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Staying Calm During Graduation Madness

The Oily Home Companion

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Graduation party season is here and it’s your turn to be the hostess with the mostest. Your child has victoriously conquered one of the biggest accomplishments of their lives and that deserves a proper commemoration.  Though parties are all fun and games, there can be a lot of pressure and stress associated with trying to be the perfect hostess. Between entertaining out of town relatives, making sure that all your ducks are in a row for the party, and simply taking in the fact that your child is starting a new chapter of their life, you might just lose a bit of your sanity. Although a little bit of stress is inevitable from time to time, we want to give you some helpful tips to help make this the most wonderful experience possible for you and your family. 


REMEMBER THIS 

  • It’s more about your child’s accomplishments and less about throwing the perfect party to impress your guests.
  • Asking for help does not mean you're incapable of throwing this party yourself, it just means it’s a big task and an opportunity to work together with your family and friends.  You’d be surprised how many people are willing to step up and give you a hand with anything you need.
  • Your guests are content to just be there celebrating your child, not to judge the amount of effort you did or didn’t put into the party.
  • Although this whole graduation season is quite overwhelming, take deep breaths and know that everything is going to be okay. 

IDEAS FOR ALL YOUR GUESTS

There will be an array of people at your party that could range from ages 1 month to 99, and, as the hostess, you want to do what you can to keep everyone entertained and content during the party. Though that seems like a big task to take on, we have some small and simple ideas to keep everybody happy.

  • Taping down a giant piece of paper to a small table with a set of watercolors or crayons for your younger guests will be a sure hit. Kids are easily entertained by this and get to use their imagination.
  • Turn up the party vibes with a Bluetooth speaker and a fun playlist so that your guests feel motivated to move and groove.  No matter what age you are, dancing is always so much fun.
  • Cornhole, Can Jam, Viking Chess, football, soccer, or any other yard games will never be a disappointment for your guests.  
  • Depending on the amount of kids you have attending, put out a basket with a variety of toys for the kids to play.
  • Having some board games or decks of cards inside will be a great option for those who would rather avoid the outdoors. 
  • If anyone is up for assuming the role of number caller, we're sure that your older guests will have a wonderful time playing some good ol' fashioned bingo.

ESSENTIAL OILS

Essential oils are your faithful friends during stressful situations, so do yourself a favor and take advantage of the resources you have.  We want to provide you with some wonderful blends that you can try in your diffuser while you’re prepping for the party, plus a DIY roller blend to have on hand when you need a little boost during the party.

DIFFUSER BLENDS

BLEND #1
2 drops lavender
2 drops ylang ylang
2 drops bergamot

BLEND #2
2 drops grapefruit
2 drops geranium
2 drops lavender
2 drops orange

BLEND #3
2 drops stress away
2 drops lavender
2 drops bergamot

BLEND #4
2 drops of peppermint
2 drops of lemon
2 drops of rosemary

DIY ROLLER BLEND
1 Roller Bottle
Carrier Oil: Fractioned coconut oil, grapeseed oil, rosehip oil or vitamin E oil
5 drops of Stress Away
5 drops of Lavender
5 drops of Bergamot

For the roller, first remove the roller top off of the bottle. Then slowly drop the essential oils into the bottle and fill the rest of the bottle with a carrier oil of your choice.  Put the roller top back on the bottle and shake well to mix.  Now it’s ready to use on your wrists. This is a great way to calm your mind before the party.


Interested in learning more about Young Living Essential Oils? Send us an email! We'd love to help you start your journey. 

Homemade DIY Aroma Play Dough Recipe For Kids Made With Essential Oils

The Oily Home Companion

 
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INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup salt
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cups cold water
  • Several drops of any essential oil
  • Food coloring, optional


DIRECTIONS

  • Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, oil, and water in a medium saucepan
     
  • Stir over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until play dough has reached the right consistency.
     
  • Let cool, split into 3 balls, and knead in essential oils and optional food coloring until it is
    distributed evenly throughout each ball of playdough
     
  • Store in airtight container.
 

Amazing New Personal Care & Baby Line from Young Living

The Oily Home Companion

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Young Living just announced an amazing new line up of personal care products along with a brand new baby line! All the items will be available starting June 19th, and will be in stock while supplies last. Stock up on some of these summer essentials!

