Essential Oils Recap

Whew, what a FUN month that was!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by my blog this month -
let's recap just a bit! 














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New Premium Starter Kit

A BIG thanks to everyone who followed along with my daily posts this month!
I had such a blast sharing each day, and really hope that you feel you're
taking away some useful information.

Mid-way through this month, Young Living's Premium Starter Kit changed just a bit,
so today I want to tell you about the *new* Premium Starter Kit.

The new kit is still a fantastic collection of everyday oils.
In fact, only a few oils have changed from the original Premium Starter Kit.
The 11 oils included in the New Premium Starter Kit are:
Lavender Essential Oil
Peppermint Essential Oil
Lemon Essential Oil
Frankincense Essential Oil
Copaiba Essential Oil
Panaway Essential Oil
Digize Essential Oil
Purification Essential Oil
Thieves Essential Oil
RC Essential Oil
StressAway Essential Oil

The kit also includes a diffuser of your choosing, samples, a catalog & educational materials.
In addition, I send a little gift package to everyone who signs up
with some resources to help you get started!  YAY!

Signing up through me also invites you into our oil group, Essential Families.
We have an entire list of resources available to help you get started with oils
and promise to support you and educate you along the way.

Ready to get started?
 
My recommendation is to sign up as a member.
 By doing so, you will :

- purchase oils at wholesale prices (24% off customer retail)
- have the option to sign up for Essential Rewards (earn free products)
- be added to a Facebook group which is a fantastic resource
and place for you to ask any questions you may have
- spend $50/year to maintain your wholesale member status 
- never be asked to sell oils! 

How to purchase a starter kit:

1.  Visit the Member Sign-Up Page
2.  Check Member
3.  Enter #1752406 in both the Sponsor ID and Enroller ID fields
4.  Fill out your information to create your account
5.  Select the Premium Starter Kit
6. Submit!

Look for an email from me soon after giving you some next steps
on getting started + getting you set up in our Essential Families Facebook group.
 
And of course, please email me with *ANY* questions,
I can't wait to help you get started!
jill.meulenberg@gmail.com

I have a fantastic deal going during the month of July
for all new sign ups!
See it here!

Disclaimer :
The writing in this post is my opinion based on my experiences and resources.
These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Thank you!
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RC Essential Oil

 Today's oil is Young Living's RC Essential Oil.
RC is now included in the Premium Starter Kit and
is a blend of Cypress, Spruce, and three types of Eucalyptus.

Here are some practical uses for RC Essential Oil:

- respiratory system support.  Apply to the chest, back and/or throat area.

- hot compress.  Add to a hot compress and place on chest for added support.

- snoring.  Diffuse overnight to combat snoring and promote a restful sleep.

- head pressure. Use a roller top and roll along sinus passages to relieve pressure.

- hiking & camping.  Bring along when in the great outdoors to give your respiratory system some extra support.


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Summertime Diffuser Recipes

  In our home, we run our diffuser every.single.day.
We have blends that we diffuse specific to mornings, afternoons and evenings.

Here are some fun, summertime diffuser recipes for you!

Fruit Punch
7 drops Young Living Grapefruit Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Balsam Fir Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Fennel Essential Oil
2-3 drops Young Living Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil

Creamsicle
5 drops Young Living Orange Essential Oil
4 drops Young Living Lavender Essential Oil
1-2 drops Young Living Stress Away Essential Oil

Amazing Pick Me Up
3 drops Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop Young Living Palo Santo Essential Oil
1 drop Young Living Wintergreen Essential Oil

Sweet Summer Garden
3 drops Young Living Joy Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Lavender Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Geranium Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Palmarosa Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Orange Essential Oil

  Happy Day
7 drops Young Living Joy Essential Oil
5 drops Young Living Peppermint Essential Oil

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Lemongrass Essential Oil


Today let's talk about Young Living's Lemongrass Essential Oil! 
Lemongrass is a FLEX oil in the new Premium Starter Kit, meaning it may be added to a PSK order should one of the oils normally included be out of stock.  Lemongrass has the best fresh & sweet scent!

Here are a few practical uses for Lemongrass Essential Oil:
 
- digestive system support.  Add a few drops to food as a flavor enhancer.

- circulatory system support.

- first aid relief.  Lemongrass may help reduce a fever & can be used in wound care.

- freshen air.  Diffuse to freshen and clean the air.

- supports overall well-being.  May increase clarity and awareness.


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Essential Oil Camping Spray

 Recipe found in The Chemical Free Home

 3 ounces water
3 ounces Witch Hazel
2 drops Young Living Basil Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Oregano Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Lemongrass Essential Oil
 5 drops Young Living Geranium Essential Oil
10 drops Young Living Lavender Essential Oil
10 drops Young Living Cedarwood Essential Oil
20 drops Young Living Purification Essential Oil

Combine all ingredients into 6 ounce spray bottle.
Spray on clothing and exposed skin areas to help ward off bugs and ticks.
 

