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Tried-and-True Tips for Cooking with Young Living Essential Oils

Dec 15th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

As your essential oil collection increases, so does your know-how. You learn which oils are best to use in the morning. You curate a mental list of diffusion blends that change the mood in your home. And you know which essential oils help you find your Zen when added to bathwater. But did you know that many of our oils can be used in the kitchen? Enjoy the power of essential oils from the inside out!

 

We’ve compiled some of our favorite tips for using essential oils in the kitchen. Add these delicious tips to your repertoire!

 

Breakfast

  1. Waffles: Add 1–4 drops of Orange essential oil to wet waffle mix.
  2. Oatmeal: Add 1 drop of Cinnamon Bark and 2 drops of Orange essential oil to a bowl of oatmeal or oat bran, and then sweeten with Blue Agave.
  3. Lemon with Berries: Add Lemon essential oil to berry protein shakes or to plain yogurt and top with berries.

 

Snacks

  1. Cream Cheese Spread: Put cream cheese into a bowl and mix in Lemon essential oil to taste.
  2. Olive Oil: Add various culinary herb essential oils to your olive oil, such as Rosemary. Pour over a plate of balsamic vinegar and use foccacia bread for dipping.

 

Dinner

  1. Tomato Pasta Sauce: Add 2 drops of Basil essential oil and 1 drop each of Rosemary and Thyme essential oil to tomato sauce base.
  2. Potato Salad: Add 1–2 drops of Dill essential oil to potato salad.
  3. Rice Pilaf: Add 4 drops of Lemon essential oil to water before adding rice.
  4. Salad and Fruit Rinse: Use 3 drops of Lemon essential oil in a bowl of water when rinsing lettuce, grapes, berries, and greens.
  5. Tuna Salad Sandwiches: Add 2 drops of Lemon essential oil per can of tuna and mix with mayonnaise and freshly ground pepper. Spoon onto bread and serve topped with alfalfa sprouts.

 

Beverages

  1. Hot Lemon Tea: In 1 cup of hot water, mix in 3 drops of Lemon essential oil and Blue Agave to taste.
  2. Horchata with a Twist: Add 1 drop of Cinnamon Bark essential oil to a tall glass filled with ice and vanilla rice milk.
  3. Vanilla Protein Shake: Add 2 drops of Lemon or Peppermint essential oil to any vanilla protein shake.
  4. Flavored Water: Add 1 drop of Peppermint essential oil to your gym water bottle.

 

What other  secrets do you have for using essential oils in the kitchen? Share your ideas in the comments!

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Create a Harmonious Atmosphere this Holiday Season

Dec 11th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Young Living FamilyThe most impactful and influential relationships in most people’s lives are with family members. And, for better or for worse, our family is most likely to see us at our best…and our worst. Here are a few ideas for creating an atmosphere of joy and cooperation that will keep things harmonious throughout the holidays!

 

Use your favorite Young Living diffuser, such as the AromaLux or Bamboo diffusers, and try the following suggestions:

 

 

What blends do you diffuse during the holidays to enhance your sense of peace, harmony, and togetherness throughout the season? Share your comments below!

 

—Heidi Jeanfreau, Young Living International and Portfolio Brand Manager

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Six Ways to Finish Your Day Strong!

Dec 8th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Are you running on fumes? Most of us have so many demands on our time that we find our energy waning throughout the day. Your energy levels can make or break your day, so here are six simple suggestions that will turn a small amount of effort into a big return:

 

