Mint Lime Fruit Salad

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups pineapple, diced

• 1 cup grapes, halved

• 2 cups strawberries, quartered

• 1 cup blueberries

• 2 kiwis, peeled & diced

• 1 banana, sliced

• 16 drops Lime Vitality essential oil

• 4 drops Orange Vitality essential oil

• 1-2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped

• ¼ cup water

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add all ingredients, except the banana, to a large bowl. Toss the fruit in the dressing so it’s all well-mixed. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.

2. Add banana right before you serve to prevent browning. Optional to top with coconut yogurt for a creamy addition!

Rosemary Balsamic Chicken Kabobs

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 lbs chicken, cut into 1 in cubes

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• ⅔ cup balsamic vinegar

• 4 drops Rosemary Vitality essential oil

• 2 drops Black Pepper Vitality essential oil

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 Tbsp coconut aminos

• Vegetables for the kabobs: mushrooms, zucchini, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add chicken and all ingredients except the vegetables to a bowl. Toss to mix the ingredients together and make sure the marinade covers the chicken. Cover and let sit in the refrigerator overnight, 12-24 hours.

2. Prep your vegetables by cutting them into ½ inch slices or halving them to fit onto the kabob sticks.

3. Assemble your kabobs by alternating between each type of vegetable and the chicken. Either cook on your grill, or in a large skillet on your stove top, about 5 minutes on each side, until the chicken is cooked through.

Vegan Chili

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 yellow Onion, diced

• 2 cloves Garlic, minced

• 1 can Black Beans

• 1 can Pinto Beans

• 1 can Great Northern Beans

• 1 can Pure Pumpkin Puree

• 2 cans diced Tomatoes

• 2 cups Vegetable Broth

• 1 tbsp Chili Powder

• 1 tsp Cumin, ground

• 1 tsp Paprika

• 4 drops Young Living’s Black Pepper Vitality Oil

• 1 drop Young Living’s Cinnamon Bark Vitality Oil

• 1 tsp sea salt

DIRECTIONS

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté 2-3 minutes, until translucent.

Add garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients, bring to boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover.

Cook 20-25 minutes, until flavors combine and chili thickens.

Serve with your favorite toppings!

Options: avocado, green onion, and Greek yogurt.

Serves: 4-6 people

Ginger Thyme Roasted Carrots

Ingredients

• ½ lb carrots, sliced

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 2 drops Thyme Vitality

• 1 toothpick swirl Ginger Vitality

• ½ clove garlic, minced

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F. Mix olive oil, vitality oils, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Toss carrots in the olive oil mixture and lay flat on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until carrots are cooked through.

A Day in an Oiler's Life

Mastering how to include all the benefits of Young Living’s Essential Oils into your life and routine can be intimidating at times! Trust us, we get it. There’s so many ways you can enjoy and use them all! But sometimes all you need is a little inspiration from people who really know how to take advantage of YL oils from sun up to sun down. So in an effort to motivate you with some real life routines, we’ve asked some of our OHC members to share different aspects of their days from start to finish, giving you a peek into their beautiful, oily lives! So let’s spend the day together!

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Krista Jung

• 1-2 oz of Ningxia Red every day around 10 am has helped me through this Winter with a supported Immune System and gives me energy to get through the day with a toddler! Cheers to that!

• I use Aminowise during every workout! As a personal trainer, I recommend it to every client and friend I have! I do pretty strenuous workouts and sipping this during them gives me the energy to push through! I finish it up within 15 minutes after which helps my recovery immensely.

• I make Thieves wipes by mixing 2 capfuls if household cleaner with warm water to have easy access! I’m constantly cleaning up messes!

• My son knows the routine for Nap time (12:00pm) and bed time (7:30pm) for his oils (Cedarwood, Lavender, and Thieves)! He loves helping set them up! This blend has worked magic for us!

• At 1:00pm While my son naps, I get my computer work done!  Diffusing Stress Away, Peppermint, and Citrus Fresh helps keep me calm yet focused and I love seeing it diffuse into the air!

• I like rubbing this blend of Digize and Peppermint on my tummy! Even better, I ABSOLUTELY love making a capsule with Digize Vitality and Peppermint Vitality to support my digestive system.

• At 9:00 pm I love my Friday facial routine! I start with my Art Gentle Cleanser to get my makeup off (daily!), then I use my amazing Satin Mint Scrub and feel like I’m at the spa! This removes dirt and dead skin cells! Yuck! I then finish with Jojoba oil and Frankincense! It also helps calm me down which is great before bedtime!

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Stephanie Johns

• We start our day with oral hygiene. Love thieves toothpaste for the win!

• A cup of coffee or tea is wonderful with a drop of one or more of these Vitality oils!

• Oats and Thieves Vitality for breakfast!!

• Love using Savvy Minerals and knowing they are good for my skin! Toxin-free makeup is so refreshing!

• Love taking Young living supplements!!

• We also diffuse throughout the day to help support all the things that need supporting.

• Progessence Plus and Endoflex are two of my favorite oils to use everyday!!

• We usually diffuse oils during our home school routine. Some of our favorites are Brain Power, Vetiver, Cedarwood and Geneyus!

• Ningxia Red is a great afternoon treat.

• We use Thieves Laundry Detergent and wool dryer balls for toxin-free laundry! Just add a few squirts of your favorite essential oil to the wool dryer balls and toss in the dryer!

• We even use oils when we clean throughout the day!

• Time for a relaxing detox bath!

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Marisa Marlow

1. Diffusing Peppermint, Lemon and Frankincense for a early wake up at 6:00 am.  

2.  Maven Lipgloss at 7:00AM  I love the look and feel of Savvy Minerals lipgloss.  They are so versatile no matter your skin tone.

3. My daily Ningxia with Endoflex vitality, microgreens, Sulfurzyme, and Super B.  I take it every morning around 7:00 am.

4. Ningxia Red and MightyVites in the morning before school for us.

5. Lemon oil 2:00PM : My 2 year old likes to get into her sister's colors.  Lemon oil helped me get the markings off that were down our hall today.

