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Cold-air Nebulizer Diffusing and Viscosity of Essential Oils

August 23, 2010 in Air Freshener, Application, Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Blends, Buy / Purchase, Common Questions, Diffuser, Diffusing, Disinfectant, Family Health, How do I use, Natural, Natural Household / Cleaning, Quality / Pure, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Thieves, Using Essential Oils, Young Living Distributor by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Different essential oils have different viscosity, or thickness, and therefore diffuse at different speeds. A good reason for diffusing therapeutic-grade essential oils is that research indicates when superior quality essential oils are diffused they can increase atmospheric oxygen and provide negative ions, which inhibits bacterial growth in the air. This suggests that essential oils could play a very important role in air purification and neutralizing odors (not masking odors). Because of their ionizing action, essential oils have the ability to break down some potentially harmful chemicals and render them nontoxic. For instance, Lemon essential oil is terrific at breaking down products that are derived from petro-chemicals; simply putting several drops on a cotton ball can remove the gummy stuff left behind after you peel off a price tag, or motor grease from hands. Therapeutic-grade Lemon essential oil will also dissolve a Styrofoam cup.

For the purposes of this article, we’ll just stick with the rate at which an essential oil will diffuse in a cold-air nebulizer essential oil diffuser (shown in the image). This type of diffuser is the most versatile, easy to use, lightweight, easy to set up. Because it only uses only air as a means of dispersing the essential oil there is no worry about heat or flame, which can ruin the healthful benefits of your therapeutic essential oil. This type of diffuser puts a micro-fine mist of essential oil into the air where it can come into direct contact with unwanted odors and germs – it’s a terrific way to disinfect the air in the home or office.

Thicker Viscosity Essential Oils

Essential Oil Blends: Valor, Joy, Harmony, Endo Flex, Awaken, 3 Wise Men

Single Essential Oils: Sandalwood, Myrrh, Patchouli

These essential oils have a much thicker viscosity and therefore diffuse more slowly and create a bit more noise in the diffuser.

For example, to diffuse one 15ml bottle of Valor could take up to 48 hours or longer with the pump running continuously on high volume, which is unnecessary and wastes a lot of essential oil.

Thinner Viscosity Essential Oils

Essential Oil Blends: Citrus Fresh, Peace and Calming, R.C., Purification, Abundance, ImmuPower

Single Essential Oils: Lavender, Orange and Lemon

Are thinner oils and diffuse very quickly.

For example, a 15ml bottle of Citrus Fresh will diffuse within eight hours. Again, running your diffuser non-stop would be wasteful.

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When and Why You Would Want to Let Your Diffuser Run Continuously

On the other hand, an essential oil blend such as Thieves, one 15 ml bottle of Thieves will last about 24 hours of non-stop running if the air pump on your diffuser is a more powerful 6 watt diffuser. In this case, using a 6 watt pump on your nebulizer diffuser  and running it non-stop is actually desireable when there is a mold issue and you’re creating a shock treatment to eliminate mold from your home. Read more about using Thieves essential oil blend for eliminating and preventing mold. By the way, it is far cheaper to ‘prevent’ mold, than it is to address a mold issue after it has begun showing itself.

Diffusing Essential Oils to Prevent and Eliminate Mold

Timers

Yes, your cold-air diffuser can be put on a light timer. This is a terrific option to use so that when you walk in the door from work your house will be all fresh, and ready for you. These timers are the same type you would find at a hardware store, the kind you would use for your lamps.

Additionally, let’s say you have some congestion from a cold, the diffuser can also be set to run for 15 minutes once or twice a night while you’re sleeping to help you feel more comfortable.

What NOT to do With Your Diffuser

Never add water  or a carrier oil to your essential oils or thin them with another substance as this will clog the jets and perhaps nullify the desired results. Vegetable or petroleum based oils will clog your diffuser so avoid using those too.

How to Save 50% On A Diffuser and 24 Percent on All of Your Purchases

Being a wholesale customer with Young Living is a terrific choice for those who enjoy saving on great products.

Wholesale Customers Enjoy:

  • Saving 24 percent off retail prices.
  • Buy what you want, when you want.
  • No required packs to buy.
  • No obligation to sell anything, ever!
  • No annual fee
  • A 50% off mail-in coupon on a diffuser in every Start Living kit

To get wholesale pricing with Young Living you will need to start the same way a distributor begins.

First, select the “Independent Distributor” membership type.

Then, choose one of five “Start Living” kits, ranging in price from $40 to $300. These kits are very nice and contain a lot of product.

Click “I Agree” on the distributor application. Note: As a wholesale customer the only part of the agreement that applies to you is you must have a minimum of 50PV / $50 worth of purchases a year, to maintain your wholesale pricing – That’s it!

After following the above steps you can also purchase other products and enjoy saving 24% immediately.

Young Living has combined the Wholesale Customer and Distributor membership types into one for convenience. Learn more here.

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7 Essential Oils for Free During August

August 13, 2010 in Air Freshener, Alternative Therapies, Application, Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy Perfume, Back Pain, Buy / Purchase, Calming, Cold / Flu, Diffusing, Disinfectant, Eco-Friendly, Essential Oil Collections, First Aid tips, How do I use, Lavender, Lemon, Massage Oils, Mind / Body / Soul, Natural, PanAway, Peace and Calming, Peppermint, Promotion / Free / Special, Quality / Pure, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Using Essential Oils, Wellness by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

This special offer has been extended until September 15, 2010!

