Instructions

1. Add beeswax and cocoa butter to a double boiler over medium-low heat until melted. Be careful not to overheat or melt too quickly. Low and slow is best.

2. Once beeswax and cocoa butter are melted, turn off the heat and add sweet almond oil and coconut oil.

3. Add cocoa powder and mix well until fully incorporated with no clumps.

4. Pour the mixture into a mold of your choosing. Let cool for 5 minutes.

5. Add essential oils: 5 drops Peppermint, 5 drops Spearmint, 3 drops Cinnamon Bark, and 3 drops Copaiba to each massage bar. Mix in with a toothpick.

YL tip: Wait until the cocoa butter and beeswax mixture is slightly cooled before adding the essential oils. This keeps the temperature more consistent, which helps the oils blend well and do their job.

6. Let everything cool completely in the fridge before popping the massage bars out of the mold.

7. Store in a sealed container at room temperature; keep away from extreme heat to prevent the bars from melting.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/treat-sore-muscles-to-a-diy-cocoa-mint-massage-bar/

Great Wall of China

Take a gorgeous walk along the green hills of China! Spanning 3,889 miles, this stone, brick, and wood wall is iconic in world history. Contrary to popular belief, the Great Wall of China isn’t visible from space, but it is simple to feel like you’re there with only three essential oils! Blend Clarity™’s earthy tones, Hinoki’s woodsy notes, and a bit of good-luck Orange to be whisked away to the east.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/wonders-of-the-world-essential-oil-diffuser-blends/

From its pretty floral scent to its moisturizing benefits, Geranium essential oil is a staple in any EO arsenal. Get to know this floral essential oil! This infographic has all the fun facts and usage tips you need to do just that.

Interested in learning more about YL essential oils? Check out our Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood, and Eucalyptus infographics!

What’s your favorite way to use Geranium?

Let us know in the comments!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/learn-love-a-guide-to-geranium/

We believe in life, liberty, and the pursuit of all things beauty! That means getting silky hair, satin-like skin, and naturally-derived makeup to match your gorgeous look. Browse these 18 must-haves—you absolutely, totally, 100 percent deserve every one!

Warning: The side effects of Young Living beauty products may include more confidence, covetable hair, and dreamy skin.

Essential oil beauty basics

1. Geranium essential oil: Start your beauty regimen with this luxe oil! Geranium is more than its pretty pink label and elegant scent—it gives you luminous skin and softens the appearance of age lines.

2. Cedarwood essential oil: Make way for the queen of beauty oils! Cedarwood will moisturize your skin, give you the hair of gods and goddesses, and emphasize your youthful glow!

3. Manuka essential oil: Give blemishes the boot with Manuka! This gentler, more subtle cousin of Tea Tree provides all the same benefits: Soothed skin, healthy-looking nails, and a cleansed complexion.

4. Mastrante essential oil: Call on your trusty BFF Mastrante for the pick-me-up you need! Add 5 drops to 2 ounces of water and spritz your face for all-day radiant skin.

Skin secrets

5. Orange Blossom Facial Wash: Seeking a product that softens skin and cleans pores, while mattifying an overly shiny complexion? We promise this Orange Blossom Facial Wash delivers!

6. Orange Blossom Moisturizer: Pair your facial wash with the Orange Blossom Moisturizer for double the beauty benefits! You’ll love how clear and silky smooth your skin looks while leaving a luminous matte finish!

7. Charcoal Bar Soap: Try out trends that work! The Charcoal Bar Soap gives you a deep clean that strips impurities while leaving you feeling fresh and renewed.

8. Savvy Minerals® Poppy Seed Lip Scrub: Prep your pretty pout with Savvy Minerals Poppy Seed Lib Scrub! Your soft, cleansed, conditioned, and smooth lips will be ready for any night on the town and the lipstick to match!

9. Mirah Luminous Cleansing Oil: Take off your makeup with ease! Use the luxurious Mirah Luminous Cleansing Oil and your impurities-free skin will feel like velvet without an oily residue.

Makeup and hair help

10. Savvy Minerals® Blush–I Do Believe You’re Blushin’: Get back your first-crush glow! Lightly swipe this Savvy Minerals Blush on the apples of your cheeks and you’ll look like every moment of life is one for getting swept off your feet.

11. Savvy Minerals® Tangerine-infused Lipstick–It Girl: Looking for a pop of shine without drying out your lips? Savvy Minerals Tangerine-infused Lipstick! Choose the color It Girl for a look that lets your natural beauty shine.

12. Savvy Minerals® Cinnamint-infused Lipstick–Icon: Channel your favorite celebrity! Pop on Icon—a gorgeous rosy shade of the Savvy Minerals Cinnamint-infused Lipstick makeup line—and get ready to be complimented and admired all day and night!

13. Savvy Minerals® Kabuki Brush: Be kind to your skin! Use the Savvy Minerals Kabuki Brush for foundation, veils, and highlighters and feel like you’ve gone to heaven—that’s how magically soft the bristles are.

14. Savvy Minerals® Bronzer Brush: Convince everyone that you’ve just landed from a tropical getaway! Swipe your favorite bronzer in the hollows of your cheeks with the Savvy Minerals Bronzer Brush for a sun-kissed look!

15. Mirah Lustrous Hair Oil: Have the confidence for a commercial-worthy hair flip with Mirah Lustrous Hair Oil! Your sleek, high-gloss, shiny hair deserves the spotlight!

Pampering pro

16. LavaMint Softening Foot Scrub: Now that your skin and hair look amazing, give your feet some love! Exfoliate with the LavaMint Softening Food Scrub and you’ll want to walk around barefoot no matter the season.

