Hello! I hope you’re doing fantastic and enjoying the weather. No matter your age, I think we can agree that warmer weather just makes us happier people. The feel of the sun shining on our skin or the smell of freshly cut grass puts me in the best mood! If you suffer with allergies be sure to read my article on natural allergy remedies found here. They have helped so many people, including my own family.
There are so many things to do outdoors right now in this part of spring. If you’re like me you’re also looking forward to the possibilities of summer. We can get out and find a great deal at a garage sale or see our kids or grandkids play in their sporting events. Maybe, you’re getting out camping or fishing or tending your garden. Whatever your outdoor adventures include you’re sure to have to deal with some of the world’s most annoying little creatures. BUGS!
Do you ever wish you could create a safety shield around you to keep them away? For sure! My hand is always raised at that question but the catch here is the word “safety.” Have you ever looked at the ingredient list of most store bought bug repellents and wondered “What are some of these ingredients?” I certainly have and I’ve thought to myself that most don’t sound the least bit natural or safe to use.
Plus, who has time to research that long list?! If you’re like me, you don’t want to take any chances with your or your family’s health. Especially when there are other options that are safe, effective and have additional benefits! Also, they smell great unlike store bought bug repellents that smell awful.
So, “How can I get these natural remedies” you might ask? All you have to do is gather the desired ingredients and spray bottles to make your very own natural bug repellent. I use 2 oz. spray bottles I found on Amazon.com which is hyperlinked in the recipes below for you to easily find. You’ll also see these recipes are very easy to make and are ready to use immediately!
Watch our quick video and then download the info sheet about these oils and a separate pdf if you want to print your own labels.
Here is the printable PDF of these recipes and a Printable PDF of the bottle labels.
We used Avery labels 8160. Here is a link to those as well if you would like:
Avery Address Labels for Inkjet Printers, 1″ x 2-5/8″, 750 Labels, (8160)
*Tip: Adding 1/2 tsp rubbing alcohol to your 2 oz bottle will allow oils and water to blend better.
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Natural remedies for allergies. So a friend of mine asked me, Mary, what kind of things would you use if you were struggling with allergies right now?
Pollen Is high these days, right away my mind comes back to the basics. Lemon, Lavender & Peppermint. They have such an amazing synergistic effect.
Lemon, Lavender & Peppermint are natural antihistamines. Combining the three together they complement each other well.
If you would prefer to listen to this content here is a handy video:
There are a few ways you could use Lemon, Lavender & Peppermint to help you with your allergies:
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By: Jo Jean Keesling
| Essential Oil | Unit | Retail | Wholesale | Per Drop Retail* | Per Drop Wholesale* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arborvitae | 5ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.35 | $0.27 |
| Basil | 15 ml | $32.00 | $24.00 | $0.13 | $0.10 |
| Bergamot | 15 ml | $40.00 | $30.00 | $0.16 | $0.12 |
| Black Pepper | 5 ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.35 | $0.27 |
| Blue Tansy | 5 ml | $113.33 | $85.00 | $1.37 | $1.02 |
| Cardamom | 5 ml | $34.67 | $26.00 | $0.42 | $0.31 |
| Cassia | 15 ml | $25.33 | $19.00 | $0.10 | $0.08 |
| Cedarwood | 15 ml | $17.33 | $13.00 | $0.07 | $0.05 |
