Each day it feels like we find another way that oils meet our need for natural solutions that really work. Two of my handiest DIYs have been a drop of Lavender essential oil in a teaspoon of rose ointment for first-aid skin needs and a roller with Frankincense and Copaiba for swelling and bruising. These contain our favourite skin-loving oils!
Did you ever get a stye in your eye and feel like it is hard to get rid of, not to mention uncomfortable? Here is my favourite way to clear it.
Keeping the eye clean is tricky. Here's my routine:
+ Clean eyelash area with Seedlings Baby Shampoo/ Body Wash
+ Use saline* on a cotton swab under the eyelid to clear away any secretions. * Saline - this can be homemade by dissolving 1/8 tsp of Salt in 1 cup of Boiling Water. When cooled, store in a glass container. For a nasal spray, add one drop of Frankincense. I find it handy to keep some in a nasal mist container and some in a dropper bottle.
+ Use Frankincense / Copaiba roller under the eye for healing, calming skincare
+ Use one drop of deluxe eye serum to apply around the eye. Recipe below.
X Don't put essential oils in your eyes or ears. It can sting. If you want to wash oils out of your eye, use a fatty oil like coconut or olive oil instead of water. Water can make it worse.
DELUXE EYE SERUM:
+ Add 2 drops each of Frankincense, Lavender and Copaiba to a clean 5ml bottle
+ Fill 1/3 with Grapeseed Oil
+ Top up with Castor Oil
Add a dropper top and swirl to mix well. This can be applied gently to the hollow and the eyelid as desired for nourishing eye care.
For abrasions, cuts, burns, bug bites, and skin care:
This is where I love using rose ointment with Lavender essential oil. This combo works wonderfully on any skin need we've had.
+ I put Frankincense / Copaiba around the area on any redness to reduce inflammation
I check regularly to be sure that the redness and discharge is clearing to see if we need medical care. 
+ Lavender is an amazing calming oil for burns. I have often prevented blistering and found the heat taken out of a burn after about fifteen minutes after applying Lavender.
For Digestion:
This is great for any digestive discomfort.
+ Apply to the stomach area for bloating
+ Apply to the lower abdominal area for slow bowels
+ Roll near the belly button for emotions that are felt in the gut
Rest Well:
+ Hormone Balance is important for rest - we have great options that have stopped night sweats and waking, hot flashes, increased temperature regulation and deepened sleep. Reach out for more info!
+ Lavender, Frankincense, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Stress Away, Cedarwood, Thieves, Orange and Copaiba are all oils I mix and match in my diffuser to calm us at night. Experiment to find your favourite calming blends.
Muscle & Joint Care:
+ Deep Relief Blend - works great for massage, neck tension, and even as a chest rub.
Safety in the Summer Sun:
Protect tender skin with the power of plants with YL's Mineral Sunscreen. This product is reef safe, free from harsh chemicals, and great for children and adults, so the whole family can enjoy the outdoors worry-free. Mineral Sunscreen is made with non-nano zinc oxide to give you confidence and peace of mind that you are choosing the safest sun protection for yourself, your family, and the planet. A little goes a long way with this water-resistant formula, so it's definitely a staple in our households!
- Apply liberally to clean, dry skin 15 minutes before sun exposure.
- Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating.
- Reapply immediately after towel drying or at least every 2 hours.
- Works well to help sun burns heal if you forgot to apply early enough.
Favourite Daily Supplements:
YL combines herbs and essential oils to increase absorption and enhance the benefits of both. Check out the details here: https://m.lfstps.com/Q6sS/fwQ
Super B - for mood and energy
Super D chewable
Sulfurzyme - cleansing toxins and supporting hair, skin and nails
Multigreens - especially when my body is fighting something
Super C - I take extra vitamin C when my immune system is needing extra support
What have you found helpful as needs arise in your household? I love to learn new ways to support the body naturally as it works to recover and heal.
