisfied. It is high in protein, supports the muscular system, supports the body in building lean muscle, supports energy levels, and is a great post-workout muscle recovery drink.

Why we Love It

  • An excellent source of protein (25 grams)
  • Formulated with a variety of amino acids to support muscle mass
  • Provides protein metabolism support
  • Supports ATP production, the energy currency of the body
  • Helps build lean muscle
  • rBGH-Free Whey and soy-Free
  • Available in Chocolate and Vanilla Spice flavors
  • Versatile enough for smoothies, baking and more!
Pure Protein Complete is a staple in our homes because of its super clean, proprietary five protein blend! It contains amino acids, and ancient pea and apple extract that allows the body to absorb and utilize the nutrients in the powder much more easily.

The foundation of the protein blend is cow and goat whey, pea protein, egg white protein, and organic help seed protein. This specific mix of sources allow for a full range of amino acids, including: D-aspartic acid, Threonine, L-serine, Glutamic acid, Glycine, Alanine, Valine, Methionine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Lysine, Histidine, Arginine, Proline, Hydroxyproline, Cystine, Tryptophan, and Cysteine.

The formula also includes a unique enzyme blend, so when paired with these amino acids, this protein supplement helps support overall protein utilization in the body. And this is of utmost importance when we are focusing on fitness routines and muscle building.

Ancient pea and apple extract, and a powerful B-Vitamin blend are the icing on the cake. Together they support ATP production, the energy currency of the body, which is definitely something we want all year round.

Why Make the Switch

Unfortunately, the majority of protein powders contain ingredients that we don't really want to be consuming. Some contain quite a lot of added sugar (as much as 23 grams per scoop), which can cause an unhealthy spike in blood sugar.

Others contain heavy metals and toxins. In fact, in a study by the Clean Label Project, 134 products were screened for 130 types of toxins. The study found that many protein powders contain heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury), bisphenol-A (BPA, which is used to make plastic), pesticides, or other contaminants with links to cancel and other health conditions. Some toxins were present in significant quantities. For example, one protein powder contained 25 times the allowed limit of BPA.

These are the last things we want to be worried about, especially when we are focusing on creating healthy habits! Because of Young Living's Seed to Seal standard, we can rest assured that the ingredients used are not only clean, they are ethically sourced and good for our bodies and overall health.

To Use Pure Protein Complete:
  • Add 2 scoops to 8 oz of cold water, rice milk, almond milk, or other milk. Then shake well or stir until smooth.
  • Try one of our favorite recipes below.
And if you're looking for something with more fiber and slight cleansing properties, another option would be Balance Complete.

Balance Complete is different from protein powders in that it is a nutritive energizer and a cleanser. It contains brown rice bran, barley grass, and extra virgin coconut oil, so it is high in fiber, protein, and minerals.

This super-food-based meal replacement contains NingXia wolfberry powder, brown rice bran, barely grass, extra virgin coconut oil, aloe vera, cinnamon powder, and Young Living's premium whey protein blend. Balance Complete is high in fiber, high in protein, and contains the good fats, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals needed for nutritionally complete meal replacement. It supplies an amazing 11 grams of fiber per serving, absorbs toxins and satisfies the appetite while balancing the body's essential requirements.

  • NingXia wolfberry fruit powder -  one of the highest known antioxidant nutrients that is wonderful for strengthening the immune system and promoting overall wellness, combating carcinogens.
  • Rice bran - rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidant; an excellent source of manganese, selenium and magnesium.
  • Barley grass powder - rich in minerals and antioxidants.
  • Cinnamon powder - super nutrient with amazing support for the immune system; antioxidant and is great for weight support
  • Calcium, Zinc, Chromium, Vitamin B, C, A, E and Biotin - all needed for our bodies to function properly and stay healthy.
To Use Balance Complete:
  • Add two scoops to 8-10 ounces of cold water or milk of your choice. Shake, stir or blend until smooth. For added flavor, add fruit or essential oils or substitute Balance Complete in the smoothie recipes below.
  • For daily health maintenance, replace your leas nutritious meal with Balance Complete.
  • During Young Living's five-day nutritive cleanse, replace your three daily meals with Balance Complete and follow the recommended schedule.
Our Favorite Recipes

Peppermint Mocha Smoothie
  • 1/3 frozen banana or 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower (to decrease carb count)
  • A large handful of organic spinich
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
  • Milk of choice
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitality Essential Oil
  • Ice to taste
  • Blend and go!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Chocolate Deluxe
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1 scoop organic coconut peanut butter
  • Ice to taste
  • Blend and enjoy!
Peppermint Moca or Peppermint Cocoa
  • 6 oz milk of choice, warmed
  • 2 oz strong coffee, brewed (or more as desired)
  • 1/2 to 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete*
  • 1 drop Peppermint Vitality essential oil
  • Honey or maple syrup to taste
    • Add ingredients to a large mouth mason jar and blend with an immersion blender until frothy. The protein powder makes a deliciously creamy texture.
    • To make hot cocoa, simply substitute water or extra milk for the coffee. 
    • Not a fan of mint chocolate? Substitute cinnamon bark vitality essential oil or simply omit the oil.
    • *I use a whole scoop for breakfast or trying to get some solid nutrients into my kids (healthy hot cocoa for the win!) Try with 1/2 scoop and add more as desired.
Pumpkin Chocolate Protein Muffins (makes 12)
  • 1/2 of a 15 oz can of pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1.75 cups Pamela's Baking Mix (substitute 1.75 cups gluten-free all purpose flour + 1 tsp baking soda + 3/4 tsp salt instead)
  • 2 tbsp Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality or 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality or 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
    Step 1 - Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    Step 2 - In a mixer, cream together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water, and sugar until well blended.
    Step 3 - In aspirate bowl, whisk together baking mix, protein powder, cinnamon, and spices.
    Step 4 - Stir the ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared muffin tin.
    Step 5 - Bake for 30-35 minutes in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
  • 2 frozen bananas
  • 1 scoop Chocolate Pure Protein Complete
  • Splash of milk of choice
    Add ingredients to a blender or food processor until it reaches ice cream consistency and enjoy. Top with unsweetened coconut flakes, pecans or fruit if desired.
Chai Latte Smoothie
  • 2 scoops Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
  • 1/3 frozen banana
  • Milk of choice
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
  • 1 drop Cardamom Vitality essential oil
  • Nutmeg Vitality essential oil (swirl a toothpick in the bottle, then into the blended smoothie)
  • Ice to taste
    Add ingredients to a blender (except Nutmeg) and blend well. Top with unsweetened shredded coconut or ground cinnamon.
Vanilla Spice Overnight Oats
  • 1/3 gluten-free rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
  • 1 scoop Pure Protein Complete Vanilla Spice
  • Just under 1/3 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp cocoa nibs
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
    Stir together and let sit overnight. Top with fruit of choice and enjoy.
Banana Protein Muffins
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 4 scoops Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp almond milk
  • 3 mashed bananas
    Add all dry ingredients together and wet ingredients together then mix. Bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees.
Chocolate Chip Protein Bites (recipe via Oily Rockstars)
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 2 tbsp ground flax seed
  • 3 scoops Pure Protein Complete in Vanilla Spice
  • 1 cup peanut butter (you can sub any nut butter)
  • 1/4 cup raw honey
  • 2 tbsp milk of choice
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Enjoy Life mini chocolate chips
    Step 1 - In a large bowl, mix your oats, flaxseed and protein powders together using a fork. Add your peanut butter and hone. Mix to incorporate.
    Step 2 - Add the almond milk. You may need to adjust the amount of almond milk, as you will need your 'dough' to be moldable but not too moist.
    Step 3 - Lastly, add your chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed. Shape into the size balls you want and place on parchment paper.
    Step 4 - Leave to set 10-15 minutes. Store in a container in the fridge.
Vanilla Spice Protein Pancakes
  • 1/2 cup Vanilla Spice Pure Protein Complete
  • 1/2 tsp gluten free baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • scant 1/4 cup unsweetened milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • Pinch of salt
    Mix all ingredients together and cook on a griddle or on the stovetop.

Join us this month as we ditch low quality protein powders and meal replacements for Pure Protein (Vanilla Spice and Chocolate) and Balance Complete, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Essentials for Dec 2021

December Essentials
What should I order?


The holidays are upon us and the year is winding down, so you will find us cozied up at home with those we love... diffusing oils, making DIYs, gathering with our family and friends.


We are here to give full presence to all that this season brings, and here are a few products we are using to enhance this beautiful time of year.


Vanilla Oleoresin - for a warm, welcoming aroma
Peppermint essential oil - for diffusing, baking, and merry making
NingXia Red Combo Pack - for healthy hearts and minds
Christmas Spirit essential oil blend - for all the cozy, festive feelings!
Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap, 3 pack - for clean, soft, moisturized hands with a scent no store can match
Super Vitamin D - for immune, emotional, bone and muscle health

Vanilla Oleoresin

Vanilla is the quintessential warm, inviting scent, making it a wonderful addition to diffuser blends, DIYs, roller blends and even Thieves Household Cleaner. Young Living's Vanilla is not strictly an extract or an absolute, both of which contain monthly alcohol and do not blend well with essential oils. 


Noticing these flaws in mainstream vanilla extracts and absolutes, the D. Gary Young Research Institute worked to find a vanilla product that would meet the Seed to Seal quality commitment and blend well with essential oils. The result is a first-of-its-kind extraction method that yields a Vanilla oleoresin in fractioned coconut oil that diffuses and blends beautifully with essential oils.

Learn more about Vanilla oleoresin in December's Oil of the Month Spotlight post.

Peppermint Essential Oil

Bring the crisp, sweet scent of candy canes into your home with Peppermint essential oil. Peppermint is a natural cross between water mint and spearmint that has an uplifting, invigorating aroma that creates a focused, bright environment with diffused.

Peppermint is soothing when applied topically, making it great post workout or when your neck and shoulders fell tense. Peppermint Vitality essential oil has a minty, refreshing flavor that supports healthy digestion... and is a perfect addition to any holiday baking.

Note: Peppermint and Peppermint Vitality are the same essential oil.

Want to know more? April's Oil Spotlight blog post gives you all the details!
NingXia Red Antioxidant Drink
Combo Pack

Packets for you, bottles for gifting! Add a shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful, whole-body supplement. There are MANY reasons we love this wolfberry puree (see the list of blog posts for all the ways).

NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, aronia, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Tangerine and Yuzu essential oils.

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

Learn more about NingXia Red:
Christmas Spirit Essential Oil Blend

This blend of Cinnamon, Spruce and Orange is the most festive blend for the season. Christmas Spirit is a beautiful medley of three oils reminiscent of winter holidays.

Orange essential oil has a bright aroma that is believed to bring joy, peace, and happiness to those who possess it. Cinnamon Bark essential oil is the oil of wealth from he Orient. Black Spruce essential oil has an aromatic influence that brings a feeling of balance and grounding. Diffuse this oil all season long (and beyond!)

Learn more about Christmas Sprit blend (which is free this month with purchase) in December's How to Use blog post and how to use Christmas Spirit in these yummy diffuser recipes.
Winter Nights
Foaming Hand Soap

Bring the brisk winter air into your home with our favorite seasonal hand soap - Winter Nights Foaming Hand soap. Young Living's signature scent Winter Nights Blend features Northern Lights Black Spruce, Cedarwood, Orange, and Peppermint essential oils, which are the perfect combination for the season.

The plant-based formula cleans hands without over-drying and aloe and ginkgo biloba botanicals moisturize the skin, making it feel softer and healthier, which is especially important during the driest seasons.
Super Vitamin D

Who doesn't need a super boos of sunshine? Young Living's plant-based Super Vitamin D is highly absorbable, vegan friendly, and completely synthetic free. Dissolvable in a delicious mixed berry-flavored tablet, Super Vitamin D is a great source of Vitamin D that helps support bone growth and healthy muscle.

Vitamin D plays a key function in respiratory health, and through its innate and adaptive defense mechanisms, it supports the body's respiratory immune system. This dissolvable tablet is made with lemon balm extract and Vitamin D to support mood and hormone regulation. SIGN US UP! This time of year can be hard emotionally, so adding Vitamin D to our supplement routine can make a big impact. 

Learn more about Super Vitamin D in this month's Supplement Spotlight.