| Cilantro | 15 ml | $34.67 | $26.00 | $0.14 | $0.10 |
| Cinnamon | 5 ml | $32.00 | $24.00 | $0.39 | $0.29 |
| Clary Sage | 15 ml | $48.67 | $36.50 | $0.19 | $0.15 |
| Clove | 15 ml | $21.33 | $16.00 | $0.09 | $0.06 |
| Copaiba | 15 ml | $46.67 | $35.00 | $0.19 | $0.14 |
| Coriander | 15 ml | $33.33 | $25.00 | $0.13 | $0.10 |
| Cypress | 15 ml | $20.67 | $15.50 | $0.08 | $0.06 |
| Douglas Fir | 5 ml | $30.00 | $22.50 | $0.36 | $0.27 |
| Eucalyptus | 15 ml | $22.67 | $17.00 | $0.09 | $0.07 |
| Fennel (Sweet) | 15 ml | $20.00 | $15.00 | $0.08 | $0.06 |
| Frankincense | 15 ml | $90.67 | $68.00 | $0.36 | $0.27 |
| Geranium | 15 ml | $41.33 | $31.00 | $0.17 | $0.12 |
| Ginger | 15 ml | $54.67 | $41.00 | $0.22 | $0.16 |
| Grapefruit | 15 ml | $24.00 | $18.00 | $0.10 | $0.07 |
| Green Mandarin | 15 ml | $37.33 | $28.00 | $0.15 | $0.11 |
| Helichrysum | 5 ml | $93.33 | $70.00 | $1.12 | $0.84 |
| Juniper Berry | 5 ml | $25.33 | $19.00 | $0.31 | $0.23 |
| Lavender | 15 ml | $30.67 | $23.00 | $0.12 | $0.09 |
| Lemon | 15 ml | $14.67 | $11.00 | $0.06 | $0.04 |
| Lemongrass | 15 ml | $13.33 | $10.00 | $0.05 | $0.04 |
| Lime | 15 ml | $17.33 | $13.00 | $0.07 | $0.05 |
| Marjoram | 15 ml | $25.33 | $19.00 | $0.10 | $0.08 |
| Melaleuca | 15 ml | $28.00 | $21.00 | $0.11 | $0.08 |
| Melissa | 5 ml | $153.33 | $115.00 | $1.85 | $1.39 |
| Myrrh | 15 ml | $78.67 | $59.00 | $0.31 | $0.24 |
| Oregano | 15 ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.12 | $0.09 |
| Patchouli | 15 ml | $37.33 | $28.00 | $0.15 | $0.11 |
| Peppermint | 15 ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.12 | $0.09 |
| Petitgrain | 15 ml | $33.33 | $25.00 | $0.13 | $0.10 |
| Pink Pepper | 5 ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.35 | $0.27 |
| Roman Chamomile | 5 ml | $60.00 | $45.00 | $0.72 | $0.54 |
| Rosemary | 15 ml | $21.33 | $16.00 | $0.09 | $0.06 |
| Sandalwood | 5 ml | $93.33 | $70.00 | $1.12 | $0.84 |
| Siberian Fir | 15 ml | $26.67 | $20.00 | $0.11 | $0.08 |
| Spearmint | 15 ml | $37.33 | $28.00 | $0.15 | $0.11 |
| Spikenard | 5 ml | $66.00 | $49.50 | $0.80 | $0.60 |
| Tangerine | 15 ml | $24.00 | $18.00 | $0.10 | $0.07 |
| Thyme | 15 ml | $39.33 | $29.50 | $0.16 | $0.12 |
| Turmeric | 15 ml | $37.33 | $28.00 | $0.15 | $0.11 |
| Vetiver | 15 ml | $54.67 | $41.00 | $0.22 | $0.16 |
| Wild Orange | 15 ml | $13.33 | $10.00 | $0.05 | $0.04 |
| Wintergreen | 15 ml | $29.33 | $22.00 | $0.12 | $0.09 |
| Yarrow Pom | 30 ml | $126.67 | $95.00 | $0.25 | $0.19 |
| Ylang Ylang | 15 ml | $49.33 | $37.00 | $0.20 | $0.15 |
Essential Oils have many different usages. Knowing what essential oils should be diluted on sensitive skin (S), what essential oils should always be diluted (D) and what essential are safe to use directly on the skin – Neat (N) – is very important.
Along with that information, it is also important to know what Oils can be used where. We have put together a list of Application Methods.
All the oils can be used Aromatically (A) this would mean things like smelling them from the bottle, placing them in a diffuser or applying them to a natural diffuser, like jewelry, reed diffuser or other items. Many oils are safe to use Topically (T) on the skin. Then several essential oils can be used internally (I) if the oils are a Therapeutic grade of essential oils.
| ~ | SKIN SENSITIVITY | APPLICATION METHODS | ~ |
| N – Neat – Can be used topically without dilution | A – Can be used aromatically | ||
| S – Sensitive – Dilute for young or sensitive skin | T – Can be used topically | ||
| D – Dilute – Always dilute before using Topically | I – Can be used internally |
We have put together an extensive chart below for your reference. This Video will help describe some of these details. It will also show you how you can easily use this quick reference chart.
