Create your own refreshing Mint Mojito that even the kids can enjoy
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INGREDIENTS
Club Soda
doTERRA Lime essential oil
Liquid stevia
1 small batch of mint leaves
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DIRECTIONS
Fill a regular glass with club soda. Add 4-7 drops of doTERRA’s Lime essential oil, 10-17 drops Liquid stevia, and 8-10 mint leaves.
Stir & enjoy!
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Make your own sunscreen with doTerra!
Adapted from a recipe on http://wellnessmama.com
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Avoid all the chemicals and potential carcinogens in store bought sunscreen!
It’s also easier to apply, since it is in a bar (use it almost like soap) and easier for kids to do themselves.
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I would recommend keeping it in the cooler if you take it to the beach, because it will start to get soft when the temperature hits the high 80s, but it will store well at room temperature.
I’d also encourage experimenting with how much coverage you want based on how much Zinc Oxide you add to the recipe, as this will be a smoother and thinner (and more waterproof) coverage
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1 cup coconut oil
1 cup shea butter, cocoa butter or mango butter (or a mix of all three equal to 1 cup)
1 cup beeswax (can add an extra ounce or two if you want a thicker consistency, which leaves less lotion on the skin when used)
2 tablespoons (or more) of Zinc Oxide (available online or in many stores on the diaper aisle, just make sure it is pure zinc oxide- For those concerned about contaminants or nano-particles, this version has larger particles)
5-10 drops of your favorite doTerra Essential Oil (I recommend Lavender since its soothing to the skin – especially in cases of burns. Do not use Citrus Oils since most can cause skin sensitivities in the sun.)
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Combine all ingredients (except zinc oxide and essential oil) in a double boiler, or a glass bowl over a smaller saucepan with 1 inch of water in it.
Turn the burner on and bring water to a boil. Stir ingredients constantly until they are melted and smooth:
Remove from heat and add the zinc oxide powder and essential oils.
Gently stir by hand until essential oils are incorporated.
Carefully pour into molds or whatever you will be allowing the lotion bars to harden in. I used silicon baking cups, though any mold would work. This recipe exactly filled 12 silicon baking cups when I made it.
Allow the lotion bars to cool completely before attempting to pop out of molds.
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They can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge or freezer for longer term storage. Keep below 80 degrees or they will melt.
Adjust coverage to your needs and be careful not to burn while determining how long you can spend in the sun with these.
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It is also important to protect your skin internally by making sure that your body has the nutrients it needs to avoid burning, even when you don’t use sunscreen.
Our Life Long Vitality Supplements provide everything your body needs to stay energetic and healthy all year.
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doTERRA’s Cinnamon Essential Oil
Cinnamon, the common spice, sold in the United States is typically the close cousin Cassia which also is extracted as an effective essential oil with somewhat similar characteristics. True Cinnamon essential oil has more intense properties, is more costly, and some feel more effective. The tropical Cinnamon tree is common to Southeast Asia where the highest quality Cinnamon is grown. Essential oils can be processed from both the inner bark or the leaves of the tree resulting in much different properties. Hence it is important to identify which Cinnamon oil you are using. The oil referenced here is Cinnamon bark and is steam or water extracted from the inner bark of the tree.
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Historically, Cinnamon was so popular, it was the main reason behind the occupation of Ceylon, first by the Portuguese, then the Dutch and then the British. It has been produced in Sri Lanka for over 2,000 years. Ancient writings reflect that using Cinnamon in the home and wearing on the edges of clothes attracts wealth and abundance; besides a flavoring in many recipes, has great medical properties.
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DōTerra Cinnamon is of the family Laureaceae, grown in Indonesia and distilled from the bark of the tree.
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Cinnamon oil can use for aromatic, topical or dietary purposes. It is among the most antiseptic of the essential oils, and many people find it to be highly romantic.
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Properties:
Anti-bacterial, Anti-depressant, Anti-fungal, Anti-infectious, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-Oxidant, Anti-parasitic, Anti-viral, Aphrodisiac, Blood Cleanser and Purifier, Candida minimized, destroys common sources of E.Coli, Salmonewlla, Staphylococcus and Listeria, Food Preservative, Herpes Relief, Immune System Stimulant, Natural Diuretic; mixes well with Citrus oils, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Patchouli, Lavender, Rosemary, Clove, Oregano (with coconut oil), Basil, Roman Chamomile.