Want to try the essentials for December (Vanilla Oleoresin, Peppermint essential oil, NingXia Red Combo Pack, Christmas Spirit essential oil blend, Winter Nights Foaming Hand Soap), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Super Vitamin D Supplement Spotlight - Dec 2021

Super Vitamin D

Supplement Spotlight

Vitamin D is one of those supplements that get a lot of hype, and for good reason - its estimated that between 40-70% of the US population is deficient in Vitamin D! And this vitamin is a powerhouse when it comes to our health. Immune, respiratory, bone and joint, emotions, autoimmune needs - all are supported with healthy Vitamin D levels.


Vitamin D is Important for:
  • Supporting healthy bones and  helping prevent osteoporosis
  • Regulating the absorption of calcium + Phosphorous (essential for health)
  • Faciliting normal immune function
  • Plays an important role in regulating mood and warding off depression
  • Reduces risk of other diseases
"The Vitamin D Council - a scientist-led group promoting Vitamin D deficiency awareness - suggests Vitamin D treatment might be found helpful in treating or preventing autoimmune disease, chronic pain, depression, diabetes, heart diseases, high blood pressure, flu and osteoporosis. However, there have been no definitive clinical trials."
- WebMB

Vitamin D is made in the skin when the skin is exposed to UV-B rays in sunlight. Only a limited number of foods contain Vitamin D, so exposing the skin to sunlight is how we get 70-80% of the Vitamin D our body needs. Unfortunately, sunlight is not always a reliable source of Vitamin D. The season and geographic latitude, use of sunscreen, city smog, skin pigmentation, and a person's age are some of the factors that affect how much Vitamin D is produced in the skin through sunlight.

Why We Love Super Vitamin D

  • Plays a key function in respiratory health
  • Supports the body's respiratory immune system through its innate, adaptive defense mechanisms
  • Helps boos healthy immune systems
  • Supports mood and hormone regulation with Vitamin D and lemon balm
  • Helps support bone growth and healthy muscle
  • Support calcium balance and bone growth
  • Infused with Lemon Balm (Melissa) essential oil
Young Living's Super Vitamin D supports the immune and respiratory system with 250 percent of the daily value of Vitamin D. This highly absorbable, vegan-friendly tablet is made with lemon balm extract and Lime and Melissa premium essential oils, which help increase bioavailability of the Vitamin D and also support mood and hormone regulation.

Vitamin D and Bone Health

When it comes to healthy bones, Calcium is like the nutrient you think of first. But Vitamin D is just as important for keeping bones strong and preventing the bone disease osteoporosis. Vitamin D helps your intestines absorb calcium from the food you eat, so getting enough of both nutrients is an important part of making sure your bones are dense and strong.

Vitamin D and Emotional Health adapted from Eryn Jones

Healthy Vitamin D levels are crucial for emotional health! Having adequate levels of Vitamin D allows your brain to perform its 'executive' function such as reasoning, attention, critical thinking and flexibility. Much like the CEO of a successful company needs support from his or her team to have clear focus and decision making, your brain needs support from supplements, sleep, and nutrition to be able to perform well.

Vitamin D is essential for that!

Healthy Vitamin D levels have also been shown to lower the risk for seasonal blues, can support depressive mental health states and also assists in memory. The reason we are often happier and more at ease during warm months is because we naturally have higher Vitamin D levels from sun exposure. Since we can't always be in the sun and since we need higher levels than previously thought, supplementation is key.

Learn more here:
Achieving Optimal Vitamin D levels

Depending on who you ask, blood levels above 20 ng/mL or 30 ng/mL are considered "sufficient," and there are multiple factors affecting how much Vitamin D an individual may need. However, a generally recognized dosage would be 1.000-4.000 IU (25-100 micrograms) daily. This dose should be enough to ensure optimal blood levels in most people. Other considerations:

How To Use

  • Take 1-2 tablets daily with food
  • Place in mouth and allow to dissolve for 5-10 seconds, then chew for optimal results
  • Note: Each sublingual tablet contains 1.000 IU Vitamin D.

Join us as we use Super Vitamin D this month and beyond to support our immune system and emotions as we head into winter weather and the holiday season.

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

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

Essentials for Nov 2021

November Essentials
What should I order?


November is all about giving and thanks, finding gratitude for what is and hoping what is to come. We want to enjoy this season to the fullest by being completely present in each moment and by taking care of ourselves and our families. Join us this month as we use the following products daily to do just that.

Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil - for emotional centering and yummy diffuser blends
Tangerine essential oil - to add to your water, diffusers and DIYs
NingXia Red Combo Pack - packets for you, bottles for gifting
Gratitude essential oil blend - to use as you foster gratitude during the season
ImmuPro Chewable Tablets - for healthy immune systems
OmegaGize Capsules - for healthy hearts and minds

Idaho Blue Spruce Essential Oil

Idaho Blue Sprue is a crowd favorite tree oil with a woodsy blue slightly sweet smell. The oil is steam distilled from the wood, bark, and needles of the Picea pungens tree, an evergreen species native to the central Rocky Mountains.


Considered a sacred tree by Native American tribes in the Northwest, Idaho Blue Spruce was used tratidially for smudging and purification rites. Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil has a grounding, evergreen aroma that can be used during meditation or prayer to enhance your practice and inspire spiritual connection.


Learn more about Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil in November's Oil of the Month post.

Tangerine Essential Oil

Tangerine essential oil is a bright, happy citrus oil that pairs well with just about anything. It has a delightfully sweet aroma that can create a happy, contented mindset when diffused.

Tangerine Vitality essential oil offers a fresh, sweet, citrus flavor that can be used to elevate your favorites sauces, marinades and desserts. It may also provide digestive, lymphatic, and immune support when taken as a dietary supplement, making it an incredible oil for this time of year.

Note: Tangerine and Tangerine Vitality are the same essential oil.

Want to know more? September's Oil Spotlight blog post gives you all the details!
NingXia Red
Antioxidant Drink

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine to enjoy the benefits of this powerful whole-body supplement. There are MANY reasons we love this wolfberry puree (see the list of blog posts for all the ways).

NingXia Red is packed with superfoods to support overall wellness - plum, aronia, cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts, pure vanilla extract and Lemon, Orange, Tangerine and Yuzu essential oils.

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

Learn more about NingXia Red:
Gratitude Essential Oil Blend

Gratitude is a practice and an attitude, both of which we want to foster year round, but specially during this season.

Gratitude essential blend has an uplifting aroma that fosters gratitude, thankfulness, and contentment. When you concentrate on things you are grateful for instead of things that bother you, you open yourself up to receiving more of your gifts.

Life flows better when your heart and mind are open with gratitude. One great way to do that is to apply and/or diffuse Gratitude essential oil blend while journaling, during prayer or during meditation.

Enjoy this blend of Grand Fir, Frankincense, Coriander, Myrrh, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Vetiver, and Geranium, with us as we focus on gratitude this month and beyond.

Learn more about Gratitude blend (which is free with purchase this month) in November's How to Use blog post and how to use Gratitude in these yummy diffuser recipes.
ImmuPro Tablets

ImmuPro is a power-packed supplement that combines multiple immune support ingredients including naturally derived NingXia wolfberry polysaccharides as well as a unique blend of reishi, maitake, and agarics blazei mushroom powders to deliver powerful antioxidant activity to react the damaging effects of oxidative stress from free radicals.

ImmuPro also provides zinc and selenium for proper immune function, along with other chelated minerals that emerging science suggests are more easily absorbed by the body. It also delivers melatonin, which encourages restful sleep by promoting the body's natural sleep rhythm. Sleep is essential when the immune system needs to get its defenses going, making ImmuPro a favorite this time of year.

Read more about ImmuPro in this Supplement Spotlight bog post.
OmegaGize Capsules

We have all heard how important fish oil and omegas are for our health, but it can be so difficult to find a clean, sustainable source. Young Living has done that for us.

OmegaGize combines the power of three core daily supplements: omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D3, and CoQ1-(ubiquinone). These supplements combine with a proprietary enhancement essential oil blend to create an omega-3, DHA -rich fish oil supplement that can support cardiovascular health and general wellness. Used daily, these ingredients work synergistically to support normal brain, heart, eye, and joint health.

Learn more about OmegaGize in this month's Supplement Spotlight.

Want to try the essentials for November (Idaho Blue Spruce, Tangerine, NingXia Red Combo Pack, Gratitude, ImmuPro, and OmegaGize), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Omegagize Supplement Spotlight - Nov 2021

OmegaGize

Supplement Spotlight

We have all heard how wonderful fish oil can be for our health, and many people are supplementing with fish oil. Unfortunately, it is incredibly difficult to find a high quality fish oil supplement that is free of mercury, sustainably sourced, and contains bioavailable Vitamin D.


Enter OmegaGize. Young Living's OmegaGize is an incredible, sustainably sourced fish oil supplement full of healthy Omegas, Vitamin D, and CoQ10 that supports heart, brain, eye and joint health.

Why We Love OmegaGize

  • Supports cardiovascular and skeletal health
  • Supports normal, healthy brain function
  • Supplies critical EPA and DHA nutrients
  • Supports normal immune response and antioxidant levels
  • Promotes normal eye, skin, and joint health
  • Infused with Clove, German Chamomile and Spearmint essential oils
  • Trifecta of Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin D and CoQ10
OmegaGize combines the power of three core daily supplements: Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D3, and CoQ10 (ubiquinone) in one capsule. The formula is further enhanced with essential oils to create an incredible omega-3, DHA-rich fish oil supplement. When used daily, these ingredients work synergistically to support normal brain, heart, eye, and joint health as well as overall health and wellness.

OmegaGize Sourcing
Sadly, conventional fish oil supplements are full of synethic fillers, artificial colorants and flavors and are irresponsibly sourced. Some even contain levels of Mercury you don't want to be consuming. Not OmegaGize - Young Living's supplements are the purest, cleanest ones around.

The fish oil complex in OmegaGize is derived from some of the cleanest waters on the planet. OmegaGize capsules are rigorously tested to ensure a lack of these pollutants. Even the capsule of OmegaGize is ocean-derived ensuring the best quality and no fishy taste!

"The oil in OmegaGize is produced from carefully selected wild-caught Peruvian and Chilean coastal marine fish oil, one of the cleanest ocean areas in the world. Consisting mainly of anchovy, sardine, mackerel, skipjack, yellowfin, albacore and bigeye fish species. The fish oil used in OmegaGize is in triglycerides form (research shows this is the best form). All of the ingredients used in their products are heavily reviewed and inspected for the highest quality. Their vendors are audited and their ingredients are tested in-house to ensure they only offer the most beneficial products."

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
The human body can make most of the types of fats it needs from other fats or raw materials, but that isn't the case for omega-3 fatty acids. These are essential fats, meaning the body can't make them from scratch and must get them from outside sources. Even if your diet is high in wild-caught fish, you still need supplementation.

Omega 3s are an integral part of cell membranes throughout the body and affect the function of the cell receptors in these membranes. that means they are vital for all of our cellular functioning and are especially important during pregnancy. Omega 3s provide the starting point for making hormones that regulate blood clotting, contraction and relaxation of artery walls, and inflammation.

Research has shown that Omega 3s can 
  • Help prevent heart disease and stroke
  • Support a healthy heart and blood pressure
  • support healthy hormone levels (by aiding the body in keeping the cellular receptor sites (where hormones bind) repaired and in optional condition
  • Support auto-immune needs and conditions
  • Support the body's natural response to inflammation
  • support the body's natural response to joint pain
  • Assist the body in hormone productions associated with mood disorders
  • support to those with ADHD and focus needs
  • Support normal brain and nerve function which is important for older individual
Other Key Ingredients

Vitamin D - is an essential supplement for optimal brain health, hormone levels, bone and joint health, and overall well-being. Vitamin D also plays a role in our immunity and general wellness. It can be hard to get enough Vitamin D each day through sun exposure and food alone, so taking supplements can help. And since Vitamin D is fat-soluble, it need to be taken in the presence of fatty acids for proper absorption. OmegaGize has all that covered for us!

