Oil of the Week: Purification, Always a Conversation Starter

"Your house smells so clean and fresh, what is that?" 

"Thanks! It's Young Living Purification oil in my diffuser."

I cannot tell you how many times I've had this conversation. Even my seasoned oil users sometimes don’t believe that it's Purification because it smells so different in the diffuser than in the bottle. Although, it is called PURIFICATION ... so it shouldn't be surprising that it smells so pure and clean.

Diffusing, though, it just one of the many reasons that I LOVE Purification and why it is one of my favorite oils of all times. Let’s start with the basics:

Young Living Purification, a fresh blend of Citronella, Lemongrass, Lavandin, Rosemary, Tea Tree, and Myrtle essential oils.

Purification Essential Oil Blend helps freshen the air and eliminate odors with its unique combination of Citronella, Lemongrass, Lavandin, Rosemary, Tea Tree, and Myrtle essential oils, and naturally-occurring compounds cineol, neral, and geranial (research these compounds, it is very interesting information!).

Let’s break down some of those ingredients.

Citronella

Many of us know about citronella because it is an ingredient in almost every insect repellant on the market, but did you know it has many other useful qualities? For example, citronella can be relaxing, purifying to the skin, while also supporting the respiratory system and normal digestion. Citronella also has a very refreshing and uplifting scent. Great oil, huh?

Lemongrass

Historically, lemongrass has been used for purifying and supporting the digestive system but it can also help maintain healthy circulation and promote the lymphatic system. Lemongrass is also a great oil to massage on with some coconut oil to maintain healthy tissue and ligaments. Lemongrass is considered a “hot”oil; avoid skin irritation by diluting before application.

Lavandin

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is YL’s typical lavender that we all know and love. Lavandin is from our farm in Provence, France and it is actually a cross between our Lavandula augustifolia and spike lavender (Lavendula latifolia). Now, why would YL want to use Lavandin instead of Lavender in Purification oil?

I believe it is because Lavandin is known for its purifying constitutes – it is called Purification after all! In Europe, it's actually very common for veterinary clinics to clean their cages with Lavandin. Lavandin does have similar calming effects like Lavender, and may help support the respiratory system and promote healthy circulation.

Rosemary

Want a little history lesson after our science lesson above? Many of us know Rosemary is an ingredient in our beloved oil blend Thieves (do you know the story of Thieves?) but here is a lesson in ancient history about Rosemary. In ancient Greece (about 1,000 BC), rosemary was burned as an incense. Later cultures believed that it would ward off evil, a practice that would eventually become adopted by those who wanted to protect themselves, like modern day immune support! Rosemary may also support a healthy respiratory system and may help promote mental clarity and concentration.

Tea Tree

Tea Tree is a very popular oil. It has many uses that we have all come to know and love. Tea Tree has a very clean fresh scent and when applied to the skin may help promote healthy looking skin. Tea Tree is known for its purifying properties and may aid the body’s natural response to skin injury and irritations.

Myrtle

Myrtle oil has a mild smell but can punch powerful results! Myrtle is a gentle oil and is typically a “go to” for supporting the respiratory system in children. Myrtle may also help promote healthy skin and could be good to rub on after a hard workout. Myrtle is also referenced several times in Bible, here are a few places you can find it: Nehemiah 8:15, Isaiah 41:19, Isaiah 55:13 – enjoy!

So … do you love Purification yet? I DO! Here are some more product tips you might enjoy.

Product Tips:

• Add Purification essential oil blend to your washing machine to freshen laundry.
• Add a couple drops of Purification essential oil blend to shoes to help neutralize odors.
• Add a few drops to a cotton ball to help eliminate stale air in the office or your child’s room.
• Diffuse Purification essential oil blend to dispel unpleasant odors and clear the air of impurities (I love adding Orange Oil with it).
• Diffuse Purification essential oil blend to eliminate odors after the dog returns from playing outdoors in the rain.
• Apply topically when going outdoors for a pest-free experience.
• Diffuse to repel bugs, insects and mice.
• Add a drop or two to your favorite moisturizer morning and evening for healthy looking skin.
• Apply to skin to aid the body’s natural response to skin irritation or injury.
• Add a few drops to a glass spray bottle with water for a multipurpose spray solution (I NEVER leave home without this!).

Continue the Conversation 

Of course, these are just a few ways to use Purification on a daily basis. No one home should be without it! What are some of your favorite ways to use Purification? If you have any questions about YL oils or YL oil infused products, please feel free to contact me at Jaynelle@TreeofLifeYL.com or anyone in the Tree of Life group.

