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Face Moisturizer and essential oils

My current favorite oil "recipe."

Take an almost full, small bottle of V6 oil. Add 10 drops Frankincense, 10 drops

Three Wise Men, and 10 drops of Valor. Shake gently before using.  

I use this mixture as face moisturizer, and anywhere else I have dry skin, like

hands, elbows, feet, etc. I also use a tiny bit as conditioner on my hair after I

towel-dry it.

Since doing this, I've noticed that fine lines are gone, and age spots are also

fading to almost imperceptible.

Carmen

Face Moisturizer and essential oils

My current favorite oil "recipe."

Take an almost full, small bottle of V6 oil. Add 10 drops Frankincense, 10 drops

Three Wise Men, and 10 drops of Valor. Shake gently before using.  

I use this mixture as face moisturizer, and anywhere else I have dry skin, like

hands, elbows, feet, etc. I also use a tiny bit as conditioner on my hair after I

towel-dry it.

Since doing this, I've noticed that fine lines are gone, and age spots are also

fading to almost imperceptible.

Carmen

Natural Sunscreen Tip

The most effective sunscreen I have ever found isORGANIC
AVOCADO OIL + LAVENDER essential oil.
I have always had skin that burned very quickly, and I lived at the
beach in South Florida and now in the tropics in Asia. I put a little
avocado oil into my palm, add a few drops of lavender essential oil,
mix with my dominant hand, and apply. If I need more, I repeat the
process until my body is covered.

Avocado oil also is very soothing and hydrating for the
skin.
Many wishes for optimal health,
Frances Fuller
Singapore & Bali

101 USES FOR THE YOUNG LIVING® THIEVES® PRODUCTS

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Thieves®

Thieves® Oil Blend is formulated with highly antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-infectious essential oils. Thieves® Oil Blend was created based on research of a group of 15th century thieves in France who protected themselves by rubbing themselves with cloves,
rosemary, and other aromatics while robbing plague victims. This Young Living proprietary blend was university tested and found to
be highly effective in supporting the immune system and good health. This proprietary blend has also been documented to kill over 99.96%
of bacteria it comes into contact with.

Thieves® Oil Blend use directly from bottle, diffuse, or dilute with purified water to spritz.

Ingredients:
Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) has a sweet, spicy fragrance that is stimulating and revitalizing. An important ingredient in Thieves® lend due to its wonderful immune-enhancing features, its principal constituent is eugenol, an element that is used in the dental industry
to numb gums. Clove is the highest-scoring single ingredient ever tested for its antioxidant capacity on the ORAC scale.

Lemon (Citrus limon) has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that amplify immunity. It promotes circulation, leukocyte formation and
lymphatic function.

Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum verum) has the wonderful cinnamon scent loved around the world. Warming and stimulating, it is comforting during the
cold season. Many people find it highly romantic. Historically, cinnamon was so popular it was the main reason behind the occupation of Ceylon by
first the Portuguese, then the Dutch and then the British.

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus radiata) is cooling, refreshing and energizing. Lighter in smell than Eucalyptus globulus, it nevertheless has many of the same health-supporting properties. Because it is relatively gentle and non-irritating, it is the preferred choice for children. This variety is one of the most versatile of the eucalyptus oils and is suitable for topical use, diffusing, and even direct inhalation. It has long been an ingredient in some of our most popular blends.

Rosemary* (Rosmarinus officinalis CT cineol) has a fresh, herbaceous, sweet, slightly medicinal aroma. An energizing oil, it may be beneficial for helping to restore mental alertness when experiencing fatigue.
* Caution: Do not use on children under 4 years of age.) It is also a popular ingredient in skin and hair care products.

What is Anti? -- "Against"

What is Microbial? -- "A minute living organism, minute forms of life, which are capable of causing disease including bacteria and fungi."

Essential Oils create an unfriendly environment which becomes deadly to disease causing bacteria, viruses and other pathogens.