During August, get all the benefits of the Essential 7 collection for free! The Essential 7 collection contains these 7 popular essential oils: Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon, Joy, PanAway, Peace & Calming, and Purification. The Essential 7 collection also comes with the “Essential Oils: The Missing Link” CD. Essential 7: essential oil collection

Essential 7 was created for every home and every body. Enjoy the benefits of our most popular therapeutic-grade essential oils and blends. While single oils may be used as dietary supplements, all of these oils may be diffused; applied topically; applied over the Vita Flex points on the feet; added to bathwater in our Bath and Shower Gel Base or Epsom salts; or used for body and foot massage. Refer to individual oils for specific benefits.

How to Get the Esential 7 Collection for FREE!

To qualify for your free Essential 7 collection, place a single order of 195 PV (about $195 wholesale plus tax/shipping) or more before August 31, 2010 September 15,2010 and you will automatically receive an Essential 7 collection – a retail value of $91! Offer available to USA and Canadian residents.

Also, consider saving 24% and become a wholesale customer or distributor!

Ways to Use the Essential 7 Collection

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

For dietary**, aromatic, diffusing, or topical use. When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat’s milk. Dilution not required, dilute with a carrier oil such as V-6 for massage or more delicate areas. Suitable for all but the most sensitive skin. Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

  • Use therapeutic-grade Lavender topically for cuts, bruises, and skin irritations. Lavender is a multi-faceted oil that soothes yet also revives.
  • Apply topically to support heat-stressed skin.
  • The uplifting effects of lavender were confirmed by a British study that showed that lavender added to bathwater reduced negative thoughts about the future.[1]
  • A drop of lavender on your pillow may lead to a relaxing night’s sleep.
  • Japanese researchers have noted that many brands of lavender essential oil are adulterated[2]. Young Living’s lavender is guaranteed 100% pure with the highest possible active constituents.

Also see:

Lavender Tips and Testimonials
Lavender and Sunburn
Orange and Lavender Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Peppermint is a sweet, highly fragrant essential oil with a long tradition of easing the digestive process[3].

For dietary**, aromatic, or topical use. Possible skin sensitivity.

  • Dilute with a carrier oil, such as V-6 before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, etc.
  • When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.
  • Add one drop to tea or water to support normal digestion.
  • Use in massage for exercise-induced muscle discomfort.
  • Improve concentration by inhaling or diffusing.
  • Neurologist and psychiatrist Alan Hirsch has published more than one hundred studies showing the psychological power of scent, including peppermint’s role[4] in triggering a sensation of fullness in the brain.
  • Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use.
  • Do not apply neat to a fresh wound or burn.
  • Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Also see:

Scientific Studies on Peppermint Essential Oil
Make Your Own Orange-Peppermint Air Freshener
Peppermint Essential Oil to Repel Squirrels and Rodents
4 Ways to Stay Cool with Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint Brownie Recipe
Peppermint Flavored Ice Cubes for Parties and Refreshing Summer Drinks

Lemon (Citrus limon)

Lemon essential oil is now recognized for its powerful antioxidant power[5] as well as its refreshing and uplifting scent.

For dietary**, aromatic, diffusing, or topical use.

  • As a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of goat or rice milk.
  • Dilution recommended for both topical and internal use.
  • Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc.
  • Used traditionally as a natural cleaner.
  • Add a few drops to water in a spray bottle for deodorizing and sterilizing.
  • Add to water or rice milk and take as a dietary supplement.
  • Combine 1 drop each of Lemon and Peppermint in 8 oz. or more of water or rice milk for an uplifting refreshing no calorie drink.
  • Avoid using on infants and very small children.
  • Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays. All citrus essential oils are photosensitive to skin. Possible skin sensitivity.

Also see:

12 Quick Tips for Using Lemon Essential Oil
How to Use YL Essential Oils in Cooking
Lemon (essential Oil) Herb Vinaigrette
Aromas Improve Mental Accuracy and Concentration
AlkaLime Supplement and Lemon Essential Oil for Heartburn and pH

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Joy

Joy is an uplifting blend containing the essential oils of lemon (Citrus limon), mandarin (Citrus reticulata), bergamot (Citrus bergamia), ylang ylang (Cananga odorata), rose (Rosa damascena), rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora), geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), palmarosa (Cymbopogon martini), Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile), and jasmine (Jasminum officinale).

For topical or aromatic use.

  • Diffuse.
  • Use a drop as a cologne or perfume.
  • Apply a drop over heart.
  • A full body massage blended with V-6 Massage Oil.
  • Dilution not required except for full body massage, use 4 drops Joy with 1 TBSP V-6 Massage Oil.
  • Suitable for all but the most sensitive skin.
  • Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.
  • The essential oils in Joy are calming to the nervous system so that joy and happiness are not overshadowed.
  • A recent study by Japanese researchers showed that fragrance inhalation of rose oil caused a 40 percent decrease in relative sympathetic activity of the nervous system. The sympathetic system is responsible for the “fight or flight” response in the body. This study also showed that inhaling the fragrance of rose oil caused a 30 percent decrease in stressful adrenaline concentration.[6]
  • The alluring fragrance of Joy has an uplifting, magnetic energy that inspires joy and love.
  • Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays. Joy  contains Bergamot and citrus essential oils, all of which are photosensitizing to skin exposed to sunlight/UV rays.

PanAway:

PanAway is a very popular and comforting blend of wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum), clove (Syzygium aromaticum), and peppermint (Mentha piperita).

For aromatic and topical use.

  • Apply to the bottoms of feet and follow with topical application on location.
  • Rub on temples, back of neck, or forehead, or inhale for a soothing effect.
  • Use with a warm compress along the spine.
  • Possible skin sensitivity.
  • Dilution recommended with V-6 Massage Oil for topical use.
  • Dilute before using on sensitive areas such as the face, neck, genital area, etc.
  • Keep out of reach of children. Avoid using on infants and very small children.