Oil of the Week: Frankincense (Boswellia carterii)

Another week, another oil!  But first a challenge:

Oil of the Week Challenge

Choose an oil in your starter kit, use it and only it (if possible), for the entire week. Get to know that oil: diffuse it, inhale it, apply it, enjoy it. Know it so well that if it did not have a label, you would know it by smell. For some oils, that’s simple. For others, not so simple. Which oil will you try? 

Oily Standby: Frankincense

Young Living farms this oil from the Frankincense trees in Salalah, Oman. It is steam distilled from the gum/resin after making cuts in the tree by hand.

Frankincense has a rich, deep, warm, sweet scent. It gives me a grounded, “cleansing breath” type feeling. I inhale deeply and exhale slowly, allowing its fragrance and frequency to wash over me.

Frankincense is my “go to” oil. I wear it daily. I use it often, and I use a lot. If I need a particular oil to perform in a particular way and I’m not getting the results I want, I always add frankincense! It acts as an enhancer and equalizer. What does that mean in my world? It just “kicks” everything up a notch! How? Let’s start with a little science behind this oil.

Oily Science: Frankincense Frequency

Frankincense has the highest frequency of any oil in your starter kit. Why is that important? “Measurements on the human body found that a healthy person has a frequency of 62-68MHz. When a person’s frequency dips to around 58MHz cold symptoms can manifest.”* As your body frequency lowers, problems can arise.

I want to feel my best. I want my body performing at the highest level possible. Every day. Keeping my frequency level high allows me wellness, and wellness is what I want from my oils! Maintenance and prevention are key. Frankincense is part of my daily regimen, not only when I am not at my best, but preventatively.

Oily Spirituality: Frankincense & Spiritual Grounding

I would be remiss not to mention the spiritual aspect of this oil. Frankincense is referenced in the Bible over 52 times. Historically, it is a holy oil in the Middle East.  “As an ingredient in the holy incense, it was used anciently during sacrificial ceremonies to help improve communication with the Creator.”**

Oily Sense: Frankincense Day-to-Day

What can frankincense do? In my opinion, just about anything! In fact, I think it can be beneficial in EVERY body system! When I apply it, I don’t always know where it is going in my body, or what it is doing, but I do know I’m getting a boost of health and wellness by raising my body frequency.

Young Living thinks frankincense is vital for health and wellness, too. You will find frankincense as an ingredient in over 55 oils and/or products in the catalog; facial products, oil blends, soaps, body washes, sprays, supplements, oral care products, children’s products and more!

For all you list-y people out there, here are a few reasons to reach for Frankincense. It is an oil that:

• Promotes healthy looking skin/hair/nails        
• Promotes healthy respiratory function
• Supports mood by uplifting and encouraging positive energy        
• Supports the immune system        
• Promotes healthy nervous system
• Promotes mental health

Let’s get practical. Here are a few ways you can try applying frankincense today:

• Behind your ears or on your neck as a perfume    
• In your diffuser on a cloudy day
• Over your heart and on your temples before meditation
• On your chest before bed
• On any unsightly or compromised skin area
• In your daily moisturizer, or with coconut oil as a moisturizer
• On a pregnant belly
• On the feet of the elderly
• In a diffuser at a hospital
• On the crown of the head for anointing
• On the breast area combined with Orange essential oil
• On your feet for immune support
• On your brain stem when concentrating
• In your bath (mixed with Epsom salt) for relaxation and grounding
• On the spine for immune support

Start Your Frankincense Challenge Today!

I’m so grateful that Young Living chose frankincense as one of the Premium Starter Kit oils! Do you have an issue that you want to overcome? Perhaps, like me, you want to prevent unwanted issues. Open that bottle of frankincense. Inhale deeply, apply it, wear it, diffuse it. Restore and maintain your wellness with the frequency of frankincense!

Contact me (Cynthia) at OilTogetherNow@gmail.com or check out my team's site! I'd love to talk more about how to make Frankincense a daily part of your life. 

*    Healing Oils of the Bible by Dr. David Stewart

**    Reference Guide for Essential Oils by Connie and Alan Higley

Oil of the Week: Stress Away

STRESS-AWAY : verb pronounced \ˈstres-ə-ˈwā\! Seems pretty self-explanatory right? Well it is, but oh it is so much more.

Stress Away: Self-Explanatory? Not So Fast. 

How does Stress Away help keep stress away? The perfect combination of Copaiba, Lime, Cedarwood, Ocotea and Lavender, of course.  

Ingredient #1: Copaiba

Stress Away contains the essential oil Copaiba. Copaiba contains B-caryophyllene. Why, yes it does. So are you wondering why we care about B-caryo…whatever? Let me fill you in. It is a chemical present in numerous plants including Cannabis which is being studied at fervent levels for being able to assist in feeling anxious and other emotional support concerns, among many other human issues.