 

INSECT REPELLENT

Benefits & Features

  • Clinically proven to repel mosquitoes and prevent bug bites
  • Repels insects naturally with 99 percent active ingredients, plus 1 percent vitamin E
  • Formulated with essential oils traditionally recommended for their bug-repellent properties
  • Made with 100 percent naturally derived, plant based ingredients
  • Formulated without DEET, parabens, fillers, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants
  • Rubs easily into skin without a greasy or sticky finish
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Pure, gentle formula free from harsh chemicals
  • Appropriate for use on children
  • Vegan friendly 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

LAVADERM AFTER-SUN SPRAY

Benefits & Features

  • Temporarily relieves pain and itching associated with minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites, and minor skin irritations
  • Soothes and cools skin
  • Provides immediate relief
  • Moisturizes to help prevent peeling
  • Promotes healthy-looking skin Leaves skin feeling soft and smooth
  • Made with 100 percent plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

MINERAL SUNSCREEN LOTION

Benefits & Features

  • mineral based
  • no nanoparticles
  • water resistant for 80 minutes
  • sweat resistant for 80 minutes
  • dermatologist approved
  • contains essential oils
  • SPF 10
  • broad spectrum

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
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SHUTRAN 3-in-1 MEN'S WASH

Benefits & Features

  • Formulated specifically for men 
  • Cleanses face, hair, and body in one easy step
  • Won’t leave hair or skin feeling stripped or dry
  • 100 percent plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream

Benefits & Features

  • Helps relieve, treat, and prevent diaper rash
  • Reduces the duration and severity of diaper rash when applied at the first sign of redness
  • Soothes on contact and provides immediate relief
  • Reduces redness
  • Seals out wetness and helps balance skin moisture
  • Protects the skin and acts as a physical barrier to wetness
  • Rubs in smoothly and gently
  • Extra gentle, mild formula developed specially for infants’ delicate skin
  • Made with 100 percent naturally derived ingredients, including 100 percent pure essential oils
  • Made with non-nano zinc oxide approved for the treatment and prevention of diaper rash
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegetarian friendly
  • Formulated without lanolin, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

SEEDLINGS BABY LOTION

Benefits & Features

  • Uses a mild, gentle formula developed specially for an infant’s delicate skin
  • Prevents dryness by soothing and moisturizing skin
  • Features a non-greasy formula that absorbs smoothly into skin
  • Leaves skin moisturized, soft, and smooth
  • Made with plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
  • Lightly scented with 100 percent pure essential oils
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

SEEDLINGS BABY OIL

Benefits & Features

  • Mild, gentle formula developed specially for infants’ delicate skin
  • Provides a calming aroma
  • Non-greasy formula absorbs smoothly into skin
  • Moisturizes, soothes, and nourishes skin
  • Made with 100 percent plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
  • Contains 100 percent pure essential oils diluted in appropriate strength for baby’s delicate skin
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without alcohol, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

SEEDLINGS BABY WASH & SHAMPOO

Benefits & Features

  • Extra gentle, mild formula developed specially for infants’ delicate skin
  • Tear-free
  • Leaves skin and hair clean, soft, and smooth
  • Smooths hair and makes tangles easy to comb out
  • Rinses clean without over-drying skin
  • Made with 100 percent plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
  • Lightly scented with 100 percent pure essential oils
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

SEEDLINGS BABY WIPES

Benefits & Features

  • Ultra-soft and comfortable on infants’ delicate skin
  • Mild, gentle formula with cleansing botanicals and 100 percent pure essential oils
  • Soothing and non-drying
  • Provides gentle and thorough cleansing
  • Leaves skin moisturized, soft, and smooth
  • Soft and thick wipe material to handle any mess
  • Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
  • Vegan friendly
  • Formulated without chlorine, alcohol, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

ALKALIME SINGLE-SERVE STICK PACKS

Young Living’s AlkaLime® now comes in convenient single-serve stick packs, so you can enjoy it on the go. Formulated with Lemon and Lime essential oils, organic lemon powder, and biochemical mineral cell salts, this effervescent supplement formula starts working right away to soothe the occasional upset stomach. The citrus notes are sure to brighten your mood, and the mineral cell salts help support optimal pH balance in the stomach. Store a few packs in your purse or backpack and enjoy them on those hurried or stressful days when acidity soars. 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

AMINOWISE

Benefits & Features

  • Helps support muscles during and after exercise to help fight fatigue and enhance recovery. 
  • Lessens fatigue and enhances muscle recovery during and after exercise. 
  • Reduces lactic acid induced by exercise through complex blend of antioxidants and minerals. 
  • Helps support the production of nitric oxide which can improve vascular blood flow. 
  • Contains branched chain amino acids which have been shown to aid in preventing muscle catabolism from exercise. 
  • Supports hydration by replenishing important minerals lost during exercise. 
  • Provides a good source of Vitamin E and zinc
  • Formulated with wolfberry powder
  • Flavored with Lemon and Lime essential oils
  • Contains no preservatives, synthetic colors, or artificial flavors
  • Contains no added sugar or artificial sweeteners 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