  1. Bring on the Shutran. Rolling on Shutran™ essential oil blend is a quick and easy step. Although Shutran is designed as an aroma for men, women can enjoy its beneficial properties, too! In particular, Shutran features Young Living’s exclusive Idaho Blue Spruce essential oil, which can help put the bounce back in your step by invigorating both the body and mind.
  2. Drink Up. Water and energy go hand-in-hand. Therefore, it is no surprise that Americans are dehydrated and that they complain of being tired. Carry a water bottle with you that you can refill, and make sure that it has a spout. I find I naturally drink more water if my bottle has one.
  3. Let the Sunshine In. Increasing your exposure to light, especially the sun, can improve energy, so open the blinds or turn on an extra light at your workplace. Be aware that for a small percentage of the population, the relationship between sunlight and mood may need extra consideration; if you find that your lack of energy is accompanied by seasonal depression, you might want to explore talking with a doctor and trying light therapy.
  4. Lighten up Lunch. Your body’s circadian rhythm naturally winds down in the afternoon. When you combine that with a heavy lunch, your body will focus on digestion with very little left to keep your mind sharp or even awake. A good rule of thumb is to keep your lunches around 500 calories.
  5. Get a Little Nutty. Munch on a handful of walnuts or flaxseed. Studies show that the omega-3s in these healthy snacks will boost your body’s natural energy.
  6. Liven it Up. Get your juices flowing with lively music! Sports psychologists have found that lively music helps relieve stress and fight fatigue.

 

When you head out the door for your workday, toss a bag of nuts, a water bottle, headphones, and a bottle of Shutran in your bag. Soak in the sunshine and pack a lighter lunch. These steps may be simple, but they will increase your energy, help you be more productive, and make your day great!

 

—Gloria Russo, International and Portfolio Brand Manager, Personal Care

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  1. Emily Clay says:

    That is a very nice ideas for living life as a young.


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Looking Back at Young Living’s 20th Year

Dec 4th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

What did we do in 2014? We celebrated our 20th anniversary all year long, and we captured some of our year-long celebration’s most significant highlights on film! Watch this exciting video of some of the year’s most memorable moments and celebrate with us all over again! Click below.

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Introducing Young Living’s New ART Skin Care System

Dec 1st, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Great skin care starts with three fundamental steps: cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. Our new ART® Skin Care System offers three reformulated products that are designed to do just that. Authentic beauty radiates from within, and these products were created to emphasize your inherent beauty in a safe, natural way that doesn’t compromise your long-term health.

 

Gentle Cleanser, Refreshing Toner, and Light Moisturizer serve as the foundation of your daily skin care regimen. Let’s take a closer look at these newest additions to our ART product line:

 

ART Gentle Cleanser

Cleansing twice daily is the first step to healthier-looking skin. Offering the same essential oil benefits as its predecessor, our new Gentle Cleanser uses additional plant-based ingredients to gently and effectively remove pore-clogging impurities from the skin.

 

We recommend using ART Gentle Cleanser morning and night or after any heavy sweating. Use lukewarm water and lather a nickel-sized amount of cleanser with your hands before massaging it onto the face. Rinse, and then pat dry. The mild foaming action leaves your face feeling clean, soft, and supple without stripping it of its natural oils.

 

ART Refreshing Toner

Applying toner is an oft-skipped step, but if you want maximum benefits from your skin care regimen, don’t leave it out! Providing essential oils in a light, easily-absorbing formula, ART Refreshing Toner smoothes and balances the skin after cleansing, diminishes the appearance of pores, and removes residual particles left behind after cleansing. To apply, dampen a cotton ball with toner and gently swipe across clean, dry skin.

 

 

ART Light Moisturizer

A good moisturizer forms a hydrating barrier on the skin to lock moisture and other beneficial ingredients into the skin and protect it from environmental attacks. Our new ART Light Moisturizer combines the best features of the former Day Activator and Night Reconstructor into one advanced, essential oil-infused formula. With new active botanicals that work with all skin types to help retain and maintain proper hydration, ART Light Moisturizer also reduces the visible signs of aging, evens skin tone, and improves skin elasticity. Massaged into the face morning and evening after applying toner, this moisturizer leaves your complexion refreshed, renewed, and radiant.

 

We can hardly wait for you to try these exciting new products! This easy-to-follow skin care regimen is gentle enough for every skin type and helps build healthy, youthful-looking skin now and long term. Your skin is a canvas—prepare it beautifully!

