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Have any of you been trying to reduce the toxic load in your home with regards to cleaning and personal care products? I have been very successful at making a lot of cleaning products using essential oils. I love the spray that I use to clean my countertops, which is a combination of water, white vinegar, and wild orange essential oil. I have also attempted to make some homemade hair products. It was fun trying to make a hair conditioner using avocados, but it left my hair feeling unclean and without any bounce to it. I recently tried doTERRA’s shampoo, conditioner and root to tip serum…and they are awesome! They are unlike any other hair products that I have used from other companies. The other “all natural shampoos” that I have tried did not lather and my hair felt dirty and oily after washing. Since using doTERRA’s shampoo (and conditioner), my hair feels so clean (as it should after shampooing, right?) and has been shinier and softer than ever. It has been growing much faster too. I love these products!! I came across the following graphic from www.honeycombmama.com and am eager to try some of these oils with my shampoo and conditioner. I would love to know how they work for you.  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS?
Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices. I offer free essential oil classes (email me at kristin.osowski@gmail.com to sign up for a class) and one-on-one oil consultations. Remember...there are 2 upcoming classes. One takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, May 31st from 1-2pm in San Ramon. It is called Cooking with Essential Oils. We will not be cooking during the class, but there will be yummy tastings available to try. On Saturday, June 3rd from 1-2pm there will be a class called Makeover Your Medicine Cabinet with 10 Oils. This class discusses 10 of the most popular oils and how to use them aromatically, topically, and internally. If you are interested, please send me an email and you will receive details about the location. Look forward to seeing you there!
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Tick season is pretty bad this year, but thankfully we have essential oils to help us and our pets. Use the following blend to repel ticks. This is safe for humans and dogs. If the Lemongrass and Eucalyptus blend does not seem to be powerful enough, then you could add 20 drops of Terrashield to it.  If you have a tick embedded in your skin, take a look at how fast peppermint oil works to get the tick to remove its head. The little buggers do not like peppermint oil! According to a new report, tick-borne diseases are on the rise across much of the country. With that being said, it’s important to remain cautious. Watch this video on the power of essential oils.
Did you know that Clove is a powerhouse of an oil and has so many practical uses? I rub 1-2 drops on the bottoms of my feet every morning and every evening to help boost my antioxidant levels. Here is a list of 10 ways to use Clove:
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Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices. I offer free essential oil classes (email me at kristin.osowski@gmail.com to sign up for a class) and one-on-one oil consultations. The next class is on Wednesday, May 17th. It is called "Getting the Body I Want ...Naturally". It takes place from 1-2pm in San Ramon. We will talk about nutrition and how essential oils can support your health naturally. Please do not hesitate to contact me. Are you someone that cannot fall asleep easily? Or are you more like me...you fall asleep quickly, then at about 2am you wake up and cannot get back to sleep. How frustrating is that? This is not a minor issue. Lack of sleep is a huge problem for many people. Sleep is critical to cellular regeneration. You heal when you sleep. If you don't sleep well, you won't heal well. Therapeutic oils can help you get a more restful night's sleep. Here are 5 oils for a great night's sleep:  1. Lavender - Rub 1-2 drops on the bottoms of your feet to help calm the body before going to sleep. This oil is also wonderful to diffuse in your bedroom while you're sleeping. For kids, you can put a little of the oil on their favorite blanket or stuffed animal to help them calm down before bedtime. 2. Cedarwood - Rub 1-2 drops on the bottoms of the feet before bedtime for a solid night's sleep. Cedarwood has a calming and soothing effect on the mind. 3. Vetiver - This is a fantastic "shut-down-the-brain" oil. It can be diffused near your bed, or you can apply a drop or two to your feet or the back of your neck. 4. Ylang Ylang - To calm the body in the evening, apply a drop or two of Ylang Ylang to your neck or feet. It has a wonderful garden-like aroma, so it's a nice oil to diffuse while sleeping. 5. Serenity - The essential oils in this must-have blend were meticulously chosen to lessen feelings of tension, calm emotions, and leave a peaceful feeling. Serenity is the perfect blend to diffuse at bedtime for a restful night’s sleep, to calm a restless baby or child, or to help reduce the worry and stress so many of us feel. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices. I offer free essential oil classes (email me at kristin.osowski@gmail.com to sign up for a class) and one-on-one oil consultations. Please do not hesitate to contact me.
Do you love to walk into a room where the air smells like spring flowers? Many people use room sprays, air fresheners, fragrance plug-ins, candles, and incense to create different aromas throughout the house. The indoor air may smell nice, but research has revealed that these increase the toxic load in your home. A safer way to scent your space is to use a few drops of an essential oil in a diffuser. There are many scents to choose from depending on your mood.
Rosemary for focus Research shows that people perform better on memory tests when they are in a room scented with rosemary.  Lavender for relaxation Inhaling the scent of lavender can help slow down the nervous system and prep you for slumber. If Lavender is not enough to make you sleep soundly, try the Serenity blend. This blend is known as the Restful Blend. It contains Lavender, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang, Marjoram, Roman Chamomile, Vetiver and Vanilla. I apply it to the soles of my feet every night for a restful sleep. Source: Prevention Magazine, April 2017. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices. I offer free essential oil classes (email me at kristin.osowski@gmail.com to sign up for a class) and one-on-one oil consultations. Please do not hesitate to contact me.  We know that lemon essential oil has great healing properties - it is used for allergies and congestion because it helps break down mucus and if inhaled or diffused, it instantly boosts your mood and energy. I can't think of an essential oil with more uses than lemon. It's good in food, good for fighting allergies, good for cleaning…good for everything! It's one of my favorite springtime oils. Here are 10 ways you can use Lemon to clean your home. 1. Microwave—Microwaves are notorious for being tough to clean, especially after mishaps involving spaghetti sauce or tomato soup. To ease the pain of cleaning, simply microwave a cup filled with water and a few drops of Lemon, then wipe clean! 2. Dishwasher—Pour distilled vinegar into a dish and add 5–10 drops of Lemon oil. Place this dish in your empty dishwasher and run on high. 3. Stove Top—Lemon oil makes cleaning one of the dirtiest areas of the kitchen easy. Add vinegar and Lemon to a spray bottle, and watch the grime disappear! 4. Appliances—From dust to greasy food spills, appliances collect more dirt than you might think. A simple solution of Lemon oil, water, and vinegar will help you clean toasters, refrigerators, mixers, and more.