6. Slique tea for this Mama in the afternoon is a nice treat.

7. Taco night means homemade salsa.  Tip with using vitality oils, start with one drop at a time and taste.  It doesn't take very much. For stronger oils, like basil, you can dip a tooth pick in the oil then add to your dish.  

8. Chocolate mask 8:30 PM : It's spa night at our house.  This feels so good on your skin, making it feel so soft after you are done.  One trick is to follow the direction and use the double boiler technique. My fifteen year old tried a few months ago, putting it into the microwave.  No Bueno!

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Elizabeth Ector

1. When I wake up, I apply Endoflex over my thyroid, and digize in a circle around my belly button.

2. Then I usually pick an emotional blend based on my mood or Frankincense to place in my palms, rub together, cup my hands over my nose and take 3 deep breaths before I spend time reading the Bible and journaling.  I rub the extra over my heart and behind my ears.

3. I love brushing my teeth with Thieves Dentarome Plus toothpaste and washing my face with the Mint Satin Facial Scrub. I’m not a morning person ha, so it helps me wake up and feel fresh!

4. Lavender Lip Balm and Orange Blossom Moisturizer before I start my Savvy Makeup Routine.  Which usually consists of Warm 2 as foundation, Dark 1 as contour, crowned All Over bronzer, Savvy Mascara, and Multitasker as brow filler!

5. I take a shot of Ningxia Red mixed with Red Shot (if I’m lucky) or Thieves Vitality as my afternoon pick-me up.

6. Digize usually goes around my belly button another time after dinner.  

7. Cinnamint Lip balm is always in my purse or pocket on-the-go. If I have a hot date ;) or going out with friends, I like Oola Friends behind my ears and by my collar bone instead of perfume!

8. Nighttime: Thieves dental floss in addition to my morning routine.  

9. I usually have a different blend each night for my diffuser.  One of my favorites is Patchouli, Orange, Vetiver and Clove.

10. Frankincense and Lavender all over my face plus the Acne Treatment Spot Treatment as needed, Digize on my belly (yep, one more time.), Dragon Time on my lower abdomen, Endoflex over my thyroid, and White Angelica on my shoulders (or another emotional blend based on how the day went.)

11. I actually sleep with my oil case in the bed next to me. If I wake up from a bad dream in the middle of the night I grab White Angelica and rub it on my shoulders, over my heart and breathe it in.

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Megan Crowell

• Every morning before rushing out the door for school my 4 yo and I each enjoy a shot of Ningxia Red! 7:15am

• Every morning Madi gets “oils on” Thieves down her spine and Peace and Calming (or as she calls it listening and following directions oil) on her forearms and behind her ears to help her listen and follow directions.

• I’ll never be caught without Stress Away in the car, whether it’s traffic, people not pulling over for EMS or someone littering I always seem to need to roll this all over my neck while driving

• A few drops to my corn salsa with lime vitality really makes it pop!

• No fragrance and no sodium laurel sulfate are just two reasons I choose Thieves Dish Soap and Thieves Hand Soap.  #nonastytoxins

• One of the first toxins I switched out three years ago were the things I was washing my baby girl with.  The products I was using before that you’re probably using now are filled with harmful chemicals that cause things like infertility, asthma, cancer and more.  Once I learned about this how could I in good Conscience continue to slather her with chemicals like that! no way!  We’ve been using the Kidscents line for years now and it is so soft on her skin I don’t even need to use lotion on her!

• Thieves on my feet, Frankincense on my face, Endoflex on my throat and Joy over my heart.... errrryday!

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Your personal daily routines may look completely different from the oilers above and their unique uses for Young Living oils, but remember–it’s just about finding what works for you and your lifestyle! Start small, and begin incorporating oils into aspects of your regimen, replacing other less natural products for oils to see how they work for you and your family! You’ve got this!

We would love to hear from even more OHC members on how you incorporate Young Living into your daily lives! Write a post and use the hashtag #OHCdayinanoilerslife, and you may be featured in an upcoming Insta post!

Back To School Essentials

Y’all know it’s back to school season! Who doesn’t love the smell and feel of new books and school supplies?! Right now it’s the perfect time to stock up on a few essentials to help kick off the new school year with a bang! 

Focus Roller

Learning should be fun! Try creating this focus roller for your kids whenever they’re feeling like they need a little refresh at school. Here are the oils we’d recommend! With your favorite carrier oil, add 3 drops Cedarwood, 3 drops Vetiver, 5 drops Orange, 5 drops Peppermint, and 10 drops Frankincense. Make it extra fun by letting your kids add their favorite stickers to the roller! That way they’ll be even more excited to use it.

Mindwise

MindWise is an excellent friend to have around for mental maydays! This memory function blend from Young Living supports normal brain function and overall cognitive and cardiovascular health. It's great for ages 4 and older, plus the citrus flavor is a hit with kids and adults! Add it to your kids’ lunches a couple times a week to treat their brains for working hard and staying strong!

KidScents GeneYus

Where are all our teachers? You are heroes, day in and day out, pouring into kids every single day. We know you care about them falling in love with learning because it’ll set them up for a lifetime of success! This season, try diffusing this secret weapon during class time and see what happens. Packed with essential oils Cedarwood, Myrrh, Northern Black Lights (just to name a few), this is an excellent blend to diffuse for young brains focusing on projects.

KidScents Supplements

As hard as you try, we all know we can't control everything our kids might eat. So support those little tummies and bodies with these supplements from Young Living— MightyZyme, MightyVites, and MightyPro!

Immune Buddy

For most of us, cool temperatures are just around the corner! So go ahead and create this immune buddy roller for your littles! With your favorite carrier oil, add:10 drops Thieves, 5 drops Lemongrass, 5 drops Frankincense, 3 drops Copaiba, and 3 drops Oregano. It smells rejuvenating and is packed with essential oils known to be immune system friends! Roll it on your kids’ feet and/or spine every morning and night.