SUPER CAL PLUS

Benefits & Features

  • Uses a synergistic blend of bioavailable calcium, magnesium, and other trace minerals derived from red algae harvested off the coast of Iceland
  • Features a dual-action blend that helps maintain and support the structure, integrity, and density of bones*
  • Promotes healthy bones by supporting the body’s ability to resorb bone tissue (osteoclasts) and deposit new bone tissue (osteoblasts)*
  • Provides an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, vitamin K, and vitamin D
  • Helps support and contribute to the maintenance of healthy bones using calcium, magnesium, and a unique matrix of trace minerals* 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
 

DESERT MIST DIFFUSER & FULFILL YOUR DESTINY ESSENTIAL OIL

Desert Mist Diffuser | Young Living’s Desert Mist Ultrasonic Diffuser is a brand-new, custom-designed diffuser made to look like a beautiful and elegant vase. The design features a romantic Moroccan trellis pattern, which brings a sense of the exotic into your home or office. It functions as a humidifier, atomizer, and aroma diffuser in one simple-to-use product. The Desert Mist also offers multiple settings—High, Low, and Intermittent mode— to permeate your home or office for up to 10 hours of blissful aromatherapy. 

Fulfill Your Destiny EO | Fulfill Your Destiny is a complex and invigorating blend of nine essential oils: Tangerine, Frankincense, Nutmeg, Cassia, Cardamom, Clary Sage, Black Pepper, Idaho Blue Spruce, and Neroli. Sweet, spicy, and fresh, this unique blend can be used aromatically and topically to create an empowering atmosphere and encourage feelings of clarity and motivation. Fulfill Your Destiny will help you find the focus and drive you need to achieve your goals and unlock your highest potential. 

Available June 19th, 2017 (or while supplies last!)

 
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Some of Favorite Essential Oils for Kids

The Oily Home Companion

ESSENTIAL OILS FEATURED

 

SLEEPYIZE ESSENTIAL OIL

Young Living Kids Care - Diffuse SleepyIze™ at bedtime for a peaceful aromatic environment.

$22.04 RETAIL | $16.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

GENEYUS ESSENTIAL OIL

GeneYus™ is an excellent blend to diffuse for young minds that are focusing and concentrating on projects.

$57.57 RETAIL | $43.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

TUMMYGIZE ESSENTIAL OIL

TummyGize™ is a relaxing, quieting blend that can be applied to little tummies.

$16.78 RETAIL | $12.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has a scent that’s a wonderful blend of fresh, floral, clean, and calm. It’s this dynamic aroma that has made the flower a classic for perfumes, soaps, fresheners, and beauty products. As one of our most popular products, Lavender oil is a great beginner oil and a must for every home.

$30.92 RETAIL | $23.50 WHOLESALE

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

FRANKINCENSE ESSENTIAL OIL

Frankincense essential oil has an earthy, uplifting aroma that’s perfect for grounding and spiritual connectedness. Create a safe and comforting environment when you diffuse or inhale this empowering oil—a perfect opportunity to collect your thoughts. When you seek purpose or engage in prayer or meditation, use this oil to enhance your experience.

$96.71 RETAIL | $73.50 WHOLESALE

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

STRESS AWAY ESSENTIAL OIL

Stress Away™ is the first product to contain the unique combination of Lime and Vanilla pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils. With an aroma that is the perfect blend of tropical and citrus, Stress Away is uniquely relaxing and comforting.

$39.14 RETAIL | $29.75 WHOLESALE

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

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10 Essential Oils To Try Out At Your Office

The Oily Home Companion

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ESSENTIAL OILS FEATURED

 

 

PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL

Fresh, nostalgic, and instantly recognizable, Peppermint essential oil’s scent invigorates the mind and senses, while inspiring a sense of peace. Used topically, Peppermint oil creates a cool, tingling sensation on the skin, making it a favorite for sports massage and an important part of Young Living’s Raindrop Technique®.

$28.29 RETAIL | $21.50 WHOLESALE

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL

Containing the naturally occurring constituent limonene, Lemon is a key component in many popular essential oil-infused products. Lemon is used worldwide in cleaners and soaps for its refreshing scent.

$14.80 RETAIL | $11.25 WHOLESALE

 
 

ORANGE ESSENTIAL OIL

Orange essential oil, cold-pressed from the rinds of oranges, has a juicy aroma reminiscent of the fresh fruit. An important ingredient in popular blends such as Citrus Fresh™, Abundance™, Christmas Spirit™, and Peace & Calming®, Orange oil offers a sweet, peaceful aroma that can fill a room with a sense of peace, harmony, and creativity.

