R.C.

R.C. (Respiratory Care): This blend of Spruce, Cypress, and three types of Eucalyptus (E. Globulus, E. Radiata, and E. Citriodora) essential oils packs a big punch! Its robust scent is a great way to perk up and its energetic aroma will help you stay motivated throughout the day. One sniff and you’ll know why people don’t want to find themselves without this blend. Here are just a couple of the ways you can use R.C.:

• place a few drops in a hot bath or shower to let the combination of R.C. and warm water calm and soothe you.

• apply topically before a workout or combine with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex for a post-exercise foot or back massage.

• mix with a carrier oil and rub on your chest and brim of your nose to help support healthy respiratory function.

**R.C. Is no longer in the PSK but should definately be one you add to you oil collection!

Frankincense

A fun fact for you:

Frankincense essential oil is considered a holy oil in the Middle East, where it has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years and was one of the gifts given to Christ at his birth. Frankincense is mentioned in the Ebers Papyrus, an ancient Egyptian scroll from approximately 1500 BCE, that documents its use. 
Young Living distills Frankincense oil from the resin of Boswellia carterii trees located in northern Africa, near the Arabian Peninsula. 
So cool, right? That oil comes in the starter kit- what?! How lucky are we? Here are some other uses for Frankincense.

Frankincense: trusty Frank is arguably one of the most recognizable essential oils due to its wide range of supportive properties, as well as being one of the gifts given to baby Jesus. It’s amazing to add to your daily facial moisturizer to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. When diffused, the warm, woodsy fragrance may lead to feelings of grounding and purpose.

• put two drops in your hands, cup them, and inhale deeply to help ease anxious feelings.

• rub a couple drops on your temples and across your forehead to relieve tension and bring a sense of calming.

• diffuse during meditation for more focused attention.

• Add to you lotion to help improve skin.

Purification

Purification: this blend is our household FAVORITE. It's a blend of Citronella, Lemongrass, Lavandin, Rosemary, Tea Tree, and Myrtle essential oils, is great for removing any offensive odor in your home or car. Apply it to a few cotton balls to put inside a smelly sports bag, or add a few drops to a rag before throwing it in your laundry. Diffuse Purification on those days you cook fish or have a houseful of kids. You can also use Purification in these ways:

• put a drop or two on a clothespin and attach it to your car’s air vent to keep odors at bay.

• put a few drops inside stinky shoes before washing.

• diffuse together with Thieves to keep your home smelling fresh and clean.

• Add to baking soda, spread on carpet and vacuum up

**Purification is no longer in the Premium Starter Kit. I highly suggest adding this baby to your oil collection!

Stress Away

Stress Away: ahhhhhh. Stress Away does exactly what the name suggests: it helps bring relief to everyday stresses we all feel. This blend of Copaiba, Lime, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Ocotea, and Lavender essential oils smells amazing and when diffused or applied topically provides a calming aroma and feeling. You can affix the rollerball included in the starter kit to the bottle of Stress Away, so it’s at the ready whenever you feel life's challenges frustrating you. Here are some more ways to use it:

• apply it to kids to calm them on rough days, or yourself during high stress situations.

• mix with Epsom salts to create a spa-like bath experience.

• diffuse with Lavender to relax the family after a long day.

• Roll on your wrists and behind you ears

Panaway

Hi! This week I am breaking down Young Livings Premium Starter Kit (PSK) into easy-to use steps. The PSK is how I started and fell in love with oils. It is such an amazing way to start your wellness journey and the best way to get started with using essential oils. If you are just starting, welcome! Search PSK and make sure you catch up on all the posts. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or want to get started!

PanAway: PanAway is a perfect companion after a workout, or a lifesaver for those days that you’ve overexerted yourself physically. This blend of Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, and Peppermint essential oils can be used in a massage to help ease muscle discomfort. This oil might just become your best friend (you know it's mine).- mix with Peppermint, Valor, Lemongrass, and coconut oil for a soothing muscle cream.

• mix with V6 Vegetable Oil in a roller bottle to take on the go or put in your workout bag.

• Add massage or bring with when you go get your next massage!

• Always have with you if you work at a desk

• Bring withy you on hikes for when those calves start to hurt

Lemon Vitality

Hi! This week I am breaking down Young Livings Premium Starter Kit (PSK) into easy-to use steps. The PSK is how I started and fell in love with oils. It is such an amazing way to start your wellness journey and the best way to get started with using essential oils. If you are just starting, welcome! Search PSK and make sure you catch up on all the posts. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or want to get started!

Lemon Vitality: cold-pressed from lemon rinds, Lemon essential oil has a strong, purifying, citrus scent that is revitalizing and uplifting. It contains 68% d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant. Lemon Vitality can also be used to enhance the flavor of foods and water. Here are a few more of the many things Lemon can do:

• two drops of Lemon Vitality oil added to your favorite lemon bar recipe heightens the freshness of the flavors.

• combine with Peppermint Vitality and Grapefruit Vitality as support for an all-natural, healthy weight management regimen.

• a drop or two of Lemon can help you get sticky, hard to remove items or residue off of windows and other surfaces with ease.

• diffuse lemon to brighten mood.

• Add a few drops of lemon to a full sink of water to clean fruit and vegetables naturally.

Sign me up for this PSK, please!