It was quite funny when it was first introduced to us by a friend of ours. It was the first time we’ve heard of the brand… much more, we have few reservations about the use of essential oils. It was for promotion purposes that we were gifted a Premier Starter Kit, and for content-purposes, we gave it a try. Made some research about it, and tried it ourselves. After two weeks, we finally took some shots during one of our daycation in a hotel (for more aesthetics and presentable background). That was August of 2018.
From then on, these essential oils have became part of our daily lifestyle. My wife always diffuse these oils in different parts of the house – refreshing scents in the living room, odor-eliminating scents in the kitchen, and calming scents in the bedroom. It also come in very handy for topical use (rub or roll on) – for tummy problems, for dizziness and headache, for cough and flu, and even muscle pains. Amazingly, these products can also be taken internally to boost immune system and many other healthy benefits.
While we don’t recommend it for those with allergies and with chronic illnesses, taking it in moderation and small amount initially is highly advisable. You may also need to cross-check some online references for “best practices” by long-time oilers, and get ideas on what work and not (ask for your enroller’s FB page or group social media where they posts valuable information).
Without further adieu, we would like to share to you our TOP 5 Essential Oils:
- LAVENDER
Lavender essential oil has a scent that’s a wonderful blend of fresh, floral, clean, and calm. It’s this dynamic aroma that has made the plant a classic for perfumes, soaps, fresheners, and beauty products. As one of our most popular products, Lavender is a great beginner oil and a must for every home. Lavender essential oil isn’t just a favorite because of its classic scent—it’s also highly versatile. From skin care products to relaxing routines, this oil can infuse and enhance many areas of your life.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Includes the naturally occurring constituents linalyl acetate, linalool, and ocimene
Topical
- May help cleanse and soothe minor skin irritations
- Can be soothing to the skin after a day in the sun
- May help reduce the appearance of blemishes
- Supports aging skin
Aromatic
- May promote feelings of calm and fights occasional nervous tension
- Has balancing properties that calm the mind and body
AROMATIC PROFILE
- From the bottle: Sweet, herbaceous, floral aroma
DIRECTIONS
Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution not required, except for the most sensitive skin. Use as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Fill your bedroom with Lavender’s calming aroma in the evening for a soothing space conducive to sleep.
- Infuse the nursery with the gentle floral scent during nap time for a welcoming and restful environment that sets your little one up for sweet dreams.
- Unwind with a spa-like setting anywhere by combining Lavender with other luxurious scents such as Eucalyptus, Bergamot, or Cedarwood.
CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes.
2. THIEVES
Thieves® is a sweet and spicy aromatic blend of Clove, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, Cinnamon and Rosemary. Enhance your wellbeing and place onto your pulse points and chest, diluting with a carrier oil, for an invigorating experience. Or you may want to transform your home by simply adding a few drops into a spray bottle filled with water before spritzing your space. Inspired by nature, this special blend is said to provide protection.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Is cleansing when applied topically
- Neutralizes and purifies the air from strong odors when diffused
- Freshens any atmosphere when diffused
- Includes the naturally occurring constituents trans cinnamaldehyde (Cinnamon Bark), limonene (Lemon), and eucalyptol (Eucalyptus Radiata and Rosemary)
Also Found In
Aromatic ProfileVibrant, spicy cinnamon aroma
APPLICATIONS
- Refresh musty carpets by adding 5 drops of Thieves to a cup of baking soda; combine well and let sit overnight until the oil is absorbed. Sprinkle over carpets and vacuum thoroughly.
- Diffuse 6–8 drops to help create a cozy, peaceful environment.
- Customize your Thieves experience by adding a few drops of Orange, Tangerine, Nutmeg, or Lemon Myrtle essential oil.
- Add a few drops to your Thieves Washing Up Liquid to eliminate odors and boost cleaning.
- Add to any of your Thieves cleaning products.
- Add to V-6 and use for a foot massage.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Welcome the fresh, clean fragrance of Thieves into your classroom or playroom to neutralize strong odors in the air.
- Create an inviting ambiance by filling your living room or kitchen with the spicy, homespun aroma.
- Surround yourself with the comforting scent at your desk for an uplifting and cozy workday.
- Counteract odors near trash cans by flooding the air with this delicious, homey fragrance.
EXPERIENCE
Thieves essential oil blend has a warm, spicy scent. Diffuse it for a fresh, clean aroma around the house, or apply it topically for its cleansing properties.
LABEL DIRECTIONS
Topical: Dilute 1 drop with 4 drops of V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex or olive oil. Test on a small area of skin on the underside of your arm. Apply to desired area as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 10 minutes 3 times daily.
CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. Avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.
3. PURIFICATION
Purification™ can be used directly on the skin to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes. When diffused, it helps to purify and cleanse the air from cigarette smoke and disagreeable odors.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Produces a clean, invigorating aroma
- Clears the air of unwanted odors
- Freshens musty and stale areas with its lively scent
- Soothes skin when applied topically
- Contains Lavandin, an ingredient that helps clean and purify the air
AROMATIC PROFILE
- Rich, clean, crisp, lemony aroma
APPLICATIONS
- Add a few drops to dryer sheets to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.
- Place a few drops of Young Living Purification on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness: air vents, drawers, shoes, garbage cans, etc.
- Use Young Living Purification in the car with a USB Diffuser to fight lingering food and gym bag odors.
- Add Young Living Purification to a glass bottle with water and spritz it on linens.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Add a few drops to dryer sheets to give your laundry a bright-smelling boost.
- Place a few drops of Young Living Purification on cotton balls and stash them anywhere that can use additional freshness: air vents, drawers, shoes, garbage cans, etc.