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July Monthly Newsletter

My essential oils newsletter for July will be going out shortly!
This month I'm talking a bit about Purification Essential Oil,
Insect Repellent and the new Premium Starter Kit.

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Orange Essential Oil

Today's oil is Young Living's Orange Essential Oil.
This one is just about as yummy as you can imagine!
It contains the naturally occurring constituent limonene (look it up!)

Here are a few practical uses for Orange Essential Oil:

- food flavoring.  Add a few drops to a smoothie or homemade frozen summer treat.

- water flavoring. Add a few drops to your drinking water (in glass, not plastic!)

- tooth brushing.  Add a drop to your toothbrush for extra cleaning and whitening.

- diffuse.  Add a few drops of Orange along with Stress Away for a yummy creamsicle scent!


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Copaiba Essential Oil

Today's oil is Young Living's Copaiba Essential Oil.
Copaiba is another new-to-the-Premium Starter Kit oil.


Here are a few practical uses for Copaiba Essential Oil:

- promotes wellness.  Apply topically as part of a daily health regimen.

- mood.  Breathe in for a calming effect.

- digestive system support.

- tea.  Mix with honey and warm water to create a post-workout drink.

- support the muscular and nervous systems.


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DIY Hair Lightener

Recipe found on the Young Living Blog

You know those people who are fortunate enough that they effortlessly develop the perfect highlights over the course of the summer??  (my daughter is one of those!)  I'm definitely not one of them, and if you aren't so lucky either, try this DIY Hair Lightener recipe!

1 cup distilled water
15 drops Young Living Citrus Fresh Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Frankincense Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Add all ingredients into a 12-oz. spray bottle and shake to combine.

To use, shake well and spritz throughout hair when spending time in the sun,
starting with a small amount to avoid over-drying hair.


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Marinades

 Recipes found on the Young Living Blog

Summertime for us means lots of grilling out, and I'm so excited to have these yummy marinade recipes in my collection this year!  Each marinade recipe is sufficient for 1–2 lbs. of meat or protein of your choice. 

 Honey Lime Marinade
3/4 cup olive or other oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 drops Young Living Lime Essential Oil

Mediterranean Marinade 
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 drop Young Living Oregano Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
1 drop Young Living Black Pepper Essential Oil

Citrusy Marinade
3/4 cup olive or other oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
tablespoon grated onion
Juice of 1 lemon
2 drops Young Living Orange Essential Oil
2 drops Young Living Lemon Essential Oil
1 drop Young Living Ginger Essential Oil


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AromaEase Essential Oil

 AromaEase is a blend of Peppermint, Spearmint, Ginger, Cardamom, and Fennel and has a super clean, and nurturing aroma.

Here are a few uses for AromaEase Essential Oil:

- comforting.  Apply to the neck and chest area for a comforting aroma.

- digestive system support.  May help ease nausea due to motion.

- calm & relaxation.  Diffuse to create a calm and relaxed environment.

- stress relief. Breathe in to help maintain clarity and calmness.

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DiGize Essential Oil

Today's essential oil is a newbie to the Premium Starter Kit.
 DiGize is a blend of Ginger, Anise, Fennel, Peppermint, Tarragon, Lemongrass, Patchouli, and Juniper essential oils, and includes naturally occurring constituents like menthol, citrol, and zingiberen. 

 Here are some practical uses for Young Living's DiGize Essential Oil:

- soothe tummy troubles.  Dilute with a carrier oil and massage on your stomach or vitaflex points on your feet.

- travel.  Take this one with you when traveling, especially abroad, to support a healthy digestive system.

- monthly cycle discomforts.  May ease discomforts when applied to the lower abdomen.
 
- tea.  Add a drop to warm tea with lemon to get your digestive system moving.


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Bikini Aftershave Care

Recipe found in The Chemical Free Home

5 drops Young Living Awaken Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Chamomile Essential Oil
3 drops Young Living Elemi Essential Oil
1 ounce Raspberry Seed oil or Almond Oil
 
Combine all ingredients in a 1 ounce glass jar,
apply to bikini area after shaving to help calm irritation.


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Joy Essential Oil


 Today's post is all about Young Living's Joy Essential Oil.

Joy is a blend of Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Lemon, Coriander, Tangerine, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile, Palmarosa and Rose essential oils.

Here are a few of the most common uses for Joy : 

- uplifting aroma.  Diffuse a few drops in your home (we like this one first thing in the morning!)

- perfume.  Apply a few drops to your wrist and behind your ears as a light, natural perfume.

- tick deterrent.  Add to your favorite natural lotion or bug repellent to deter ticks.

- monthly cycle.  Sooth monthly cycle discomforts by applying topically to your abdomen.


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