I don’t know about y’all…but if you're like us you start spending more and more time outside. We love the longer days and playing in the sun!!  

If you live for those brilliant summer skies make sure and take essential oils along for the ride…

First on our list is the TerraShield® Outdoor Blend. No matter the activity, everyone should keep this blend with them during their outdoor adventures. It is an effective, natural repellent that leaves out the nasty chemicals. Aside from TerraShield, there are plenty of other “outdoor” oils to have on hand, too.

Going Out in the Sun

At the beach or the campground, everyone needs to get outside and enjoy some time in the sun for the mood-boosting and vitamin D benefits. However, make sure you pack these skin-friendly oils to keep cool and refreshed.

•  Peppermint: Apply in in a roller bottle directly to your skin when you need to cool down most. Or, add a few drops to a spray bottle with water...

Are y’all not totally loving this long weekend??? I know I am!!!   

In honor of all those who serve and have served our wonderful country this Memorial Day Holiday Weekend I want to give y’all some amazing diffuser blends to enjoy!!  

Memorial Day

• 3 drops Breathe oil
• 2 drops Wild Orange oil
• 3 drops Lime oil

Gratitude

• 2 drops Grapefruit oil
• 2 drops Wild Orange oil
• 1 drop Bergamot oil
• 1 drop Lemon oil

USA

• 1 drop Balance oil
• 1 drop Passion oil
• 2 drops Citrus Bliss oil

Sunny Day

• 4 drops Wild Orange oil
• 2 drops Ylang Ylang oil
• 2 drops Bergamot oil

No No Mosquito

• 1 drop Geranium oil
• 1 drop Lavender oil
• 1 drop Eucalyptus oil
• 1 drop Rosemary oil
• 1 drop Lemongrass oil

Red White Blue

• 1 drop Passion oil
• 1 drop Purify oil
• 2 drops Juniper Berry oil 

I really hope y’all love some of these blends like I do.  What are some of your favorite diffuser blends?  I would love to hear your comments below. 

Blessings

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Hey ya’ll!! Is this weather we are having not amazing!!!  It’s getting warmer and I love seeing the sun out!!!  This week I want to discuss the many uses for essential oils and sun care.  

Below you will find some amazing recipes to pamper yourself during and after sun exposure plus a bonus recipe for a refreshing pool side punch!!  

When spending time in the sun, your skin isn’t the only thing you should be worried about protecting. Too much sun exposure can cause damage to your hair and lead to dry, brittle strands. The good news is you can use sunscreen to protect your hair, just like the rest of your body. This simple Sun Protecting Hair Spay, dilutes sunscreen for easy application and contains Rosemary Oil, known for its renewing properties to help promote full, healthy-looking hair. Try mixing up this recipe the next time you're on your way to the pool or beach for extra protection. 

Ingredients:

• Water
• SPF 25 sunscreen
• 3–4...

Hey ya’ll!! 

This week I want to talk about essential oils and nail care.  Are you looking for an alternative to that stinky acetone nail polish remover?  Or do you want all natural nail care products?  I’m gonna give ya’ll some amazing recipes below that will really up your nail care routine.  

The next time you want to update your nail polish, skip the chemical-laden acetone removers and let citrus essential oils do the trick. Citrus Bliss® contains seven citrus essential oils that are natural cleansers and create an uplifting aroma, allowing you to freshen your nails and boost your mood at the same time.

Ingredients:

• 10 drops Citrus Bliss essential oil blend
• 2 ounces white vinegar or rubbing alcohol

Instructions:

1. Add essential oils to a two ounce glass bottle and fill the remainder of the bottle with white vinegar or rubbing alcohol.
2. Shake to combine.
3. Add the solution to a cotton ball and rub onto nails to remove polish.
4. Once...

Happy May Ya’ll!!!  I want to start this month off with a spotlight on Vetiver!! 

With a unique, exotic aroma, Vetiver oil is ideal for massage therapy and a calming routine before going to sleep.  It can also be rubbed on the feet before bedtime to prepare for a restful night’s sleep. 

Uses:

• Use Vetiver oil as a massage oil.
• Take a warm bath with a few drops of Vetiver essential oil for deep relaxation.
• Diffuse Vetiver oil.
• Use a toothpick to help get the desired amount out of the container if Vetiver oil is too thick to get out of the bottle.  A little goes a long way. 

If you’re in love with the smell of Vetiver like I do, you will love these diffuser recipes.

Fresh Rain Smell:

6 drops Lemon essential oil

3 drops Vetiver essential oil  

Calming Afternoon:

3 drops Lavender essential oil

3 drops Frankincense essential oil

2 drops Vetiver essential oil   

Stress Less:

3 drops Bergamot essential oil

3 drops...