- Use Young Living Purification in the car with a USB Diffuser to fight lingering food and gym bag odors.
- Add Young Living Purification to a glass bottle with water and spritz it on linens.
EXPERIENCE
Young Living Purification has a clean, refreshing scent. When diffused, this blend works to eliminate unwanted odors and keep your space smelling pure and fresh.
LABEL DIRECTIONS
Topical: Apply 2–4 drops directly to desired area. Dilution not required, except for the most sensitive skin. Use as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 30 minutes 3 times daily.
CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use.
4. PANAWAY
With Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, and Peppermint essential oils, PanAway essential oil blend has a refreshing, invigorating aroma and a cooling sensation when applied to the skin. PanAway continues to be one of Young Living’s most popular products and is a must-have for every home. Apply this synergistic blend after exercise or anytime for its soothing, stimulating aroma.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Offers a refreshing, stimulating aroma
- Cools the skin after physical activity
- Provides a cooling sensation when applied to shoulders, neck, and scalp
- Includes the naturally occurring constituents methyl salicylate, gamma-curcumene, menthol, and eugenol
AROMATIC PROFILE: From the bottle: Refreshing, sweet, minty aroma
APPLICATIONS
- Combine PanAway with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex and use it with massage after physical activity for a cool, stimulating sensation.
- Apply it to your neck and shoulders in the morning with V-6 for an uplifting, refreshing aroma.
- Apply it to the bottoms of feet for a relaxing foot massage.
- Make your own bath salt by adding 10 drops of PanAway to 1 cup of Epsom salt. Add the mixture to warm bath water and relax in a spa-like atmosphere.
- Rub 1 drop of PanAway with 4 drops of V-6 into temples for an invigorating aroma during times of stress or frustration.
- Add an AromaGlide™ Roller Fitment and use it on the go at the gym or during sports activity.
EXPERIENCE: PanAway essential oil blend has a refreshing, stimulating aroma and offers a cooling sensation when applied to the skin.
DIRECTIONS
Topical: Dilute 1 drop with 4 drops of V-6 or olive oil. Test on a small area of skin on the underside of the arm and apply to desired area as needed.
CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health professional prior to use. Not intended for children under the age of 6 without the advice of a health professional.
5. LEMON
With its bright and joyful aroma, Lemon essential oil benefits skin and hair as much as its aroma enhances your environment. This best-selling oil can be used in a variety of ways: Mix it with your cleaning products, use it during your nighttime skin care routine, or add a drop to your conditioner for a great scent. This oil is a key ingredient in many hair and skin care products, Thieves® cleaning products, and essential oil blends such as Thieves®, Citrus Fresh™, Clarity™, Joy™ and Harmony™. Because citrus oil can cause photosensitivity, avoid applying Lemon to exposed skin before spending time outside.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Includes the naturally occurring constituents linalyl acetate, linalool, and ocimene
Topical
- Add Lemon to skin care products to possibly help reduce the appearance of aging.
- Use it to help remove adhesives.
Aromatic
- Keep Lemon on hand for its clean, energizing, and invigorating aroma.
- Diffuse it to create a more focused environment.
- Use its aroma to create an uplifting atmosphere.
AROMATIC PROFILE
From the bottle: Clean, refreshing, citrus aroma
APPLICATIONS
Topical
- Make Lemon a part of your nighttime beauty routine by mixing 1–2 drops with your favorite beauty products. It will reduce the appearance of aging for a youthful complexion.
Aromatic
- Diffuse Lemon when the atmosphere is melancholy for a boost of cheer.
- Diffuse it at work or school for a bright aroma that creates a sense of focus and motivation.
- Boost your daily cleaning regimen by adding a few drops to your floor, window, or surface cleaning solutions.
WHERE TO DIFFUSE
- Fill the kitchen with a dose of Lemon’s familiar lemon-drop aroma to take clean to a whole new level.
- Banish everyday odors in your living room or family room by combining Lemon with other purifying scents such as Pine, Grapefruit, or Peppermint.
EXPERIENCE
Lemon essential oil has a cheerful, sweet aroma that can freshen and fill your home with its clean, lemon-drop scent when diffused.
DIRECTIONS
Topical: Dilute 1 drop with 1 drop of V-6™ or olive oil and apply to desired area as needed.
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 1 hour 3 times daily.
CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health care professional prior to use. Avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying product.
[UPDATED] While there are other oils which are also very useful and beneficial, these 5 essential oils are available in the Premier Starter Kit.
Here are some of the reminders when using essential oils:
1. Each bottle of essential oils have directions on how to use it; these directions vary based on your region. Please consult the product label for appropriate usage directions. .. always!
2. If discomfort or irritation occurs, stop using the essential oil and apply carrier oil to the affected area. If a rash occurs, this may be a sign of detoxification. Drink adequate water to encourage the release and removal of toxins in your body. It is always advised to initially put a small amount initially and observe any reactions.
3. Avoid contacting sensitive areas such as eyes, ears, genitals, and mucous membranes with essential oils. If you choose to use the oil in any sensitive area, dilute 1 drop of the essential oil with 5–10 drops of V-6 or another carrier oil.
4. Many essential oils are appropriate for use on children but should be diluted with a carrier oil prior to use. Some Young Living products come prediluted with carrier oil, as indicated on product labels, and are intended for direct application on children. See reminder No.2
5. If you have a disease or medical condition or are using a prescription medication, it is recommended that prior to using an essential oil, you consult with a health care advisor who has experience with essential oils. Seek the advice of the prescribing physician and a pharmacist about potential interactions between any medication and essential oils.
Better yet consult professional help is such essential oils are safe to use based on your condition.
Watch out for our vlog for our other favorite essential oils and their uses.