 

Gloria Russo—International and Portfolio Brand Manager, Personal Care

38 thoughts on “Introducing Young Living’s New ART Skin Care System

  1. Pat Craig says:

    i love my essential oils and diffuser, now I would like to get into looking after my skin too, as my oils have made a difference in my life, so give me the chance to take care of my skin


  2. Rosie Balsiger says:

    I’ve used Mary Kay for 36 years and this is the first time I’ve been wanting to try the skin care products from another company. I’ve learned so much about the oils and fell in love with everything that I’ve used so far.


  3. Judith Hemry says:

    Am excited to try the facial products. Need to work on some wrinkles


  4. Christine says:

    Have loved our YL Oils thus far and would love to dive into some new products. Recently I choose to not buy skin care from a well known company that I have used for over 20 years. The chemical smell was too much for me this time around. Looking to use more natural products. Made my daughters acne skin care with tea tree oil and it works wonderful for her. Excited to do for her what I didn’t know I could years ago. She is already steps ahead as far as I am concerned Would love to try Young Living ART’s skin care line! Thanks for such wonderful opportunities to win such great gifts.


  5. Lorrie South says:

    I would love to try these I have a show coming up and would be great to show case these!!!


  6. Brandi says:

    These products would do me a world of good! Can’t wait to try them out!


  7. Jenna Baltzell says:

    I LOVE YL AND I LOVE MY SKIN!!!!!!!!


  8. Dawn DuBois says:

    I am so excited about this new skin care line from Young Living. Can’t wait to try them out. My skin has been so dry since Menopause and I want to see how much better it can be!!


  9. Linda says:

    I love Young Living Essential Oils. Looking forward to trying your ART products.


  10. Slade Geiger says:

    Love the ART skin care system!


  11. Rhonda Dragon says:

    I love, love the ART skin care line! I can’t imagine any better, but can’t wait to try the new formula!


  12. Terri Fish says:

    I definitely need to try these products for myself my daughter. Teenage acne prone skin. Please pick me or tell me price.


  13. Pat McCray says:

    I can not wait to use these products as my skin is beginning to age. It needs refreshing!


  14. Patty says:

    I have used a line of beauty products from a well known company for years but am looking forward to trying Young Living’s ART line of products for my skin care as I love using the oils!


  15. Pat McCray says:

    Can not wait to try these products as my skin is being to age. It needs refreshing!


  16. Ann Czech says:

    My daughter needs these products, her face is thru teenage era!!


  17. Barb says:

    I am new to YL and would love to be able to use the new products on my very special skin! Thank you!!


  18. marlene thorlakson says:

    I would love to win the ART skin care. I have used one of the cleansers and day cream and really like them.


  19. Tammy Church says:

    i would absolutely love to try these! My skin is in horrible condition right now and I need something to help. Oily in spots, dry in others! Help! Hoping to win!!


  20. Sharon says:

    I’ve been looking for a good skin care program for several months of those I’ve looked at, this ART Skin Care Collection looks to be the one for me. CAN’T wait to get it.


  21. Tan Chor Boey Florence says:

    Hi, I would love to win the skin care product, I have sensitive skin. Current skin condition is very bad, hope to see improvement on my skin condition after using it and more presentable at work. Thank you Young Living ! God bless!


  22. Katie Ault says:

    i would love to try this line.


  23. Patricia Thompson says:

    I have been using essential oils with my skincare system and would love to try the Art skin care system!


  24. Coralene says:

    I know these products will be amazing, as all the others are!
    Thank you!


  25. Larisa says:

    Hope to try it one day!


  26. Charlotte says:

    I would love to try these. As I get older I realize how important it is to care for my skin.


  27. Andrea Betts says:

    I would like to use this product . And share


  28. Heidi Greenleaf says:

    I would love to try this.i’m sure it’s amazing like all your products.i love YL oils


  29. Debbie says:

    I would love to share these new products with my growing downline !


