Kids face a lot of challenges as they go back to school! Even if they’re excited about going back, the changes can be stressful and trigger some strong emotions. 

Younger children might struggle with separation anxiety and need support adjusting to a new place with new people.  Even older kids go through stress as they go back to school. It might mean a different schedule, changing bedtimes, being surrounded by new people and new germs!

5 Ways to use essential oils for back to school

1. Attention and Focus

An essential oil back to school blend for mental focus can help kids in the classroom and during homework or study sessions.  We all need a little help focusing sometimes!

2. Sleep Well

When kids get enough sleep, they’re more than likely to stay mentally and emotionally centered. It also helps them perform at their best in the classroom (and any sports or after school activities they may take part in)

3. Soothe Emotions

Going back to school can bring up...

Hey you guys!!!  This week I wand to do a huge shot out to doTERRA Serenity Restful Blend!!

This blend combines a select group of powerful, CPTG^® essential oils to help calm and relax when stressful feelings arise. With so many high-stress moments and situations all around, it is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and tense. The doTERRA Serenity Restful Blend can be used aromatically and topically to promote relaxation, encourage calm emotions, and lessen feelings of tension. doTERRA Serenity is an ideal essential oil to have around both day and night as it can aid in reducing everyday stresses and promote a relaxing night’s sleep. This blend contains essential oils such as Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Marjoram, and Roman Chamomile, which give it its soothing scent, while Hawaiian Sandalwood and Vanilla Bean offer a warm aroma. When used in a diffuser, this blend will help calm and renew with its sweet fragrance.

Uses and Benefits

1. When you start to feel the stress of...

We all know that Back to School can be a stressful time, for both parents and kids.  New schedules, morning and bedtime routines, homework and time to wind down from the day are a change that every family member has to get adjusted too. 

Below are 15 great Back to School Diffuser Recipes:

Let’s Focus

•  1 drop Peppermint
•  1 drop Lime
•  1 drop Wild Orange
•  1 drop Frankincense

Be Calm

•  3 drops Lavender
•  2 drops Vetiver

Good Morning

•  4 drops wild orange
•  2 drops Vetiver 

Mental Clarity

•  2 drops Rosemary
•  2 drops Cypress
•  2 drops Lemon

Happy Kiddo

•  2 drops Lavender
•  3 drops Wild Orange
•  3 drops Ylang Ylang

Perfect Attendance

•  3 drops On Guard
•  3 Drops Wild Orange

Sweet Dreams

•  2 drops Serenity
•  2 drops Wild Orange
•  2 drops Breathe

Cranky Pants

•  2 drops Elevation
•  2 drops Frankincense
•  2 drops Spearmint

Less Stress

•  2 drops Balance
•  2...

Even though summer isn’t over quite yet we need to start thinking about…back to school! 

There are many different diffuser blends, sprays, and roller ball recipes you can use during the back to school season. Oils provide so many amazing benefits and support our kids during this exciting time. 

Here are the top 4 back to school essential oils.

Lavender Essential Oil

•  Lavender is widely useful for its calming and relaxing qualities.
•  This essential oil helps to ease feelings of tension.
•  Add a few drops of lavender to pillows, bedding or the bottoms of feet to prepare for a restful night’s sleep.
•  Lavender evokes positive feelings of self-awareness.
•  It is helpful to diffuse when trying to stay on task. Great for the homework time of the day
•  Promotes feelings of clear breathing and open airways.

Vetiver Essential Oil

•  After a difficult school day apply to your child’s neck and feet to promote feelings of calm.
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Let’s talk Summertime Essential Oils!! 

Some of my favorite summertime diffuser blends, roller blends and spray recipes are below.  Enjoy! 

DIFFUSER BLENDS:

Fun in the Sun

•  1 drop Lemon
•  1 drop Orange
•  1 drop Grapefruit
•  1 drop Lavender

Berry Breeze

•  2 drops Juniper Berry
•  1 drop Grapefruit
•  1 drop Orange

SUNBURN RELIEF:

Need some quick sunburn relief? Try one or more of these essential oils blended with a carrier oil, unscented lotion, or aloe vera gel. 

•  Chamomile (Roman or German)
•  Peppermint
•  Tea Tree
•  Helichrysum
•  Geranium

Aloe vera gel is a great carrier for essential oils when you are sun burnt. 

