About 4 months ago a Pilates client of mine began dropping hints that I should start using essential oils at my studio and in my personal life. This particular client is an esthetician and uses Young Living Essential Oils at her spa in Hollister, CA (http://www.mybellafaccia.com/Facials.aspx). It was good timing on her part because I had started considering replacing many of my beauty products and home cleaning products with products that use natural ingredients. I have really sensitive skin and have been searching for the perfect product that will clear up my acne AND leave my skin feeling healthy. I decided to try Young Living Oils by purchasing one of their starter kits. The results surprised me.
My kit came with oils that are recommended for use on the face to help clear up acne (Frankincense and Purification). I began by mixing a drop of each in my regular face cream. The oils made my skin tingle a little bit and the scent was very pleasant. After just a few days of applying my daily face moisturizer with the oils, I could see a difference in my skin. My skin seemed healthier and my acne began to clear up. I also used the oils in my laundry to get rid of the mildew smell some of my workout clothes get after many uses. And I made a concoction of lemon oil, thieves oil and water to clean dishes and wipe down counter tops. It works great, smells wonderful and doesn't make me feel like I'm killing brain cells while inhaling it like most bleach based household cleaners.
My only complaint about using these products is that they are very expensive. With Young Living (if you sign up to be a member) you get the wholesale prices, but even with the wholesale discount they are still pricey. BUT, I'm going to continue to use them because I was so satisfied with the results and, with a 19 month old baby at home, I feel better about using natural cleaning products in my home (BTW - Young Living has a whole line of cleaning product.)
Want to know more about essential oils? Are you a mom looking for natural products for your home? Are you interested in learning how to use essential oils to treat minor ailments? Great!
I've agreed to host a Young Living workshop at the dance studio this month. Join us!
MAY 30th
5:30PM
I hope to see you there!
Keep Moving,
Amy Redmond Waran
Owner/Artistic Director
Flying Colors Dance & Fitness
www.flyingcolorsdance.com
Along with its effects for heathy skin it relaxes your body and soothe sore muscles. Its a treat for your nose too. yeah I second your thought, its costly but it is worth paying but yeah a not piece of everybody's pocket, sadly!
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