Hey ya’ll!! I don’t know if y’all have noticed but we’ve kinda got a series going on here…essential oils and personal pampering!!  We started at hair care.  Moved on to lips and now we're going to focus this week on essential oils and skin care, specifically facial skin care.  

Below you will find some amazing recipes to pamper yourself with masks and scrubs.  These recipes will leave your face soft and regenerated!!  

Help cleanse and nourish your skin with this easy Clay Mask. It is great for all skin types and can be customized with your favorite essential oils. This recipe makes enough for one facial mask and should be applied to your skin at least once a week for best results. 

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons bentonite clay
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 drop Frankincense oil
• 1 drop Lavender oil
• 1 drop Tea Tree oil

Instructions:

1. Combine clay and vinegar in bowl and stir until well combined.
2. Add essential oils.
3. Apply to...

Hey ya’ll!! I hope this post finds everyone doing well.   We are busy, busy, busy, at our house!!

This week I want to explore essential oils and lip care.  Below you will find some amazing recipes to pamper your lips.  These recipes will leave your lips unbelievable soft and hydrated!!  

Making lip balm can be simple! Try this easy DIY lip balm that is moisturizing and healthy for your lips.

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce beeswax 
• 1 ounce coconut oil 
• ½ ounce shea butter 
• ½ ounce cocoa butter 
• 20 drops Peppermint oil
• 10 drops Lavender oil

Note: This recipe makes three ounces of lip balm, so make sure you have enough containers. This recipe will make 20 lip balm tubes. You can always reduce the batch size by cutting the recipe in half. 

Instructions:

1. Line up empty containers. If using a lip balm stick, make sure it ihas been twisted down.
2. Measure butters and oils and place in glass jar.
3. Fill a large saucepan with one...

Spring is in full swing and I thought what better way to celebrate the season of blooms than with a spotlight on Geranium!! 

With various beautifying purposes, Geranium essential oil promotes healthy, glowing skin and hair, while providing a sweet, floral aroma.

Geranium oil has been used to promote the appearance of clear skin and healthy hair.  This oil also helps calm nerves and lessen feelings of stress. Geranium oil is also known to naturally repel insects. 

USES:

• Use Geranium oil in an aromatherapy steam facial to beautify skin.
• Add a drop to your moisturizer for a smoothing effect.
• Geranium essential oil is great for both dry and oily hair. Apply a few drops to your shampoo or conditioner bottle, or make your own deep hair conditioner.
• Diffuse Geranium oil aromatically for a calming effect.

If you’re in love with the smell of Geranium like I am, you will love these diffuser recipes.

Spring Fever:

3 drops Geranium essential oil

3 drops Grapefruit...

Hey ya’ll!! This week has flown by but I didn’t forget about you…Who wants to do some pampering hair care???  There are so many amazing uses for essential oils and hair care.  Dry scalp?  There is an essential oil for that.  Itchy scalp?  Oil for that!  Dull looking? Oil for that too!! 

This homemade Deep Hair Conditioner is easy to make and will leave your hair soft and smooth.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 drops doTERRA essential oils

A few great essential oils for your hair include: Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, Geranium, and Clary Sage. You can use one or all five of the essential oils in your deep conditioner.

Instructions:

• Put coconut oil, olive oil, and essential oils in mixing bowl.
• Mix on medium/high speed for five minutes or until ingredients are whipped to a thick and creamy consistency.
• Once whipped, apply to clean, dry hair.
• Comb through with wide tooth comb to evenly...

Its officially Spring…we’ve been on Spring Break all week and Easter is this coming this Sunday!!! We have sleeping in, staying up late and of course, dying and hiding eggs like crazy this week.  We’ve all picked out our Easter outfits and are really excited about this coming Sunday’s service.  

In celebration of Easter, I want to give y’all TEN diffuser blends to put in your Easter basket!!

Happy Easter

• 2 drops Geranium oil  
• 3 drops Wild Orange oil
• 4 drops Lime oil

Easter Morning

• 4 drops Tangerine oil
• 3 drops Cedarwood oil
• 1 drop Ginger oil
• 1 drop Patchouli oil

Easter Lily 

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang oil
• 2 drops Geranium oil
• 1 drop Lavender oil
• 1 drops Rose oil

Jelly Beans

• 2 drops Juniper Berry oil
• 2 drops Wild Orange oil
• 1 drop Lemongrass oil
• 3 drops Citrus Bliss oil

Blessed Easter

• 2 drops Basil oil
• 2 drops Clary Sage oil
• 2 drops Lemon oil
• 1 drop Spearmint oil

Easter Joy

• 3 drops Grapefruit oil
• 3 drops Peppermint oil
• 2 drops...