  30. Debbie says:

    I would love to share this new product with my growing downline!


  31. Karli says:

    Now that the ART line has been reformulized I can’t wait to see how it helps my skin as its been acting up from my recently becoming pregnant for the first time! And the fact that its chemical free makes me feel so much better about using it over any other body care products on the market!


  32. Sarah Davis says:

    I’m looking forward to trying these out!


  33. Rae says:

    I have terrible rosacea and I’m 61 years old and my skin isreally starting to wrinkle and get big pores. Nothing seems to help. This sounds like it would be very beneficial for me.


  34. Lori Montgomery says:

    I so want to try these facial products. I have been trying to figure out how to make these items.


  35. Natalie cook_davis says:

    I have been looking for something for my skin and would really like to try this out. so many products on the market right now are filled with chemicals. i love yl products!


  36. Denise Cole says:

    I love Young Living Products and would like to try this new product.


    • Linda says:

      So excited to try these products.


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Treasure the Season this December

Dec 1st, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

There are some aromas that you can’t help but associate with the holidays: spiced apple cider, a fire roaring in the fireplace, fresh pine needles. Just one smell and you’re suddenly reliving your fondest wintertime memories.

 

Young Living Promotion - Vetiver and Treasure the SeasonThis month we are excited to introduce a limited-time holiday essential oil blend for December’s promotions that will become one of your favorite unforgettable holiday aromas: 5-ml Treasure of the Season. Combining two different varieties of Frankincense with Idaho Blue Spruce and Cinnamon Bark essential oils, its warm, soft, woodsy aroma is both peaceful and festive. Use Treasure of the Season in potpourri, diffuse it during holiday gatherings, or inhale it directly in quiet moments to create an environment of calm and celebration!

 

The only way to get this exclusive blend is by placing a qualifying 300 PV order during the month of December. Along with Treasure of the Season, you’ll get a 5-ml bottle of Vetiver essential oil and 10 percent back in Essential Rewards points on your order! Visit YoungLiving.com to get all the details on this unique promotion.

 

What are your favorite Young Living essential oils and blends to use during the holidays? Let us know in the comments!

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Meet Member Services this Thanksgiving!

Nov 26th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Along with autumn pleasures of crunchy leaves, fluffy socks, and hot chocolate, each November in the U.S. affords us the opportunity to reflect on our blessings. We’re thankful this Thanksgiving season for the privilege of transforming people’s lives through our products; for our visionary founder and CEO, D. Gary Young, who leads the charge; and for our members, who are the lifeblood of our company.

 

We’re also especially thankful for our Member Services employees, who provide impeccable service to our members through live chat, email, and phones. They truly keep this company running smoothly! We asked some of our Member Services employees to share what they’re thankful for—from jazz music, to family, to great coworkers! Get to know some of the people who help answer your Young Living questions!

 

Katy P.: U.S. Team Lead

Young Living Member Services Katy“I am thankful for the color pink! Foxy singers like Ella Fitzgerald. The holidays, mostly Christmas. The fortune of having access to organic, natural foods. The best job in the whole entire world and even better co-workers. People who have the ability to make you laugh. The opportunity to go to school and learn. The ocean. Unicorns. Living close to magnificent mountains—I will always be a mountain girl. Books! Glorious books! Twinkle lights. The love of my life and the beautiful example he is to me. And beautiful music! Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!”

 

Young Living Member Services Alita


Alita Q.: Canada Phone Support

“I am thankful for my family. They are the most important thing in my life. I am also thankful for my job at Young Living. I love what I do. It is really rewarding, and there is never a dull moment. The members are awesome!”

 

 

 

Young Living Member Services SuzanneSuzanne D.: U.S. Phone Support

“I’m thankful for the lessons I have learned from my mother, who celebrated her 85th birthday this month. She is a wonderful example of service. She raised us to be respectful of others and to look for the good in everyone. She has cooked meals, dressed wounds, settled arguments, chased away boogey men, and has always provided a warm and loving environment. Her potato salad is the best, even though she doesn’t think so. This Thanksgiving season we are so very thankful to have her in our lives.”