Ingredient #2: Lime

Stress Away also contains lime. You should really look up lime, because it has a tremendous benefits including emotional, skin and lymphatic system support...just to get you curious. It also has a really fresh smell and taste.

Ingredient #3: Cedarwood

Stress Away also contains cedarwood. We can guess how God feels about cedarwood since the sacrifices were often given in recipes calling for cedarwood (Lev 14 and Num 19), and Solomon’s Temple, was made of cedarwood (1 Kings 6). Can’t you just close your eyes and take yourself there?

Cedarwood is my nite-nite oil when I am overwhelmed (that isn’t a disease condition yet is it?).  Cedarwood is full of sesquiterpines, which means it is heavier and the smell will hang with you a little longer, and who doesn’t want that? 

Ingredient #4: Ocotea

Next is Ocotea. This is one of my personal favorites. I have been able to curb my sugary food cravings by dropping one drop under my tongue when I am feeling naughty. I don’t know if they were thinking of me when they made this oil, but I am a comfort eater when I get stressed, so having this little beauty in Stress Away is like – BONUS!

Ingredient #5: Lavender

And last, but not least, is lavender. I don’t need to tell you how this oil has been celebrated, all over the world throughout all time, for its relaxing and soothing properties.

How To: Get Your Stress Away On! 

So all that information to say what? Get your Stress Away on! Give it to your friends, your neighbors, your family. Take a bottle with you when you go to the office, for when that special co-worker comes around. You know which one I’m talking about. Diffuse it when people come over,  or in your car (it helps with road-rage … ask me how I know), give it as a house-warming gift, or a graduation gift, or a wedding gift. These are all stress-filled times in a person’s life. There is NO wrong time to give the gift of Stress Away.

Questions? No Stress! 

So live your life for those wonderful moments and just let the Stress fly Away! Have questions? Comment or email Michelle at michelle@oilrevival.com!  

2016 Young Living Convention Recap: New Products & Why You Should Never Miss It Again!

We can’t believe it. The Young Living 2016 Grand Convention is over already (sigh)...But our passion for the new products and exhilarating experience is just beginning. If you missed out, you’re in the right place. We’ll highlight all the new, must-try products and share a few real life convention experiences from the Tree of Life team. Our first (and best) convention tip? Don’t miss next year! 

New 2016 Young Living Products (& More!) 

1. Slique CitraSlim

Proof that good things often come in small packages, Slique CitraSlim soft capsules are formulated with Young Living essential oils to help support your weight management goals. 

Your new recipe for healthy weight management: Balanced Diet + Regular Exercise + Slique CitraSlim. This proprietary blend of Young Living Essential oils helps support fat burning, efficient metabolism and natural energy. The best part? Try it for 60 days and if you're not satisfied, you'll get a product credit of equal value! 

2. Slique Shake

Shake up your weight management menu with this delicious vegan meal replacement. Slique Shake contains no artificial anything or GMO ingredients. 

On-the-go goodness has never been easier or more delicious with Slique Shake. Just add water (or your favorite milk) and you've got an instant, protein-packed AND plant-based meal. Bottom's up! 

A word from our fearless leader: Jaynelle Leek-Binns

Convention is a place every oil lover should experience. The energy, excitement and experience is like no other! It is so refreshing to be around 20,000+ other people who have the same passion as you. You get to hug the necks of your second "family", hear Mary and Gary Young speak from the heart and bounce information and tips off each other all in one place. If someone wants to build a YL business or just increase your oily knowledge - this is a MUST attend event! I encourage everyone to give it a try, you won't regret it and I know you'll want to come back year after year!

3. AgilEase

Get moving with AgilEase. This Young Living supplement supports joint health. 

You can thank AgilEase for taking that last "But..." off your exercise excuse list. With key ingredients like Frankincense, this supplement will help you maintain an active lifestyle by supporting joint health and mobility. 

4. PowerGize

Designed with the male athlete in mind, PowerGize supports muscle building and the male reproductive system. 

Guys (and girls), hit the gym a little harder with PowerGize. Ingredients like Blue Spruce, Goldenrod, and Cassia essential oils help boost stamina and performance.

Convention Recap from our Diamond: Janie Leek

I loved the 2016 Young Living Grand Convention!! Each year they get better and better and this one was the best ever! I loved seeing so many friends I may never have known otherwise and it was wonderful to see so many of our YL team members! With over 22,000 in attendance it was definitely the largest convention in history! And I just received all of my new YL products today! Can hardly wait to try them!