ALOE VERA RELIEF GEL: 

Here is a simple gel to make and keep in the refrigerator so it will be cool to the skin when applied. Lavender oil provides healing and peppermint oil provides cooling. All ingredients are soothing and will help with the pain and heat.

•  14 drops Lavender...

TerraShield is perfect for the whole family! Diffuse it at your next outdoor event to create an inviting atmosphere for those you love. TerraShield Spray will give you all of the benefits of doTERRA TerraShield oil while adding in the convenience of a spray lid and top, allowing you to access its benefits quicker and easier. It is the perfect size to throw in your pocket book or even slip in your pocket!

TerraShield Uses and Benefits

1. Before heading out on a hike or walk, try applying TerraShield topically. Rub it into your wrists, ankles, or the back of your neck to soothe your skin and invigorate you as you embark on your adventure. 
2. Diffusing isn’t just for the indoors. Diffuse TerraShield at your next outdoor gathering to create an inviting, woodsy atmosphere that makes everyone feel comfortable. 
3. TerraShield can be the perfect backdrop for your next family camping trip. Use a travel diffuser to spread its scent in your tent or camper, or you can apply it...

It is finally here! My favorite time of the year! Summer, Summer, Summer Time!  Being outside has so many health benefits, but being outside includes being exposed to the SUN.  The Sun is wonderful and gives us a beautiful bronze glow, but it’s UV rays can be harmful to our skin. Using sunscreen daily is crucial to protecting our skin!! 

 doTERRA just introduced it’s new sun care line and let me tell you how amazing and clean it is! These sun products have many healthy benefits and all of doTERRA’s oils are CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade so you never have to worry about what you are putting on or in your body.

doTERRA Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen (spray, stick AND lotion)

This mineral-based sun protection delivers incredible benefits, so your skin looks and feels as young as you feel! 

1. SPF 30 Broad spectrum UVA/UVB
2. Water resistant
3. Light-weight and moisturizing
4. Vegan friendly, reef safe and cruelty free 
5. Contains NO parabens,...

The summer months are the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with your family and friends. We know that many of you will be hitting pool, enjoying the barbecues in the back yard, hiking, or taking your yearly vacation to the beach. I want to ensure that you and your family stay safe this summer and use your essential oils in the most effective and safest ways possible. 

If you regularly use essential oils and spend time in the sunshine you run the risk of irritating or even burning your skin!! 

Some essential oils are photosensitive. Photosensitive is a condition in which the skin becomes very sensitive to sunlight or other forms of ultraviolet light and may burn easily. Photosensitivity usually causes a rash or sunburn, especially on areas of the skin that are exposed to ultraviolet light.

The majority of photosensitive essential oils come from citrus fruits, making them easy to remember. However, there are other oils that can be photo-toxic. Paying close attention to...

Essential oils aren't just for the spa and diffusers anymore! Certain oils can be incredibly useful in the kitchen. This weeks blog includes tips and tricks for cooking with essential oils… 

Essential oils are the concentrated essences of the natural oils found in plants. When processed in a particular way, they are safe to use in cooking, much like you may use vanilla or almond extract.  

Before I go any further, it’s crucial that I mention that not all essential oils are created equally. Many oils sold for aromatherapy or even bath and body use are not suitable to consume. Before you even think of adding a drop to any recipe, be sure that the oils are food safe! 

Essential oils are a super handy substitute if you don’t have certain ingredients on hand. If you see that a recipe calls for lemon zest and you’re fresh out of citrus at home, a few drops of lemon oil can easily take its place. Similarly oregano, thyme, and basil oils can be used...

Hey Guys!!!! Today I want to do a spotlight on an amazing essential oil….Juniper Berry!!

Extracted from the berries of a coniferous tree, Juniper Berry essential oil is recognized for its versatile uses and benefits. The scent of Juniper Berry oil is woody, spicy, and clean. When used for its aroma, Juniper Berry essential oil has a calming and grounding effect and can also be diffused to help cleanse and purify the air. Juniper Berry oil can be used internally as a powerful cleansing and detoxifying agent and to support urinary tract and healthy kidney function. When applied topically, this essential oil acts as a natural skin toner and reduces the appearance of skin blemishes. 

Juniper Berry Essential Oil Uses & Benefits: 

1. Juniper Berry essential oil is known for its ability to act as a natural skin toner and reduce the appearance of skin blemishes. To promote a clear and healthy complexion, apply one drop of Juniper Berry essential oil to your skin. 
2. ...