 

Young Living Member Services JentriJentri C.: Product Support

“We are all thankful during the whole year, but sometimes we forget to voice it at times other than during the holidays. I’m so thankful for my family! They’re always there for me when I need them and always willing to help in any way possible. My life would not be the same without them! I’m very grateful to work at such an amazing company with amazing people. I have learned so much about the wonderful products and also learned a lot about myself since I started working here. I hope everyone can be with their family and have a wonderful holiday!”

 

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Get to Know the Newest Everyday Oil: Melaleuca Alternifolia

Nov 25th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

As the newest addition to the Everyday Oils essential oil collection, expectations are high for Melaleuca Alternifolia. Because only the most useful and popular products make their way into Everyday Oils, we know that our members are going to love the way this oil fits in with classics like Lavender, Lemon, Thieves®, and PanAway®!

 

Commonly known as tea tree oil, Melaleuca has long been valued for its cosmetic benefits, especially for its natural skin-cleansing benefits. Melaleuca’s intrinsic properties cleanse away dirt, toxins, and dead skin, giving you healthy-looking and feeling skin.

 

Qualities like these have led Young Living to include Melaleuca Alternifolia essential oil in formulations such as Purification® blend, our Animal Scents products, and in Melaleuca-Geranium Moisturizing Soap.

 

Looking for ways to use Melaleuca Alternifolia? Here are some suggestions:

  • Use a cotton swab to apply Melaleuca Alternifolia directly to the face.
  • Add a drop to your shampoo to support a healthy-feeling scalp.
  • If you forget to transfer your laundry to the dryer in a timely manner, run another washing cycle with a few drops of Melaleuca Alternifolia added to the water.
  • Add a drop of Melaleuca Alternifolia to soften the skin around a splinter before removing it.
  • Freshen and deodorize your rugs. Combine a few drops each of Melaleuca Alternifolia and Lavender with ¼ cup baking soda. Leave mixture overnight to let the oils absorb into the baking soda, and then sprinkle over rug and vacuum immediately. (As a bonus, your vacuum will smell fresher, too!)
  • Diffuse Melaleuca Alternifolia to purify the air in your home or workspace.

 

Are you discovering Melaleuca Alternafolia for the first time? Are you a long-time fan? Let us know why you’re looking forward to getting Melaleuca Alternifolia essential oil in your Everyday Oils collection in the comments!

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The Science and Art of Diffusing Essential Oils

Nov 24th, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Our mind creates powerful connections between scent and our emotions, surroundings, and memories. Diffusing essential oils is a simple but effective way to access those connections. It can also help build new and positive memories and experiences.

 

Because diffusion distributes essential oil molecules into the air so effectively, it is an excellent way to maximize the beneficial properties of essential oils. There are lots of different ways to diffuse, so let’s talk about the most effective methods. It’s important to note that overheating essential oils using aroma lamps or candles can render the oils less beneficial, so we’ll focus on different cold-air diffusion methods.

 

Direct Inhalation

You may simply open a bottle of essential oil and inhale or put a few drops of oil on the palm of your hand, rub your hands together, and then cup your hands over your nose and mouth and inhale. You can even add a few drops of oil to a bowl of hot (not boiling) water and inhale the vapor.

 

Cold-Air Fan

Young Living’s Travel Fan Diffuser introduces convenience and portability to essential oil diffusion. The Travel Fan diffuses by blowing cool air through the essential oil pad, releasing beneficial essential oil molecules into the air.