Essential Dilution and Application Chart
Click on the headings of interests 2 times to bring up your area of interest.
| Name | Neat | Sensitive | Dilute | Aromatic | Topical | Internal | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arborvitae | N | A | T | ||||
| Basil | N | A | T | I | |||
| Bergamot | S | A | T | I | |||
| Black Pepper | S | A | T | I | |||
| Blue Tansy | N | A | T | ||||
| Cardamom | N | A | T | I | |||
| Cassia | D | A | T | I | |||
| Cedarwood | S | A | T | ||||
| Cilantro | N | A | T | I | |||
| Cinnamon Bark | D | A | T | I | |||
| Clary Sage | N | A | T | I | |||
| Clove | D | A | T | I | |||
| Copaiba | S | A | T | I | |||
| Coriander | N | A | T | I | |||
| Cypress | N | A | T | ||||
| Douglas Fir | N | A | T | ||||
| Eucalyptus | S | A | T | ||||
| Fennel (Sweet) | S | A | T | I | |||
| Frankincense | N | A | T | I | |||
| Geranium | S | A | T | I | |||
| Ginger | S | A | T | I | |||
| Grapefruit | N | A | T | I | |||
| GreenMandrin | N | A | T | I | |||
| Helichrysum | N | A | T | I | |||
| Jasmine Touch | N | A | T | usually used diluted | |||
| Juniper Berry | N | A | T | I | |||
| Lavender | N | A | T | I | |||
| Lemon | N | A | T | I | |||
| Lemongrass | S | A | T | I | |||
| Lime | S | A | T | I | |||
| Maagnolia | N | A | T | usually used diluted | |||
| Marjoram | N | A | T | I | |||
| Melissa | N | A | T | I | |||
| Myrrh | N | A | T | I | |||
| Neroli | N | A | T | usually used diluted | |||
| Oregano | D | A | T | I | |||
| Patchouli | N | A | T | I | |||
| Peppermint | S | A | T | I | |||
| Petitgrain | S | A | T | I | |||
| Pink Pepper | N | A | T | I | |||
| Roman Chamomile | N | A | T | I | |||
| Rose | N | A | T | usually used diluted | |||
| Rosemary | N | A | T | I | |||
| Sandalwood | N | A | T | I | |||
| Siberian Fir | N | A | T | I | |||
| Spearmint | S | A | T | I | |||
| Spikenard | N | A | T | ||||
| Tangerine | N | A | T | I | |||
| Tea Tree | N | A | T | ||||
| Thyme | D | A | T | I | |||
| Turmeric | N | A | T | I | |||
| Vetiver | N | A | T | I | |||
| Wild Orange | N | A | T | I | |||
| Wintergreen | S | A | T | ||||
| Yarrow / Pomagranite | N | T | I | ||||
| Yland Ylang | N | A | I |
My friend Josh was here at my office one day, he works a lot with folks on “Search Engine Optimization” and Google Analytics. We were talking about some things to write about, and I said, “Well I can’t write that, it wouldn’t be compliant. He said, “That’s just dumb. You should be able to talk about what you want to.” I said “No it’s alright.”, and explained why.
I’m Mary Howard RN with Powerline Health bringing you another episode of Essentially YOUR’s where we come alongside you and help you in your day with some Natural Solutions.
I found this great recipe for a home-made vegetable wash. This is so easy to make and so handy to use. Vinegar and lemon essential oil have many antimicrobial properties so it works well to your vegetables with.
Lemon Essential Oil helps cut through the oily and waxy substances that are used on fruit and vegetables. Some of those substances on the fruits and vegetables are pesticides, some are substances stores use to make the fruit shine and stay fresh looking longer.
Spray this on your fruit or vegetables and wait a little bit – then wash. The other way is to put a 2 teaspoons in a basin of water and wash fruit with it.
The essential oils tend to float to the top of your spray so be sure to shake well before each use. Unless you emulsify the oils into the baking soda – We will show you how to do that on the video.
Vinegar and Baking Soda are important ingredients to help remove the pesticides from the fruit. While lemon has powerful abilities to kill bacteria.
Essential Oils are Natural, Effective & Safe but most importantly they work with the body to address issues and root causes on a cellular level.
We have put together a short video for you to explain this process.