Also see:

Essential Oils May Help with Back and Muscle Pain
7 Tips Using PanAway Essential Oil to Help Muscle and Joint Discomfort

Peace & Calming:

Peace & Calming is a gentle, fragrant blend designed to promote relaxation and calm tensions and uplift spirits. It contains the essential oils of tangerine (Citrus nobilis), orange (Citrus aurantium), ylang ylang (Cananga odorata), patchouli (Pogostemon Cablin), and blue tansy (Tanacetum annuum).

For aromatic, diffusing, and topical use.

  • Peace & Calming contains a powerful combination of essential oils that calm and relax the body.
  • In a Japanese study, inhalation of patchouli oil caused a 40 percent decrease in relative sympathetic activity.
  • The antioxidant oils of tangerine and orange[7] protect the body from free radical damage.
  • The gentle oils in Peace & Calming are especially comforting to children.
  • Biochemist R. W. Moncrieff wrote that ylang ylang “soothes and inhibits anger born of frustration.”[8]
  • A study using orange oil in a dental office[9] found that women had a lower level of anxiety, a more positive mood, and a higher level of calmness than the control group.
  • Diffuse in bedrooms, living areas and office to create a calm atmosphere.
  • Helps reduce depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia.
  • Apply to bottom of feet, wrists and outside of ears.
  • Blend 4 drops with 1 TBSP  V-6 Massage Oil for a calming full body massage.
  • Dilution not required; suitable for all but the most sensitive skin.
  • Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

Also see:

32 Ways to Use Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils

Purification:

Purification is a cleansing blend of citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), melaleuca (Melaleuca alternifolia), lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida), and myrtle (Myrtus communis).

For topical, diffusing, or aromatic use.

  • Diffuse this blend to purify and cleanse the air, while neutralizing mold and mildew, cigarette smoke, and other disagreeable odors. This blend of essential oils will also help kill airborne cold and flu germs.
  • Apply topically to clean insect bites, cuts, and scrapes.
  • Enjoy peace of mind while traveling by using on a cotton ball placed in vents in cars or hotel rooms to purify and disinfect your surroundings.
  • Apply topically to disinfects and cleanses cuts, scrapes and bites from spiders, bees, hornet, and wasps.
  • Apply on location to cuts, sores, bruise, or wound.
  • Put a few drops on a cotton ball to place in air vents of home, car, hotel room and office.
  • Rub a couple drops on feet for cleansing.
  • Put a few drops on a dampened wash cloth and place in clothes dryer as a nontoxic dryer sheet.
  • Possible skin sensitivity.
  • Dilution not required when used topically, except on sensitive areas. Suitable for all but the most sensitive skin.
  • Generally safe for children over 2 years of age.

Also see:

Diffusing Essential Oils to Prevent and Eliminate Mold
Dryer Sheets Make Me Feel Sick
Smelly House to Aromatic Home

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*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.

** Only refers to therapeutic-grade / food-grade essential oils such as Young Living Essential Oils.

References

1. N. Morris, “The effects of lavender (Lavendula angustifolium) baths on psychological well-being: two exploratory randomised control trials,”Complement Ther Med. 2002 Dec;10(4):223-8.

2. M. Mori, et al., “Quality evaluation of essential oils,” Yakugaku Zasshi. 2002 Mar;122(3):253-61.

3. L. I. Spirling, I. R. Daniels, “Botanical perspectives on health—peppermint: more than just an after-dinner mint,” JR Soc Health. 2001 Mar;121(1):62-63.

4. A. Hirsch, Dr. Hirsch’s Guide to Scentsational Weight Loss. Rockport: Element, 1997.

5. Y. Takahashi, et al., “Antioxidative effect of citrus essential oil components on human low-density lipoprotein in vitro,” Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2003 Jan;67(1):195-7.

6. S. Haze, K. Sakai, Y. Gozu, “Effects of fragrance inhalation on sympathetic activity in normal adults,” Jpn J Pharmacol. 2002 Nov;90(3):247-53.

7. I. Vargas, et al., “Antimicrobial and antioxidant compounds in the nonvolatile fraction of expressed orange essential oil,” J Food Prot. 1999 Aug;62(8):929-32.

8. R. W. Moncrieff, The Chemical Senses. NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1946.

9. J. Lehrner, “Ambient odor of orange in a dental office reduces anxiety and improves mood in female patients,” Physiol Behav. 2000 Oct 1-15;71(1-2):83-6.

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New Young Living Diffusers and Essential Oils for 2010

June 19, 2010 in Air Freshener, Aromatherapy, Best Essential Oils, Buy / Purchase, Calming, Diffuser, Diffusing, Family Health, Frankincense, Gary Young, Home Spa, Lifestyle, Meditation, Mind / Body / Soul, Natural, Professional Wellness Products, Quality / Pure, Relaxation, Shop, Spa / Wellness Products, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Here are the new Young Living diffusers, essential oils and products from the 2010 Grand Convention. Gary Young unveiled his latest essential oil discoveries from the Middle East in a new essential oil blend Sacred Frankincense. Plus, there are exciting additions to our diffuser and essential living product lineups.

The New Products are: Sacred Frankincense Essential Oil

Sacred Frankincense Essential Oil—Gary Young has spent years researching the therapeutic and spiritual applications of frankincense essential oil. Sacred Frankincense is distilled from wild growth frankincense trees (Boswellia sacra) at the new Young Living distillery in Oman and is ideal for anyone who wants an enhanced spiritual experience.

Omani frankincense is considered the rarest, most sought-after aromatic in existence.

Young Living’s Sacred Frankincense marks the first time any Westerners have experienced its unique properties.