Research shows that Vitamin D
  • Supports your immunity
  • Helps regulate mood and fight depression
  • Helps support the body's natural response to inflammation in the body
  • Supports normal growth and development of bones and teeth
CoQ10 - is a powerful antioxidant that supports every cell in the body. We can think of CoQ10 like a battery for our cells, helping with the production and exchange of energy. It is a great addition to OmegaGize because the two work synergistically to improve the health benefits of both supplements.

CoQ10 helps to facilitate the production of ATP, the energy currency within the body. Every cell within the body utilizes ATP to perform its functions, so a lack of CoQ10 could cause a shortage of energy to every cell and system in the body. CoQ10 levels naturally decline with age, making supplementation a great health habit.

Several studies show that CoQ10
  • Helps protect the body from free radical damage
  • Produces energy your body needs for cell growth and maintenance
  • Boost the immune system
Clove essential oil - Cloves have long been used in eastern medicine for its health promoting properties. Clove essential oil is a powerful antioxidant that supports overall heart health

Spearmint essential oil - is high in carvone and limonene, spearmint is wonderful for digestive health and soothing intestinal discomfort.

German Chamomile essential oil - is a powerful antioxidant that supports healthy cholesterol levels, support liver and gallbladder health and supports the body's natural response to inflammation.

Vitamin E (as rice bran oil) - minimizes free radical damage within the body, promoting healthy cell function and overall health.

OmegaGize and Cardiovascular Health
We are always thinking about cholesterol from the diet. Most people don't realize that cholesterol in the body comes from two places: from the diet and from your internal production of cholesterol. Cholesterol is quite important to your body, because cholesterol is one of the major components of cell membranes. It's also the precursor for all the sex hormones. Its not all bad. Its just bad when there's too much and that depends on what kind of cholesterol is out of balance as well.

The primary way that omega-3 fatty acids support heart health is through their ability to reduce triglyceride levels. Triglycerides are a type of storage cholesterol in the body. When we eat, our bodies convert any unused calories into triglycerides and store the in fat cells. Later, hormones release the triglycerides for energy between meals. When triglycerides levels become too high, this can cause health problems, so most clinicians will monitor triglyceride levels along with other cholesterol levels. Omega-3 fatty acids are a simple may to help support healthy triglycerides levels. Omega-3 fatty acids may also modestly raise HDL ('good' or 'protective' cholesterol) levels.

The vast majority of Americans needing support for healthy cholesterol levels are taking a 'statin' prescription drug to lower cholesterol. Here is some food for though on that topic.

"At least 1 in 4 American adults over the age of 40 are currently taking a statin drug to lower their cholesterol. Soon that number is expected to reach 1 in 3. Statins work by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which is one of the facilitators of your body's production of cholesterol. But statins also impair production of CoQ10, and the resulting depletion can have very severe consequences.

"This is a very important topic," Shulman says. "Many who take statins have the side effects of muscle pain, fatigue and memory loss - to such a point that compliance becomes and issue; people don't want to be on statins anymore. It's been documented and recognized medically that these are real effects and that they're due to the statins. What's actually happening? The way a statin works is that it blocks your body's production of cholesterol."

Besides shutting down your body's ability to produce ubiquinone, statin drugs also shut down the conversion of Vitamin K1 to Vitamin K2, which is critically important in many body function, including heart health.

Imparing these three pathways - the production of cholesterol and CoQ10, and the Vitamin K1 to K2 conversion - has adverse effects on the production of energy and on cardiovascular health. And here's why: when you reduce your ubiquinone levels, the conversion of your food to energy becomes less efficient, which leads to lower energy, fatigue, and muscle pains.

And the longer you're on a statin drug, the more ubiquinone-starved your body becomes and the more severe the side effects become. Recently published papers have also detailed the cardiovascular repercussions of statins. As it turns out, they actually end up causing many of the diseases endpoints the drugs promised to prevent."

OmegaGize and Emotional Health

Several studies have shown the importance of omega-3 fatty acids when it comes to emotional health, especially in females and especially during pregnancy and the surrounding time frame. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for cell growth and development, and they assist with mental clarity - functions that are often 'off' during times of increased emotional need or stress.

Studies have also found that reduced omega-3 status may predispose individuals towards needing mood support as well as other conditions. As always, we want to do all we can to stay able the health line and support our bodies on a daily basis, so supplementing with OmegaGize is a great staring point! If you're needing extra support, we always recommend finding a healthcare provider that you love and trust.

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How To Use

  • Take 2-4 capsules 2 times daily.
  • Do no exceed 8 capsules per day.
  • Store in a cool, dark place.

Join us this month as we use OmegaGize this month and beyond to support overall wellness and emotional health!

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

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

Essentials for Oct 2021

October Essentials
What should I order?


Thieves ALL THE THINGS! October is all about our beloved Thieves blend and al the ways we use it to support our health and families, especially this time of year. 

Join us this month as we use the following products daily to support our health and wellness as we head into the fall and winter.

Cinnamon Bark essential oil - for all things fall
Thieves Foaming Hand Soap - for ALL the hand washing
Thieves Chest Rub - a clean option for cough & cold
Inner Defense Capsules - for powerhouse immune support
Thieves Roll-On - for daily wellness
Thieves Cough Drops - our favorite natural cough drops

Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

Cinnamon Bark essential oil has a warm, spicy aroma that is so inviting, especially during the Autumn Season. Cinnamon Bark cleanses the air, creates a warming sensation on the skin when applied topically, and contains antioxidants that help support the immune system and general wellness. Overall it is a staple essential oil for every household.

Learn more about Cinnamon Bark essential oil in the October's Oil of the Month post.

Thieves Foaming Hand Soap

Thieves Foaming Hand Soap pairs the beloved Thieves essential oil blend with other naturally derived ingredients for a formula that provides a gentle but effective clean for the whole family.

Instant foam makes it easy to lather and rinse, while aloe, ginkgo biloba, and green tea extracts condition and moisturize skin for soft, smooth hands - making it ideal for even the most frequent hand washers.
Thieves Chest Rub

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

Plus the super easy to use bottle doesn't even require you to get your hands messy.
Learn more about Thieves Chest Rub in this month's Ditch and Switch blog post.
Inner Defense Capsules

Inner Defense is just what the name suggests - a defense and protection from all that today's world can throw at us!

This powerhouse blend of essential oil supports the immune and respiratory systems, making it a wonderful addition to your health routine either for daily use or for when your defenses start to go down.

Learn more about Inner Defense in October's Supplement Spotlight.
Thieves Roll-on

Thieves Roll-on is a powerful combination of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils, pre-diluted for quick and easy application.

This blend was created from research recorded in the archives of the British Museum library about a group of 14th Century European perfumes and spice traders who rubbed oils on themselves while they robbed the dead and dying.

The fist essential oil blend to be scientifically evaluated in a university research laboratory, Thieves has a rich, spicy aroma, and is our go to for a clean and healthy lifestyle. Apply generously on the soles of the feet, wrists, back of neck, or shoulders daily.

Thieves Cough Drops

When you need relief from cough, congestion, and sore throat, these Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops are your new best friend.

Easy to keep at home or take on the go, Thieves Cough Drops are made with naturally derived ingredients that taste as great as they work.

Minty, spicy, and sweet without processed sugar, dyes, artificial flavors, or preservatives, these cough drops are a staple to come cold and cough season.

Want to try the essentials for October (Cinnamon Bark essential oil, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap, Thieves Chest Rub, Inner Defense Capsules, Thieves Roll-On, Thieves Cough Drops), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Inner Defense Supplement Spotlight - Oct 2021

Inner Defense

Supplement Spotlight

Inner Defense is just what the name suggests - a defense and protection from all that today's world can through at us!

This powerhouse blend of essential oils supports the immune and respiratory systems, making it a wonderful addition to your health routine either for daily use or for when your defenses start to go down.


Why We Love Inner Defense

  • Reinforces systemic defenses
  • Promotes healthy respiratory function
  • Offers immune support
  • Creates unfriendly terrain for yeast and fungus
  • Dissolves quickly for maximum results
So much of our modern world can take a toll on our health - environmental exposure, devitalized food, lack of sleep, abundance of stress, polluted water and air. And even these in small quantities can add up to a cumulative does that leaves us needing us extra support. Sometimes we need that support acutely and other times we need it on a more consistent basis. Either way, Inner Defense is a great option for strengthening the body systems.

Key Ingredients

  • Clove essential oil - has profound immune support and is a powerful antixoidant
  • Oregano essential oil - high in carvacrol and thymol that support the immune system, also aids digestion, supports muscle and joint health and flexibility
  • Thyme essential oil - rich in thymol, supports the respiratory and immune systems
  • Lemongrass essential oil - supports digestion and proper immune function
  • Lemon essential oil - high is limonene, supports respiration and immune function, cleansing and purifying
  • Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil - known for its support of the respiratory system, also cleanses and purifies and supports the immune function
  • Rosemary essential oil - a cleansing and purifying oil, supports the immune and respiratory systems
  • Cinnamon Bark essential oil - provides immune support and antioxidants.
  • Virgin Coconut oil - supports all body systems and dilutes the essential oils
Inner Defense and Emotions

When we begin to fall below the wellness line, our emotional and mental health is also affected. All of our body systems are interconnected, so it makes sense that we often feel run down, fatigued, exhausted even on an emotional level when our defenses go down.

Sometimes the emotional and mental effects hit first. So if your feeling run down, vulnerable, easily overwhelmed or triggered, stop and take inventory of your physical health as well. The organisms that invade our cells and bring us down affect our emotions too.

Oils that can help include Oregano, Thyme and Rosemary essential oils, all of which are part of the Inner Defense capsules.

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Inner Defense uses potent essential oils including Oregano, Thyme, and Thieves to reinforce systemic defenses, promote healthy respiratory function, and offer immune support. These liquid capsules dissolve quickly for maximum results and help the body create an unfriendly terrain for yeast and fungus.

How To Use

  • Take 1 capsule up to 3 times daily for acute needs. We suggest taking with food and at the very first sign of your defenses going down.
  • Take 1 soft gel daily for support as desired. We often take Inner Defense when traveling or other times where we feel we need extra immune support.
  • For best results, take with food and take Life 9 probiotic approximately 8 hours after taking Inner Defense. If you forget or cannot take Inner Defense with a meal, have a snack with plenty of healthy fat (nut butter, avocado, etc)
  • Parenting Hack - for children, use a safety pin or needle to create a small hole in the gelcap, then gently squeeze and apply the contents along the spine or the bottom of the feet.

Join us this month as we use Inner Defense this month and beyond to support our immune system and emotions as we head into the cooler weather!

Want to try Inner Defense, 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! - Oct 2021

October's gifts with Purchase


Fall is here! We are so excited for all the cool-weather activities and to make the most of this season with our loved ones. Celebrate togetherness with this month's gift.

Gathering your favorite people becomes even sweeter with your favorite Young Living products on hand (and your wellness habits in full swing).


Patchouli, Cinnamon Bark, Clove, and Nutmeg will be the stars of your favorite diffuser blends. Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea will be a great start to our morning. And when it's time to wind down, let the evening melt away with ImmuPro chewable tablets. Plus, enjoy a hassle-free fall with free shipping when you reach the 100 PV tier.

At the end of the day, Young Living is all about connection, which is why the will be donating $1 to The D. Gary Young, Young Living Foundation for every 400 PV order.

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the How to Use October's Gift with Purchase blog.

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


Freebies During the Month of October


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. Stock up on fall-time favorites and your order will ship for free.


190 PV Orders

With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL CINNAMON BARK AND CLOVE. If your order is a Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards), you'll also receive a free 5 mL NUTMEG.


CINNAMON BARK essential oil, 5 mL
  • Usher in the season. Cinnamon is THE oil of fall, so add Ito to your diffuser, your DIYs, your roller blends - even your coffee grounds.
  • Unwind and relax. Mix 3 drops of Cinnamon Bark oil with some V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and use it for a warming foot massage. Then put on a pair of soft socks to keep your feet cozy and moisturized.
  • Spice it up. Make a room spray by filling a spray bottle with 3 ounces of water and 4 drops each of Cinnamon Bark, Clove and Orange essential oils.

