Spring Into Summer with Essential Oils

 

 

 

Problem: Sunburn

Solution: Mix lavender oil with coconut oil and rub on.

Problem: Bugs

Solution: Purification oil is a natural insect repellent!

Problem: Allergies

Solution: The allergy-bomb. Diffuse equal drops peppermint, lemon and lavender oils.

Problem: Summer Cold

Solution: Thieves oil – a drop in a glass of water, rub on bottom of your feet, and disinfect those countertops!

Problem: Your kids are 2 days into summer vacation and are already BORED….

Solution: Peace & Calming Oil – diffused, dropped in a bath, Inhaled… lets be honest, i suggest you stock up on this one.

To get your YOUNG Living premium starter kit with the everyday oils collection, a home diffuser and much more, click the order tab above.

***with your premium starter kit purchase in may, the pretty oil team will send you the essential oils reference guide as a welcome gift!

 

 

 

 

When Life Gives You...Lemon Essential Oil...

When life gives you lemon essential oil....You basically have been handed a little vile of awesome sauce.

****To celebrate a May!!, the first person to purchase a premium starter kit is getting a lemon essential oil on me! To get yours, click here!

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Lemon essential oil is cold pressed from the rind of Citrus limon. Lemon essential oil promotes clarity of thought and purpose and has a purifying citrus scent that is invigorating, enhancing, and warming and is known as one of the most fragrant essential oils.

PRIMARY BENEFITS: • D-limonene supports a normal immune system – Lemon contains d-limonene, an antioxidant that has been linked to healthy immune system function.
• Promotes clarity of thought and purpose
• Energizes and stimulates the mind and body – Studies show that inhaling lemon can actually counter occasional feelings of depression.
• Opens and releases emotional blocks
• Supports skin health – it may be useful for cleansing the skin and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Who Should Use Lemon Essential Oil?
• Those looking for focus and clarity when the mind feels cloudy or confused
• Anyone looking to maintain a healthy immune system
• Those seeking an uplifting and energizing boost throughout the day
EXTENDED LIST OF LEMON USES:
COUGHS- Breaks up mucus, fights infection, soothes throat
DISHWASHER- Add a few drops to help remove hard water spots.
GUM, OIL, GREASE, CRAYONS- Use 1-2 drops of Lemon oil to remove gum, oil, grease spots or crayon.
VARICOSE VEINS- Rub several drops of Lemon oil on varicose veins to improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.
LEMONADE- For homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 Tbls. of honey and 2 cups of pure water. Adjust to suite your own taste.
FRESH FRUIT- To clean and increase shelf life of fresh fruit, fill a bowl with cool water and 2-3 drops of Lemon oil. Drop cleaned fruit into the water and stir. Be sure all surfaces of the fruit contact the lemon
COUNTER TOPS- Add 2-3 drops of Lemon oil to water and spray counter to sterilize. Also, degrease your pots and pans with a little lemon oil! (we recommend using an empty bottle of thieves spray)
DISHCLOTHS- Soak your dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water and a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.
BATHROOM DISINFECTANT- Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom.

So there you have it. And of course, Lemon is part of the Premium Starter Kit.