You walk into an upscale department store, your eyes pass over the luxury and shine of it all, and you’re immediately enveloped by the smells of cinnamon and sandalwood. Know the feeling? Those exotic, expensive, fill-your-heart-with-joy scented candles are hard to resists, but you know better!

Candles can be full of harmful chemicals and artificial ingredients that have no place in the home. The next time you’re tempted to purchase sweetly scented harsh chemicals, remember that you have pure and potent, not to mention incredible smelling, aromatic oils waiting for you at home! So plug in your diffuser and fill the room with these essential oil diffuser blends for an aroma that’s better than any retail candle.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/replace-your-candles-with-these-6-diffuser-blends/

This precious white and yellow wildflower blooms in pastures, along roadsides, and in other sunny areas. Its name comes from the Greek Khamai, meaning “on the ground,” and melon, meaning “apple.” The chamomile plant has been used throughout history for various purposes and has been stealing-and calming-our hearts for ages!

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Create a DIY scrub. Combine 1 cup baking soda, ¼ cup liquid soap, and 10 drops Thieves; mix to form a paste. Use this scrub to clean bathtubs, sinks, toilets, showers, and anything that needs a good scour.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/oils-to-simplify-your-life/

Are you bold, smart, hardworking, or ambitious? Do people tell you that you’re brave, gifted, loyal, or zealous? The traits you identify with most will determine your Young Living house! Your house is something like your family—so take the quiz, get the magic password, and find out where you belong.

Feeling the quiz buzz? Find out which creature is your animal alter ego and test your essential oil knowledge!

Which Young Living house were you sorted into?

Spill your secrets (but not your house password!) in the comments below.

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Instructions:

1. Melt the shea butter and beeswax pellets in a double boiler. Stir the mixture frequently.

2. Combine the jojoba oil and cornstarch in a separate bowl. Mix well so there are no clumps and the mixture is smooth.

3, Add the shea butter and beeswax to the jojoba mixture. Mix thoroughly with a hand mixer until the texture is thick, about 5 minutes.

4. Add essential oils and mix to incorporate.

5. Pour the mixture into a small, lidded container (e.g., wide-mouth glass jar, clean mint tin).

6. Store in a cool, dark place.

To use: Put a small amount of hair pomade on fingertips and rub together. Once fingertips are evenly coated with pomade, run them through hair and style as desired. Start with a small amount of pomade and add more as needed.

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Mmmmm, citrus essential oils—we know you’re swooning for them! Pop open a bottle and take in the sweet, nose-crinkling, mouthwatering, tangy scent.

It’s no secret that Lemon, Lime, and Orange get the limelight in the citrus category. But here’s a secret you need to be in on—there’s a cutie in the citrus bunch that’s worth exploring every . . . single . . . day. Meet Tangerine essential oil!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/benefits-of-tangerine-essential-oil/

#IEOD 2019 giveaway!

To commemorate our second annual International Essential Oils Day, we are giving one lucky winner four of our favorite oils—Lavender, Thieves®, Lemon, and Rose. Comment on this post and fill out the form below for your opportunity to win!

Giveaway rules:

• Comment on this post and fill out the form.
• Contest ends at 9:00 a.m., MT, on July 12, 2019.
• One winner will be chosen at random and announced on this blog post.
• Click here for the official rules.

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Copaiba essential oil

Pretend you’re on vacation every night with Copaiba! This warm essential oil is just the balmy aroma you need. Its inviting scent not only infuses your home with a comforting aroma, but if it’s aches and pains keeping you from drifting off, you can combine it with Cool Azul® for some pre-sleep relief.

How to use Copaiba for sleep

Even if you’re at home, you can act like you’re at a hotel! Wrap yourself in a fluffy robe, turn on your favorite show, and get your feet soaking. Add warm water with ¼ cup Epsom salt, 2 drops Copaiba, and 2 drops Bergamot to a basin and lean into that staycation relaxation.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/oils-for-sleep-youll-wish-you-knew-abo-ut-sooner/

Living area diffuser blend

The living room is a place for chatting, relaxing, and enjoying the company of friends and family. But on busy days, it can feel more like a madhouse. Fortunately, there is a way to restore order to the chaos. Create a cozy atmosphere in your living space with this blend of bright Orange, spicy Thieves®, and woodsy Copaiba freshened up with a hint of Peppermint.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/where-should-i-put-my-diffuser/

Cedarwood essential oil holds a special place in our hearts—and among our favorite beauty and personal care products! Cedar oil is a wonderful complement to your hair and skin care regimen, and the Cedarwood scent is evocative of the strong, tall trees it comes from.

In this infographic, we’re sharing some of our favorite factoids about this botanical and some of our tried-and-true Cedarwood oil uses. This graphic is handy to keep as a reference or share with a friend looking to explore Cedarwood essential oil benefits.

What do you love about Cedarwood?

Share with us in the comments.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/all-about-cedarwood/