CLOVE essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Add antioxidants. Clove essential oil is an antioxidant powerhouse! Clove has an ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) value of 1,078,700 μTE/100 g, meaning it provides your body with a large supply of antioxidants to support health and healing. (To give you an idea of what this means, oranges are created 750 μTE/100 g and kale is rated at 1,770 μTE/100 g.)
  • Spice up a soak. After a day of outdoor adventures, draw a warm bath, add 2 drops Clove to 1 cup Epsom salt and then add to your bath water (ideally, let the water run into and over a cup containing the salts) for a relaxing soak. Sit back and soak up all the health benefits of Clove essential oil.
  • Don't want the full body experience? Cut the recipe in half and add the salts to warm water to a large bin for a simple, wonderful foot soak.
  • Feel forest fresh. Add 3-4 drops of Clove to a glass spray bottle to bring in a warm, woodsy scent that simply sings of the outdoors.
NUTMEG essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Say goodby to stress. Give your stress response system (adrenals!) some love with a daily dose of Nutmeg. Dilute and apply over the lower back morning and evening. Pair with Clove, Frankincense and Rosemary for added benefits.
  • Freshen up fall. Make a homely linen spray by combining a few drops of Nutmeg, Clove, and Bergamot in a spray bottle filled with 2 cups of water. This cozy scent will make guests feel right at home.
  • Work in bliss. Refresh your home office with a diffuser blend of Nutmeg and Eucalyptus Radiata for a spicy-fresh scent that will make your upcoming meeting a little brighter.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free 5 mL PATCHOULI and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!


PATCHOULI essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Warm up indoor workouts. Diffuse Patchouli oil to add a comforting atmosphere to a calming yoga session or as you stretch before bed.
  • Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. With cold weather coming in, skin can get drier and direr. Add a drop or two of Pachouli oil to your favorite face lotion for extra moisture your skin will love.
  • Ditch the deodorant. Use Patchouli as a natural alternative to conventional deodorant.
300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free bottle of IMMUPRO TABLETS and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!


IMMUPRO TABLETS

  • AMP UP antioxidants. Support your body with an extra boost of antioxidants with this chewable, healthy tablet that provides exceptional immune system support.
  • Update evening routines. Take 1-2 ImmuPro chewable tablets in the evening as you prepare for a healthy night's sleep.
4oo PV Orders
With any Subscribe to Save order (previously Essential Rewards) order of 400PV, you'll received a SPICED TURMERIC HERBAL TEA and a YOUNG LIVING FOUNDATION MUG and all of the above with FREE SHIPPING!

  • Brighten your morning. Pour yourself a cup of cozy first thing in the morning and enjoy the benefits of warm, comforting Spiced Turmeric.
  • Kick back and relax. After a long day of overcast weather, settle into the evening with a dash of delish by pouring a mug of this spiced wonder.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
YOUNG LIVING FOUNDATION MUG
  • Make something memorable. Mix up some low-sugar hot chocolate with some Cinnamon Bark Vitality oil for a heathy treat. Pour your delightful blend into your new Young Living Foundation mug to feel good about what you're drinking.
  • Celebrate you community. Sip and smile knowing you are supporting the Young Living Foundation and the good it does in your community and communities around the world.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in October.

Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.

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

How to Use Oct's Gifts with Purchase - 2021

How to use
October's Gifts with Purchase

Fall is here! We are so excited for all the cool-weather activities and to make themes of this season with our lived ones. Celebrate togetherness with this month's gift with purchase.

Gathering with your favorite people becomes even sweeter with your favorite Young Living products on hand (and your wellness habits in full swing).

Patchouli, Cinnamon Bark, Clove and Nutmeg will be the stars of your favorite diffuser blends. Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea will be a great start to your morning.  And when it's time to wind down, let the evening melt away with ImmuPro chewable tablets..

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

Cinnamon Bark is a staple of autumn scent. Diffuse the soil with Nutmeg, Clove, Ginger, Cardamom, Tangerine, Vanilla, Thieves or a tree oil for a warm, welcoming aroma!
  • Autumn Breeze: 3 drops Orange, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 1 drop Clove and 1 drop Nutmeg
  • Coffee Shop: 4 drops Stress Away, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Tangerine
  • Pumpkin Spice: 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Orange, 2 drops Nutmeg, 1 drop Ginger
Whip up a simple, festive Room Spray:
  • Add 10 drops each Cinnamon Bark and Vanilla
  • And a splash of witch hazel
  • Then fill the rest of a 2 oz glass spray bottle with filtered water.
Drop Cinnamon Bark oil onto pinecones, garlands and other seasonal decor to create a simple passive diffuser.

Add a couple of drops of Cinnamon Bark to your favorite perfume roller for a warm, spicy undertone.
  • Joy + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
  • Jasmine + Neroli + Stress Away + Cinnamon Bark
  • Ylang Ylang + Lavender + Tangerine + Cinnamon Bark
Make a Wellness Roller. To a 10 mL roller bottle, add:
  • 10 drops each: Cinnamon Bark, Oregano, Clove, Frankincense, Lemon, and RC or Raven
  • Fill with a carrier oil of choice
  • Roll over the spine and lymph nodes morning and evening.
Use Cinnamon Bark for emotional support!
  • Cinnamon Bark is a wonderful tool for when you feel easily annoyed or when you feel the need to act a part or fake something. Often we suppress or play a role in new situations, during holiday times and/or around family. Its not a coincidence that the fall and winter months have us gravitating towards warm aroma like Cinnamon Bark. You can use this oil to help you move out of a fake role and more into the true version of you. 
  • Simply sit in a quiet place, add a drop of Cinnamon Bark to your palms, rub in well, then cup your hands over your nose and breathe deeply. Repeat a positive affirmation, a personal truth or scripture. Sit and breathe until you feel something shift. You can repeat this process as often as necessary.
For more on this fall staple, check out the Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil Spotlight.
Clove Essential Oil

Add Clove to your Daily Wellness Roller:
  • Clove essential oil is an antioxidant powerhouse! Clove has an ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) value of 1,078,700 μTE/100 g, meaning it provides your body with a large supply of antioxidants to support health and healing. (To give you an idea of what this means, oranges are created 750 μTE/100 g and kale is rated at 1,770 μTE/100 g.)
  • Clove is a key ingredient in the Thieves essential oil blend because of its incredible immune support properties.
Give your muscles (and immune system) some TLC with a Clove & Epsom salt bath:
  • Add 2 drops Clove to 1 cup Epsom salt and then add to your bath water (ideally, let the water run into and over a cup containing the salts) for a relaxing soak. Sit back and soak up all the health benefits of Clove essential oil.
  • Don't want the full body experience? Cut the recipe in half and add the salts to warm water to a large bin for a simple, wonderful foot soak.
Diffuse this perfect fall spice oil:
  • Fall Festival: 3 drops Thieves, 3 drops Orange, 2 drops Clove, 3 drops Grapefruit
  • Mulled Cider: 4 drops Christmas Spirit, 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Grapefruit
  • Spiced Chai: 3 drops Vanilla, 2 drops Cardamom, 2 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Clove
  • Autumn Forest: 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Clove, 2 drops Pine
Dilute and massage Clove onto tired muscles and feet for a lovely warming sensation that also gives your body some TLC.
Nutmeg Essential Oil Blend

This oil is high in the constituent sabinene, alpha-pinene and beta-pinene, making it a wonderful option to support the digestive system, to protect your liver, to help maintain healthy circulation and provide the adrenals with the support they need on a daily basis.

Make a cozy linen spray: To an 8 oz spray bottle add:
  • 5 drops each of Nutmeg and Clove
  • 10 drops Bergamot or Orange
  • 1 cup of filtered water
  • and a splash of witch hazel
    Spray anywhere and everywhere.
Cozy up your Thieves Cleaner with a Pumpkin Spice Scent. To make a Pumpkin Spice Thieves Cleaner:
  • 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
  • 10 drops each of Orange and Cinnamon Bark 
  • 5 drops each of Ginger, Clove, Nutmeg
  • Fill the rest of a 16 oz glass spray bottle with water
Did someone say stress? Nutmeg is your stress response oil. Make this Stress Recovery (aka Adrenal Love) Serum:
To a 4 oz glass dropper bottle, add
25 drops Nutmeg
20 drops each of Clove, Frankincense, and Rosemary
Fill the rest up with Castor oil
Apply over the lower back every morning and before bed every day.

Diffuse this fall spice oil for a little pick me up:
  • Adrenal Love: 3 drops Nutmeg,  3 drops Frankincense, 3 drops Clove, 3 drops Orange
  • Pumpkin Spice: 4 drops Orange, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Nutmeg, 1 drop Ginger
  • Baking Pie: 4 drops Stress Away, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, 2 drops Nutmeg
  • Calm & Collected: 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Nutmeg, 3 drops Frankincense
Patchouli Essential Oil

Use Patchouli as a natural alternative to conventional deodorant. Either apply directly, dilute with jojoba/V-6 oil in a roller ball and apply after using apple cider vinegar to cleanse the area.

Add Patchouli to your skincare routine - its great for winter skin with this 'Happy Hippie' Body Butter:
  • 1/2 cup solid coconut oil (use refined for less coconut scent)
  • 1/2 cup shea butter (use refined for less scent)
  • 20 drops each of Patchouli, Tangerine, and Sacred Mountain
  • Whip coconut oil and shea butter with a handheld or stand mixer until light and fluffy, slowly mix in essential oils until combined. Store in a glass jar with an airtight lid.
Diffuse this grounding, woodsy oil for the welcoming aroma of a crisp autumn walk. Patchouli pairs well with citrus, other tree oils, and Frankincense and is also great emotional tool for releasing worry.
  • Diffuse during prayer, meditation or yoga
  • Diffuse with other calming oils at bedtime to unwind
  • Happy Hippie: 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Tangerine, 3 drops Sacred Mountain, 2 drops Lavender
  • Autumn Forest: 4 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce, 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Frankincense
  • Sleep Tight: 3 drops Lavender, 3 drops Frankincense, 3 drops Patchouli, 2 drops Valor
  • Autumn Picnic: 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Tangerine, 1 drop Clove, 2 drops Idaho Blue Spruce, 2 drops Bergamot
  • Worry Less: 3 drops Patchouli, 3 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Valor
Add patchouli to your favorite blends for a woodsy aroma that calms and grounds:
  • Tension Melter: Patchouli + Peppermint
  • Glow Up: Patchouli + Frankincense + Blue Tansy (a skincare favorite)
  • Its a Vibe: Patchouli + Jasmine + Bergamot ( great perfume roller)
Make a cozy Autumn Room Spray with Patchouli and other tree oils. To a 2 oz glass dropper bottle add:
  • 15 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce
  • 10 drops Patchouli
  • 10 drops Tangerine (optional)
  • 5 drops Cinnamon Bark
  • A splash of witch hazel
  • Fill the rest with water
ImmuPro Chewable Tablets

ImmuPro Chewable Tablets are one of the easiest ways to give your body a good boost. These tablets are packed full of immune-supporting herbs and essential oils that:
  • Stimulate the immune system (both cell-mediated and humoral immunity)
  • Provide necessary minerals like Zinc, Copper, and Selenium
  • Allow the body to rest by providing a small amount of melatonin. when we are stressed, our bodies need sleep even more to allow healing to occur.
  • ImmuPro combines Reishi, Mistake and Agaricus blazei organic mushrooms with NingXia Wolfberry polysaccharides and Orange essential oil to create an immune supporting supplement that is perfect for anyone 12 and older. Chew 1-2 ImmuPro tablets before bed to help your body rest and recover.
Create a daily bedtime wellness routine:
  • Make a mug of Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea in your YL Foundation mug
  • Draw a relaxing bath with 10 drops Patchouli - 5 drops Clove in 1 cup of Epsom salt
  • After your bath, apply diluted Nutmeg or the Stress Relief Serum over the adrenals
  • Roll your Wellness Blend over the spine and lymph nodes
  • Chew 1-2 ImmuPro tablets
  • Fire up your diffuser with Patchouli, Frankincense, and Lavender
  • Apply your favorite sleep supporting oils and snooze away!
Spiced Turmeric Tea
and YL Foundation Mug

Turmeric has some incredible health benefits, and the Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea is a wonderful way to add these benefits to your daily routine.

Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea combines spices including ginger, turmeric, and chai masala with organic rooibos for a warm, inviting drink. And its caffeine free!