17. Coconut Lime Body Butter: When it comes to satiny skin and warm, citrusy  aromas, nothing gets the job done like Coconut Lime Body Butter!  Say see ya to rough skin and hello to the softest skin around with each use.

18. Stress Away™ Relaxing Bath Bomb: If leaving a bath feeling pampered, ultra-moisturized, and ready to say yes to life is wrong, we don’t want to be right! Use Stress Away Relaxing Bath Bombs for a hassle-free, stress-free at-home spa experience.

Want to keep the beauty vibes going? Feel luxurious all day long and find hidden Young Living gems with these Lavender Life blog posts!

Did we list your favorite Young Living beauty product?

Tell us which one in the comments below!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/young-living-beauty-products-you-deserve/

1. Blue Cypress essential oil

The sweet, woodsy scent of Blue Cypress essential oil is a fresh morning wake-up. The aroma blends well with other essential oil scents, making it easy to create your own custom scent based on the rugged smell of Blue Cypress.

2. Blue Tansy essential oil

Native to Morocco, Blue Tansy has been used traditionally in luxurious, high-end skin care products. Blue Tansy has a complex floral scent that will give you an air of exotic adventure. It’s also great for soothing skin and reducing the look of blemishes.

3. Carrot Seed essential oil

With a scent that’s sweet and earthy, Carrot Seed oil is the perfect wingman for a night out—whether you’re looking for someone new or spending time with an old flame. Make date night extra-exceptional by using Carrot Seed to make skin look healthy and glowing.

4. Cedarwood essential oil

Cedarwood carries a warm, woodsy aroma that is both subtle and sophisticated. It also helps to moisturize freshly shaved skin and provides a soothing sensation that’s exactly what you need after a close shave.

5. Eucalyptus Blue essential oil

Eucalyptus Blue gives off a calming and invigorating scent, making it a refreshing way to start your morning. When applied to the skin, it feels cool and soothing, a sensation that will help you feel comfortable after your shave. Using Eucalyptus Blue as an aftershave is a great way to feel spa-fresh. Take note: Using this oil after a hot shower can lead to a strong tingling sensation on the skin.

6. Frankincense essential oil

Frankincense is timeless, the kind of scent that signals confidence to anyone you meet. It is also used in spiritual and meditative practices, making it an ideal companion in the morning while you’re trying to frame your day.

7. German Chamomile essential oil

Steer clear of morning stress. German Chamomile essential oil has a calming aroma that helps you feel peace when you combine it with deep breathing during your morning commute.

8. Lavender essential oil

After you shave, use a few drops of Lavender essential oil to make your skin look a little more youthful. Lavender’s warm, comforting scent is also an invitation for your favorite people to draw closer.

9. Patchouli essential oil

Make your morning shave the beginning of feeling grounded throughout the day. Patchouli’s warm, complex scent helps you feel centered and relaxed. Using it as an aftershave can help improve the appearance of your skin.

10. Tea Tree essential oil

If you’re prone to blemishes, Tea Tree might be the oil for you. Tea Tree helps reduce the appearance of blemishes, making them less obvious. Tea Tree oil is also great at moisturizing and cleansing the skin, so it’s one of the best options available for an aftershave.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/best-essential-oils-for-aftershave/

Running out of your favorite essential oil is legit the worst. What will you use to banish bad odors? What will inspire you to stay hydrated or boost your mood or fix your hair?

Whether your favorite oil is Rose or Rosemary, Lemon or Lemongrass, hitting rock bottom—or bottle—is no joke. Fortunately, you’re not alone; we’ve all experienced finishing the last drops of a beloved oil. Here’s how to work your way through running out of your favorite essential oil.

We promise you’ll pull through.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/5-stages-of-running-out-of-your-favorite-oil/

Where does Neroli oil come from?

Neroli oil comes from the bitter orange tree, Citrus aurantium amara. The oil is steam-distilled from the delicate orange blossoms, which need to be handled with great care to avoid crushing the petals.

Fun fact: Petitgrain essential oil comes from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree.

Is Neroli oil a citrus or a floral? 

Is it citrus? Is it floral? What does Neroli smell like, anyway? The complex aroma of Neroli essential oil may leave you puzzling over how to categorize it. Because the oil comes from the flowers of an orange tree, it has both citrus and floral notes. However, unlike Orange essential oil or other citrus oils, it is not photosensitive—so you can still get some sun and work on a tan after applying it.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/neroli-oil-uses-and-benefits/

If we could spend each day of the week swimming in the ocean, boating on a lake, or twirling in the rain, we would! There’s nothing that smells more amazing than the seaside or a summer storm, and each of these blends will remind you of your treasured aqua adventures. Grab your trusty diffuser, add some YL essential oils, and press “go” on crashing waves and swimming pool cannon balls!

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/essential-oil-diffuser-blends/

First constituents and now receptors—we’re getting a little Bill Nye, but we promise it’s worth it. Understanding how essential oils interact with your body is empowering!

Without receptors, you wouldn’t sense those super-cooling powers. Receptors are proteins that specifically bind with different types of molecules to facilitate chemical communication within our bodies. You have millions of receptors on your body, but we want to focus on your sensory and thermoreceptors, because they’re the ones involved in touch, taste, and smell.

When compounds in essential oils bind to receptors, they trigger specific effects in our bodies depending on the oil’s constituents and how you’ve applied it—topically, aromatically, or internally. Our infographic is a great way to learn more about receptors and where to apply essential oils on your body.

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/do-essential-oils-really-work/

Let’s clear the air—literally—with Purification. Take out offending odors with this blend that features Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Tea Tree, and other lovely oils. This synergized blend of herbaceous, sweet, clean, and refreshing scents can be used everywhere! 

Article source: https://www.youngliving.com/blog/top-10-must-have-essential-oils/