$14.14 RETAIL | $10.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

JOY ESSENTIAL OIL

The aroma of Joy™ invites a sense of romance, bliss, and warmth when diffused. When worn as a fragrance, it invites togetherness.

$54.93 RETAIL | $41.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

STRESS AWAY ESSENTIAL OIL

Stress Away™ is the first product to contain the unique combination of Lime and Vanilla pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils. With an aroma that is the perfect blend of tropical and citrus, Stress Away is uniquely relaxing and comforting.

$39.14 RETAIL | $29.75 WHOLESALE

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

FRANKINCENSE ESSENTIAL OIL

Frankincense essential oil has an earthy, uplifting aroma that’s perfect for grounding and spiritual connectedness. Create a safe and comforting environment when you diffuse or inhale this empowering oil—a perfect opportunity to collect your thoughts. When you seek purpose or engage in prayer or meditation, use this oil to enhance your experience.

$96.71 RETAIL | $73.50 WHOLESALE
 

 

In Premium Starter Kit

 

OOLA®** GROW™

Oola®** Grow™ essential oil blend gives you courage to focus on the task at hand and helps you move toward positive advancement and progression.

$52.30 RETAIL | $39.75 WHOLESALE

 
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FIELD INSPIRED BY OOLA

The INFUSED Field™ Inspired by Oola essential oil blend has been specially formulated to encourage feelings of self-worth and strength that may help you reach your true, unlimited potential.

$32.89 RETAIL | $25.00 WHOLESALE

 
 

MOTIVATION ESSENTIAL OIL

The powerful scent of Motivation™ may promote feelings of action and accomplishment when diffused.

$67.11 RETAIL | $51.00 WHOLESALE

 
 

BELIEVE ESSENTIAL OIL

Believe™ contains Idaho Blue Spruce, Idaho Balsam Fir, Frankincense, and other essential oils that may encourage feelings of strength and faith when used aromatically.

$49.34 RETAIL | $37.50 WHOLESALE

 
 

Not a member of Young Living? Join The Oily Home Companion Team. Visit this page to get started. Have questions? Send us an email! We'd love to hear from you!

Using Thieves In Your Kitchen

The Oily Home Companion

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PRODUCTS FEATURED

 

 

THIEVES HOUSEHOLD CLEANER

This all-purpose cleaner can be used on any surface in your home for dusting, spot cleaning, scrubbing, or any other cleaning need. Wherever you use it, you’ll feel good knowing it’s safe to use around everyone in your family, including pets. 

$28.95 RETAIL | $22.00 WHOLESALE

 
 

THIEVES FRUIT & VEGGIE SOAK

Young Living’s Fruit & Veggie Spray safely and effectively washes produce with the cleansing power of three exclusive essential oil blends—DiGize, Thieves, and Purification. When combined with the other naturally derived ingredients, produce is easily and conveniently cleaned.

$25.33 RETAIL | $19.25 WHOLESALE

 
 

THIEVES ESSENTIAL OIL

Thieves® essential oil is a powerful combination of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils for an aromatic blend that fills any space with a rich, spicy aroma. Looking to make your home smell as clean as it looks? Diffuse Thieves oil throughout the house for an aroma that makes every room smell more like fall baking than harsh cleaning formulas.

$44.41 RETAIL | $33.75 WHOLESALE

 
 

5-Day Thieves Challenge

Want to incorporate toxin-free cleaning into your household routine? Take our 5-Day Thieves Challenge for fun & simple tips. 

Why We Love Thieves Laundry Soap

Sarah Hale

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Laundry is one of those chores with a big pay-off. The smell of freshly cleaned sheets, warm socks right out of the dryer, and beautiful bright whites make the work worth it. Of course, having a detergent that cleans well and smells nice certainly helps. At The Oily Home Companion, we know that it’s also important for our laundry soap to help our clothes do their most important job—protecting us.

Most of us work hard to keep our skin healthy and protected from the elements, but what if the things guaranteed to contact our skin everyday, our clothes and linens, are carrying toxins? If you use a standard detergent, it may be filled with harsh chemicals that end up transferring to your skin and absorbing into your body every day. To protect your own body, and the water and air impacted by the cleaning process, you can easily make the switch to a plant-based detergent with all of the same cleaning power.

Thieves Laundry Soap adds a light citrus scent to your clothes while washing them with the power of Thieves, Jade LemonTM, and Bergamot and is free of SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate), dyes, petrochemicals, formaldehyde, phosphates, synthetic perfume, and optical brighteners! Works great with conventional and HE washers.

TIP: We love adding wool dryer balls into the dryer with a few drops of the Lemongrass and Purification Essential Oils instead of dryer sheets, adding a safe and delicious freshness to your newly cleaned laundry, all while managing static and pet hair.