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Typical Applications:
Since Cinnamon is both an emotional and physical stimulant its benefits can be enjoyed in a number of ways. Diffusing or as a bath oil (only a small amount since it is very strong, ie hot) can invigorate and help and uplift. As a physical stimulant it can be mixed with a carrier oils and applied topically for sore and painful muscles and joints. Some suggest that for digestive problems that simply a drop of Cinnamon mixed with warm water and a sweetener then slowly sipped helps. It is best to dilute Cinnamon oil, about 1 drop to 40 or 50 drops of fractionated coconut oil, before applying on the skin.
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Cinnamon oil is said to be an aphrodisiac for many. Try aromatic on a regular basis.
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Research
Research at the Wheeling Jesuit University in the USA has proven that the scent of Cinnamon has the ability to boost brain activity. The team of researchers led by Dr. P. Zoladz found that people who were administered with Cinnamon improved their scores on cognitive activities such as attentional processes, virtual recognition memory, working memory and visual-motor response speed.
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Researchers at the US Dept. of Agriculture’s Human Nutrition Research Center in Beltsville, Maryland, studied the effect in various food substances including Cinnamon on blood sugar. They found that a water-soluble polyphenol compound called MHCP which is abundant in Cinnamon synergistically acted with insulin and helped in the better utilization of insulin; so patients diagnosed with type two diabetes use less insulin. To sooth diabetes progression, combine 5 drops of Cinnamon with 5 drops of Cypress and apply to bottoms of feet and over Pancreas.
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Nicole Stevens published results of testing Cinnamon on various cancers with amazing results. See her publication from 2007. (www.aromatools.com)
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Precautions:
Cinnamon can be irritating to the skin, especially sensitive areas, therefore dilute with a carrier oil and use a skin test before topical application. This is a GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) oil for internal consumption but should be done so with proper dilution and used with caution) It is recommended to not use it internally with young children. Consult professional advice before use by those who are pregnant or nursing mothers.
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Make your own Aromatherapy Jewelry
Aromatherapy jewelry is a great way to experience the power of aromatherapy throughout your day. What’s even better is that you can easily make your own aromatherapy jewelry right at home. There is no need to be a crafty person—this DIY project is fun and easy for everyone to do. So go grab some friends (and of course your essential oils) and get together to have a fun girls’ night making homemade jewelry.
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But first, what is aromatherapy jewelry? The jewelry itself is made out of natural clay that can absorb essential oils (such as terra-cotta). You can also find aromatherapy jewelry that is made out of glass or wood (view examples here and here). You can make any type of jewelry you desire: earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pendants, beads, etc. Once the clay is sculpted and dried, you can add the essential oil or blend of your choice to the jewelry. The oil absorbs into the clay and allows you to smell and experience the power of essential oil aromatherapy throughout your day. It’s like your own personal diffuser that goes wherever you do!
Here is a tutorial on how to make necklace pendants, but you can use this same technique to make car air fresheners, Christmas ornaments, key chains, and more. They make wonderful presents as well.
Editor’s tip: Store your scented jewelry when it is not being worn in your linen closet or dresser drawers to keep fabrics smelling great.
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Materials:
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Directions:
1. Grab a handful of terra-cotta clay and rub in palms of hands until it’s soft and pliable.
2. Place a piece of wax paper on the table.
3. Use the rolling pin to roll out the clay until it’s 1/8 inch thick.
4. Take your round object for cutting out circles and press firmly into the clay to make the pendant.
5. Remove the excess clay from the cut out pendants. Take each pendant and stamp the design into clay.
6. Once you have stamped the pendants, take your shish kabob stick (or toothpick) and make a hole in the pendant. Make sure the hole is big enough to fit two strands of string into.
7. With the left over clay, make a few small round beads and put a medium to large size hole in the center of it.
8. Once all the pendants have holes, place them on a cookie sheet covered in aluminum foil and bake or air dry according to the specifications provided with your clay.
9. If baking in the oven, be careful to not overbake. They may seem bendable as soon as you take them out of the oven, but they will harden once they cool completely.
10. Once cool, use sandpaper to lightly smooth away any rough edges. It will temporarily change the color of the clay, but it will return to normal once essential oils are applied.
11. Take your string and cut it to your desired length. You might want to add 4-5 extra inches just to be safe. You can always cut the string shorter later on.
12. Take your pendant and put both ends of your string through the hole. Pull the ends through and put them through the loop. Pull tight. This will help your pendant lay flat on your chest.
13. If you want a shorter necklace that can easily be taken on and off, follow steps 14-15. If not, just tie the two strings together.