Feather Diffuser

Have you seen this diffuser yet? It has to be the cutest essential oil diffuser ever! Not only is it simple to use, but it also comes with 10 different LED lights, and includes 5 white-noise options! It's a great bedtime companion for all the kids in your family.

Lunchbox Essentials

Make their lunch boxes extra special! NingXia Red singles are the perfect lunch pal—tasty juice (wolfberry, plum, blueberry, cherry) packed with nutrients and essential oils that’ll help them feel charged for the day. While you’re at it, add one to your lunch box too! What’s your favorite lunchbox surprise?

KIDSCENTS SHAMPOO

Kids have the soft hair we all dream of. So let’s help them understand the value of taking care of their beautiful locks from a young age. It’s never too early to learn about personal care! Sulfrate-free, KidScents Shampoo contains aloe vera and Tangerine and Lemon essential oils, which helps leave hair feeling baby soft.

SleepyIze

We all need daily routines, even our kids! So in addition to calming bath time to help wind down from the day, try diffusing this essential oil blend to help your little ones get ready for bed. SleepyIze is the perfect blend of peaceful aromas to diffuse during bathtime or before hopping into bed.

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Tell us—what are your YL must-haves? Are there any items you’re trying out for the first time?

Do You Know What You're Putting On Your Skin This Summer?

There’s one thing for sure, this time of year, there are two products we never leave home without— sunscreen and insect repellent. You may rub or spray these common products on your body without a second thought, but do you actually know what you’re putting on your skin?

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Sunscreen

Sunscreen is designed to protect your skin against UVA and UVB rays from the sun, preventing skin damage and potential cancers, including melanoma. Unfortunately, many of the ingredients used to get these effects can do harm, while trying to do good. Think that’s not a big deal? Sunscreen ingredients soak through the skin, and have been detected in blood, urine, and breast milk. So you could be taking a big risk each time you use them. Some of these ingredients, including oxybenzone, homosalate, and octinoxate, can block or mimic hormones. Others, including avobenzone, octisalate, and octocrylene, may cause allergic reactions. Inactive ingredients that are used as preservatives, including methylisothiazolinone, can also lead to allergic reactions. Vitamin A is commonly added to sunscreen as an anti-aging and antioxidant ingredient, but it can trigger the development of skin tumors in the presence of sunlight. It can also be called retinyl palmitate, retinyl acetate, retinyl linoleate, and retinol. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are commonly used as the most effective ingredient in sunscreens, and are thought to be safe, but some forms of this can contain nano-particles that can be damaging to the lungs when inhaled. 

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Insect Repellent

Insect repellent is another summer necessities (no one wants west nile!). But unfortunately, these also carry many ingredients that can be toxic for the body, including DEET, cyfluthrin, and pyrethroids. DEET, or N, N Diethyl-meta-toluamide, is commonly used in most well-known insect repellents, but has been linked to skin blisters and irritation, seizures, memory loss, headaches, joint stiffness, and sometimes shortness of breath. It’s also linked to neurotoxicity that could lead to issues with motor skills, memory, and learning. Cyfluthrin is linked to neurotoxicity and could result in loss of coordination, muscle trembling, and behavior changes. It can also cause harmful effects in the blood, disrupt liver function, and cross the placenta to cause behavior changes to newborns. Pyrethroids are the most common class of repellent chemicals, and include lambda-cyhalothrin, prallethrin, metofluthrin, dl-allethrolone, d-trans-chrysanthemate, tetramethrin, phenothrin, and dl-transalethrin. These can become toxic to the central nervous system, and can cause dermatitis, asthma-like reactions, nausea, incoordination, and a burning sensation on the skin.

Yikes! That’s a lot of risk to take for the rest of the summer!

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Safer Solutions

You can throw out the sunscreen and repellent stashed in your bag, but don’t avoid protecting yourself from the harmful effects of the sun and mosquitoes. That’s why we LOVE Young Living’s Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 and Insect Repellent. They’re both chemical-free, but still EFFECTIVE at protecting your body!

Young Living Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 or SPF 10 contain zinc oxide, without the nano-particles, as its active ingredient to protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays. The inactive ingredients include lavender, Myrrh, and Frankincense oils for the added skin benefits and a pleasant aroma. It’s also sweat-resistant and doesn’t leave a white residue.These sunscreens have been tested by dermatologists and are hypoallergenic, so they are perfect for those with sensitive skin!

Young Living Insect Repellent is naturally derived and plant-based. It uses pure sesame oil, combined with a blend of essential oils, to repel mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas. Added essential oils include citronella, lemongrass, rosemary, geranium, spearmint, thyme, and clove. It won’t leave a sticky residue on your skin, or a harsh chemical smell. Instead, the added ingredients help moisturize the skin and leave a nice aroma to wear around for the day.

Fun Fact! This product also comes in wipes! Super easy for the kiddos and PERFECT for traveling, hiking, or any of your summer adventures!

Now you can enjoy summer! Got questions about Young Living’s mineral sunscreen or insect repellent? Send us a message.

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Young Living Wedding Day Essentials

Your wedding day should be one of the best days of your life! Even though the day is marked by joy and love, it can also bring in a bit of stress that is hard on the body, mind, and spirit. Thankfully, Young Living is here to help you get the most out of your wedding day and avoid the stressors that try to show up.

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Before the Wedding

The weeks leading up to your wedding can bring on the most stress as you work to get all the details finalized for the big day, your honeymoon, and moving in with your best friend! Support your immune system during this time with ImmuPro Chewable Tablets. This supplement is designed to boost your immune system with ingredients of antioxidant-rich wolfberry and a powerful mushroom blend, and gives you a daily source of zinc and selenium! It also contains melatonin to help you sleep, because we know you probably have a million thoughts fighting to keep you awake at night.

You can also support your body leading up to the wedding with proper nutrition from Pure Protein Complete! If you’re finding yourself too busy to cook a full meal, this supplemental protein powder is the perfect addition to a simple smoothie to give your body a range of amino acids and a B-vitamin boost!