Start your morning with a cozy cup of Spiced Turmeric Herbal Tea.
  • Bring 8 oz of water to near-boiling and pour into your YL Foundation mug with a tea bag and steep covered for 5 minutes
  • Remove the tea bag and add Tangerine Vitality Oil, if you wish.
Create a super easy Golden Milk Latte:
  • Make a mug of Spiced Herbal Tea as mentioned above
  • Warm your milk of choice in a small saucepan or an electric milk frother
  • Pour warmed/frothed milk into your tea and sprinkle with ground cinnamon (optional)
Want a cool, refreshing herbal tea for your mid-day meal? Try this recipe:
  • Steep 4-5 tea bags in boring water for 10 minutes
  • While the infusion is still warm, add sweetener if desired (raw hone is a great choice)
  • While the infusion is still warm (but not boiling) add any Vitality oils if desired
  • Let the tea cool, then place it in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Enjoy a cup straight fro the fridge or over ice.
Enjoy your day with a wellness boost.
  • Enjoy a mug of Spiced Turmeric Tea before bedtime as you wind down the evening.
  • Complete the daily wellness ritual each evening to give your body some TLC and help keep you above the wellness line this season.
Cozy up with a crowd!
  • Make a large batch of this warm, spicy tea for your friends and family! Simply boil 8 oz of water per mug (boil all in a large stock pot or kettle), then add the tea bags directly to your heating vessel and steep.
  • Make it a special Autumn treat for your guests with warmed, frothed milk, a drop of Cinnamon or Orange Vitality, ground cinnamon on top and a dollop of raw honey.
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

AminoWise Supplement Spotlight - Sept 2021

AminoWise

Supplement Spotlight

AminoWise is our favorite supplement for the recovery after workout - think of this as a natural Gatorade! It is wolfberry lemonade-flavored drink mix that contains branched-chain amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals to provide the nutrients you need to optimize your workout recovery.

AminoWise enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targed formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals.

It tastes amazing and contains all the good stuff and none of the bad. Its formulated with branch chain amino acids and contains three key blends that combine to support your muscles during and after exercise, help fight fatigue, and enhance your recovery.

  • Muscle Performance Blend: includes branch-chain amino acids that helps build and repair muscles
  • Recovery Blend: includes NingXia wolfberry powder with Lemon and Lime premium essential oils that help reduce the lactic acid
  • Hydration Blend: features electrolytes that replace vital minerals lost during exercise.
Why we love AminoWise

  • Amino acids and antioxidants help with fatigue and enhance muscle recovery during and after exercise
  • Aids in reducing muscle fatigue by reducing exercise-induced lactic acid
  • Helps support the production of nitric oxide, which can improve vascular blood flow, enhancing recovery and performance
  • Contains branched-chain amino acids, which have been shown to aid in preventing muscle catabolism from excercise
  • Supports hydration by replenishing important minerals lost during exercise
  • Good source of Vitamin E and Zinc
  • No preservatives, synthetic colors, or artificial flavors
  • No added sugar or artificial sweetener
Why are Amino Acids Important?

Amino acids are classified as non-essential amino acids (you produce them on your own), conditionally essential amino acids (can usually be produced by your body), and essential amino acids (EAAs cannot be made by the body so you must get them through diet or supplementation).

Of the EAAs, three are superstars - the branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) - leucine, isoleucine, and valine. BACCs make up about 35% of your muscle tissue.

Your ability to maintain, or even build lean body mass, or muscle, is based on the levels of protein synthesis and protein breakdown throughout the day. As we age, protein breakdown tends to accelerate. To slow the protein breakdown you can eat more high quality protein and supplement with EAAs.

Because your level of muscle mass plays a significant role in longevity, anything that increases protein synthesis or decreases protein breakdown can support your quality of life through your lifespan. Since amino acids play such an essential role in building and maintaining lean body mass, they must be a consistent part of a health diet. 

Here is a really informative article for a deeper dive!

To Use
Mix 1 scoop with 8 oz of water and consume during or after exercise or as desired as part of your daily wellness routine
NingXia Red Electrolyte Drink
  • 1 cup water or coconut water
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 scoop AminoWise
  • 1-2 drops YL Vitality oil of choice (Tangerine, Orange, Lime, Citrus Fresh, Grapefruit)
If you want to take it up a notch, here are some BONUS ingredients you can add to the recipe above that make this drink even more packed with good things:
  • 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp coconut oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 drop YL Peppermint Vitality essential oil
Mix all ingredients in a blender with some ice (or just mix in a blender bottle or mason jar) for one of the most refreshing drinks EVER!

Join us this month as we use AminoWise this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our bodies and muscles with the good things!

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

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

Essentials for Sept 2021

September Essentials
What should I order?


Ready, Set, Red. September is all about creating great health habits, specifically using our beloved NingXia Red. Join us this month as we use the following products daily to support our health and wellness as we head into the fall and winter.

Tangerine essential oil - to calm, focus & uplift
NingXia Red - for overall health & energy
NingXia Nitro - for energy & mental clarity
AminoWise - for muscle support & recovery
ImmuPower essential oil - to support the immune system
Clove essential oil - antioxidant support & yummy diffuser blends

Tangerine Essential Oil

Tangerine essential oil has a sweet scent that can create a happy, contented mindset when diffused. This versatile oil is wonderful for the emotions, helps purify the air of odors, promotes healthy hair and skin, and smells wonderful in so many diffuser blends.

Taken internally, it offers a fresh, sweet citrus flavor and can provide digestive, lymphatic, and immune support. This is an oil we definitely want in our homes and in our bodies.

Learn more about Tangerine essential oil in the September's Oil of the Month post.

NingXia Red

Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your routine with this powerful, whole-body supplement. This wolfberry puree is infused with essential oils and also contain plum, arena  cherry, blueberry, and pomegranate juices and extracts - it is so packed with superfoods to support overall wellness.

The benefits of NingXia Red include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health.

Want to learn more about the health benefits of NingXia Red, then check out September's Product Spotlight blog.
NingXia Nitro

With ingredients specifically crafted to kick it up a notch, NingXia Nitro is the absolute perfect solution when you've started your day at the crack of dawn and need to rev your energy storage. Or when you're seriously suffering from that afternoon slump, or you simply need to tackle a to-do list a mile long - NingXia Nitro has your back.

Learn more about NingXia Nitro in this month's Ditch and Switch blog post.
AmminoWise

AminoWise is our favorite supplement for recovery after workouts - think of this as a natural Gatorade. It is a wolfberry lemonade-flavored drink mix that contains branched-chain amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals to provide the nutrients you need to optimize your workout recovery.

AminoWise enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targeted formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals.

Learn more about AminoWise in September's Supplement Spotlight.
ImmuPower
Essential Oil Blend

The name this blend says it all! ImmuPower is a combination of powerful essential oils, including Hyssop, Mountain Savory, Cistus, Camphor, Frankincense, Oregano, Clove, Cumin, and Dorado Azul.

This oil blend is a mainstay for you to be supported above the wellness line.

Clove Essential Oil

Clove essential oil has a warm, inviting aroma that is perfect as we head into the cooler months. Diffuse with Tangerine, Nutmeg, Cinnamon Bark, Vanilla and/or Thieves for an incredible blend that supports overall health and wellness.

Clove also provides cleansing properties and can be added to Thieves dental products to maintain oral health. When taken internally, it contains antioxidants and can provide immune and general wellness support.

Want to try the essentials for September (Tangerine essential oil, NingXia Red, NingXia Nitro, AminoWise, ImmuPower essential oil, Clove 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

NingXia Red Product Spotlight - Sept 2021

Lets Learn More

About NingXia Red!

It's no secret that we are crazy about NingXia Red, and here are all there reasons why. NingXia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement drink made from wolberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, arena  and pomegranate juices, grape seed extract, Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon and Orange essential oils, stevia and pure vanilla extract for flavor.


Besides the great taste, NingXia Red has some amazing health benefits. It has the highest known protection against the dangerous superoxide free radicals, as documented in the S-ORAC test conducted by Brunswick Laboratories.

Let's talk antioxidants. That word gets thrown around a lot as we discuss wellness, but what does it really mean? Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products), which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals.

NingXia Red is rich in ellagic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, it has 18 animo acids, 21 trace minerals, beta-carotene, and vitamins B1, B2, B3 and E. It is an excellent whole-food source of nutrients that gives energy and strength to the body without harmful stimulants. It also has an amazing low glycemic index of 11 that does not spike the blood sugar levels.

In Short, NingXia Red:
  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
  • Energy support
  • HUGE source of antioxidants
  • Support brain and join health
  • Support healthy hormone levels
  • Support healthy blood sugar levels
  • Can help curb sugar cravings
Why do we Love it?
Why are we so huge on our NingXia Red? Because, honestly, we're better people when we drink it. Sound a little far-fetch?

Think about it...
Do cars run better when fueled by the right gas? Why do we expect our bodies to run on second-rate, pressed, non-fuel? We get work out, our digestive systems get tired, our cells get dirty, and we need something we can assimilate quickly and easily to go to work. NingXia Red gives our bodies the boost we need.

Who should use NingXia Red? Everyone!
We love 2 ounces daily for kids and 2-4 ounces daily for adults.

Yummy Recipes:
NingXia Immune Booster - Fill a glass with the following
  • 1/3 full with organic apple juice (or water)
  • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
  • 1 tsp organic elderberry syrup (make your own and infuse it with essential oils!)
NingXia Spritzer - add to a glass and stir:
  • 1 can sparkling water in your favorite flavor
  • 1/3 to 1/2 bottle of kombucha
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • 1-2 drops citrus vitality oils (Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Lime, etc)

NingXia Lunchbox

Freeze your NingXia packets, then pack in your kid's lunchbox. Doubles as an ice pack! Add in a cute straw and its a fun and healthy lunchtime treat.

Join us as we boost our overall wellness and develop healthy daily habits with NingXia Red everyday this month. 

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

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

Gift with Purchase! - Sept 2021

September's gifts with Purchase


Creating a solid health and wellness routine with this month's gift with purchase! Boost your pre-workout drink with the bright taste of Orange Vitality, Citrus Fresh Vitality, and Lemon Vitality. Turn a refreshing smoothie into a healthful treat with Copaiba Vitality, DiGize Vitality or Endoflex Vitality.

Finally, prep for a moment session with Longevity Vitality and Life 9 Probiotic to boost overall wellness, especially this time of year. To top it off, YL Vitality Drops in Lavender Lemonade and Grapefruit Bergamot flavors are here to help you stay hydrated as you reach your healthy lifestyle goals.

For some of our favorite ways to use these oils and products, check out the How to Use September's Gift with Purchase blog.

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

Freebies During the Month of September


With any order (Subscribe to Save or one time shop order) of 100 PV or more, you will receive FREE SHIPPING. You worry about creating a wonderful health routine and let Young Living cover the cost of your deliveries.


190 PV Orders

With any order (Subscribe to Save or Shop) of 190 PV or more, you'll receive a free 5 mL LEMON VITALITY, CITRUS FRESH VITALITY, and DIGIZE VITALITY! If your order is a Subscribe to Save order, you'll also receive a free 5 mL ORANGE VITALITY and COPAIBA VITALITY.


LEMON VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Zest it up! Add some sparkle to your daily routine by putting 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality in a vegetarian gel capsule and taking with a meal. Or simply add a couple drops to your water as you sip throughout the day.
  • Make breakfast fun. Blend a drop in pancake or waffle batter and top your breakfast with fresh fruit for a healthy meal that tastes like lemon-poppyseed cake. Or add a few drops to a smoothie for a bright, fresh twist.

CITRUS FRESH VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Season like a boss. Use Citrus Fresh Vitality in recipes such as fruit salads, salad dressings, and marinades to enhance the flavor.
  • Personalize your beverages. Add 1-2 drops of Citrus Fresh Vitality to every 2 ounces of your favorite fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies - even water!
DIGIZE VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Take with you on the go. When road tripping, enhance your traveling experience by adding a few drops of DiGize Vitality to your water bottle.
  • Time for tea! Make a soothing tea with antioxidant properties by adding and DiGize Vitality.
  • Add support your digestion by putting 1-2 drops of DiGize Vitality in a vegetarian gel capsule.
ORANGE VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Boost your cooking. Use Orange Vitality in sweet or savory dishes for added flavor and zest in a healthy life.
  • Hydrate like royalty. Add Orange Vitality to your drinking water after a run to give it a burst of flavor.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.
COPAIBA VITALITY essential oil, 5 mL
  • Post-workout routine. Add Copaiba Vitality to Pure Protein Complete or your favorite protein drink. Or simply add Copaba Vitality to a vegetarian capsule to support overall join and muscle health every day.
  • Flavor it up! Add Copaiba Vitality to your favorite smoked salmon or smoked meat recipes.
  • Note: for Subscribe to Save orders only.