I have spent a lot of time this week talking about teas but replacing other beverages in our life with non-caloric drinks can make life just a little more interesting and break up your day a bit.
Coffee is not that healthy for you in large amounts – more than one cup a day. Finding something warm to drink in the fall and winter feels like a must. I have actually grown to love hot teas (and cold herbal teas) and hope you will too. Watch our short VideoRead More…
One of my favourite evening routines is to make a cup of tea. I have several favourites that are caffeine free.
This ginger tea is a spicy tea so it satisfies the energizing tea need and still be caffeine free for an evening routine.
I like to add Cinnamon and Cardamon essential oils to my tea.
If you are a fan of fruity or sweet drinks, Lime essential oil is your new best friend. Lime essential oil will add a tart, naturally sweet flavor to your favorite slushies, smoothies, or any drink warm or cold.
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TriEase® Softgels were developed to protect against seasonal and environmental elements. Each softgel contains equal parts of Lemon, Lavender, and Peppermint essential oils.
The 3 oils combined in and easy to use softgel can’t be beat for your busy life. Lemon to cleanse, Peppermint to open the airways, and Lavender to sooth irritation.
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With a sweet lemon fragrance, the Melissa plant, also known as melissa officinalis or lemon balm, is the herbaceous origin of Melissa essential oil.
This rare oil is extracted from the leaf of the Melissa plant and is cherished by many for its broad array of uses and benefits. Melissa essential oil contains strong soothing properties, and, when used aromatically or topically, it can help promote feelings of relaxation and can assist in calming tension and nerves.
Applied to the center of the forearm – applied neat – people have been known to have excellent results.
Melissa blends well with citrus oils, geranium & lavender.
Eliminate odor, not cover it up!
Fill a glass spray bottle with water then add Siberian Fir for a refreshing room spray.
This is so simple yet smells so good!
If you have tried this tell us about your experience.
Wake your kids on the right side of the bed with this energizing diffuser blend. The sweet aromas of Tangerine and Lime blend perfectly with the minty, fresh scent of Spearmint for a perfect morning aroma.
Place in your favorite diffuser.
This precious oil has numerous uses
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Only boring people get bored. Stay interesting with doTERRA Passion Touch – it counteracts feelings of boredom and disinterest!
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Let doTERRA Passion Touch Essential oil take over.
Passion Touch helps to rekindle feelings of excitement.
Herbal essential oils in this blend includes: Fractionated Coconut Oil, Cardamom Seed, Cinnamon Bark, Ginger Root, Clove Bud, Sandalwood Wood, Jasmine Flower Absolute, Vanilla Bean Absolute, Damiana Leaf.
Tangerine essential oil is a popular and flavorful addition to desserts and drinks from water to fruit smoothies.
Use Tangerine in any recipe calling for citrus fruits, or try adding 2–3 drops as a flavoring in your favorite cake or cookie recipes.
Tangerine has a long history of use in Chinese culture and herbal health practices. The essential oil supports healthy digestion and metabolism.*
Tangerine has a sweet, tangy aroma, similar to other citrus oils, that is uplifting. Tangerine is known for its cleansing properties, and for supporting a healthy immune and respiratory system.*
Tangerine essential oil can be used to help soothe anxious feelings and manage stress. A popular and flavorful addition to desserts and drinks—from water to fruit smoothies—Tangerine can be used in any recipe calling for citrus fruits.
Purchase: Tangerine Essential Oil at PowerlineHealth.com
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Research shows that lavender, eucalyptus and tea tree oil all possess l antimicrobial properties that, when evaporated, can begin eradicating airborne fungi and bacteria within 30 to 60 minutes.
This little diffuser works quite well:
InnoGear 150ml Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser
Whisper® is a complex and diverse blend. Regarded as the most precious flowers in the perfume and aromatherapy industries, Jasmine and Ylang Ylang’s euphoric aromas combine with the warm and spicy scents of Patchouli, Vanilla, Cinnamon, and Cocoa to make this blend unmatched in complexity and aromatic influence.
With an aroma as soft and warm as its name, doTERRA Whisper Blend for Women creates a uniquely personal fragrance by combining each individual’s chemistry with a diverse blend of essential oils.
See why Dr. Hill calls Petitgrain the “Manly Lavender.”
Petitgrain Essential Oils is used both in colognes and to help create a restful environment before bed.