14. On one end of the necklace tie a knot a couple inches down. Place a bead on next and then tie a knot on top of the bead so the bead is securely in place. On the other end of necklace, tie a loop that is large enough for the bead to fit through. Cut off any extra string. To take your necklace on and off, simply put the bead in the hole that will act as a clasp.
15. Your necklace pendant is done! Now let’s add the aromatherapy element to it.
16. Put 1 drop of your preferred essential oil onto the pendant. Rub the oil around.
That’s it! Your necklace is ready to wear so you can enjoy mood-enhancing essential oils throughout the day! If the scent begins to fade, you can add another drop to the pendant. Remember that a little essential oil goes a long way. 1 drop is plenty.
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From: Aroma & Olive Oil CookBook
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Ginger & Coriander Chicken Soup
A delicious healing soup which is fantastic for sore throats and seasonal colds. But don’t wait until you are not feeling well, as it is delicious and warming anytime you are in the mood for something comforting and fragrant.
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Ingredients:
1 small bunch cilantro leaves, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
1 ½ to 2 lb. chicken breast, sliced thinly
1 tablespoon corn starch
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
1 tablespoon corn starch
½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
2-3 drops doterra’s ginger essential oil
1 drop doterra’s coriander oil
½ teaspoon sesame oil, optional
2 boiled egg, peeled and diced
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Preparation:
1. Rinse chicken and partially freeze (2-4 hours). Remove from freezer and slice thinly.
2. Marinade sliced chicken in salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Using a small cup combine ½ teaspoon olive oil with essential oils, and sesame oil, and set aside.
4. In a large pot, bring chicken broth and water to a boil. Turn heat to low and add cilantro, Continue to simmer for 10 minutes.
5. While simmering, add chicken and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
6. Stir blended oils into the soup, and garnish with cilantro leaves and diced eggs
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Check out this Simple Tip to Freshen Your Bathroom Naturally with Essential Oils
The idea of making your bathroom smell like a “Spring Breeze” or “Berry Blossom” may be delightful to you, but often those seemingly innocent names for commercial air fresheners are deceptive given the harmful effects that can occur from being exposed to them.
Instead of freshening your bathroom with artificial fragrances that contain toxic chemicals, freshen your bathroom naturally with essential oils using this easy tip.
Materials: All you need is a roll of toilet paper and your favorite dōTERRA essential oil or blend.
Directions: When you take out a new roll of toilet paper, add 2-3 drops of essential oil to the cardboard middle. It will then automatically freshen your bathroom every time it is used.
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Citrus Strawberry Santa
1 lb large strawberries
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3-4 Tablespoons powdered sugar (or sugar substitute – to taste)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 drops of your favorite doTERRA citrus oil (Lemon, Lime, Wild Orange, Grapefruit)
*Wild Orange may change the color of the filing
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Instructions:
1. Rinse strawberries and cut around the top of the strawberry. Remove the top, (enough for a hat). Clean out the whole strawberry with a paring knife, if necessary (some of them are hollow already. Prep all of the strawberries and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, citrus oil and vanilla until creamy. Add cream cheese mix to a piping bag or Ziploc with the corner snipped off. Fill the strawberries with cheesecake mixture.
3. Once strawberries are filled, top with the ‘hats.’ Decorate according to photo.
4. If not serving immediately, refrigerate until serving.
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce with doTERRA’s Wild Orange Essential Oil
2 c. fresh cranberries
1 orange, chopped
1 apple, chopped
1 c. dates, chopped
1 small piece of ginger,grated
1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
1-2 drops doTerra’s Wild Orange EO
Water for consistency if needed
In a processor: Add cranberries, orange, apple, , grated ginger, pineapple and dates and process until chunky texture. Add doTERRA’s Wild Orange EO. Mix well. Add chopped pecans (optional).
Serve.
doTERRA’s Root to Tip Serum
Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum
30 ml
dōTERRA Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum is a salon professional formula infused with essential oils and protective lipids to provide a healthy environment for the scalp and hair. The carefully chosen CPTG essential oils of lavender, peppermint, marjoram, cedar wood, lavandin, rosemary, niaouli, and eucalyptus combine to maximize overall healthy hair and scalp. This powerful, lightweight serum provides extended protection and moisture without weighing hair down or leaving an oily residue.