Use Sacred Frankincense while practicing yoga, meditation, or prayer to achieve a deeper spiritual connection.

Common Sense™ Essential Oil Blend—Use this blend to help improve decision making, relieve stress, and focus your mind. Common Sense Essential Oil Blend

Common Sense essential oil is a proprietary blend of Young Living therapeutic-grade essential oils specially formulated by Gary Young. This blend features a combination of frankincense, ylang ylang, ocotea, RutaVaLa™, Dorado Azul, and lime essential oils.

The oils contained in this blend have calming, stress-relieving, and energy-balancing properties to relax the body and more clearly focus the mind. Helps users make healthier, more balanced decisions.

Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser Aria™ Ultrasonic Diffuser—The Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser combines the latest in diffuser technology with a modern, spa-like design.

Natural materials like a durable American maple base and glass dome direct the essential oil vapor. The matching wood remote control allows you to turn on the Aria diffuser from any spot in the room.

Choose from 12 minutes of relaxing music played through internal speakers or plug in a personal music player with the provided AV cord and listen to the music of your choice. The new Aria diffuser is an attractive way to share your love of essential oils with others and enjoy the relaxing benefits at home or at work.

Essential Oils to diffuse for creating a spa-like, soothing and relaxing atmosphere: Sacred Frankincense, Sandalwood, Sacred Mountian, Awaken, Gentle Baby, Grounding, Inspiration, Joy, 3 Wise Men, or Transformation.

TheraPro Premium Diffuser

TheraPro™ Premium Diffuser—The most advanced essential oil diffuser for targeted therapy, the new TheraPro diffuser utilizes revolutionary nebulizer technology for long-lasting results. This technology turns essential oils into micro-sized particles that enter the air more quickly and give your body instant benefits.

The TheraPro diffuser is an atomizing diffuser that features durable, high-quality components built to withstand repeated use in any environment.

The ideal way to experience the healing benefits of essential oils, the TheraPro diffuser features state-of-the-art oil-atomizing technology, the ability to attach Young Living essential oil bottles directly to the diffuser, a built-in timer, and settings for both duration and volume of oil output during use.

Essential Oils to diffuse for promoting aromatherapy healing benefits: Thieves, Purification, R.C., or Citrus Fresh.

Progessence Plus Serum Progessence™ Plus Serum—A natural way to balance the female body, and is the first-ever progesterone serum on the market, and it’s only available through Young Living.

Progessence Plus serum is an innovative progesterone serum specially formulated by D. Gary Young and Dr. Dan Purser.

All-natural, USP-grade super-micronized progesterone from wild yam with vitamin E and essential oils.

Studies indicate that penetration of progesterone is facilitated by limonene from frankincense and bergamot and menthol from peppermint oil.

Progessence Plus is portable, has a pleasant smell, and doesn’t require the cycling of application sites like other progesterone supplements.

The new products will be available for purchase in the USA on June 21, 2010.

Evelyn Vincent

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Essential Oil Tips For Camping

June 14, 2010 in Air Freshener, Alternative Therapies, Application, Aromatherapy, Back Pain, Blends, Calming, Carrier Oils, Chemicals / Toxic, Deodorant, Diffusing, Disinfectant, First Aid tips, Foaming Hand Soap, Insect Pests / Repellant, Lavender, Natural Health, PanAway, Peppermint, Quality / Pure, Relaxation, Smell / Olfactory, Thieves by Jonell Elder | No comments

Essential oils are important to have on hand for camping.. Many times we may go unprepared and regret having left some items at home, so it’s nice to have a list to be reassured and not leave home without important items, especially for first aide.

It is most likely that there will be pesky bugs, lots of sun and maybe even a scrape or two. Perhaps while roasting marshmallow’s someone could get a burn from the hot marshmallow or a sunburn from too much sun. So, it’s definitely a good idea to be prepared for the unexpected that we hope won’t happen while camping.

The following is a list of essential oils to take along and how to use them for various situations. After each application, always follow with smelling the essential oil with the remainder of the scent that is on your hands, cup your hands over your nose and take several nice long deep inhalations. (Be mindful to not touch your face with your hands, just cup your hands about an inch away from your nose and face.)

1. Lavender and LavaDerm Spray for Antiseptic: Destroys and prevents the development of microbes.

  • Minor burns-apply 2 to 3 drops on location, gently spread over effected area and lastly spray with LavaDerm Spray. Do this several times throughout the day until the burn has improved.
  • Cuts-apply Lavender directly on cut, may help to kill bacteria.
  • Headaches-apply a few drops by first putting the essential oil into the palm of your hand, then dip your finger in the oil and apply to temples, brow and back of neck.
  • Motion sickness-place a drop of Lavender oil around the naval or behind the ears.
  • Nosebleed-put a drop of Lavender oil on a tissue and wrap it around a small chip of ice. Push the tissue covered ice chip up under the middle of the top lip to the base of the nose and hold as long as comfortable or until the bleeding stops (do not freeze the lip or gum).
  • Deodorant-rub 2 to 4 drops of Lavender oil onto the armpit area to act as a deodorant.
  • Cold sore-put a drop of Lavender oil on a cold sore.
  • Rash-apply 2 to 3 drops of Lavender oil to a rash.  May help to stop the itching and heal the skin.
  • For calming and relaxation-put 1 to 2 drops of Lavender in the palm of your hand and breath in the aroma.