FAVORITE USES FOR THIEVES® ANTIMICROBIAL BLEND OF ESSENTIAL OILS

1. Dilute with V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Oil Complex and apply to cuts or open wounds to prevent infection and promote healing.
2. Mix with a tablespoon of water, gargle and swallow for a sore throat.
3. Apply undiluted directly to the skin of your upper chest and throat for bronchitis.
4. Place a drop on your thumb and apply to the roof of your mouth for a headache.
5. Put 10-12 drops in a size 00 capsule undiluted and swallow daily for longevity.
6. For acne, take internally and apply to the skin diluted with Young Living's V-6 carrier oil.
7. Put directly on the soles of your feet to protect you from colds and flu.
8. Breathe in the vapors when you have lung congestion.
9. Use to clean pet cages, creating a healthier environment for them.
10. Add to your dishwasher for cleaner dishes.
11. Add to your laundry cycle for cleaner clothes.
12. Add to your mop water for cleaner floors.
13. Mix with water to make a spray to repel insects on your flowers and plants.
14. Use to dissolve the gummy adhesive on price labels.
15. Apply to bee and wasp stings to neutralize the toxin and relieve the pain.
16. Apply to gums to prevent and treat gum disease.
17. Apply orally to maintain healthy teeth and reduce cavities.
18. Apply to gums and teeth for pain relief from toothaches.
19. Diffuse in homes or business to solve mold problems.
20. Add to orange juice and drink to reduce phlegm and congestion.
21. Apply to broken bones or joints for pain relief and to hasten healing.
22. Put a drop in your cup of tea for flavor and to maintain health.
23. Put on the tip of your tongue to help you stop smoking.
24. Put on cold sores and canker sores to make them disappear.
25. For warts, apply topically, inhale and ingest in capsules to make them disappear.
26. Rub on sore joints to relieve arthritis pain.
27. Drink a few drops in water or juice every three hours to stop a cold.
28. Place a drop on the tongue and a drop in a glass of water every day for herpes.
29. Rub on the bottoms of children's feet for protection before school every day.
30. Diffuse in the house as your children come home from school every day to kill airborne bacteria.
31. Mix 50:50 with V6 vegetable oil and rub on daily for relief of shingles.
32. Apply a drop on wound of a cat or dog to enhance healing.
33. Diffuse in the home or office to stimulate a cheerful mood.
34. Diffuse in the office to increase concentration and work efficiency.
35. Diffuse in your place of business to ward off germs.
36. Diffuse in the classroom to reduce student sickness and absenteeism.
37. Put a few drops in your carpet steamer/cleaner to disinfect carpet.
38. Mix a few drops with honey or agave in a teaspoon for cough relief.
39. Breathe and apply for sinus headaches.
40. Put a drop on a pimple to make it shrink and disappear.
41. For laryngitis put a drop under your tongue to restore your voice.
42. Inhale for relief of allergy symptoms.
43. Take a capsule full every day for relief of Lyme disease symptoms.
44. Carry a bottle on every flight to protect you from germs on the plane.
45. Drop in the heat/AC vents of a hotel to rid it of airborne germs.
46. Mix with baking soda to clean bathtubs.
47. Apply undiluted to the toes and feet to combat fungus.
48. Apply to poison ivy rashes (may need to be diluted with vegetable oil) to relieve the itch.
49. Drop Thieves® Oil Blend on a cloth to remove permanent marker stains.
50. Sanitize pierced earrings by cleaning with Thieves® Oil Blend.
51. Rub on the big toe before retiring to help with proper vision.
52. Applying Thieves® Oil Blend, diluted 1 drop oil to 5 drops V-6 Mixing Oil, may be helpful in soothing pinkeye and other eye inflammations.
      (Do Not Get In The Eye.)
53. Apply 1 drop of Thieves® Oil Blend onto toothbrush to sanitize.

