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If you are like me you have been trying lots of toxin-free personal products. I have even tried making my own pit paste and stick deodorant. For a few years I have been using Young Living Deodorant and I like it! They have two scents, both are nice.  They are safe products that even children can use without worry. (if you have kids you know some need deo early 😳) A friend mentioned that she was traveling and forgot her deodorant  so she used her Thieves Aromabrite toothpaste as pit paste. She raved about how well it worked and she now only uses it. So I decided to do a little experiment of my own and try it out.  My conclusion after a week of only using toothpaste for deodorant, I am a convert! Here is what I found. It only takes a tiny pea size, I have NO body odor even after 24 hours. I don't have to re-apply (this may change in the heat of summer). It feels smooth, not sticky, dries fast, and doesn't stain my clothes.  It is a winner!...

Starting Monday, February 11, at 8 a.m., MT, through Thursday, February 14, at 11:59 p.m., MT, 5 ml Rose essential oil will be available for 15 percent off on all Quick Orders, while supplies last.   Rose Item No.: 3623D Promotion Wholesale Price: $162.35 PV: 79.70 Essential Rewards: No Quick Order: Yes On top of this three-day discount, Young Living is also giving 5 ml Sensation to those with at least two personal enrollments between Monday, February 11, and Monday, February 18. Those who   qualify will receive a bottle with the next Quick Order they place after February 25. In order to take advantage of this special, you must have a Young Living account. To sign up click here.  You can choose which starter kit you want and add the Rose oil to your order.  Fun fact: It takes approximately 22 pounds of rose petals distilled to make a 5-ml bottle of Young Living Ro...

Do you love a bath bomb but not the price, sketchy ingredients, and loads of dye that stains your tub? Me too! They are so easy to make and the ingredients are easy to come by.  You will notice I don't use any dyes in my products. That is my personal preference. I have a jetted tub and I do not like trying to get it clean after using brightly colored bath products. I also don't add lots of dried flowers or herbs for the same reason. Who needs to spend even more time cleaning? Watch the step by step video below or skip on down for the recipe and directions. When fully combined it will feel like wet sand and hold its shape when pressed in your hand. However you decide to mold them, they will need 24 hours to completely dry before they are stored.  In the video, I used lavender essential oil and organic vanilla extract for relaxing bath experience. Below is a list of oils and why you might want to use them. Eucalyptus - respiratory...

I try to add a new product with my monthly order whenever possible. Most months I have so many needs that I can only fit one new item. This month I was able to get two! I love them both! Let's talk about lipstick.  I love lipstick. Often, it's the only makeup I wear along with mascara. The thing is,  I'm getting older and have trouble with many lipsticks feathering, but not the Cinnamint Infused Lipstick. I ordered Untamed.  It is my new favorite and I will be ordering more colors next month.  So here it is on with no other makeup, my usual look. I'm fair complected, and this is a great winter color for me.  Another product used daily in our home is the lavender lotion. It goes a long way and so nourishing to the skin.  I was getting ready to order another bottle when I thought I have never even tried any of the other options. WELL, the Genesis lotion is great! I love the light scent and how far a little dab goes. I am so glad I ventured...

There are so many reports on the dangers of toxic cleaners. Have you read this one? IMPACT OF CLEANING PRODUCTS ON WOMEN'S LUNGS AS DAMAGING AS 20-A-DAY CIGARETTE HABIT: STUDY The point of cleaning is to make our environment healthy and safe. If it is making your environment toxic and hurting your health it is time to change.  Did you know that I save around $15 a month by using Thieves cleaner instead of the stuff I used to buy at the store? It has replaced my toilet cleaner, floor cleaner, and shower scrub. I can use it on my granite countertops, wood floors, baseboards, and dust my furniture with it. I have put it in my dishwasher with vinegar in place of the rinse aid.  Here is a recipe for making foaming cleaning bombs . They can be used in the toilet or the dishwasher! If you just keep the mix in a jar instead of pressing into molds it is a good scrub for tubs, grout etc. Cost breakdown: (on the Young Living products the price is wholesale ...

Life is full of transitions. Some are so natural we hardly notice. Others are exciting and rewarding and we run through it like a finish line.  Then there are the rough transitions.   No matter what type of journey we are on change can be difficult and full of surprises. Even just the transition from summer to back to school can be hard. We all need some adjustment time, but we don't always get it. Our family is on a good journey with lots of wonderful things ahead but it still isn't easy. For me, one of the hardest things about moving to a new state is leaving my amazing community. The second is the time spent in limbo. I am trying to embrace this journey and I am finding my essential oils are very helpful for each stage.  Here are a few of the many options we have to help support us emotionally while we tackle life! White Angelica is my "have an amazing day" oil. I apply to the tops of my shoulders, the top of my head, and w...

More details to come, but I couldn't wait to share all of the great new things coming! These items are available today at 10 am MT (11 am Central) for quick order!   The name and price details (that I could find) are at the bottom. If you don't have your own Young Living account yet, what are you waiting for? Learn more here. ·   Kunzea Essential Oil – Item #23433, WHSL $39.75, $52.30, PV 3975 Charcoal Bar Soap - Item # 23799, WHSL $12.50, Retail $16.45, PV 12.50 Orange Blossom Moisturizer – Item # 21622, WHSL $33.50, Retail 44.08, PV 33.50 Orange Blossom Facewash – Item # 20176, WHSL #39.75, Retail $52.30, PV 39.75 Maximum Strength Acne Treatment – Item # 23795, WHSL $26.00, Retail $34.21, PV 26.00 Mascara – Item # 21072, WHSL $29.75, Retail $39.14, PV 29.75 Mirah Lustrous Hair Oil – Item # 23705, WHSL $26.75, Retail, $35.20, PV 26.75 50 SPF Sunscreen – Item #24137, WHSL $29.50...

This past weekend I did a break up with your make up class with some of my E. oily friends. I did a powerpoint with all the skincare and makeup from Young Living! The room was set up in a U shape with personal mirrors, and table glitter for a bit of glam.    To the side, we had the FULL line of makeup and skincare on display. This allowed us to swatch and color match for everyone so they could order their best colors!  I don't have the full line but between the three of us that put the class on, we have everything! So do classes with your crossline cousins. :)  I am so sad I didn't take pictures of everyone after they were all made up in their Savvy Faces! Look below for my Fast Savvy Face right before the class.  Suggested supply list for the class: Diffusers - (gotta make the room smell amazing) I diffused lime and peppermint that day.  Tables cloths - this gives continuity to the room and makes for ea...