250 PV Orders

With any order of 250 PV, you'll receive a free LAVENDER LEMONADE VITALITY DROPS, a 5 mL ENDOFLEX VITALITY, a 5 mL LONGEVITY VITALITY and all the above with FREE SHIPPING!


ENDOFLEX VITALTIY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Get rid of grime. When you travel agenda looks a little more plans and trains and less automobiles, use these wipes to spruce up public spaces with one swipe.
  • Fight the sticky! Clean up messy fingers with these plant-based wipes or give your work desk a post-lunch pampering with a quick wipe down.
LONGEVITY VITALITY essential oil blend, 5 mL
  • Keep grooving. Add a little movement to your day by dancing around to a few favorite tunes, then hydrate by adding Longevity Vitality to a cool glass of water. Or simply add to a vegetarian capsules to support overall longevity and immunity.
  • Treat yourself. After a hard day burning calories, take time for a breather and pour yourself a cup of tea with a few drops of Longevity Vitality.
LAVENDER LEMONADE YL Vitality Drops
  • Add some delish. After setting a personal record at the gym, cool down with a drink infused with flavorful Lavender Lemonade YL Vitality Drops.
  • Sweeten the deal. Add a great taste to an ordinary glass of water, plus get an extra boost of trace minerals when you add YL Vitality Drops to your daily hydration routine.

300 PV Orders

With any order of 300 PV, you'll receive a free bottle of LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC and all of the abovewith FREE SHIPPING!


LIFE 9 PROBIOTIC

  • Go pro with probiotics. Support your healthy lifestyle by moving your body, eating a balanced diet, and taking Life 9 to promote healthy digestion as well as overall health and immunity.
  • Support your systems. Add taking a Life 9 pill to your daily multivitamins and supplements for an extra boost of probiotics.
GRAPEFRUIT BERGAMOT YL Vitality Drops
  • Up your hydration game. Add a few drops of YL Vitality Drops to your water bottle for a yummy taste that will encourage you to keep sipping throughout the day.
  • Boost your body. After a hard workout, add some YL Vitality Drops to your green smoothie for a kick of flavor and extra electrolytes.

For more details and ways to use these amazing oils, check out this YouTube video from YL Corporate. Then get diffusing with these freebies with these yummy Diffuser Recipes in September. Wonder how to use your gifts with purchase? Check out this post to see all the things.


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

How to Use Sept's Gifts with Purchase - 2021

Wondering How to use your
September Gifts with Purchase?

Do you ever see the monthly freebies Young Living so generously offers us, and wonder, "But what would I do with that?" Well, we've got you covered with these simple tips and DIYs for how to use the freebies.

Create a solid health and wellness routine with September's Gifts with Purchase. Boost your pre-workout drink with the bright taste of Orange Vitality, Citrus Fresh Vitality, and Lemon Vitality. Turn a refreshing smoothie into healthful treat with Copaiba Vitality, DiGize Vitality, or EndoFlex Vitality. Finally, prep for a movement session with Longevity Vitality and Life 9 to boost overall wellness, especially this time of year. To top it off, YL Vitality Drops in Lavender Lemonade and Grapefruit Bergamot flavors are here to help you stay hydrated as you reach your healthy lifestyle goals.

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

Give your morning routine a healthy boost with Lemon Avocado Toast.
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1-2 slices of your favorite bread
  • Mash avocado lightly in a bowl and add
    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
    • 1-2 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil
    • salt & pepper to taste
  • Toast the bread, then spread the seasoned avocado on top. Add a fried egg if desired or enjoy as is.
Start your day with some gentle liver and immune system support:
  • Add a drizzle of honey (optional) to the bottom of a mug, add 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality essential oil, then fill with warm (not boiling) water.
  • This is also a great practice when defenses start to go down if you're feeling the need for some respiratory support that the colder months often require.
  • Added bonus if you add a drop of Thieves Vitality and Copaiba Vitality for more health benefits!
Add some zest to your salads and marinades by adding a few drops of Lemon Vitality to the mix. Try this simple Dijon Vinaigrette with Lemon, Orange, or even Citrus Fresh Vitality:
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp organic dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vingar
  • 2-3 drops Orange, Lemon, or Citrus Fresh Vitality
  • 1-2 tbsp honey or another sweetener to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
    Mix all ingredients well with a whisk and use as desired. Shake gently before use.
Mix up you daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Lemon Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Lemon Vitality is the exact same oil as Lemon essential oil, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That leash you can use Lemon Vitality the same way you would Lemon essential oil - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
Citrus Fresh Vitality Essential Oil

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Citrus Fresh Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Citrus Fresh, Lemon, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Add a drop or two of Citrus Fresh Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a fresh twist.

Add Citrus Fresh Vitality to your salad dressings or marinades for a delicious citrus flavor.

Citrus Fresh Vitality is the exact same oil as Citrus Fresh essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Citrus Fresh Vitality the same way you would use Citrus Fresh essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Be well Roller: Frankincense, Thieves, Citrus Fresh, Lemon in a carrier oil
  • Be Happy Roller: Stress Away, Citrus Fresh, Orange, Grapefruit in a carrier oil
  • Be Calm Roller: Lavender, Citrus Fresh, Orange in a carrier oil
DiGize Vitality Essential Oil Blend

Support your health from the inside out with daily DiGize capsules. Add 1-2 drops DiGize Vitality to a vegetarian capsule and top off with a carrier oil (olive oil or V6).

Add a drop or two of DiGize Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a digestive support twist.

Whenever you need some extra digestive health, add a drop of DiGize Vitality and a drop of Lemon Vitality (optional) to a large glass of water or to a vegetarian capsule for relief.

DiGize Vitality is the exact same oil as DiGize essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use the DiGize Vitality the same way you would DiGize essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Tummy Ease Roller: 10 drops each DiGize, Peppermint, lemon and a carrier oil in a 10 mL roller bottle.
Orange Vitality Essential Oil

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Orange Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Add a drop or two of Orange Vitality to your favorite herbal tea for a fresh twist.

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

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

Copaiba Vitality is an incredible oil for supporting the body's natural response to inflammation and injury - both acute and chronic. Add this oil to your health routine for any muscle, joint, or tendon needs - post workout to aging to chronic needs.

Make a daily wellness tea! (Also great for acute needs when the body's defenses start to go down.)
  • Warm water or herbal tea (Echinacea is great)
  • 1 drop Thieves Vitality
  • 1 drop Copaiba Vitality
  • 2-3 drops Lemon Vitality
  • 1 tsp honey
    Add oils to the honey, pour water on top and stir well.
    Or add oils directly to the tea bag before adding water.
Support your health from the inside out with daily Copaiba capsules
1 vegetarian capsule
1-2 drops Copaiba Vitality
Olive oil (or other edible liquid oil) for dilution if desired

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Copaiba Vitality essential oil directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Copaiba, Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Help the little ones needing support for teething. Apply Copiaba Vitality and coconut oil to the gum lines or locally to support them through dental needs. (Works for adults too!)

Copaiba Vitality is the exact same oil as Copaiba essential oil, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Copaiba Vitality the same way you would use Copaiba essential oil - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Daily Wellness Roller: Copaiba, Frankincense, Oregano, Peppermint in a carrier oil
  • Rock a Bye Baby Roller: Lavender, Copaiba and in a oil
  • Relive it Roller: Peppermint, Copaiba, Panaway in a carrier oil
Endoflex Vitality Essential Oil Blend

Endoflex essential oil blend is our favorite for overall hormone balance and support.
 
Drop Endoflex under the tongue or take in a vegetarian capsule daily for adrenal, thyroid, pancreas and overall hormone support.

Mix up your daily NingXia Red. Add 1-2 drops of Endoflex Vitality essential oil blend directly to your NingXia or make a spritzer with sparkling water:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Endoflex, Lemon, Citrus Fresh, and/or Orange Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • and lots of ice.
Endoflex Vitality is the exact same oil as Endoflex essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Endoflex Vitality the same way you would use Endoflex essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.
  • Happy Hormones Roller for Her: Endoflex, Lavender, Geranium, Clary Sage in a carrier oil
  • Happy Hormones Roller for Him: Endoflex, Idaho Blue Spruce, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Mister in a carrier oil
Longevity Vitality Essential Oil Blend

The name of the blend tells you that it is a must-have! Thyme, Orange, Clove, and Frankincense come together in a powerhouse blend to support a healthy immune system and overall wellness when taken internally.
  • Thyme essential oil provides support to the immune system, spicy aroma that enhances the flavor of food when taken internally.
  • When taken internally, Orange Vitality essential oil provides digestive and immune support.
  • Clove essential oil has a warm, stimulating aroma that provides cleansing properties and can be added to Thieves dental products to maintain oral health. When taken internally, it contains antioxidants and may provide immune and general wellness support.
  • Frankincense essential oil has been used in religious rituals for over 3,000 years. It has been known to enhance immunological function, beautify skin, and increase spiritual awareness.
Botox in a bottle! Add Longevity Vitality to an empty vegetable capsule and take daily for overall health, wellness, and longevity.
For bonus skincare results pair daily Longevity Vitality capsules with CBD Beauty Boost. Add CBD Beauty Boost to your daily moisturizer for healthy, happy skin.

Add Longevity Vitality to you daily NingXia Red, Slique Tea, or Steeped Vitality teas for an immune and wellness boost.

Longevity Vitality is the exact same oil as Longevity essential oil blend, simply labeled differently so it can be ingested. That means you can use Longevity Vitality the same way you would use Longevity essential oil blend - in the diffuser and in all your favorite roller blends as well.  Pairs well with ImmunPower and Thieves for an incredible immune blend either diffused or as a roller.
Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops

Lavender Lemonade Vitality Drops provide a delicious electrolyte boost to your water without adding sugar or containing artificial colors.

Contains more than 70 naturally occurring ionic trace minerals, making it a great addition to your overall health and wellness routine.
Includes Lavender and Lemon essential oils to support the immune system and overall wellness.

Add it to plain water or spice up your NingXia Red Spritzer with Vitality drops:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Lavender Lemonade Vitality Drops
  • 2 drops Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • Sparkling or plain water
  • Optional add-ins: Mindwise, NingXia Nitro, Golden Turmeric Powder, kombucha
Life 9 Probiotic

Life 9 is a highly potent probiotic with 17 billion live cultures from 9 beneficial bacterial strains to support healthy immune function, maintain optimal metabolism, and promote normal intestinal function.
  • Promotes healthy digestion
  • Supports a healthy immune system
  • Helps maintain normal intestinal function
Add Life 9 probiotic to your daily wellness routine to support overall health and immunity. For best results take before bedtime.

Use Life 9 to replenish healthy bacteria after a round of herbal or convention antibiotics. Take 1-2 capsules daily, making sure to separate Life 9 from the antibiotic by at least 2 hours.

Making homemade yogurt? Open Life 9 capsules and empty into milk or coconut milk when making yogurt for even more health benefits. Check out this amazing Instant Pot Coconut Milk Greek Yogurt recipe.
Grapefruit Bergamot Vitality Drops

Hydrate naturally without sugar or artificial colors with the delicious flavor of Grapefruit and Bergamot.

Provides a delicious electrolyte boost to water and contains more then 70 naturally occurring ionic trace minerals but no sugar or artificial colors.

Includes Grapefruit and Bergamot essential oils, which are great for supporting overall health, energy, and immunity.

Add it to plain water or spice up your NingXia Red Spritzer with Vitality drops:
  • 2-4 oz NingXia Red
  • Grapefruit Bergamot Vitality Drops
  • 2 drops Orange, Citrus Fresh, and/or Lemon Vitality (or any Vitality oil) 
  • Sparkling or plain water
  • Optional add-ins: Mindwise, NingXia Nitro, Golden Turmeric Powder, kombucha
Now that you know how to use these Free 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

Essentials for August 2021

The August Essentials are Here!
What should I order?