* * *

A Special Antibiotic Formula
In a Double Aught "00" capsule, combine 10-12 drops of Thieves® Essential Oil Blend
with 6-8 drops of Oregano, and 2 drops of Frankincense.

* * *

Thieves® Household Cleaner Proportion Guide

One capful of Thieves® Cleaner = 1 tsp.
Best if used with purified water (do not use water that contains chlorine).
The GOAL is a Chemically Free Environment ~~ Living Healthy Naturally~~

A. All purpose Thieves® Cleaner in a spray bottle: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 1 qt water
B. Light Degreasing: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 3 3/4 cups of water
C. Medium Degreasing: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 2 cups water
D. Heavy Degreasing: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 1 cup water
E. Window and glass cleaner: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 5 quarts water or 1/4 teaspoon to a quart of water for spray bottles
F. Hand cleaner: 1/2 cup Thieves® Cleaner to 1/2 cup water
G. Dishwasher: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner
H. Pot and Pans: 1/2 capful of Thieves® Cleaner to 3 cups water
I. Floors: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 6 1/4 cups water
J. Walls: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to a little less than 2 cups water
K. Fabrics: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 2 cups water
L. Laundry: Depending on size of washer, use 1 to 2 capfuls of Thieves® Cleaner
M. Carpet: 1 capful Thieves® Cleaner to 6 1/4 cups water

THIEVES® HOUSEHOLD CLEANER (101 Uses continued)

54. Use for bathrooms and toilets to sanitize and freshen.
55. Use to cut grease on kitchen counters and stovetops.
56. Use to mop floors to clean and disinfect.
57. Apply to hands to remove stubborn, sticky substances like tree sap.
58. Use to wash fruits and vegetables from the supermarket.
59. Add to the water in your vacuum cleaner/steamer to cleanse the air and disinfect the carpet.
60. Spray along ant trails in the house to keep them out.
61. Use to wipe chairs and furniture in school classrooms to cut down on student sickness.
62. Scrub old floors to remove old varnish and prepare for refinishing.
63. Clean upholstery.
64. Clean the upholstery and dashboard of your car.
65. Soak off burnt food in pots and skillets.
66. Wipe or soak garbage cans to get them clean, sanitary and smelling fresh.
67. For tough stains, pour it on as a pre-wash stain remover.
68. Use undiluted to clean and kill mold on walls and floors or degrease oven.

MOLD SOLUTION
Diffuse the Thieves® Oil Blend continuously for 24 hours in the room containing mold. Determining the length of diffusion time is
directly related to the severity of mold. Clean visible mold with Thieves® Household Cleaner.

TO PREVENT MOLD

1. Diffuse Thieves® essential oil
2. Eliminate leaks and moisture.
3. Clean thoroughly using Thieves® Household Cleaner

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® LOZENGES

69. Take with the first sniffle and signs of a cold or sore throat to ward it off.
70. Take prior to singing performances to keep the voice strong and hit the high notes.
71. Use to hasten the healing when a cold or flu has been contracted.
72. Suck on one as you enter an airplane to protect you from germs onboard.

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® MOUTHWASH

73. Rinse daily for clean breath and to keep teeth and gums healthy.
74. Gargle before a singing engagement to clear mucus.

USES FOR THIEVES® WATERLESS HAND PURIFIER

75. Use as a healthy alternative to soap and water to sanitize hands.
76. Rub on hands to make them soft, fresh and smooth.
77. Apply to face to clear acne.

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® BAR SOAP

78. Rub on stains as a pre-wash stain remover.
79. Use as a deodorant or antibacterial hand soap.

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® SPRAY

80. Spray on doorknobs in public restrooms to kill germs.
81. Spray in the throat to restore a lost voice.
82. Spray hands before and after shaking hands with a lot of people.
83. Spray in restrooms on airplanes to reduce airborne bacteria.
84. Spray on vegetables and fruits when washing them.
85. Carry for protection in countries with cholera, malaria or dysentery.
86. Use as an air freshener for cooking odors or other unwanted smells.
87. Take to the gym and spray all the equipment you use.
88. Take to the supermarket and use to disinfect shopping cart handles.
89. Use in the classroom for desks, tables and other items handled by children.
90. Spray in your mouth and throat at first onset of cold or bronchitis.
91. Spray on shower stalls and bathroom walls to kill and remove mold.