 

Ultrasonic Diffusers

Ultrasonic diffusion combines the advantages of a humidifier, air purifier, atomizer, and aromatherapy diffuser into one by breaking a mixture of essential oils and water into millions of microparticles and dispersing them into the air. Young Living has several ultrasonic diffusers with features our members love, such as:

  • The new Rainstone Diffuser: Beautifully designed with a robust feature set including 1, 2, 3, 6, and 8 hour settings with automatic shutoff; 5 soft LED light settings (blue, yellow, purple, alternating each color, and off); a negative ionizer; and a remote control.
  • USB Orb Diffuser: Small, new, and easily portable with an egg-shaped design, it is spill proof, making it ideal for the car, office, or at home.
  • Bamboo Diffuser: Elegant design, LED light, and timer settings for 1–4 hours of continuous diffusion.
  • Rose Home Diffuser: Ambient light control, settings for alternating on/off or continuous diffusion, and automatic shutoff.
  • Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser: Elegant and décor-friendly design, multicolored LED lights, remote control, built-in speakers, ambient music, and audio input.

 

Atomizing Diffuser

Atomizing technology transforms essential oils into a vapor of millions of microparticles, dispersing the powerful, undiluted plant constituents found in Young Living essential oils into the air with no water added. Young Living’s new AromaLux Atomizing Diffuser includes an array of features and settings, including our highest vapor output, our most customizable volume and run time settings (with automatic shutoff), and a quiet motor.

 

What’s your favorite Young Living diffuser? Share how you diffuse your favorite blends in the comments!

 

—Heidi Jeanfreau, Young Living International and Portfolio Brand Manager

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Give Hand-Carved Soaps with Our Newest DIY!

Nov 21st, 2014 | Category: Young Living Product Blog

Young Living Carved Soaps Young Living products always make great gifts. To add an extra personal touch, try our newest DIY: Hand-carved Young Living soaps. These soaps are a thoughtful and creative way to share Young Living and make great gifts for friends and neighbors!

 

Materials needed:

  • Any Young Living bar soap
  • Paper
  • Cuticle pusher, nail file, or other small carving tool
  • 3 pins

 

1.    Choose your soap and design.

Lemon Sandalwood Cleansing Soap™ and Thieves® Cleansing Soap are my favorites, so I made a gift out of each: one for my neighbor and one for me! For the designs, I made a “T” (for my neighbor’s last name) and the Young Living logo. I measured the soaps (the top face is approximately 3 inches by 1 5/8 inches) and created a simple design on paper to fit. Here are some templates you can use to get started:

 

Young Living Soap Template    Young Living Carved Soap Template    Young Living Carved Soap Template

To use a template, copy and paste the image into your preferred word-processing program. Make sure the outside square has the right dimensions (3 inches by 1 5/8 inches) and print.

 

Young Living Carved Soaps 2.    Prepare your soap.

Use two pins to hold your design in place, inserting the pins into an area you plan to carve out later. Use the third pin to prick through the paper around the border of your design, creating an outline. If the design outline doesn’t seem clear enough after the paper is removed, feel free to go over it with a pen or pencil. You can remove the marks when you’re done carving.

 

 

3.    Carve your design.

Young Living Carved Soaps Don’t worry about buying any special tools. I used items I had around the house to carve my designs: a cuticle pusher and a nail file. When you’re done carving, remove any pen or pencil marks with a cotton swab dampened in hot water. You can also use this method to help smooth out the carving lines.

When you’re cleaning up, don’t throw away the soap shavings. I put the leftovers of each soap in their own organza bag, and then used them as loofas in the shower. They created a great velvety lather, and I was grateful I didn’t waste any of the soap!

 

Young Living Carved Soaps 4.    Add the finishing touches.

I added a simple ribbon to the box for embellishment, and then presented the “T”-carved soap to my neighbor, who loved it!

 

If you have ideas for exciting designs or any suggestions on how to best use the soap shavings, please give us your thoughts in the comments. Enjoy your personalized bar soaps!

 

Gloria Russo—International and Portfolio Brand Manager, Personal Care

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  1. Jeanette Castelino says:

    Thanks for the carving idea! I would use the shavings in my soap dispenser(s)! You would need to shake it once in a while to help dissolve the soap. You can divide the shavings between your dispensers, too.


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