Dry Skin Body Butter

I have been making a version of this body butter for years, as gifts and for the girls and I. It's just the most effective and not to mention inexpensive way to fight dry skin. It has been a saving grace with the girls eczema.

But I say this lightly because I DO NOT THINK THIS IS A CURE ALL. It is a part of what keeps their skin healthy. Other big part are:

1. We stick to products with NO fake chemical fragrances, no junk and as clean as possible! It's time to make the switch. The girls body wash, shampoo & conditioner and detergent we use.

2. I also think there is a huge correlation between gut & skin health, so probiotics (yogurt for your yogurt eaters (or in a pill/powder form for kiddos like Ami who need extra boost and will not have a gummy), limiting dairy during winter months and using epsom salt detox baths all in conjunction to keeping them moisturized with this goodness.

(I promise to get better at these videos one day! lol!!)

1/2 cup of organic shea butter

1/3 cup organic virgin coconut oil

8 -15 drops of lavender, copaiba and gentle baby essential oil from young living, I can order these for you or get from where ever you get high quality 100% essential oils!

(After I filmed the video I ended up adding more essential oils because I found it needed more scent, especially for bedtime routine. )

Heat the shea butter and coconut oil until it's completely liquified (about 45 - 60 seconds in the microwave, ALSO make sure the container is glass and that you are being super careful not to burn yourself.)

Add the essential oils to the liquid (both lavender and copaiba are super healing oils, and can help everything from cracked skin to super sensitive/irritated skin!)

Shake, shake, shake, shake and shake some more.

It takes about 1 day to firm up completely so make sure you are shaking it every time you walk by it, until it firms up completely. Shaking it as much as possible allows all the goodness to meld together

And lastly, generously apply to skin 2+ times a day. Like everything in life consistency is key here so apply in the AM, before bed and anytime in between. I use on my hand and feet a ton too.

This is great for windburn cheeks, eczema and just plain ol' winter dry skin. Shoot even your hair can benefit from a little of this as a hair mask! My sweet mama friend, Judy is going to step in and share more of these little essential oil gems on a regular basis which is truly so special since I have learned so much from her.

xoxox

Natalie

3 DIY Sprays We LOVE & Use Daily

// AMBER SPRAY Bottles // Label Maker ( I need to order this one!) //

Hey hey, happy Tuesday my friends!

You all know how obsessed with my essential oils in my diffuser, in bath and body products too. But I have been wanting to share these recipes for so long, mainly because I use these these ALL the time. I especially love the linen spray that sits on our washer machine so I can spray sheets and towels before putting them in the dryer. We also use the room spray right on the rugs before vacuuming, gives the rooms the perfect refresh.

I do love the Thieves Cleaning products, which I talk abouthere and I add these to my routine to eliminate candles, or toxic air freshener products. They may seem like small changes to make but honestly they are a huge change to your air quality. Here are three of our favorite DIY sprays.

Sleepy Time Linen Spray

Ingredients & Supplies:

6 oz WITCH HAZEL (could also use Vodka or Rubbing Alcohol i)

6 oz Distilled Water

15 drops of Sweet Orange (Orange is not just invigorating, it can help give good rest too! Orange oil is said to reduce stress hormones, uplift the mood, and calm the body)

15 drops of Bergamot (This rest-promoting oil is said to impart cheery effects as well as calming the mind/body and lowering anxiety)

10 drops of Cedarwood (This oil is often used for its soothing and calming effects on the mind, and is said to relieve tension and anxiety)

10 drops of Citrus Fresh (This oil is uplifting and refreshing, absolutely love this added to my relaxing floral blend)

Pour all into a 16 ounce Amber Glass Spray Bottle, mix well before each spray. Lasts me about a month.

Other great relaxing oils I love :

Lavender

Frankincense

Vetiver

Geranium

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Refresh The Room Spray

Ingredients & Supplies:

6 oz WITCH HAZEL (could also use Vodka or Rubbing Alcohol i)

6 oz Distilled Water

10-15 drops of Peppermint

10-15 drops of Eucalyptus

10 drops of Lemon

10 drops of Lime

10 drops of Frankincense

Pour all into a 16 ounce Amber Glass Spray Bottle, mix well before each spray, I spray this on curtains, rugs, on our throw pillows and through out the entire apartment Just get's out all this winter air smell. Lasts me about a month.

I sometimes add 15 drops of Thieves when we are sick or getting over a cold in our house (which seems to be like the entire winter!)