August is all about the Little Oilers and supporting them well! Here are a few items we are using this month and beyond to support their (and our) physical, mental and emotional health everyday.

KidScents KidPower - to promote calm, confident feelings
KidScents MightyZyme - for happy, healthy bellies & bodies
KidScents Toothpaste - to make brushing a happy habit
KidScents Roll-on Collection - for anything your kids day may hold
Seedlings Calm Essential Oil Blend - for sweet calming vibes
Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream - to heal and protect any skin needs

KidScents KidPower
Essential Oil Blend

Sometimes life can be big and scary for children, but they have the power to face all of life's bit and little challenges. Sometimes they just need help discovering that power inside themselves.

KidPower is a unique, everyday blend formulated to help inspire feelings of confidence, courage, and positivity at home, at school, or on the playground... 

But it's not just for kids. This blend is also amazing for adults and makes a wonderful perfume.

Learn more about KidPower essential oil blend in the August's Oil of the Month post.

KidScents MightyZyme

KidScents MightyZyme chewable tablets contains enzymes that naturally occur in the body that support and assist the digestive needs of growing bodies and the normal digestion of foods.

When taken daily with meals, these little chewable tablets can make a big difference in our kid's overall health.

Lean more about MightyZyme in this month's Supplement Spotlight blog post.

KidScents Toothpaste

Make brushing a joy instead of a chore with KidScents Toothpaste. This advanced formula cleans children's teeth without any of the harsh additives found in most commercial toothpastes.

Flouride and GMO free, this plant-based toothpaste provides a refreshing mint taste infused with 100% pure essential oils while supporting healthy-looking gums and teeth. KidScents Toothpaste is formulated with your children and family in mind.

Learn more in this month's Ditch and Switch blog post.
KidScents Roll-On Collection

Your children go through a lot in a day, and this collection of pre-diluted oils have you covered for anything you need. This collection features six superstar blends to tackle all the ups and downs of your children's days. Each custom blend is ready for easy application and portability in a convenient roller for natural solutions anytime, anywhere.
  • GeneYus - to create an atmosphere of creativity and alertness
  • KidPower - to inspire feelings of confidence, courage, and optimism
  • Owie - naturally soothes minor ouchies and boo boo's
  • SleeyIze - to help little ones settle down at night
  • SniffleEase - for naturally soothing vapors
  • TummyGize - to help comfort tummy troubles
Seedlings Calm
Essential Oil Blend

Dreamland is only a few drops away with Seedlings Calm essential blend. This soothing, gentle scent is formulated with the littlest members of your family in mind, but is soft, relaxing, floral scent is a favorite for the whole family.

Roll-on, diffuse, use in a linen spray. However you choose to use this special blend, it will help the whole family unwind together.
Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream

Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream is made with 100% naturally derived ingredients, including 100% pure essential oils, botanicals, and non-nano zinc oxide. It helps reduce the duration and severity of diaper rash when applied at the first sign of redness.

It soothes on contact, protects delicate skin, and acts as a physical barrier to wetness. The extra gentle, mild formula - developed specially for your infant's tender skin - seals out wetness and helps balance skin moisture while reducing redness.

Don't have littles in diapers? This thick, Lavender-scented cream is a staple in our family's first aid kit.

Want to try the essentials for August (KidScents KidPower, KidScents MightyZyme, KidScents Toothpaste, KidScents Roll-on Collection, Seedlings Calm Essential Oil Blend, Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream), but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

MightyZyme Supplement Spotlight - Aug 2021

MightyZyme

Supplement Spotlight


Enzymes are crucial to our health and digestion, and in an ideal world our foods would be rich in natural enzymes. Unfortunately the average diet and even the soil quality. Without these little workers, we are not assimilating the nutrients that we need, and we all know that growing bodies need those nutrients!

Why are enzymes important? Enzymes...
  • help your cells communicate well with each other.
  • are protein molecules that are manufactured by all plant and animal cells. All cells require enzymes to survive and function.
  • help keep cell growth, life and death under control (this is so important!).
  • are need for more than 4,000 biochemical reactions in the body.
  • are responsible for every chemical reaction in our bodies.
  • allow our cells to build up and break down molecules in our bodies!
Enzymes affect every body system
  • Digestion - Enzymes break down food so the body can digest it.
  • Metabolism - Enzymes help properly metabolize the food so the body can use the nutrients from the food.
  • Respiration - Enzymes assist in getting oxygen to where it is needed.
  • Nutrient absorption and transportation - Enzymes help the nutrient get to where they are needed.
  • Detoxification - Enzymes keep toxic sludge from building up in the body.
  • Muscle Movement - Enzymes assist in helping the brain communicate with the muscles.
  • Hormone Production - Enzymes assist in helping the body produce hormones that in turn keep the body functioning.
  • Cell Repair - Enzymes assist in repairing cells which can lead to youthful skin.
  • Cell Division - Enzymes help keep cell division at a normal, healthy rate.

MightyZymes to the rescue!

These are all the things we want for ourselves and our kids' growing bodies. KidScents MightyZyme contains enzymes that naturally occur in the body that support and assist the digestive needs of growing bodies and the normal digestion of foods.

Areas of health that enzymes can support:
  • Gut health and digestion
  • Focus and attention
  • Mood and disposition
  • Energy levels
Chewable and newly formulated for better flavor and with folate instead of folic acid, these enzymes can be key to the digestive and immune system as well as helping to support a healthy gut (which has great impact on focus and brain function). Adding MightyZymes to your kid's routine is a great way to support their overall health.

To Use
  • Take 1 tablet, three times a day prior to or with meals.
  • For relief of occasional symptoms including fullness, pressure, bloating, stuffed feeling (commonly referred to as gas), pain and/or minor cramping that may occur after eating.
  • MightlyZyme aren't just for kids! If you are looking for a chewable enzyme, this is for you too.

Join us this month as we use MightyZyme this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our children (and ourselves!) 

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

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

SulfurZyme Supplement Spotlight - July 2021

SulfurZyme

Supplement Spotlight


What is SulfurZyme?

Sulfurzyme is a unique combination of MSM ( the protein-building compound found in breast milk, fresh fruits and vegetables) and NingXia wolfberry. Together, they create a new concept in balancing the immune system and supporting almost every major function of the body. MSM has the ability to equalize water inside the cells, which is. considerable benefit for those needing join support.

- excerpt from the Essential Oil Desk Reference, Life Science.


If you have skin, hair, nails, or joints (and we hope you do), you are likely not getting enough of this compound. We and brittle nails, hair that doesn't grow or isn't healthy, joints that are painful, and skin issues can all be giant billboard signs telling you that you need more nutrition in this area. Skin that is ultra sensitive to the topical use of oils can be another telltale sign. This one supplement (capsules or powder) can do so much to help you benefit from everything else you are doing with our oils to increase your health.

SulfurZyme at a Glance
Sulfurzyme supports overall wellness by bolstering your joints, aiding your immune system, and supporting normal metabolic function, circulation, and bone, hair, and skin health.

Five Health Benefits of MSM
  1. Helps treat Arthritis Symptoms - As a supplement, its common to pair MSM with glucosamine and other joint supporting ingredients, like chondroitin, in a single formula. Controlling inflammation, and providing sulfur are conventional methods of supporting joints and assisting those suffering from Osteoarthritis conditions. Arthritis Research UK alone references several MSM trials for osteoarthritis.
  2. Makes Skin Healthier - Hair, skin, and nail cells all contain large amounts of keratin, which contains sulfur and needs it to stay strong. Boosting keratin production helps you fight back int he battle against aging, protects you against wrinkles, stretch marks, and sunburns and helps the skin heal faster.
  3. Eases Menstrual Cycle Pain - Menstrual pain is usually caused by the swelling of the Fallopian tubes, the ovaries or the womb as it prepares itself to house an egg. Cramps can cooer either while the lining is constructed or while it is falling away. MSM can reduce the swelling and soothe the pain caused by the inflammation.
  4. Helps Treats IBD - There are studies that prove MSM is an effective treatment against certain inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease and Colitis.
  5. Improves the Immune System - MSM helps reduce swelling and sooth inflammations. Oxidative stress can lead to pain and discomfort and can lead to the progression of other diseases. That sulfur in MSM helps fortify the muscle and soothe the stress on the joints leading to better muscular function all around. It also contains antioxidants that help tackle the free radicals that damage you immune system.
"What makes this product different from the other products is the exceptional purity of MSM we use. This pharmaceutical grade MSM in SulfurZyme is light years away from the low-grade material imported from Asia. Unfortunately, a great deal of the MSM sold in the US originates from Asia. I believe that the key ingredient that makes SulfurZyme so effective is the Chinese Wolfberry. With over 18 amino acids and 21 minerals, the wolfberry is one of the most nutrient-dense foods known. Few people realize that in order for us and our pets to properly metabolize the sulfur in MSM, the body requires minerals like molybdenum. When these are missing, MSM does not work as well. This is why wolfberry is so important."
- D. Gary Young, founder of Young Living.

FAQ

  • Can pregnant and nursing women take this supplement?
  • Most believe it is safe and beneficial for both mother and baby. Please do you own research and make a decision based on what you feel is best as the mother.
  • Can kids or pets take this supplement?
  • Yes! And with great benefit. The powder version is easy to slip into other foods or drinks.
  • What's the difference in the powder and the capsule?
  • The only difference is that the powder contains Stevia as a sweetener to enhance the taste and then each contains the needed other ingredients to stabilize it in each form. Its a preferred method of ingesting for the most part.

Learn More


To Use
  • For the capsules - Take 2 capsules, once daily, one hour before or after meals.
  • For the powder - mix 1/2 teaspoon with juice or distilled water and take twice daily, one hour before or after meals. Keep in a cool dry place. Do not expose to excessive heat or direct sunlight.
  • Use in Unicorn Juice and drink daily as desired.
    • 1-2 oz NingXia Red
    • 1 tsp SulfurZyme powder
    • 2-3 drops Lime Vitality essential oil
    • water

Join us this month as we use SulfurZyme (capsules or powder) this month and beyond to support overall health and wellness and feed our skin and hair with the good things!

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

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

Rise Above Convention 2021 NEW Products




The 2021 Convention
New Products are Here!
What should I order?




Its the most exciting day of the year in the Young Living world... New product launch day!! Check out all the incredible new items below - Lushious Lemon Essential Oil blend, Charcoal Face Mask, Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub, Turmeric Powder, exclusive oil collections AND MORE!

You can find all the information about the beautiful artisan items on this 2021 Foundation Products & Collections blog and options for 2021 Product Bundles and Collections blog.
Golden Turmeric Powder
New Supplement

Oh My Goodness!! This is the one thing I'm most excited about! This will really up our wellness game with this incredible new and long-awaited supplement... Golden Turmeric Powder!

Water never tasted so good! Heres a quick video for you to check it out.

This supplement support the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery after physical exertion because if its incredible powerhouse ingredients.
  • Tumeric, Boswellia resin, and ginger work together to support the body's natural response to inflammation, immune response, joint health, mobility, and recovery.
  • Tapioca fiber is added for probiotics to support healthy digestion as well as the gut brain-axis.
Tumeric is an excellent source of curcuminoids, which help support the wellness properties in our bodies.
  • Scientists now believe that chronic, low-level inflammation plays a major role in almost every chronic, Western disease. This includes heart disease, cancer, metabolic syndrome, Alzheimer's and various degenerative conditions. Therefore, anything that can help fight chronic inflammation is of potential importance in preventing and even treating these diseases.
  • Curcumin is strongly anti-inflammatory. In fact, its so powerful that it matches the effectiveness of some anti-inflammatory drugs, without the side effects. Learn more here: Article 1, Article 2, and Article 3
  • Curcumin is a potential antioxidant that can neutralize free radical due to its chemical structure. In addition, Curcumin boosts the activity of your body's own antioxidant enzymes. Learn more here: Article 4 and Article 5
  • The unique, water-dispersible formula of Golden Turmeric Powder makes it 24 times more bioavailable than standard Tumeric extracts. The body absorbs the same amount of curcuminoids from just 300 mg of Golden Tumeric as it does from 1,926 mg of standard turmeric.
It comes in a delicious Mango Rose flavor with Lime Vitality essential oil to contribute a light citrus taste and is soy and milk free, formulated with gluten free ingredients, vegan friendly, and has no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or sweeteners.