2.  Peppermint is an Analgesic: A substance, which may help to relieve pain.

  • Headache-apply a few drops on the temples, brow and back of neck. Stay clear of the eyes. Should you get any essential oil in your eye, apply a little V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Complex on your finger and pat on the inside of your eye area, by the tear duct, this may help to relieve any sensitivity. DO NOT apply water, as this will intensify the discomfort.
  • Pain-Peppermint may be applied directly to the area of discomfort.
  • Hot from heat of the day-apply a drop of Peppermint to the back of the neck, the essential oil will feel warm at first but in a few seconds you may feel cooled down.
  • Fever-if suffering from a fever; for an adult, apply 5 to 6 drops of Peppermint to bottoms of each foot. Take a temperature reading in 15 minutes, if the temperature needs additional lowering, apply Peppermint a second time. For younger children apply 2 to 4 drops as described. For infants, apply 1-2 drops in the palm of your hand, rub hands together and then hold your hands to the bottoms of the infant’s feet.
  • Indigestion-rub 2 drops over stomach/ around navel with V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Complex to relieve indigestion, flatulence, and diarrhea.  May also put a drop in about 1/4 to 1/2 cup water and drink down.  Drink a cup or two more of water.
  • Poison ivy or poison oak-apply Peppermint oil on location, dilute with V-6 (carrier oil).
  • Alertness and concentration-place 1 drop of Peppermint oil on the tongue to improve alertness and concentration.
  • Refreshing water-put 1 drop of Peppermint oil in a gallon of pure water for a refreshing drink. Note: 1 drop of Peppermint oil is enough to make 28 cups of tea.
  • Ants-put drops of Peppermint where there are ants, they will turn around and run in the other direction. If you have a tent, put Peppermint on the floor of the entrance to the tent.

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Purification: This blend may KILL bacteria, mold and fungus on the spot. It PURIFIES AND CLEANSES the air, KILLS anaerobic bacteria.

  • Mosquitoes and other pests-put 3 to 5 drops in the palm of your hand and rub any exposed skin and brush through your hair.
  • Bee, hornet, wasp, spider stings-it works great on neutralizing and calming the discomfort of the sting.
  • Cabin camping-to purify the air, put a few drops of Purification on a cotton ball or tissue and put in the air vents.

Thieves: This is one of the world’s most potent virus and bacterial KILLERS known to mankind. Proven in clinical studies to be more potent than Penicillin and Ampicillin. This is the formula, which is known to kill more pathogens than any other oil. Highly recommended. Use this oil by diffusing it into the atmosphere of your home or office.

  • Sore throat, strep throat- with about a teaspoon of V6 Enhanced Vegetable Complex and 2 to 4 drops of Thieves, apply to your throat and chest. Put 1 drop in ¼ cup of pure water, gargle and swallow. May need to drink more water, as the Thieves is quite powerful
  • Tooth and gum pain-put 1 to 2 drops in ¼ cup of pure water, gargle and swallow. May need to drink more water, as the Thieves is quite powerful.  With about ¼ teaspoon of V6 Enhanced Vegetable Complex and 1-2 drops of Thieves apply directly on the gum and around the tooth that hurts.
  • For tea, put 1 drop in a cup of hot water.
  • Protect against airborne viruses-rub on the bottoms of feet for protection throughout the day.
  • Cough-add a few drops with honey or agave in a teaspoon for cough relief.
  • Splinters-put 1 drop of Thieves over splinter, may help to draw splinter out.
  • Thieves Spray-Excellent to have on hand to spray on areas that need disinfecting and to spray on hands to keep clean and disinfected.

Thieves Foaming Hand Soap

  • Will cleanse, defend, and condition the skin with the therapeutic-grade essential oil blend Thieves, pure lemon and orange essential oils, aloe, Ginkgo biloba, and vitamin E. Dispensed as a rich foam, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap contains gentle ingredients so it can be used often without drying or stripping the skin.

PanAway: Due to its aspirin-like qualities of Birch and the powerful anti-inflammatory properties of the other oils, PanAway may reduce pain. It has been used during surgery with no anesthetic just to point out its ability to end pain. PanAway is great for BONE PAIN, ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATISM, and promotes healthy circulation. It contains helichrysum, birch, clove and peppermint.

  • Aches and pains, such as back pain, aching muscles-put 2 to 4 drops in the palm of your hands with about a teaspoon of V6 Enhanced Vegetable Complex and apply to area of discomfort.
  • Arthritis-Apply directly to effected area.

First Aid Spray

  • You’ll need:
  • 3 drops Lavender
  • 3 drops Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
  • 2 drops Cypress
  • 8 oz of pure water
  • 8 oz spray bottle
  • Add water and essential oils to spray bottle. Shake a little before using to suspend essential oils. Spray whenever needed.

So, get ready for camping and be sure to pack your chemical and toxic free first aide items to have a healthier and safer fun filled excursion, utilizing natural healing with therapeutic-grade essential oils.

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The Best Way I Know to Clean Greener: effective, easy, and cheap

May 19, 2010 in Air Freshener, Application, Aromatherapy, Bath / Shower, Best Essential Oils, Disinfectant, Family Health, Green, How do I use, Kids, Make My Own, Natural, Natural Household / Cleaning, Quality / Pure, Recipes, Using Essential Oils, Wellness, Women's Health by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

There are plenty of products out there that claim to be ‘Green’ but did you know that just because the label says it’s eco-friendly, all-natural, or organic, doesn’t mean the contents are as safe as you think. The fact is, according to regulations a natural product ‘can’ contain toxic chemicals, the ‘natural’ part comes into play through something I find rather misleading. Most products have a long list of ingredients and only a few of them are required to be truly natural in order to label or strongly imply a product is natural.

My way of making certain I’m getting what I pay for… I make my own!  Essential oil used by the drop

I don’t have time for messing around and creating time consuming products, whether for household cleaning, air freshening, or personal care, if it takes longer than 2-3 minutes I’m searching for a different solution.