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Bathroom Cleaner Spray

Ingredients & Supplies:

7 oz Thieves Concentrate Cleaner

7 oz Vinegar

7 drops of Tea Tree Oil

7 drops of Eucalyptus

7 drops of Lemon

7 drops of Lavender

7 drops of Bergamot

Pour all into a 16 ounce Amber Glass Spray Bottle, mix well before each spray, I spray generously all over shower, tub, sink, toilet and floor. Let it sit and then use a microfiber towel soaked in hot water to clean away.

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And there you have it three of our favorite sprays that we use on the regular (on top of the the thieves all purpose cleaner I make by diluting the concentrate. Have you thought about detoxifying your cleaning and air refreshening products? If your answer is yes send me a message and let me help you take the step into Young Living essential oils !

xoxo

Natalie

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#essentialoils #nontoxic #micasa

7 Reasons I Love 2019 Young Living Starter Kit

AAhhh this little box changed my life a few years back. These essential oils have been a part of my daily routine for so long and I LOVE them. But I thought I would share some reason why I love the starter kit so much.

1. It brings so many of my favorite oils. Everything you need to start changing so many parts of your life. You will find oils for anxiety, for better sleep, better digestion, immune system boosting, and even hunger curbing.

2. The newest additions of the kit are two of my ALL TIME FAVORITE oil blends Peace & Calming + Valor. You guys these are the best oils in the kit. Valor is grounding, great for anxiety, put it on the bottom of your feet and get the head clarity you need.

3. It brings a diffuser!!! Love the different light settings and it runs 10hours which is perfect for a bedroom. I just replaced the girls room with one of these!

4. It’s no secret that Young Living members have the option to share the products with others and earn a commission if they so chose. In fact, if you do so with 3 people and they purchase a starter kit too, you basically end up getting your kit for free.

Yes, that’s it. Refer a few friends or family members and your kit has paid for itself. Buy it, love it, share it, and end up with a true return on your investment.

My main goal now is to simply get my monthly oils for free by sharing my love for the oils but I know some rockstar mamas who ROCK this business. It also brings so much info on each oil!!

5. The samples it brings (the Thieves cleaner & the Ningxia Red) allow you to try to favorite products for free. I have just started drinking the Ningxia Red while the girls have been sick and now I am obsessed. Also LOVE the hand purifier!!!

(***Young Living NingXia Red benefits include support for energy levels, normal cellular function, and whole-body and normal eye health. A daily shot of 2–4 ounces helps support overall wellness with powerful antioxidants.***)

6. The quality of these oils is top notch!! Young Living may be more expensive than ones from Amazon but it's because pf the quality. With YL’s “Seed to Seal” standards we are assured that my family will be using the highest quality product without ANY dilution or chemical additives.

This is so important because you are breathing in these oils on a daily basis. Also, think of the essential oil as the immune system of the plant. It supports the growth and life of the plant from seed to flower and what we are getting is the distilled oil to use for our benefit.

7. You are automatically able to join the Essential Rewards and able to switch out so many products and gain the benefits of a month order. Like free product and points to use on more product!!

I have switched out my laundry detergent, and cleaner.

Recently just added my dishwasher pods to the my monthly order too! Best part this order can change every month ( I have it set on my calendar so I can update it to whatever I may need) or even change the day of the month to keep on my budget.

Essential Rewards is KEY to me having tried so many new oils.

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Some may think oils are pretty froo-froo and shoot I agree but they have gone from just an aromatherapy (helloooo so much cheaper than candles) to really being a lifestyle and changing the way I look at healing and immune support.

Do not get me wrong I AM A FAN OF MODERN MEDICINE. I will not in any way swap out anything without research and talking to a doctor, I will not sub out antibiotics when needed or Tylenol for a fever but mama will pull out all the homeopathic cards beforehand.

Love that it all falls so well into my life as a mama trying to be the best version of myself, my Beautycounter business and just my personality in general.

Be prepared to see so much more on oils and the homeopathic side of me.

xoxox

Natalie

PS interested in joining me in this world of essential oils? Doesn't have to be for the commission but simply to make more swaps to safer in your life. As a member you get 24% off!!

Here is a video I find a little cheesy and VERY helpful in learning how to sign up. Don't forget to enter my Member ID 11905150 !

And please feel free to reach out, I want this to be so easy and beneficial for you!!

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