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During the Wedding

Your wedding day is going to be busy and full in the greatest way. You’ll be spending quality time with your best friends and family, will be catching up with friends and family you haven’t seen in a long time, and will be celebrating your love and commitment to your spouse with your entire heart. Hopefully you’ll also be spending most of the night on the dance floor! All of this excitement can be a bit challenging for the brain and the body, so it’s important to support your mind, body, and emotions throughout the entire day. Here are a few simple ways you can do that with Young Living essential oils:

• Diffuse Peace & Calming essential oil blend or Frankincense essential oil while you get ready for the day.

• Have a Lavender or Stress Away roll-on to apply to your wrists and neck in moments of stress or worry. Don’t forget to give it to the groom too!

• Apply a face mask of 1 Tbsp raw honey + 4 drops Lavender essential oil for 10-15 minutes, then wash away with warm water to brighten your skin and settle your nerves.

• Have Deep Relief or PanAway essential oils at your reception table ready to apply achy feet and get back to dancing!

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After the Wedding

Your wedding is over, your heart is overflowing with joy, and your body is exhausted from the day. Maybe you had a little too much to drink and need a little support to feel your best for your honeymoon. We’ve got your back. Use Essentialzymes to help break down the food and drink, and a shot of NingXia Red for a quick immune system boost!

For your wedding night and your honeymoon, don’t forget to pack Ylang Ylang essential oil and Sensation Massage Oil to enhance the mood and inspire deeper intimacy with your spouse! If you’ll be traveling, you’ll also want to bring along Thieves Spray and Thieves Wipes to help protect yourself against germs that could put a damper on your trip!

Flying or sailing away to a sunny location? Don’t forget to pack YL Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50, Lavaderm Cooling Spray, and Insect Wipes!

Marriage is one of the greatest joys in life. As you celebrate your wedding day, we hope these tips will help make the day even more special!

Great Ways To Celebrate Your Dad This Father's Day

Father’s Day is a day set aside for the purpose of showing all of the dads in your life how much they mean to you and how valued they are! Instead of the typical mug and tie with a card, opt to go the extra mile for your dad by giving him something extra unique and special this year.

One of the best ways to show a dad how special he is to you is to treat him to an activity he loves as a family. Go camping, take a bike ride, go for a hike or play a round of golf, get tickets to his favorite sports game, or put on a gaming tournament with his favorite video or board games. You can also host a Father’s Day BBQ to gather multiple generations of dads together! There’s nothing more special than creating space for your dad or husband to honor his own dad, or the dad he raised. For those who have passed, this would be a great place to honor their legacy and the life they lived!

Instead of a traditional card, make a video e-card with everyone telling dad how much he means to you! He can save it to his desktop or phone and access it anytime, anywhere, for a little encouragement when he needs it most. Pair that with a gift that will be unique, just like he is. Here are a few ideas for the fashionable, fit, tech-savvy, and outdoorsy men in your life! If your dad fits into multiple categories, mix-and-match gifts that will best support his passions!

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1. Fashionable Dad

• Engraved watch with his initials, or the names of his kids!

• Treat him to a tailored and customized suit to leave him feeling confident and handsome.

• DIY Essential Oil cologne that highlights his personality. Use this guide from Young Living!

• DIY YL Self Care Kit: Shutran beard oil, Shutran aftershave, Shutran shave cream, Shutran bar soap, Satin Facial Scrub, and Sandalwood Moisture Cream.

2. Fit Dad

• FitBit or Garmin running watch to help him meet his current goals.

• A month membership to a local gym so he can try out a new activity, like rock climbing, HIIT training, spin, or yoga!

• Personalized Hydroflask water bottle to stay hydrated and keep his water chilled during long workouts.

• Entry to an upcoming 5k, half marathon, or triathlon. Bonus: get an entry for yourself and include a training plan you can do together!

• DIY YL Fit Kit: Ning Xia NITRO pre workout, AminoWise post workout, Pure Protein Complete, and Peppermint or Deep Relief Roll-On to roll on his wrists and inhale before or during his workout.

3. Outdoorsy Dad

• Waterproof bluetooth speaker to have his favorite music available anywhere, anytime.

• Portable fold-up grill for day hikes, lake days, or picnics at the park.

• Kayak, canoe, or paddleboard to give him a new water activity for the summer. Get some for the entire family for a summer of quality time!  

• DIY Camping Toiletry Kit: Shutran 3-in-1 Men’s Wash, Thieves AromaBright Toothpaste, Thieves Wipes, Insect Repellent Wipes, Sacred Mountain or Valor Bar Soap, and Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50.

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4. Tech-Savvy Dad

• Portable Charging Keychain so he never loses life on his phone while he’s on-the-go.

• Camera-Equipped Drone to excite his childlike spirit, while also giving him something fun, and useful, to experiment with.

• Mini Projector to host a next-level movie night or stream his favorite show on any surface.

• DIY YL Brain Power Kit: Rainstone Diffuser, Brain Power essential oil blend, Peppermint essential oil, and Vetiver essential oil.

This year, celebrate all the dads in your life by reminding them how special they are. Give them memorable gifts of quality time and a physical gift that will support their unique hobbies and interests!

Happy, Healthy Memorial Day Recipes

Memorial Day is a day we honor the men and women who have lost their lives serving our country. It’s a great time to be thankful for the freedoms we have, and to share that gratitude with family and friends! Since everyone’s off work and the kids are out of school, Memorial Day is the perfect day to kick off summer with a backyard cookout! Try out these recipes this year for healthier alternatives that will highlight the fresh flavors of summer!

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Rosemary Balsamic Chicken Kabobs

Serves 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken, cut into 1 in cubes

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• ⅔ cup balsamic vinegar

• 4 drops Rosemary Vitality essential oil

• 2 drops Black Pepper Vitality essential oil

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 Tbsp coconut aminos

• Vegetables for the kabobs: mushrooms, zucchini, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes

Directions:

1. Add chicken and all ingredients except the vegetables to a bowl. Toss to mix the ingredients together and make sure the marinade covers the chicken. Cover and let sit in the refrigerator overnight, 12-24 hours.