Cleaning might be a chore, but it doesn’t have to be toxic, too! Safer products and practices are available and easy. Here are my favorites…

I have two cleaners in my home, one I’ve been using for the past 25 years, and the other I’ve been using for the past 8+ years – and I have no intention of switching now that I’ve found the best and fastest.

First, I make my own essential oil spray for cleaning surfaces and air freshening (this also works for freshening bed linens in the morning, excellent for making the bed). Here’s what I use to create the best all-natural spray:

  • 1 – 14 oz. Spray bottle
  • 15 drops Thyme essential oil*
  • 12 drops Spearmint essential oil*
  • 10 drops Orange essential oil (lemon or Tangerine is good too)*
  • 8 drops Rosemary essential oil*
  • 4 drops Eucalyptus essential oil*
  • 1-2 drops Patchouli essential oil* (optional for when I’m in the mood)
  • Water

I fill the spray bottle 7/8 of the way full with water, then add my drops of essential oil. Screw on the nozzle, give a little shake, and…

  1. spritz surfaces (and wipe with cloth, let any dampness simply air-dry, excellent for kitchens and bathrooms)
  2. spray into the center of the room (to freshen air of germs and odors)
  3. spritz interior dashboard surfaces in my car (wipe with cloth) and spritz into center of car to freshen the air further

*I ONLY use and recommend Young Living Essential Oils as they are the highest quality and I know that they will do the job (kill germs, odors, and disinfect) – these aren’t your typical aromatherapy oils that have no real benefit whatsoever, these are the real deal! By the way, these essential oils are extremely cost efficient too because they are used by the drop, they’re very potent.

The second thing I have is a bottle of Thieves Household Cleaner. This is a concentrate that smells great and you dilute it to make different concentrations for various cleaning tasks. Whether diluted in water in a bucket or a spray bottle the benefits of Thieves essential oil blend in this household cleaner makes it a unique and very effective all-purpose cleaner.

Tasks I use Thieves Household Cleaner for are: washing floors (wood, vinyl, ceramic tile), everything in my kitchen, everything in my bathroom (yes, even to clean the toilet bowl!), windows, mirrors, to wash my car, upholstery cleaner, fabric / carpet stain remover (undiluted or lightly diluted).

I also use Thieves cleaner in place of: carpet shampoo, laundry detergents, toilet bowl cleaner, and oven cleaner.

I make my own softscrub too: simply add 1 TBSP Thieves Household Cleaner to one cup of Baking Soda, stir well until uniformly mixed, and use to clean tubs, shower walls, sinks, or stubborn messes in toilet bowls.

Using the Thieves cleaner has saved me a fortune! Using my essential oil recipe above has also saved me a fortune!

These are so easy to make and use, it makes all cleaning tasks fast and pleasant. Everything sparkles and smells heavenly. Plus I have the added benefits of knowing all of the germs and bacteria I want eliminated are gone, and that I am NOT polluting myself, my dog, or the environment.

During my 37 years of keeping a household and cleaning, the above are the ONLY things I’ve been completely sold on.

Evelyn Vincent

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Make Your Own: Orange-Peppermint Air Freshener

May 10, 2010 in Air Freshener, Application, Aromatherapy, Blends, Disinfectant, Green, How do I use, Make My Own, Natural, Natural Health, Natural Household / Cleaning, Orange Oil, Peppermint, Quality / Pure, Recipes, Using Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

Therapeutic-grade orange essential oil consists of about 85-96% d-Limonene. Limonene is an efficient cleaning agent which is promoted as being environmentally friendly and preferable to petroleum distillates – who wants to use products that are cancer causing anyway!? The smell of Young Living Orange and Peppermint essential oils is considered much more pleasant than what is used in store-bought cleaners and air fresher products (because they are higher quality and super pure).

This easy recipe for making your own air freshener spray is terrific for those who enjoy being more ‘Green’ and eliminating toxic chemical air fresheners from their home. Make two bottles of this recipe, one for the kitchen and another for the bathroom to dispel stinky odors and kill unwanted germs.

How Smart is This

Not only are these superior quality essential oils chemical-free and distilled from organic plants, but it is extremely cheap… even if you’re a retail customer the cost to make this 14 ounce recipe costs you $1.33 to make! The cost to you is 24% less if you’re a wholesale customer/distributor.

There are 250 drops of essential oil in a 15ml bottle. Using essential oils in recipes is not only eco-friendly it saves you a lot of money over the course of the year!

Orange-Peppermint Air Freshener Recipe

8-10 drops Orange essential oil

6-8 drops Peppermint essential oil

In a 14 oz spray bottle, fill with water to 7/8 full, add essential oils and shake.

Spray into center of room for a clean fresh scent.

Orange essential oilCan be sprayed onto surfaces to clean and purify, and used to freshen bed linens and towels.

This blend is also terrific to use as a bathroom spray, simply use a smaller spray bottle and adjust the number of drops used.

Feeling down in the dumps or anxious and stressed?

Try using Orange and Lavender instead! Both combined have been shown to ease stress and anxiety when diffused - read more…

More Recipes and Tips:

Cypress Essential Oil for Sweaty Feet

4 Steps – How to Feel Better than Ever!

Make Your Own Shaving Cream (for him or her)

12 Quick Tips for Using Thieves Essential Oil Daily

Smelly House to Aromatic Home

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Does a Certain Scent Change How You Feel?

May 2, 2010 in Air Freshener, Alternative Therapies, Anxiety, Aromatherapy, Blends, Calming, Chemicals / Toxic, Diffusing, Emotional Release, Mind / Body / Soul, Natural, Relaxation, Stress by Jonell Elder | No comments

Is it possible that just by smelling a particular scent that your mood can change, tension and stress can be released, or even a stomach ache be relieved? If you answer yes, you are correct.