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The skin and hair are often challenged by a diversity of mechanical, thermal, chemical, or environmental stressors that can induce a response to protect or adapt to the stressor. More often than not, the reaction affects the function of the skin in a negative way. The scalp, and more specifically the hair follicle, plays an essential role in the health of the hair. It is important that scalp concerns be resolved so the scalp can operate under optimal conditions to produce healthy hair. Several practices can contribute to unhealthy hair and scalp. Most of these may not be recognized as having a negative effect. Chemicals used on the hair, such as color treatments, can cause dryness and breakage. Additionally, use of blow dryers and other high heat generating styling tools can damage cuticles, leaving hair and scalp rough and dry. Lack of sleep and poor nutrition can also contribute to hair becoming unhealthy and damaged because the body needs good, healthy nutrients to circulate through the body and promote healthy skin and scalp.
dōTERRA Salon Essential Root to Tip Serum
dōTERRA Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum is a highly concentrated multi-tasking serum fortified with CPTG essential oils and nutrient rich ingredients to help combat unhealthy hair and scalp from the root to the tip! A perfect blend of essential oils and extracts deliver much needed aid to a dry and itchy scalp, as well as provide nutrients to every strand of hair.
A primary ingredient is argan oil, a legendary and effective hydrating and nourishing component, rich with vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Argan oil not only helps to treat split ends and dry hair, it also assists the scalp in helping to restore essential moisture
needed for hair growth and overall health. The special formulation of botanicals easily penetrate the scalp, leaving hair soft, nourished, and noticeably healthy.
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• Provides immediate conditioning, smoothing, and shine at the molecular level
• Contains protective lipids to protect hair and scalp from damaging UV radiation
• Increases color retention in chemically treated hair
• Deep conditions and promotes hair surface maintenance, leaving hair soft, shiny, and silky
• Helps to improve the health of hair, resulting in fewer visible split ends
• The most concentrated, direct way to treat your hair and scalp
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• Special blend of CPTG essential oils help improve overall health of the scalp and hair, and
improve nutrient delivery to the scalp and hair follicles
• Provides nourishment and moisture to both the scalp and hair
• Immediate visual improvement on hair by making it smoother and shinier
• Formulated according to dōTERRA’s “NONE OF THE BAD” philosophy of not using artificial
colors, diethanolamine (DEA), formaldehyde donors, parabens, phthalates, propylene
glycol, sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), sodium laurel sulfate (SLS), toluene, triethanolamine (TEA), and animal testing
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dōTERRA Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum is formulated for all hair types for use as a treatment serum on the ends of the hair and/or a treatment serum for the scalp to protect, moisturize and provide a healthy environment for hair and scalp.
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For a healthy, nourished scalp, apply several drops on clean, damp hair in different locations on the scalp and lightly massage with finger tips. For stronger, smoother hair, apply lightly throughout hair, paying special attention to the ends. Dry and style as usual.
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Hair Styling Tips using dōTERRA’s Root to Tip Serum:
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Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Lavendula angustifolia (Lavender) Essential Oil, Menthapiperita (Peppermint ) Essential Oil, Cedrus atlantica (Cedar Wood) Essential Oil, Lavandula hybrida (Lavandin) Essential Oil, Origanum majorana (Marjoram) Essential Oil, Argania spinosa Kernel Oil, Plukenetia volubilis Seed Oil, Limnanthes alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil,Melaleuca quinquenervia (Niaouli) Essential Oil, Rosmarinus officinalus (Rosemary) Essential Oil, Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus) Essential Oil, Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Salon Essentials Root to Tip Serum
30 ml
Consultant price: $35.00 (35 PV)
Preferred customer: $37.33
Retail customer: $46.67
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Serenity™ is a beautiful essential oil blend, composed of individual oils known for their calming properties. It’s a wonderful way to create a sense of well-being and relaxation.
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Stress is a major contributor to illness and disease. In fact, it’s estimated that more than 90% of all visits to health care professionals are related to stress. Reducing stress and controlling its damaging effects is of keen interest in medical research and modern science has discovered the calming and healing attributes of pure essential oils. Recent studies have shown that essential oils actually reduce stress by calming the nervous system.
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Serenity™, with its peaceful, renewing fragrance, is the perfect way to beat stress and face your world in a calmer, more peaceful manner.
With its subtle aroma, blending together the calming fragrances of Lavender, Sweet Marjoram, Roman Chamomile, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood and Vanilla bean, Serenity™ is ideal for aromatic diffusion or topical application.
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How to use:
Serenity may be especially calming and comforting to young children after an overactive and stressful day.
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Even Cesar, The Dog Whisperer knows the value of Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils! He uses doTERRA’s Serenity effectively on his Australian Kelpie Cross canine friend to help with relaxation.
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Check out this video: Betty shares her personal experience with Serenity and how it helps her concentrate. doTERRA essential oils has helped her and others feel better and live healthier
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