5 & 6. Thieves Cough Drops & Cool Azul Cream

Young Living delivers OTC relief with 0 artificial ingredients. Cool Azul Cream tackles minor muscle aches, while Thieves Cough Drops soothe sore throats, coughs and irritated nasal passages. 

Young Living is taking a huge step forward in their goal to bring essential oils into every home with these OTC products.

Reach for Cool Azul Cream to relieve minor muscle and joint aches, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains without synthetic ingredients. This OTC formula alleviates pain with methyl salicylate found in Wintergreen and cools with Peppermint. 

Thieves cough drops support your immune system and address common cold symptoms with the power of Thieves Essential Oil blend. Fall sniffles, you've met your match. 

Tree of Life Member Cynthia Wilson Lengefeld Convention Takeaways 

YL Convention gives each person an opportunity to personally experience the integrity and heart of Gary Young, founder of YL. His passion and energy are contagious! Convention reminds me that I am part of a bigger mission and plan, and for me, that is highly encouraging. Friendships are deepened, strategies are discussed and ideas are formed. I always leave feeling refreshed, motivated and reminded that I, too, can achieve my goals and dreams!

7. Thieves Automatic Dishwasher Powder

Sparkling dishes are just 1 TB of Thieves Dishwasher Powder away! 

Finally! The. Wait. Is. Over. You can dump your chemical laden dishwasher soaps for the cleansing and cleaning power of Thieves.

8. Live Your Passion Essential Oil Blend  

Much like the convention experience, Live Your Passion blend is joyful and sweet. 

We love this new blend! Diffuse or apply topically to take advantage of these 9 great ingredients: Orange, Royal Hawaiian™ Sandalwood, Nutmeg, Lime, Idaho Blue Spruce, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense, and Peppermint. 

Gary Young Insights from Joyce Ann Smith-Swanson:

I agree with Cynthia. The highlight of each convention I have been to since 2012 is hearing from our founder, D. Gary Young. His passion, knowledge and sincerity is always so rewarding to see. He never stops wanting to 'heal' the world! His philanthropy mission is unbeatable! I always learn so much when he shares with us...and I always want him to talk longer each time! He blesses me with vision of how to help everyone around him! I have never seen a more giving person with ALL his resources! SO proud to be a part of this company!

9. Dalmatia Oil Collection (Limited Time Offer!) 

This limited-time collection includes Dalmatia Bay Laurel, Dalmatia Sage, and Dalmatia Juniper.

This pleasing collection is distilled at at Young Living's Dalmatia Aromatic Farm near the Adriatic Sea in Split, Croatia. Here is a quick tip for each oil: 

• Bay Laurel - Add to shampoos, lotions, and skin creams to encourage healthy scalp and skin. 
• Sage - Apply topically with carrier oil as a night time skin toner.
• Juniper - Diffuse during meditation to invite a sense of clarity and enhance your spiritual efforts.

10. Select 30 Oil Collection 

15 Essential Oils + 15 Blends = Your perfect travel collection. 

Whether you want to replenish your favorite oils or discover new favorites, this collection is a perfect way to grow your collection. Bonus: includes oil labels and a sturdy, travel-ready case. 

Gloria Goolsbee on the YL Vision:

YL Convention is a wealth of information for anyone who attends, as well as an abundance of inspiration! No other gathering compares to the positive and uplifting speakers, especially from our founder D. Gary Young and our CEO Mary Young. And listening to Nikki Davis share about the Young Living Foundation always spurs on involvement into Young Living's vision!

 

11. Gary’s True Grit™ Einkorn Granola

Another delicious on-the-go snack! Packed with complex and simple carbs to keep you going all day (and no artificial sweeteners or preservatives to drag you down). 

Vegan. Vegetarian. Very yummy. Treat your family with a treat that you can feel good about! No overly processed ingredients here, just naturally sourced grains, nuts, berries, and seeds. 

12. Gary’s True Grit™ Einkorn Rotini

Einkorn pasta is easier to digest and just as delicious to eat. 

Known as one of the oldest varieties of wheat, einkorn’s natural genetic code and low gluten levels make it more compatible with the human body than modern, hybridized wheat. This makes einkorn grain easier to digest, so that nutrients are better absorbed. 

How the Convention Truly Motivates from Sunday Taylor:

YL is family. When you go to convention you get to meet and exchange ideas with amazing leaders in the organization. You will get to solidify your existing relationships within your upline. Words cannot describe the electricity in the air that you feel as you are all in a room learning from each other. It's a motivating factor to stretch and GROW YOUR PASSION for yourself, your business and your family. I am always humbled and grateful for the opportunities, experiences and knowledge that I gain at convention. I seem to come home to having a renewed fire burning in my soul.