New Kitchen & Bath

We are beyond thrilled for these new items infused with the Lushious Lemon blend! Bright citrus notes of Lemon Myrtle and Lemon, the fresh floral scent of Ylang Ylang, and cool inviting Spearmint and Eucalyptus Globulus are infused in each of these products.

Lean more about Lushious Lemon Products here.

Lushious Lemon Hand Lotion

  • The Lushious Lemon essential oils combine with Mango butter, watermelon seed oil, and apple extract to hydrate and soften hands in a vegan friendly and cruelty-free formula.
  • The fatty acid and antioxidants-rich creamy formula quickly absorbs into skin to provide immediate, but long-lasting hydration while protecting the skin's natural moisture barrier and leaves skin feeling soft and smooth without the greasy after-feel.

Lushious Lemon Essential Oil Blend

  • Bright citrus notes of Lemon Myrtle and Lemon, the fresh floral, and cool inviting Spearmint and Eucalyptus Globulus premium essential oils combine for an invigorating, uplifting blend when diffused!
  • Inhale this bright, happy blend for an aromatic mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Diffuse to neutralize unwanted orders and fill your space with its cheerful, nuanced aroma.
Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub

Thieves the day with our new favorite in the Thieves line - the Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub. Natural Cleaning just got a major upgrade. Learn more here.

  • This non-scratching, chlorine-free all purpose cleaner removes grease, dirt, grime, residue, and tough stains from most surfaces and leaves NO harsh fumes or harmful residue.
  • Formulated with citric acid to help pesky hard water build-up, nepheline syenite to remove tough stains without scratching, sodium bicarbonate to remove orders, and sodium per carbonate to lift stains and dirt this scrub is safe for use on porcelain, ceramic, copper alloys, fiberglass, Corian, brass, bronze, and chrome.
  • Easily cleans cookware, stove tops, countertops, tile, grout, bathtubs, faucets, toilets, backsplashes, barbecue grills, outdoor patio furniture and exteriors. Plus the phosphate free formula contains only naturally derived ingredients for a cleaner downstream impact. I love that Young Living is clean for our bodies and the environment.
New Oils and Collections

We are firm believers that you can never have too many oils, and these exclusive blends and collections are the perfect way to take care of ourselves during our 'no sweat' stress-free summer.

Rise Above Essential Oil Blend

  • This official 2021 Convention blend contains a powerhouse mix of high frequency oils: Valor, Frankincense, Bergamot, Dorado Azul, Idaho Grand Fir, Cedarwood, Cardamon, Lavender, and Rose.
  • Inspired by D. Gary Young through Mary Young, this blend can help you create an environment where you can transform negative thoughts to positive and motivating intentions. 
  • So often, our old thoughts and patterns can help us rise above and help achieve our true purpose.
Finca Botanica Farm - the Collection

Immerse yourself the lushness of the Ecuadorian tropics with Young Living Finca Botanica Farm Collection.

This exclusive collection features four rare and exotic essential oils, respectfully and sustainably cultivated at Young Living's Finca Botanica Farm in Ecuador. The collection includes the following oils in a collector's box with an informational booklet.


Incan Melissa - New Exclusive
  • This oil is distilled from a tropical pollinator-friendly shrub in the verbena family giving it a unique sweet-tart lemony aroma with green undertones similar to Lemon Verbena. 
  • Incan Melissa share an aromatic constituent profile similar to Melissa essential oil and helps neutralize unwanted odors when used aromatically.
Paicotea - New Exclusive
  • This plant grows throughout the Amazon River Basin and is sustainably harvested year-round
  • Paicotea has a fresh, softly spicy aroma reminiscent of, but more delicate than, Ocotea or Cinnamon Bark and compliments citrus and woodsy essential oils to create a warm and comforting scents for do-it-yourself diffuser, bath and body, and home cleaning recipes.
Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang
  • One of D. Gary Young's favorite oils, Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang is softer and more nuanced than Ylang Ylang grown in Madagascar and has not been available since 2013.
  • Ecuadorian Ylang Ylang complements many other essential oils, such as those with citrus, floral, and spicy notes with its rich, romantic, full-bodies floral aroma and helps enhance the appearance of skin and hair when applied topically.
Palo Santo
  • Steam distilled from the heartwood of the Bursar graveolens tree, a South American relative to frankincense and Myrrh, Palo Santo has an earthy, woodsy, warm aroma that is wonderful to diffuse during meditation for a positive, spiritual outlook.
Divine Destiny Collection

Created to work together synergistically as an aromatic companion to your self-development journey, you can use these oils as you practice spiritual awareness & connection, reflect on divinity, and work to discover the truth of who you are. 
As you open your heart and your mind to experience the Divine Destiny essential oils throughout the day, take note of how they transform and interact with each other and with your body. This collection includes:

Daily Divine - rich, abundant woody-floral aroma with peppery undertones, featuring White Fir, Black Spruce, Juniper, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Palo Santo, Manuka, and Vetiver premium essential oils.

I Am Blessed - balanced, sweet floral-herbal aroma with woodsy undertones, featuring Pine, Goldenrod, Geranium, Valor, Palo Santo, Jasmine, and Patchouli premium essential oils.

I Am Creative - Layered, fresh aroma with citrus top notes and green, woodsy undertones, featuring Juniper, Eucalyptus Radiata, Hinoki, Bergamot, Cypress, Helichrysum, Grapefruit, Tangerine, and Lemongrass premium essential oils.
Self Care and Beauty

Our stress free, no sweat summer just got a major upgrade with newly reformulated shampoos and conditioners, plus the perfect addition to our self care routines - Charcoal Face Mask.

Charcoal Mask

  • Made with Tahitian volcanic black sand to gently exfoliate for softer, glowing skin, activated charcoal and a blend of ethically sourced kaolin clays, this mask will lift dirt and oil, purify pores, detox skin, and help restore the appearance of an even skin tone.
  • The exclusive formula creates a tingling, tightening sensation to let you know the ingredients are hard at work delivering results you can see and heal. This is due to the acidic nature of the naturally derived and ethically sourced AHAs from fruit and the astringent quality of Peppermint essential oil.
  • Made specifically for combination to oily skin and safe for all skin types, this mask is hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, non-irritating to help control excess oil and shine and promote clear skin. And as we would expect considering YL's commitment to stewardship and sustainability, the formula is cruelty-free. See all about it here.
Lavender Volume Shampoo & Conditioner

  • Created by Founder D. Gary Young, with a blend of eight essential oils - including Lavender, Blue Cypress, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Idaho Blue Spruce, Palmarosa, Geranium, and Ylang Ylang - chosen specifically to address the needs of thin, fine hair. 
  • This shampoo and conditioner work in tandem to build volume from root to tip for thicker, fuller bodied hair to leave hair soft, smooth, and manageable. This formula is suitable for all hair types and created especially for fine or thin hair.
  • Blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanses and nourish strands for voluminous, healthy, and naturally beautiful hair and adds volume without silicone ingredients.
  • Both the shampoo and condition are vegan and cruelty-free.
Copaiba Vanilla Moisturizing
Shampoo and Conditioner

  • Created by Founder D. Gary Young, with a blend of ten essential oils - including Copaiba, Blue Cypress, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang, Sacred Frankincense, Grand Fir, Bergamot, Cardamom, Idaho Blue Spruce, and Sandalwood - chose specially to address the needs of dry and damaged hair, this duo is suitable for all hair types, but ideal for dry and/or damaged hair.
  • Infused with essential oils and blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanse and nourish strands for hydrated, healthy, and naturally beautiful hair. 
  • Regular use helps replenish and seal in hair moisture with protective coating, tame fly-aways, prevent frizz and breakage and leave hair soft, smooth, and shiny.
  • Both the shampoo and conditioner are vegan and cruelty-free.
Lavender Mint Clarifying 
Shampoo & Conditioner

  • Infused with three invigorating essential oils, including Lavender, Peppermint, and Spearmint - and blended with powerful plant-based cleansing agents and botanical extracts, this shampoo and conditioner duo gently cleanse the hair and nourish the scalp for healthy naturally beautiful hair.
  • This deep cleaning formula is suitable for all hair types and gentle enough for daily use to lift away product residue, excess oil, and built-up pollutants without stripping moisture from the hair or scalp.
  • Lavender Mint Clarifying Shampoo & Conditioner provides a hydrating and soothing scalp treatment, leaves hair feeling soft, clean, and shiny with a vegan and cruelty-free formula.

Want to try the new products released during the 2021 Virtual International Grand Convention, but don't know where to start, click here to get started.

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

Essentials for June 2021

The June Essentials are Here!
What should I order?


For the month of June we are focusing on creating no sweat habits that support our bodies overall and help us move towards our health goals. Here are a few essential items we are using this month and beyond to support our physical, mental and emotional health everyday.


Lavender essential oil - from relaxing to skincare, lavenders a summer must have
Mineral Essence - for overall health & wellness
Mineral Sunscreen - to protect your skin for fun in the sun!
Stress Away Roll-on - an instant beach vacation, no matter where you are
Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops - to stay hydrated while you play
LavaDerm After-Sun Spray - TLC for the sun-kissed (or sunburnt) skin

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender essential oil 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, freshness, and beauty products. Lavender is a great beginner oil and a must for every home - especially during the summer! Lavender essential oil isn't a favorite only because of its classic scent - its also highly versatile. From skin care products to relaxing routines, this oil can infuse and enhance many areas of your life.

Lean more about Lavender essential oil in my Oil Spotlight of the Month post.

Mineral Essence

Mineral Essence is a balanced, full-spectrum ionic mineral complex enhanced with essential oils. Ionic minerals are the most fully and quickly absorbed form of minerals available. According to two-time Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling: "You can trace every sickness, every disease, and every ailment to a mineral deficiency." Learn more about this incredible supplement and use it with every day this month. 

To learn more, check out the June Supplement Spotlight post.
Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 50

Young Living's Mineral Sunscreen is hands-down our favorite sunscreen on the market. It is made of non-nano zinc, so its free from harsh chemicals, safe for kids and adults alike, good for all skin types, blocks both UVA and UVB rays, is water and sweat resistant for up to 80 minutes, and is reef safe. Plus it carries a designation from the American Cancer Society for helping prevent skin cancer. This might just be the best sunscreen you've ever used.

For more, including the usage protocol, check out the June's Ditch & Switch blog.
Stress Away Roll-on

Stress Away Roll-on is a vacation in a bottle. Just a swipe over the wrists can transport you to a relaxing hammock on the beach - at least mentally. The distinct mix of Vanilla and Lime enhances Stress Away's unique and pleasant scent that can help you melt your stress away. This popular blend also includes Lavender essential oil, as well as Cedarwood and Copaiba. These ingredients are expertly blended with the exotic scent of Ocotea, a unique Ecuador-sourced oil, to create a wonder zen-inspired blend.
Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops

Water never tasted so good! YL's Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops let you hydrate naturally without sugar or artificial colors with the delicious flavor of Lavender Lemonade that takes your water to the next level.

Formulated with naturally occurring electrolytes from the Great Salt Lake and all-natural flavors, including Lavender Vitality and Lemon Vitality essential oils, a few drops of YL Vitality Drops will keep you hydrated and feeling great!
LavaDerm After Sun Spray

Refresh and recover from a day in the sun with LavaDerm After-Sun Spray. This naturally derived after-sun spray offers temporary relief from the pain and itching of minor burns, minor cuts, sunburns, scrapes, insect bites, and minor skin irritations, so your family can keep playing all day. Using menthol from mint, this spray soothes and cools the skin, providing immediate relief from the effects of outdoor activity.

Plus, its moisturizing qualities - from ingredients such as aloe, Lavender essential oil, and Helichrysum essential oil - also help prevent peeling and leave skin feeling soft and smooth instead of tacky or sticky. With a vegan-friendly formula made without alcohol, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants, LavaDerm After-Sun Spray is safe for the whole family to use at the beach, on a hike, or during any outdoor activity.

Want to try the essentials for June (Lavender essential oil, Mineral Essence, Mineral Sunscreen, Stress Away Roll-on, Lavender Lemon Vitality Drops, LavaDerm After-Sun Spray), 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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