Get Stocked Up for Spring!
The Oily Home Companion
Fresh air. New growth. New life! Spring is coming!
We clean house, we shed the layered look for shorter sleeves and bare ankles, we soak up the sunshine and breathe deeply the scent of flowers and grass that drifts in the warmer breezes of Spring. Are you so ready for it?! We bet you’re nodding eagerly at the thought of open windows and enjoying the outdoors again!
Before Spring gets here, it’s super important to get stocked up on ALL the items you need. Some of these items are SUPER popular and sell out during the spring and summer season. Here’s a great list of Spring-Must-Haves to order this month so have what you need, no matter what your spring looks like this year!
Must-Haves for Spring Break 2020
Hitting the beach? Road trippin’ to see all that you can see? Or just planning a staycation? No matter what your plans for Spring Break include, there are some Young Living essentials that you’re gonna want to pack!
Ningxia Red and Ningxia Nitro
This dynamic duo should always make it into your travel plans! Traveling can be tough on the immune system, even if you’re feeling stress-free on the beach. Give your system an added boost by taking a NingXia Red Single shot each morning. If you aren’t keen on traveling with the big glass bottle of NR, opt for the pouches instead! They are soooo easy for traveling. These are antioxidant-rich and made up juices and extracts of aronia, plum, blueberry, pomegranate, and exotic wolfberries. It never hurts to put up an extra guard against the bacteria you will find in airports, gas stations, public restrooms, and other shared spaces. While you are go-go-go on your exciting travels, keep your energy levels up with a little Ningxia Nitro! Don’t let yourself get too pooped to party!
Young Living Insect Repellent & Wipes
Bugs...quite likely the ONLY drawback to warmer weather. They come out and are hungry! If you are ready to enjoy time outdoors and you want to avoid itchy insect bites, you want this in your oily arsenal! Young Living Insect Repellent is made with a variety of essential oils instead of deet, which is found in most store-bought repellents. Studies have linked deet to negative health effects such as rashes, headaches, dizziness, and brain fog. Not the price you want to pay to avoid insects. With Young Living’s blend of oils in this repellent, you don’t have to worry about fake citronella fragrance that singes your nose hairs with a pungent smell. This natural oil fragrance is light and airy. Pure Citronella, Lemongrass, Spearmint, Clove, Rosemary, Geranium and Thyme keep away nasty insects, but also smell amazing!
Lavaderm After-Sun Spray
Forget to reapply that mineral sunscreen or insect repellent? It happens to the best of us. Fortunately this product provides immediate, temporary relief, and soothes your skin from painful, itchy sunburns or insect bites. Keeping Lavaderm on hand ensures that your family can continue enjoying your vacation despite the little mishaps that may happen along the way.
YL Vitality Drops — Stock up!
You’ve heard it before, haven’t you? Upping your water intake and staying hydrated is so crucial for our health! Thank goodness, Young Living just released the NEW YL Vitality Drops! If you love flavored water but don’t want to ingest artificial colors/flavors/sweeteners, these are for you! There are two flavors to pick from--Grapefruit Bergamot and Lavender Lemonade. Drooling yet? These pocket size drops are ready to travel when you are!
Kidscents SniffleEase & Owie
Whether you have kids or not, these two oil blends are great to keep on hand. Get a bump or scratch that needs a little TLC? Roll on some Owie! Diffuse or swipe on SniffleEase or RC before heading outside or opening up the windows.
Young Living’s Mineral Sunscreen — Stock up early!
YL’s Mineral Sunscreen is reef safe and helps fight against the negative effects of sun exposure, including wrinkles, sunburn, and sun spots. If you’re not one to burn easily in the sun, that doesn’t mean you aren’t at risk for skin damage. You can get protection from both UVA and UVB rays, and avoid harsh chemicals with this sunscreen. The formula is made from naturally derived plant oils, non-nano Zinc, and mineral based ingredients. This should be at the top of your list for any trips during spring and summer months! We stock up early and make sure we have it on hand for those intensely sunny Spring days that are chilly but BRIGHT on our necks and faces!