2. Prep your vegetables by cutting them into ½ inch slices or halving them to fit onto the kabob sticks.

3. Assemble your kabobs by alternating between each type of vegetable and the chicken. Either cook on your grill, or in a large skillet on your stove top, about 5 minutes on each side, until the chicken is cooked through.

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Mint Lime Fruit Salad

Serves 6-8

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pineapple, diced

• 1 cup grapes, halved

• 2 cups strawberries, quartered

• 1 cup blueberries

• 2 kiwis, peeled & diced

• 1 banana, sliced

• 16 drops Lime Vitality essential oil

• 4 drops Orange Vitality essential oil

• 1-2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped

• ¼ cup water

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients, except the banana, to a large bowl. Toss the fruit in the dressing so it’s all well-mixed. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.

2. Add banana right before you serve to prevent browning. Optional to top with coconut yogurt for a creamy addition!

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Sparkling Strawberry Citrus Spritzer

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 cup ripe strawberries, sliced

• 2 lemons, juiced

• 8 drops Lemon Vitality essential oil

• 4 drops Lime Vitality essential oil

• 32 ounces sparkling water

Directions:

1. Muddle the strawberries, lemon juice, and vitality oils in a large pitcher.

2. When you’re ready to serve, pour in the sparkling water and mix well!

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Tangy Summer Marinade

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup olive oil

• ½ cup tamari sauce

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 drop Oregano Vitality essential oil

• 2 drops Orange Vitality essential oil

• 1 drop Black Pepper Vitality essential oil

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients and pour over meat in a shallow glass bowl or baking pan. 

• Cover and refrigerate for 1–4 hours before grilling.

• Discard marinade after use.

Stay Grounded With Finals Using Essential Oils

Finals and testing season can be some of the most stressful weeks of the year for students. Not only is there the intense pressure of passing, but also due to lack of sleep, little self-care, excessive caffeine intake, and more unhealthy snacking over long study sessions, this season can put excessive stress on the body. If this is sounding all too familiar for you or your kids, we have good news! This testing season can be different for you and your family with the help of Young Living essential oils.

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1. Calm Your Nerves

One of the hardest parts of testing tends to be the pre-test nerves. Nerves make focusing even more difficult and can induce a stress response in the body that is far from comfortable. Here are a few oils that can help you ditch the nerves as you prepare for a test.

• Lavender Essential Oil | Lavender is a Young Living favorite because of how versatile it is. You can carry Lavender with you to take a deep breath of this calming oil before you step into your testing room. You can also diffuse Lavender as you study, diffuse while you sleep to help your brain relax, or add to a warm bath for a moment of self-care at the end of a mentally exhausting day.

• Stress Away Essential Oil Blend | Stress Away is the perfect essential blend to carry with you for a quick stress relief. Simply apply a drop to your wrists or neck before a test to ease the nerves. You can also diffuse this oil blend while you practice yoga or meditation in the morning to settle the brain and calm the body.

2. Stay Focused

Despite this being a short season, it can be hard to stay focused. You’re at the end of the semester, you’ve been studying hard for weeks, you haven’t slept well, and now your brain is slowly slipping into summer mode. Use these essential oils to maximize your focus and end your semester strong!

• Peppermint Essential Oil | Peppermint oil is a go-to at Young Living because, like Lavender, it is extremely versatile. Dilute with a carrier oil, then apply 1-2 drops to your chest or wrists before a test to sharpen your focus and wake up the brain. Diffuse alone or combine with Rosemary and Lemon essential oil while studying to keep your brain alert and connected.

• Clarity and Brain Power Essential Oil Blends | These two essential oil blends are perfect for inviting alertness and focus. Like Peppermint, you can apply them to the skin before a test or diffuse as you study or drive to school.

• Motivation Essential Oil Blend | If you’ve reached the end of testing and are needing that final push to get through, Motivation is there to help. Diffuse it as you prepare for your test, or simply breathe it in as you start to lose your drive to keep going.

• DIY Roller: Confidence Essential Oil Perfume Blend | It’s easy to lose focus if you are doubting your ability to pass the test. If you need a boost of confidence, make your own perfume blend of Jasmine + Copaiba + Orange essential oils!

3. Support Your Immune System

• Prioritize healthy behaviors. This one seems like a no-brainer, but we all need the reminder sometimes. Eat a balanced diet, stay hydrated, SLEEP, and avoid the urge to drink excessive amounts of caffeine to stay awake.

• Super C. Super C is a great supplement from Young Living that uses Orange essential oil to give the immune system a boost during vulnerable seasons.

• ImmuPro. ImmuPro is loaded with antioxidants from wolfberry and mushroom powders, as well as zinc and selenium. Antioxidants help protect the body from illness by lowering the effects of oxidative stress in the body. As a bonus, ImmuPro also contains melatonin, which may be able to improve sleep!

• Pure Protein Complete. Too busy to cook a balanced meal? Try a Pure Protein Complete smoothie, mixed with greens and berries! You can choose between two yummy flavors: chocolate or vanilla spice.

• NingXia Red. Need an energy boost? Instead of grabbing another cup of joe, take an energy-boosting shot of NingXia Red!

4. Gifts for your Teachers

While you may not be thrilled with the tests you are gearing up for, you can still show appreciation to your teachers. They have poured into you the entire semester, and are also feeling a bit of stress as the year ends. Once the test is over for you, they still have to score them, and determine final grades for the entire class. These gifts will help them stay focused and motivated as they close out their year too. Think about it. Do you really want your teacher grading your test with an exhausted, unmotivated brain? Don’t think so!

• Stress Away or Tranquil Essential Oil Roll-on | Both of these essential oil blends are great to roll on the neck, shoulders, or chest during moments of stress to relieve the brain and create feelings of grounding and peace.

• Lavender Hand & Body Lotion | One of the best forms of self-care is moisturizing the skin and covering the body with a pleasant scent. Lavender is great because it’s pleasant and helps relax the body!