13. Gary’s True Grit™ Wolfberry Crisp Bar

Chocolate-coated goodness? Pass the Gary’s True Grit™ Wolfberry Crisp Bars! 

Decadent chocolate meets satisfying nutrition in yet another grab-and-go snack from Young Living. These new Wolfberry Crisp Bars combine naturally sourced  quinoa, flax seeds, almonds, wolfberries, einkorn flour, and dark chocolate. Plus, it's a good source of protein with whey and pea protein crisp.

14. NingXia Zyng™

Quench your thirst for natural hydration with Ningxia Zyng. 

A refreshing update to Ningxia Zyng, this essential oil-infused drink has the same great taste, with a new label and price reduction!

Why the Convention is Magical According to Michelle McKool:

Being in a room with 20,000 people who love what you love, who yearn to be the best version of themselves, and who desire to surround themselves with other people who want the same, is...magical. The experience of learning, inspiration and encouragement is unique and beautiful. You don’t need to be a builder to benefit from convention, you just need to love Young Living Essential Oils and want a more abundant life.

15. Animal Scents® Dental Pet Chews

Your furry friends deserve oily goodness, too! 

These Animal Scents Dental Pet Chews support your dog's digestive and dental health. And just like Young Living's human snacks, these treats include only natural ingredients. 

16. The Essential Oil Bottle Organizer

Keep your oils organized and at-hand with this one-of-a-kind display system. 

We love this display system because you can customize it to your needs! Store 22 of your favorite oils in this convenient organizer. Try it in a drawer, cabinet or on display! 

Thoughts on Farm Day from Jeanene Shelton:

Farm day was absolutely euphoric. It was such an awesome experience to see just how much integrity is put into everything done with YL. It was awesome to meet new people that I've now created friendships with and helped me to ignite my passion with my team. I know that sounds weird for it being something from farm day but it was an amazing experience. I was honored to share that with our team.

16. Core Vitality Case

We award this one MVP for most versatile product! It's a pill organizer, Vitality™ essential oil holder, and accessory case all in one! 

The Core Vitality Case will help you organize your supplements and Vitality essential oils in style. It also makes creating your own dietary supplements a breeze with a pill stand. 

Let's Recap

Some of our Tree of Life leaders living life together at the convention!

The 2016 Young Living Grand Convention was the best and biggest yet. If you'd like to attend next year or try one of the new products let us know! We can help you get started. 

Ok, Poll Time: Which product are you going to try first? 

Young Living July Promo: Lavender is in the Air

Young Living is celebrating its Lavender Harvest, and you can too with this fabulous, fragrant, floral (we could go on...) July Promo. We love Lavender for skin support and calming aroma, so its hard not to love this Lavender-infused promo. Plus, you can earn even more skin-boosting power with your qualifying purchase: Progessence Plus essential oil blend and Lavender Bath & Shower Gel. 

New this Month: Making an Essential Rewards purchase? Good. You'll earn two 5ml Lavender bottles to keep or share. If you are new to Tree of Life and Young Living, find out more about our autoship program here. 

Celebrate the Lavender Harvest with lots and lots of Young Living's iconic Lavender essential oil. Earn Progessence Plus to complement Lavender's skin-boosting properties. 

300 PV Retail Value: $135.52

When you see Progessence Plus, think pampering. An essential oil blend designed just for women, this serum can reinvigorate skin. Just add a few drops to your favorite moisturizer. 

• 15-ml Progessence Plus™
• Lavender Bath & Shower Gel
• 15-ml Lavender
• Bonus Essential Rewards exclusive: Two 5-ml Lavender 
• $20 voucher to give new enrollee toward his or her first Premium Starter Kit! 

250 PV Retail Value: $86.18

Take chemical-free cleaning from head to toe with the Lavender Bath & Shower Gel. It's infused with Lavender, so (no surprise) it cleanses, soothes, and relaxes your skin. 

• Lavender Bath & Shower Gel
• 15-ml Lavender
• Bonus Essential Rewards exclusive: Two 5-ml Lavender
• $20 voucher to give new enrollee toward his or her first Premium Starter Kit! 

190 PV Retail Value: $61.84

Lavender aka a must-have for every home. Join Essential Rewards to share the Lavender Love. 

• 15-ml Lavender
• Bonus Essential Rewards exclusive: Two 5-ml Lavender

Essential Rewards

Again, full take advantage of this promo by joining Essential Rewards, Young Living's super generous auto-ship program. Have questions? Contact us today!