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® TOOTHPASTE

92. Brush every day to prevent cavities and gum disease.
93. Use when teeth have been damaged or broken to help them heal.
94. Use to prevent or heal gum disease.
95. Apply as an underarm deodorant.

USES FOR ANTIMICROBIAL THIEVES® WIPES

96. Wipe doorknobs and other things touched by the public.
97. Wipe dirty piano keys to clean and disinfect.
98. Use to clean children's hands when traveling.
99. Use on the steering wheel and gearshift of your vehicle.
100. Use on public telephones to remove germs.
101. Use on public computer keyboards and mice.

Obligatory Disclaimer: The information in this handout is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Anyone suffering from any disease, illness or injury should consult with a physician.

SUGGESTED USES APPLY ONLY TO THE USE OF THERAPEUTIC GRADE, YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS.

Essential Oils ~ Your Travel Magic

When it comes to travel there is not much worse than getting sick right before the trip, on the way there, or while you're there - especially if you are out of the country! Business or pleasure

~ its the pits to be sick when you're away from home! 

Just 2 weeks ago I took a vacation to Mexico - my first vacation in 10 years! And this was a real vacation too - no phones, no computer, just family and fun in the sun.

Two days before I left for the trip I had pain and gum discomfort that was getting increasingly worse.

A day before I was leaving I started to realize that I needed some healing attention (notice I didn't say 'medical' attention - natural healing self-solutions are usually my first approach).

I couldn't tell if it was a tooth or my gum, all I knew was that it was an ache that wasn't going away.

When I called my holistic dentist he was booked solid and he was leaving for vacation himself. His wonderful assistant worked with me on the phone helping me to ascertain if it was a periodontal issue or a tooth problem.

We both were pretty certain it was a periodontal gum issue and I made the choice to approach it as such.

Emily, my hygienist, coached me on a great technique that I am sharing with you here in the Essential Oil Tips section (my dental professionals are pro-essential oils for mouth care - that is why I drive an hour to get to their office!)

I followed the regime of rinsing the area with salt water and then using my Thieves mouthwash in my Water Pik. I did this a few times that day and took my Water Pik with me to Mexico to continue my program. I was certain Thieves would combat any infection that might be brewing in a gum pocket.

Within 2 days this problem had cleared up and I was so grateful.

However, another problem surfaced. As much as I avoided drinking the water - you know, that thing that happens in Mexico that you don't want to happen (unless you are at a cleansing retreat!) happened.

It didn't come on fast - I could feel the gurgling starting in my stomach which was my warning.

Immediately I grabbed my Inner Defense (pre-made capsule containing the Thieves essential oil blend plus oregano).

Again, I was certain that using these therapeutic essential oils internally, any festering bug that shouldn't be there would be eliminated (my certainty being based on 11 years experience and much knowledge).

Now, I can't say for sure if it would have gotten worse had I not taken the Inner Defense - but it did not get any worse and the unusual intestinal activity subsided within 8 hours.

Another thing that may have helped getting back to normal fast was the fact that I pumped my probiotic intake the week before my trip. "Life 5" is the YL probiotic and my favorite.

I did not leave my hotel room without my Thieves Waterless Hand Purifier - beach, restaurants, restrooms, the gym. And my little purse size spray bottle of Thieves was also tucked right in my hip pack.

I may be sounding like a germ phobe but I know bit about microbiology and today's SuperBugs, and I've heard enough horror stories about sickness in Mexico that to me, being protected is alot better than the consequences - especially while on the road or traveling.