7. Washing Machine—Run a mixture of Lemon oil, baking soda, vinegar, and water through your empty machine on the hottest setting to break up dirt build-up and mildew. Scrub any excess with a sponge, then run the machine again with fresh water. 8. Trash Cans—Regularly cleaning out trash cans can eliminate odor. For indoor trash cans, spray the inside and outside of each can with a mixture of water, Lemon oil, and vinegar, then scrub with a sponge. 9. Windows and Windowsills—The same mixture of Lemon oil, water, and vinegar in a spray bottle that you’ve been using all around the house will do wonders for your windows and windowsills. Simply spray glass and wipe with a clean cloth or paper towel, then move onto ledges and sills with a toothbrush or damp sponge. 10. Air Vents—One of the most overlooked areas to keep clean in your home is the air you breathe! Clean vents with a sponge dipped in warm water, vinegar and Lemon oil to help eliminate allergens and dust from filling the air around you. Source: https://doterra.com/US/en/blog -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices. I offer free essential oils classes (email me for a schedule) and free one-on-one oil consultations. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Check out this video with Dr. Josh Axe discussing the benefits of Frankincense & Myrrh: https://my.draxe.com/two-most-important-oils?utm_source=promotional&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=programs_eot_trainingvideo1&utm_source=promotional&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=programs_eot_trainingvideo1&id Dr. Axe also writes about Frankincense as a natural treatment for cancer. Click on the link to read his article. https://draxe.com/frankincense-oil-cancer/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail).  If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices.
And this month, when you enroll no later than April 15th with the Home Essentials Kit (or one of greater value), doTERRA will waive your $35 enrollment fee and send you a FREE bottle of Deep Blue Touch and Deep Blue Rub (and $94 value)! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Looking for a pick-me-up throughout the day? Try the following essential oils or essential oil blends. You can simply put the oils in the palm of your hand, rub your hands together, cup your hands over your nose and inhale for 30 seconds. Or you can diffuse them and get the emotional benefit along with making your room smell heavenly. One of my all-time favorite oil blends is the combination of Wild Orange and Peppermint.
Diffuser Blends
So many people this time of year are experiencing seasonal allergies. Are you itching, sneezing, and looking for some respiratory support? Well, did you know that there is an oil for that? Here are 5 blends for Springtime Respiratory Support: 1. Lemon, Lavender, and Peppermint Rub 1 drop of each on to the bottoms of the feet and chest every day. Also, many like to take a drop of each internally to combat seasonal threats. Simply place one drop of each oil in a veggie capsule and swallow daily. 2. Breathe Blend This is a pre-made blend that contains Laurel Leaf, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca, Lemon, Ravensara, and Cardamom, and it is fabulous for respiratory support! Rub a drop or two on the chest, on the back of the neck, or on to the bottoms of the feet for relief.
4. Melaleuca (aka: Tea Tree Oil) This is a gentle oil to help combat seasonal threats and to support the respiratory system. Rub a drop or two on the bottoms of the feet, back of the neck, or chest. 5. Helichrysum and Eucalyptus This is a great blend to support the nasal cavity. Use 3-4 drops in a diffuser or apply 1-2 drops on to the bottoms of the feet and back of the neck. All of these are great to diffuse as well! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARE YOU READY TO TRY ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils can be incredibly beneficial for you and your family. Instead of loading up on toxic synthetic chemicals, consider using these life-giving essential oils which have been used for thousands of years for health and healing. The brand that I trust is doTERRA therapeutic essential oils. If you want to get started with essential oils, you can click here to set up an account and get your oils at wholesale (up to 55% less than retail). If you want to start with some great oils, pick up the Home Essentials Kit. The kit comes with 10 important essential oils, a 4-hour oil Diffuser, plus you save over $80 off the wholesale prices.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
In health, Kristin  Hydration is a very important consideration even at this time of year. People are typically more dehydrated in the winter than in the summer. We don't usually associate colder weather with dehydration because the body does not get as hot in the colder months and the body's thirst response becomes diminished. In order for the body to conserve heat at its core, our blood vessels constrict and prevent blood from freely flowing to the extremities. The body is fooled into thinking that it is properly hydrated because we do not feel thirsty and therefore, we are less likely to drink water voluntarily. But hydration is critical - and here is why... What does water do for my body? Water is a nutrient essential to life. It is the primary component of all bodily fluids - blood, lymph, digestive juices, urine, tears, and sweat - and is involved in almost every bodily function. Water makes up 60% of our total body weight and is second in importance only to air for sustaining life. It is impossible to sustain life for more than a week without it.
Dehydration Without enough water, we literally dry ourselves out. Dehydration is linked to chronic health problems like arthritis, diabetes, colitis, high blood pressure, kidney stones, and multiple sclerosis. Dehydration symptoms
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