Thieves Hand Sanitizer and Spray
When we enter a hotel room or rental we spray all the things commonly touched plus the toilet, shower, and sink. You can never be sure how clean they are or what the health status was of those who came before you or even those cleaning between stays.
Young Living Deodorants
Warmer temps=more sweat! It’s just how it goes. Don’t let yourself get stinky! Make sure to pack your favorite YL deodorant and you’ll be fresh for your whole trip. Choose from CinnaFresh or CitraGuard.
Essentialzymes - 4
It’s a daily year round supplement for most of us, but being armed with these or any YL Enzymes before vacation feasting is important and will surprise you at how well they work! Support your digestive system with a daily dose of Essentialzymes-4, a mix of plant and animal enzymes which help improve nutrient digestion/absorption and the breakdown of fats, proteins, and carbs. The blend of essential oils are designed to soothe the stomach--relief that anyone with travel gut would welcome!
Lavender Essential Oil
You’ve probably heard this referred to as the “swiss army knife” of oils or people’s “just in case oil.” It so is! We take it in our pocket everywhere we go when on vacation and for those times where you missed a spot and stay out too long in the middle of the day, soothe away!
Super C & Thieves lozenges
A travel-friendly way to support your body on the go. When we vacation, we are naturally exposed to a TON of different germs than our bodies are used to at home, so it’s important to not only WASH HANDS but also stay consistent with your supplements. Super C contains essential oils (Orange, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon, and Lemongrass) which not only give it the best scent and flavor, but also offer super high levels on bioflavonoids which help the body absorb and use vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that is critical for skin health, production of white blood cells which protect against infection, and fight inflammation. It’s kind of a big deal!! Thieves Lozenges use the power of YL’s Thieves essential oil blend to support the immune system and freshen your breath! Stash some of these in your pockets or purse for take off if you are flying or save them as your after-dinner “mint” while out on the town!
Young Living Lip Balm
While you’re protecting your skin from the sun, don’t forget to also protect your lips! The skin on our lips is without sebaceous glands, which produce oil and naturally moisturize skin. They also don’t have melanin, which provides natural protection from the sun. Young Living Lip Balm is packed with vitamin E to provide moisture and protection for your lips! There are a few different balms you can choose from, including lavender, cinnamint, and grapefruit.
Peppermint Vitality & DiGize Essential Oils
Peppermint Vitality offers a cooling sensation for sore tummies and may provide relief for those who suffer with motion sickness. It is a great companion oil for DiGize. DiGize can be applied topically or ingested if using DiGize Vitality. The eight oils in this blend are known for supporting different aspects of normal digestion. Make sure you have these as options to keep your belly happy & healthy!
AlkaLime
This supplement can be taken daily or as needed. It is an acid-neutralizing mineral formulation that helps balance your pH and boost blood alkalinity. Especially needed for those who eat or indulge in animal protein or sugary, processed or acidic foods.
Diffuse the Situation
First things first...you don’t want to travel anywhere without your diffuser! Think of all the possible reasons to have it on hand! Is last night’s seafood stinking up your hotel room? Break out that diffuser and some Citrus Fresh! Are you having a hard time settling in and sleeping in this “not your room, not your bed” place? Load up the Cedarwood and Lavender and catch some zzzz’s while enjoying the familiar scents you use at home. Are you feeling extra cautious about the air? Diffuse Thieves to help keep your air clean and fresh! If you need a little noise or a night light, opt for YL’s Feather the owl diffuser--cute and complete with sound machine function and night light!
Complement the change in season with some diffuser blends that are sure to put some pep in your step this Spring! Here are some of our recent favorites:
Springtime inspires us to seize the day—whether it’s working on our personal wellness or on our sense of adventure! Maybe we work on both this year?! And remember, as far as travel goes, no matter if you stay home or go out on the road, you’re going to want to make sure you have your favorite products alongside. Keep in mind that certain high demand items go in and out of stock throughout the season (i.e. Mineral Sunscreens, Lavaderm, Insect Repellent, etc). Don’t get caught without something you need! Take inventory of your YL products and make sure to update your monthly ER order to make sure you’re prepared for all that the Spring holds!