There's so many other little ways we can use our "Thieves"

friends during travel, such as:

--Spray Thieves on telephone and remote control in hotel room

--Run the travel Fan Diffuser in the room with Thieves oil blend 

--Using Thieves handgel on hands even after washing hands in restrooms

--Spray Thieves on outside dining tables before eating, especially the tables where animals hang out

(Please note that these are my personal accounts and opinions - it is not'medical advice')

Marilee

(By the way - Young Living is offering a Thieves special right now - check it out at:

http://www.youngliving.us/featured_items/feat-thieves_defense.asp

"Essential Oils and Energy Work" with Linda Smith

Marilee and Linda Smith

Listen in on this amazing interview! I interviewed Linda Smith who is founder of the Institute of Spiritual Healing and Aromatherapy, a program that offers many classes on spritual hands-on healing and a certification program in Aromatherapy.

Linda is an amazing woman who has so much talent. She is one of the best teachers in spritual healing that I have come across. I have known Linda for many years and it has been a pleasure being her good friend. We've taken many journeys together and I think we'll be taking many more.

I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I enjoyed giving it !

Marilee and Linda Smith

Listen in on this amazing interview! I interviewed Linda Smith who is founder of the Institute of Spiritual Healing and Aromatherapy, a program that offers many classes on spritual hands-on healing and a certification program in Aromatherapy.

Linda is an amazing woman who has so much talent. She is one of the best teachers in spritual healing that I have come across. I have known Linda for many years and it has been a pleasure being her good friend. We've taken many journeys together and I think we'll be taking many more.

I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I enjoyed giving it !

Raindrop

by: Vicki Opfer

The body is run on molecules.  No one (who I have asked so far - 
including a number of doctors) has been able to tell me how many
different kinds of molecules the body uses...at least tens of 
thousands, possible many, many more than that... 

The molecules in essential oils are amazing - the body is actually 
able to use them just as though it created them itself!  In other 
words, the molecules in essential oils duplicate or mimic the 
molecules that the body uses...   

So let's think, for a minute - what would happen if there was a 
molecule that your body needed, and for whatever reason, the
body was not able to create that molecule - perhaps your
nutrition was not sufficient.  Or perhaps that part of your body
where this particular molecule is created was not working well... 

So say that we rub a bunch of oils on your body...Each oil
is made up of anywhere from a few molecules, to several
hundred different  kind of molecules...  so we've offered the
body quite a variety...Interestingly, it appears that the body is
able to take these molecules, from the oils, and use them for
repair, regeneration,  etc...Some molecules are anti-viral,
some are anti-inflammatory,  etc....  

In Raindrop, nine different oils are applied to the body...   
These are: Valor, thyme, oregano, basil, wintergreen,
cypress, marjoram,  peppermint, and Aroma Siez.  (Blends
are capitalized, singles are  not). 

It's interesting to note that, historically, certain plants have
been observed to "have an affinity" with certain organs...   
Cypress has  been observed to improve circulation in the body. 
Basil seems to relieve muscle spasms.  Marjoram appears to
support the muscles of  the body.  Oregano and thyme are both
very anti-viral, and super anti-oxidants (prevent the body from
rusting from the inside out)...Wintergreen appears to act like
a natural cortisone, without the side effects.  Peppermint has
been observed to support the nerves and regulate body
temperature.  Valor seems to support the skeletal system and
alignment.  Aroma Siez relaxes muscles.  Is it possible that
these oils contain specific molecules which offer this kind of 
support to the body?  That is probably the case. 

According to Dr. Candace Pert, PhD, who discovered the first
receptor site in 1972, every cell in your body contains receptor
sites for every molecule your body uses...and every cell in your
body contains hundreds of thousands or even millions of
receptor sites...That  means that we have receptor sites for
insulin on our big toe, and we have receptor sites for serotonin
on our nose...isn't that rather intriguing? 