Take a moment and think about how a scent may change how you are feeling, mentally, spiritually, emotionally or even physically. Imagine walking outside and strolling into a wooded area. Do you notice a difference in the air? It feels fresher and you may automatically begin to take deeper breaths. When you do, can you feel a change, perhaps maybe begin to feel happier and “lighter” of spirit?

It is not always possible to have the luxury or time to be off walking in a forest, however you could still smell the scents and be rewarded with the feeling of being on a mountain top surrounded by majestic trees. How is this possible you may ask. Simply by having the wonder of a blend of essential oils; Spruce, Cedarwood, Idaho Balsam Fir and Ylang Ylang, which is appropriately named Sacred Mountain.

When you take off the cap and breath in the fragrance you may begin to feel emotionally grounded, yet having the feeling of soaring with a feeling of spirit, at peace and being humbled all together.

The combination of the essential oils in this blend are quite magnificent. When learning about and using therapeutic-grade essential oils you become familiar with and understand how they affect the emotions, spirit and physical body.

Spruce, Idaho Balsam Fir and Cedarwood are physiologically some of the best oils for bone, tendons and ligaments.

For broken bones apply Spruce, Idaho Balsam Fir or Cedarwood for the 1st 3 weeks to broken bones several times a day and then after that 2-3 times a day after that and strengthen bone density.

Spruce is also a very spiritual oil.  One may feel an emotional sense of lifting up, stress being released, a biochemical change from the brain to the limbic system, the mid brain, into the endocrine system, shifting the hormones, the adrenal glands, lowering the cortisol levels and creating a sense of calm and well being.

Idaho Balsam Fir is used for muscle, bone, ligaments, tendons, respiratory, and the brain, and may be helpful in lowering cortisol levels.

Cedarwood is one of the top three highest oxygenating oils for the brain, the other two being Vetiver and Sandalwood. They are all very close in sesquiterpenes activity, which is an oxygen molecule carrier to the brain. The more oxygen we have in our brain the stronger our brain functions, vision is better, hearing, smell, taste, less mistakes and reflex actions may improve.

Ylang Ylang is balancing of our inner self and may restore equilibrium, and may help to bring balance to unstable emotions.

We all can be so busy in our lives. Rushing around, and possibly becoming “scattered” emotionally. It is important to recognize these feelings and to take a few moments to be quiet and still, to ground and reconnect with our spiritual self and with Spirit.

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This is where Sacred Mountain essential oil blend comes in. You can either just take the cap off of the bottle and breath in the beautiful aroma, or apply a few drops to your neck, shoulders, wrists or chest. You may begin to feel a calming, strengthening feeling. Sacred Mountain calms and quiets your mind.

To understand a little bit more on how breathing in these scents works, read more on “Aromatherapy”.

If you live in the city, one way of bringing the “forest” into your home is by diffusing Sacred Mountain.  It is an exquisite air freshener and definitely safe to breath in the aroma. (Read my article:  “Chemical Free Air Fresheners”) You will be breathing in the natural scent of trees and if you take the time to sit, relax, close your eyes and be still, you may be surprised on how these scents change how you were feeling before you took this time to relax.

Whatever scent it is that may help to calm your mind, remember to recognize the very fact of this simple act, and how it may help to ease your mind of the worries that come up in our lives.

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32 Ways to Use Therapeutic-grade Essential Oils

April 22, 2010 in Air Freshener, Antifungal, Application, Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy Perfume, Bath / Shower, Beauty, Best Essential Oils, Calming, Disinfectant, Eco-Friendly, Education, Family Health, How do I use, Inspirational, Lavender, Lemon, Lifestyle, Make My Own, Natural, Natural Health, Orange Oil, Peace and Calming, Peppermint, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Thieves, Using Essential Oils, Wellness by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

This list of 32 ways, out of hundreds, to use Young Living Essential Oils in daily life will be helpful to those who desire a non-toxic home. See how easy it is to use these superior quality essential oils for aromatherapy and wellness.

1. Scented candles (how to safely do it yourself).

Light an unscented candle, blow out after a few minutes. Add your chosen essential oil to melted wax. Do not add essential oil while candle is lit as the oils are volatile and could flair up. Good choices are: Sensation, Peace & Calming, Gentle Baby, Citrus Fresh, Lavender, Sacred Mountain, Frankincense, Joy, Christmas Spirit, Evergreen Essence, or Abundance.

2. Freshen stinky sneakers and shoes.

Place cotton balls with a couple drops of Thieves, Peppermint, Geranium, Lemon or Tea Tree into shoes overnight.

3. Kill airborne germs or scent a room.

Gently scent and purify a room using the Travel Diffuser or Ultrasonic Diffuser. More on Diffusing and Diffusers.

4. Scented linens and towels / natural dryer sheet.

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to a dampened washcloth, toss into your clothes dryer when drying laundry. Good choices: Lavender, Citrus Fresh, Orange, Purification, Sensation, Peace & Calming, or Gentle Baby. More on Dryer Sheets.

5. Repel flies.

Dab Lavender on door and window sills.

6. Eliminate food odors in fridge.

Add 1-2 drops of either Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Thieves, or Purification essential oil to a cup of water. Using a sponge wipe surface of icebox, freezer, oven, trash cans.

7. Air Freshener spray.

Add 20-30 drops of Peppermint, Lemon, Thieves, or Purification to a 32 oz. spray bottle of water – spritz into the air for a nontoxic freshener that kills odors rather than mask them.

8. Repel mice.

Put a several drops of Peppermint oil on cotton balls in problem areas where mice enter. Read My Peppermint Squirrel Story.