• Gratitude Essential Oil Blend | For the teacher that you are most grateful for this year, Gratitude is the perfect way to express your thanks. This can also help the teacher reconnect to their own gratitude for teaching!

Create a Self-Care Kit for all the Moms in Your Life!

Mother’s Day is one of the most important days of the year, but have you ever been stumped on what to gift your mom, grandmom, or the mother of your children? How do you sum up your gratitude for everything that your mom has done for you in one gift? While it’s clearly impossible to show that level of appreciation with a gift, getting her something unique that helps her practice self care comes pretty close! This year, treat her to the ultimate self care kit with the help of Young Living!

Here are some ideas for your kit!

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1. Reading Materials

A new magazine or book is a great addition to your self care kit to give your mom something to focus on, instead of her many responsibilities she juggles each day. You can also make your own book with photos of family, drawings, and thoughtful notes from her loved ones!

2. Lavender Sugar Scrub

This easy recipe is something she can enjoy at the end of a long day to treat her skin and help her relax.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup oil (olive or coconut oil)

• 7-10 drops lavender essential oil

Instructions:

Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix together.  You can add more or less oil to your liking. Store in an airtight container. Since this recipe doesn’t contain any preservatives it’s best if it’s used within a month!

3. Loofah Soaps

Homemade soaps are always a fun gift because they’re unique, and practical.

Ingredients:

• Melt and pour soap base (click here and here for examples)

• Essential oils—see our suggestions below

• Silicone soap mold of choice (like this one)

Instructions: Use a double boiler on your stove at home and melt 12 oz (1.5 cups) of a melt & pour soap base of your choice. Remove from heat and add 30-40 drops of essential oils. Fill into your soap molds (you’ll want to do this quickly so that the mixture doesn’t become solid or curdled during the process). Cool for 1 hour, remove from molds, enjoy!

Essential oil combination ideas:

• Relaxing retreat: Peace & Calming® with Copaiba

• Floral foam: Lavender with Geranium

• Calming cleanse: Patchouli with Cardamom

4. Hair Mask

Want your mom to feel luxurious? A hair mask is a great way to feel amazing and refreshed!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup coconut oil

• 5 drops lavender essential oil

• 3 drops rosemary essential oil

• Sealable, glass jar

Instructions:

1. Add coconut oil to a small saucepan and heat over medium, until melted. Pour into glass jar.

2. Add essential oils, mix well, then let cool. Seal until ready to use.

5.  Frankincense Facial Rub

This face scrub recipe from Young Living will leave your mom radiant, glowing skin! You could also throw in a jade or quartz face roller for your mom to massage her face after the face scrub for ultimate relaxation.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or jojoba oil

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 5 drops Frankincense essential oil

Instructions

1. In a medium-sized bowl, slowly combine baking soda with liquid coconut oil or jojoba oil. Stir until the mixture has a consistent white color.

2. Stir in Frankincense essential oil.

3. Gently rub your face with a small amount of the mixture for 30–60 seconds. Rinse and apply moisturizer.

6. Perfume

Instead of buying a generic perfume from the store, make one yourself with Young Living essential oils that captures your mom’s unique personality! Follow this Young Living guide for creating your special perfume recipe!

7. Essential Oil Blends

Want to help your mom take self-care to another level? Gift Valor, Gratitude, Release, Stress Away, and Tranquil essential oil blends to give mom moments of peace, calming, and grounding when she needs them the most!

8. Young Living Calming Bath Bombs

These natural bath bombs are made without colorants, synthetic preservatives, parabens, or animal-derived ingredients, making them some of the best bath bombs you can get your hands on! They’re the perfect addition to any Mother’s Day basket.

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Moms deserve the best, but the greatest gift you can give yours is your attention, love, and appreciation for everything they have done for you! If your mom is a quality-time person, you could give her the gift of a DIY day where you create this spa kit together, then give her space to enjoy it while you cook her a meal or help clean up around the house. Your mom is unique, so take these ideas and make them your own to best fit her personality! And for all the moms out there, we appreciate everything you do every single day. You truly are a rockstar.

Spring Forward with Fresh, Glowing Skin

While winter is a great time to cozy up under your favorite blankets, the dry, cold air can be harsh on your skin. The sun is warming up, so it’s time to spring forward with a non-toxic skin makeover! If you want to treat yourself to a day at the spa, go for it! Or you can enjoy the spa all season long in your home with these 10 non-toxic DIY treatments!

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1. Spring Fresh Body Scrub

Your skin has been through a lot this winter, but a body scrub can exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells and prepare the skin for a fresh start. Simply mix 1 cup brown sugar with ¼ cup olive oil and 7-8 drops of your favorite Young Living Essential Oils. If you’ll be going out into the sun, remember to stay away from citrus oils on your skin to avoid the risk of sunburn. Take your time rubbing the mixture into your skin, then rinse off with warm water.

2. Young Living Satin Facial Scrub

For your face, you can use your body scrub, or you can add an extra boost of brightening power with the Young Living Satin Facial Scrub. It’s made with Peppermint Essential Oil to give the same minty, cooling sensation you’d get at the spa!

3. DIY Face Mask

If you’d rather do a DIY face mask instead of the scrub, try this recipe from Young Living. Mix 1 Tbsp honey, 1 Tbsp bentonite clay, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, 2-3 drops Geranium Essential Oil, and 2 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil. Add just enough water to form a paste. Spread a thick layer on your face, let it dry, then wash off with a warm, wet cloth.

4. Orange Blossom Moisturizer

Now that your face has been properly exfoliated, your cells are ready to be moisturized! The Orange Blossom Moisturizer can help your skin retain moisture, while also preventing against oil and shine for optimum brightness! Store the moisturizer in the refrigerator during your exfoliation process for added coolness!

5.  Epsom Salt Bath

After you’ve exfoliated the body, relax in a warm bath mixed with a cup of epsom salt and 10 drops of your favorite Young Living Essential Oils. Some ideas: lavender + rose, lavender + cedarwood, cedarwood + vetiver, or frankincense + sandalwood. Add the oil to the salt and the salt under running warm water.