Now think about it - you've just had a Raindrop, and there are 
thousands of different kinds of molecules racing around in your 
bloodstream, ultimately reaching every cell in your body.  The 
receptor sites on your cells are each specific - and will only
accept  a particular kind of molecule, and some have been
waiting for the right molecule to come along for a very long
time...Now, suddenly, the receptor sites have lots of molecules
from which to choose...and the molecules are accepted into
the receptor sites, and fire a  response to the brain, which
causes the body to relax, support the circulation, relieve pain,
etc.. 

Raindrop offers the body mega-support on a molecular level,
and I can tell you from both personal experience and
observation that the body  LOVES IT!   Through Raindrop,
the body is able to accomplish great  things in the area of
support, healing, and regeneration... 

Anyway, I thought I'd give you my 2 cents on why we use
(and LOVE) Raindrop. 

Love, Vicki Opfer   

Therapeutic Essential Oils

I will tell what I've been doing with the oils that I love so much.

I have psoriatic arthritis. There are over 100 different kinds of arthritis. My kind attacks every tendon and ligament in my entire body. Yes, it hurts. I also have psoriasis.

I wish I had taken pictures of the psoriasis before I started using lavender neet on it everyday for the past two months. The psoriasis is almost gone!!! The lavender is quite pungent; I can't stand the smell. So, I apply the oil in the morning, wait a few minutes, then take my morning shower. The smell goes away by then. 

I've used PanAway on a couple of finger joints when they've swelled.

Most of the time the pain would be gone in less than 10 minutes.

I use Peace and Calming on my 9 year old son every night. My sister uses it on her two daughters. It knocks them all out and they sleep all night long. I use it on myself each night putting it on the bottom of my feet with a cotton ball (I don't like the oils on my hands). I sleep all night long which is not normal for me! I'm normally up 2-4 times a night to go to the bathroom. The Peace and Calming makes me have odd dreams, but they're not scary dreams so I can deal with that and sleep all night.

Oh, I have had horrible menstrual cramps for several years. I miss a day or more of work every month because the pain is too much. I also gush way too much each month. I've started taking SclarEssence each day for a couple of weeks now. Seven drops in an empty capsule.

Aunt Flo is here and I haven't had one cramp!

I've been taking Thyromin for a month. Most days I don't need to take a nap anymore.

My husband had a tummy ache recently. I mixed peppermint oil and jojoba oil (so the oil wouldn't feel like it was burning him) and had him rub it on his tummy. Ache was gone in a minute.

My 19 year old son had a headache recently. I mixed peppermint and jojoba oil and put some of the mixture on the back of his neck and his temples. No more headache.

Clary Sage was my magic oil for when I needed to 'get in the mood'.

It stinks but boy does that oil work!! Do NOT operate large machinery when using this oil for the first time. LOL

I'm sure there are more oils I have stories for. I'll write them as I think of them.

Kirsten in Utah

Raindrop Relief

I am very excited about the results of Raindrop Technique so I thought I would share with everyone. My mother, in her 60's, bent down to pick up a box, and pulled a muscle in her right leg. She was in a lot of pain and could hardly move, and she would lie awake in bed, because of the throbbing. 3 days later she had asked me if there was any oils that may help with the discomfort. I'm quite happy to say after the first session of Raindrop, she could move without much pain. I have been doing raindrop technique on my mom every week, and her pain has greatly subsided. I also gave her some Lavender to rub a few drops on her heart area, and her neck, She said she was so relaxed, and slept great.

Blessings

Amy

Relief from Raindrop Technique

Hi,

I totally recommend using the raindrop technique. If you cannot get that, put all the raindrop oils you have on your feet and back. Recently, my husband was fighting a sore throat for several days. Finally, I put all the Raindrop oils on his back with a hot compress and several hours later, he was feeling great. I understand that we are no longer being taught to use the hot compress, but may I say, that if you are not doing it professionally, but just for yourself, then you should do what you think would be most helpful. That is the way I look at it.               

Lori