9. Carpet freshener.

Add 10 drops of Thieves or Purification with 3 drops Peppermint to 1 cup cornstarch or baking soda, stir well, let sit for 24 hours in a closed jar. Sprinkle carpet and vacuum after about an hour.

10. Doggy odor in the house.

Put 2 drops of Geranium or Purification on dogs collar. Or, place a couple drops in the palms of your hands, then rub your hands on dogs coat and bed. Smelly House to Aromatic Home.

11. Nontoxic dog flea collar.

On a soft rope put several drops of Purification and Palo Santo, then put the rope into a bandana to tie loosely around the dog’s neck.

12. Scented vacuum.

Put 2-3 drops of your favorite essential oil on a cotton ball placed inside the vacuum canister of your vacuum cleaner. Good choices are: Thieves, Purification, Citrus Fresh, Evergreen Essence, Abundance, or Peace & Calming.

13. Tired muscles and aching joints?

Add 1 drop each of Eucalyptus, Sage and Basil oil to 1 teaspoon V-6 Massage Oil or Jojoba. Massage into area as needed.

14. Underarm Deodorant powder.

Mix in a small jar – 2 oz. Cornstarch, 1 oz. Baking soda, and a few drops of either Geranium, Melrose, Peppermint, Gentle Baby, Abundance, or Lavender essential oil. Mix well.

15. Make your own massage oil.

Add 10 to 12 drops of your favorite Young Living essential oil to 2 oz. of V-6 Massage Oil base. Good choices are: PanAway, Release, Dragon Time, Awaken, EndoFlex, Gentle Baby, Joy, Peace & Calming, Relieve It, Trauma Life, Valor, or White Angelica.

16. Hangover bath.

Blend in a small jar one drop each of –  Juniper, Cedarwood, Grapefruit, Lavender, Rosemary, Lemon or Fennel to 2 oz. of sea salt or Epsom Salts. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the salt mixture to a warm bath and soak.

17. Stay awake and alert while driving.

Put a couple drops each of Peppermint and Rosemary on cotton ball near the car heating/cooling vents for a refreshing scent.

18. Sleep well.

Place hanky sprinkled with a couple drops of Chamomile and Lavender oil under our pillow. Or, use a couple drops of RutaVaLa on the hanky.

19. Smelly hotel rooms.

Add a few drops each of Chamomile and Lavender to travel-sized mister, or a few drops of Thieves or Purification, sprtiz around room. Or, get the “Travel Fan Diffuser” – great for traveling and in the car, or office. More on Diffusers.

20. Athletes foot.

Dab a couple drops of Melrose on toes and rub on feet to soothe burning, tired feet. More on Athlete’s Foot and Essential Oils and Fungal Infections.

21. Ease headache discomfort.

Massage one drop of rosemary and lavender together to back of neck. Or, one drop of peppermint. More on Stress and Headaches.

22. Scented stationery.

Add a couple drops of Lavender, Jasmine, Sensation, Abundance, or Ylang Ylang to a cotton ball, seal inside a plastic bag for 24 hours. Then, place stationary and envelopes into a pretty box with a nice pen, tie with ribbon.

23. Aromatherapy sachets.

Add a few drops of Citrus Fresh or Abundance to dried flowers/herbs in lightweight decorative cloth bags then tie with a thin ribbon.

24. Potpourri.

Fill glass jars or decorative boxes with dried flowers scented with a few drops of of your favorite essential oil. Good choices are: Christmas Spirit, Evergreen Essence, Citrus Fresh, Abundance, or Joy.

25. Perfume blends.

Add 25 drops your favorite essential oil to 1 oz. jojoba oil. Let sit in a tightly capped bottle for two weeks before to using. Good choices are: Joy, Sensation, Dragon Time, Abundance, Gentle Baby, Sacred Mountain, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Magnify Your Purpose, Harmony, Grounding, or Highest Potential.

26. Bath oils.

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to a small jar of apricot or almond oil and stir thoroughly. To use: put 1-2 tablespoons in warm running bath water. Good choices are: Sensation, Joy, Gentle Baby, Hope, Dragon Time, Believe, Awaken, or Peace & Calming.

27. Arthritis or stiff joints.

Mix 2 drops each of Wintergreen, Cypress, and Lemongrass with 2 tablespoons of V-6 massage oil. Apply topically to achy joints.

28. Bathtub scrubbing cleaner.

Mix 1 cup baking soda and 10-30 drops of Thieves essential oil in a bowl. Pour mixture into an airtight container for up to a year.

29. No calorie, refreshing, flavored water.

Add one drop of either Lemon, Peppermint or Citrus Fresh to a 16 oz. glass of water.*

30. Lavender-Peppermint Foot Soak for tired feet.

Mix together in a small bowl: 1/4 cup Epsom Salts, 2 drops each of Lavender, Peppermint and Chamomile essential oils, mix, add to warm foot bath water, soak for 20 minutes.

31. Peppermint Hot Chocolate.

Make your hot chocolate as usual, take a toothpick and dip it into the center hole of your bottle of Peppermint essential oil (only a tiny amount will get on the toothpick, which is what you want), then swirl the toothpick in your cup of hot chocolate – perfect!*

32. Dipping Oil (for bread)

In a small dipping bowl put 1 oz. of olive oil and 1 drop of either Mountain Savory, Oregano, Thyme, Marjoram, or Basil. Set dipping bowl on table so everyone can dip as desired.*

* Caution: an essential oil must be of superior quality to be used internally and in cooking. Young Living essential oils are superior quality and are food grade. Do NOT use other brands of essential oils internally. These tips are only in regards to Young Living oils. More on Cooking with Essential Oils.

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