For an even more luxurious experience, reduce lighting, light a candle, diffuse your favorite essential oil blend, turn on calming music, and cut up cool cucumber slices to place over your eyes.

6. Lavender Hand and Body Lotion

Now that your skin is refreshed from head to toe, moisturize your body with Young Living’s Lavender Hand and Body Lotion. This cream will give you a relaxing, feminine feeling. For the men out there, you’ll still love the feeling of this lotion, but you can also try Genesis Hand and Body Lotion if that’s more your style.

7. Foot Soak

A foot soak is a great way to give your feet extra care! Fill a large bowl with warm water, then add Sandalwood, Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood Essential Oil, or Tea Tree if you have funky feet from the winter. Once you’re done soaking your feet, wrap them in a warm towel to dry.

8. Lava Mint Softening Foot Scrub

Your feet carry you all day and have been stuffed in boots all winter, so give them a little extra love with Young Living’s Lava Mint Softening Foot Scrub. It is made with four natural exfoliants: black volcanic sand from Iceland, volcanic rock pumice from Italy, diatomaceous earth from the seas of Denmark, and coconut shell powder from France. Your feet will not only feel luxurious and appreciated, but they will be silky smooth for sandal weather!

9. Massage Swap

Your body is relaxed, so it’s the perfect time for a massage! You can go out for one, or have a massage swap with your significant other or roommate! You can create your own massage oil by mixing V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex with your favorite essential oil blend, or you can buy one of Young Living’s massage oils that gives you the vibe you’re looking for. Choose from Dragon Time, Cel-Lite Magic, Ortho Ease, Ortho Sport, Relaxation, or Sensation.

10. Beauty Treatments

Your skin is glowing and renewed, so give yourself another confidence boost with a manicure and eyelash treatment! For your nails, choose a non-toxic nail polish brand like Butter, Dazzle Dry, Tenoverten, Sundays, and Côte. For your eyelashes, a new empty eyelash brush container with castor oil and Lavender Essential Oil. Apply to your lashes daily!

After your spa day at home, you will be ready for whatever new opportunities spring brings your way!

Healthy Alternatives to Easter Favorites

Hosting your friends for Easter lunch this year, but still wanting to stick to your health goals? We have you covered with these 3 easy tips for a healthier, yet still delicious, meal!

1. Switch up your protein! Instead of choosing a protein loaded with saturated fat like ham or brisket, look for a lean protein option like roasted chicken or turkey. If you’re pressed for time, you can grab an organic rotisserie chicken. If you are cooking at home, you can use the Lemon Dill Dressing (recipe below) as the perfect flavor punch.

2. Clean up your sides! Side dishes are the best way to add nutrients to your meal. Instead of only choosing mac’n’cheese, mashed potatoes, or creamed corn, add a variety of vegetables to the meal! Cook with small amounts of olive or avocado oil instead of using butter, and add flavor with fresh herbs, spices, or Young Living vitality oils instead of cheese and excess salt. Try out the recipes below for ideas!

3. Reduce added sugar. Sugar can find its way into the meal from Easter egg candy to the dressing on the salad. Avoid sugar-sweetened beverages, consider stuffing the basket with a little less or healthier choices of treats, choose desserts without refined sugar, and make your own sauces and dressings!

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Ginger Thyme Roasted Carrots

4-6 servings

Ingredients

• ½ lb carrots, sliced

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 2 drops Thyme Vitality

• 1 toothpick swirl Ginger Vitality

• ½ clove garlic, minced

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F. Mix olive oil, vitality oils, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Toss carrots in the olive oil mixture and lay flat on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until carrots are cooked through.

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Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

5-8 servings

Ingredients

• 4-5 small to medium sweet potatoes

• 1 ½ Tbsp coconut oil, melted

• ½ clove garlic, minced

• 2 drops Basil Vitality

• 2 toothpick swirls Nutmeg Vitality

• 2 toothpick swirls Cinnamon Bark Vitality

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Cut a small portion off the bottom of each sweet potato, so they sit flat. Then, cut thin slits in the sweet potato ¼ inch from the bottom. Set on a baking sheet.

2. Mix coconut oil, garlic, and vitality oils. Pour over sweet potatoes, opening the slits to allow mixture to cover as much as possible.

3. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until sweet potatoes are cooked through. Optional: garnish with fresh parsley, chives, or green onions!

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Lemon Dill Dressing

4-6 servings

This dressing is the perfect addition to a simple, spring salad, or it can be used to flavor meat, asparagus, roasted potatoes, and more!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup olive oil

• 1 drop Dill Vitality

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 3 Tbsp dijon mustard

• 1 tsp honey

• 3 Tbsp lemon juice

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients together until they are blended. Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator and re-mix before serving.

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Healthier Carrot Cake

10-12 servings

This recipe is adapted from the Laura Lee Balanced Dreamiest Carrot Cake.

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw walnuts

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose gluten-free flour (Like Bob’s Red Mill)

• 1 cup almond flour

• 1 ¼ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Wet Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded carrots

• 8 oz container crushed pineapple in juice (not syrup)

• ¾ cup honey

• 3 large eggs

• ½ cup avocado oil

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 drops Cinnamon Bark Vitality

• 1 drop Nutmeg Vitality

Frosting:

• 16 oz dairy-free, original cream cheese (Ex.: Kite Hill Brand)

• ½ cup butter (can sub vegan butter here too)

• ½ cup honey

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Spray a 10” deep quiche pan (ideally with removable bottom) with oil spray or grease with a thin layer of oil. Spread walnuts on a parchment paper-covered baking sheet. Roast 10-12 minutes, until slightly fragrant and toasted. Set aside when done.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients, except coconut and walnuts. Add grated carrots to a blender and pulse until finely chopped (not pureed!). Add to a medium mixing bowl, along with remaining wet ingredients. Whisk thoroughly to combine.

3. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Roughly chop walnuts and add ¾ cup to the batter, along with the shredded coconut. Mix well.

4. Add batter to the prepared pan and spread in an even layer. Bake for 33-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Allow to cool at least 1 hour before removing from pan.

5. With a sharp knife, slice the cake into two discs. Laura Lee recommends to use a large, sharp knife and to push it into the center of the cake (from the side) then gently move the knife in a circle. Let the halves bake another 30 minutes.

6. To make the frosting, combine all ingredients in the bowl of your standing mixer or in a mixing bowl, if using a hand-held mixer. Start on your lowest setting to mix the ingredients together, then increase the speed until the frosting is soft and fluffy. Frost the cake and assemble layers once it has cooled! You can top the cake with walnuts, shredded coconut, and/or crushed pineapple! If not serving immediately, store in the refrigerator.

Spring Break Travel Essentials Checklist

Spring Break is your moment to escape the responsibilities of work and everyday tasks, and jump into the warmth and relaxing vibes of the season. If you’re hitting the beach or other sunny spots this year, don’t leave home without packing this 10 piece travel capsule of non-toxic products to protect your skin, boost your immune system, and ease any stressors that come with travel.

1. Young Living Sunscreen

Sunscreen is our best defense against the negative effects of sun exposure, including wrinkles, sunburn, and skin cancer. If you’re not one to burn easily in the sun, that doesn’t mean you aren’t at risk for skin damage. Using a natural sunscreen will protect you from damaging rays, but will also allow you to get the benefits of the sun, such as vitamin D exposure. While we may be tempted to opt for higher SPF sunscreens, the higher SPF simply indicates a higher concentration of sun protectant chemicals, which means you may be applying a range of chemicals to your skin and letting those bake in the heat. No bueno! But we have good news! You can get protection from both UVA and UVB rays, and avoid harsh chemical ingredients, with Young Living’s Mineral Sunscreen Lotion. The formula is made from naturally derived plant and mineral based ingredients. This should be at the top of your list for any trips during spring and summer months! We like to stock up early to make sure we don’t run out!

2. 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. Young Living Lavender Lip Balm is perfect for time in the sun!

3. Young Living Insect Repellent

If you’re planning to be outside during the warmer months, insect repellent is a must! Many insects, like mosquitos, can carry harmful diseases, which is not the kind of souvenir you want to bring home from your trip! If you tend to say no to repellent due to the harsh, chemical smell or the sticky layer it leaves on your skin, we’ve got good news for you! Young Living Insect Repellent is made with citronella 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 Citronella, you don’t have to worry about fake citronella fragrance that fries your nose hairs. This repellant is light and airy. Pure citronella keeps away nasty insects, but also smells amazing! It has many other health benefits, too, such as promoting relaxation. Positives for the entire family!

4. Lava-Derm After-Sun Spray

While Young Living Sunscreen can protect your skin from sunburn and insect repellent can protect from bug bites, sometimes we forget to apply them often enough, or we end up on an outdoor adventure we weren’t expecting. For those moments, Lavaderm After-Sun Spray is there to help! This product provides immediate, temporary relief, and soothes your skin from painful, itchy sunburns or insect bites. Keeping this product on hand ensures that your family can continue enjoying your vacation despite the little mishaps that may happen along the way.

5. Young Living Essential Oils

Our bodies all respond differently to travel, so it’s important to pack essential oils to prevent and remedy whatever may come for you and your family. For stress during your travel days, try adding a drop of Stress Away behind your ears and on your wrists. For digestive discomfort, add a drop of Digize Vitality to your water. For quality sleep in an unfamiliar place, diffuse or add a few drops to your pillow of Lavender. For sore muscles after day of walking or running in the sand, soak in a warm bath and add a few drops of PanAway. For nausea or car sickness, have Peppermint handy to apply behind the ears or inhale for quick relief. You know your family better than anyone else, so take time to consider what needs may arise and gear up with the best essential oils for them!

6. NingXia Red Pouches and Thieves Hand Sanitizer

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. 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. Speaking of, Thieves Hand Sanitizer and Spray are a must have! When we enter a hotel room or rental we spray all the things commonly touched and the toilet, shower and sink. You can never be sure how clean they are or what the health is of those who came before you or even those cleaning.

7. AromaGuard Deodorant

Warmer weather brings on more sweat, which can bring on unwanted odors. Prevent the stink by packing your AromaGuard Deodorant. Young Living deodorants are aluminum-free and made up of natural ingredients, including coconut oil, beeswax, vitamin E, and pure essential oils. They also have two fresh scents to choose from: Mountain Mint and Meadow Mist. Forgot the deo? We have been known to use Thieves toothpaste or Tea Tree oil instead in a pinch!

8. Sunglasses

You know sun exposure can damage our skin, but did you know that it can also cause damage to your eyes? There are studies that suggest eye damage, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and other eye problems, may be linked to overexposure to the sun. Look for sunglasses that include protection from UVA and UVB rays with about 95-100% blockage. Not only will you look stylish in your new shades, but you’ll also increase your chances of aging well with healthy eyes. Win-win! Pro tip: those antioxidants from Ningxia Red are good for your eyes too!

9. Water Bottle

Hydration is so very important for healthy skin, digestion, and body function. When traveling, it’s easy to forget to drink as much water as you usually do because it may not always be available. Drinking water from plastic bottles could increase your risk of being exposed to toxic chemicals from the plastic. Also, water from taps when traveling can’t be trusted and can be worse than some plastic water bottle sources. Prevent all of this by bringing your own water bottle, preferably one that filters and is BPA-Free. Some favorite brands are Hydroflask, S’well, Klean Kanteen, Camelbak, and bKr.

10. Beach Bag

If you’re hitting the sand on your vacation, don’t forget a canvas beach bag. Seems simple, but you don’t want to make the mistake of finding sand in your favorite purse or backpack for the following year. Find a beach bag with pockets and compartments so you can quickly pack in all of the items above for easy travel!

What are some of your favorite travel must-haves?