Introduction

 

Hey Guys! My name is Carol Ann Whitley, and I live in the Foothills of North Carolina. I am a Pastor's wife, Mom to two amazing kids, and Oil User who loves her coffee, her Blue Ridge Mountains, and laughing with family and friends. I also love movies (give me all the action flicks). 👊

 

I started using oils 5 years ago when we first moved to our town, and my kids got very sick. We were in and out of the hospital and doctor's office for 6 weeks! Guys! It was traumatic, exhausting, and super hard. I vowed right then and there that I would find a way to keep my babies healthy.

A college friend asked me one day if I had ever used Thieves.....I thought she was crazy because I pictured criminals in my head 😂.......but she went on to explain that it was an EO blend. I was willing to try anything so I said sure! That was the pivotal moment that changed our lives. That winter my kids didn't go to the Doctor at all! It was such a drastic turn around that my friends and family wanted to know what I was doing. I shared about Young Living and the oils, and thus began my oil journey as a way to also provide financially for my family. Young Living has provided a way for us to have a car payment, pay bills, and even save up for a vacation.

 

I am forever thankful for this company who provides the purest oils on the planet for us to use in our homes. Let's dive in and learn some basics about these life changing little bottles.

Seed to Seal
Through all my research and experience, YL is the only brand I would trust to use for myself and my family. Young Living promises that from the seed planted in the ground, all the way through harvesting, distilling, and hardcore testing the oils for impurities, and then finally sealing the bottle, we have 100% control over what happens. And then we still consult 3rd parties for confirmation. That is peace of mind at its finest...nothing but the purest, best essential oil from the earth will ever be found in these bottles. It's a guarantee that I trust for my family!

 

 

This pic is me a few weeks ago at the Mona Farm in Utah. I helped plant baby Clary Sage. Guys! It's a really big deal that Young Living owns it's own farms all over the world. No one and I mean No One else can say that. The passion and purpose behind this company is eveident in the farms. They are meticulously taken care of, and we are good stewards of the land. You can go and tour a farm yourself, and see with your own eyes. I 100% guarantee you can't do that with anyone else.

 

Young Living has farms all over the world. What farm would you like to Visit?

Here is a list of just a few of the farms locations:
Utah
Hawaii
Idaho
Canada
France
Croatia
Australia
Africa
New Zealand
Ecuador

How to Use Essential Oils

 

There are three ways to use Young Living Oils.
Topically, aromatically, internally.

+ TOPICALLY means to apply directly to the body. We always recommend you dilute your oils with a carrier oil (such as coconut oil or grapeseed oil) until you know how your body is going to react to the oils.
Some essential oils are “hot” oils, so you’ll always use a carrier oil with those particular oils (Thieves, PanAway, and Peppermint are all examples of hot oils that should be diluted.)

+ AROMATICALLY means to inhale the oils. When you get started with a Premium Starter Kit (more on that soon) you’ll receive a diffuser. Diffusing your oils is the easiest way to use them, but you can also put a drop or two in your hands and cup them over your nose and mouth and breathe deeply. You can even put a few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball and stick it into the vents of your car! I love to diffuse because everyone in the room benefits from the oils, and it helps purify the air and smell great!! Win Win Win!

+ INTERNALLY means to ingest them either in drink or food, or by filling a vegetable capsule. Not all oils are made to be ingested, so please refer to the label of each oil for proper usage instructions. NOTE: All “Vitality” oils are part of Young Living’s dietary oils line and are GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) and can be ingested if you choose to do so.

 

GENERAL SAFETY::
Diffusing:: Just like with kids, start slow & low. A few drops is all it takes! One of the best things about Young Living is the purity of our oils, which means they’re highly concentrated. One drop of lemon is pure lemon, no fillers or additives like many of the oils you’ll find at health food stores. So 2-4 drops to start is PLENTY! Add more as you feel comfortable!
When storing essential oils, be sure to keep them in a cool, dark place with lids tightly closed (and always out of reach of children).

You’ll also want to keep carrier oils (like coconut, olive, vitamin e, sweet almond oil, Young Living’s V6 carrier oil, etc.) on hand for dilution.

 

Always use and store essential oils in glass containers, especially when drinking them in water.

Keep essential oils out of your nose, ears, & eyes. If you get an oil in your eye, no worries! Just grab some carrier oil – coconut, olive, avocado, etc – and use a little bit to wipe the essential oil out of your eye. Using water will only make it worse since oil + water don’t mix!

Diffusers

 

Diffusing oils is one of my favorite ways to utilize them. Here are 4 options!

1. The Desert Mist Diffuser
This baby is included in the base price of the Premium Starter kit, and it’s hands down my favorite (and the most popular) option. It has an intermittent mode, which allows you to run the diffuser for up to 10 hours! It has a candle light flicker mode, plus a bunch of super fun color lighting options (or you can turn off the light completely!)!

(This one is pictured in the graphic on the left side of the stand)




2. The DewDrop diffuser!!
Included in the base price of the Premium Starter Kit. The updated Dewdrop has two buttons to separately control the power and light settings—and there are even more light modes to choose from. You now have 11 LED colored light options, including a candle-like flicker mode - the same as the Desert Mist lighting options. Mix and match your favorite essential oils and lighting settings. The ambiance possibilities are endless!
Speaking of ambiance, you can diffuse your favorite scents for up to 10 hours now that we’ve added longer run times to the Dewdrop. Your choices include 5- and 8-hour timers plus a 10-hour timer with an intermittent mode.
(This one is pictured in the graphic on the right side of the stand)

 

3. The Aria Diffuser (add $100 to the kit price)
Young Living’s Aria Ultrasonic Diffuser is a unique, stylish way to bring the benefits of essential oils into your home or workplace. This system combines the latest in diffuser technology with a variety of useful features. You love controlling your diffuser with a remote, but what happens when your remote goes MIA? We’ve fixed this frustration by adding an on/off button to the bottom of the diffuser, so you can keep calm and carry on.
Our updated Aria has longer run times with 2- and 6-hour timers. You can even set your diffuser to run for up to 12 hours with the new intermittent mode. Rest assured, you can still find your favorite features like LED lights, matching wood remote control, and built-in speakers with audio cable that allow you to listen to your own music.
(This one is pictured on the far right side of the graphic)

4. The Rainstone Diffuser (add $45 to the kit price)
Combining state-of-the-art ultrasonic technology and traditional Chinese craftsmanship, the Rainstone Diffuser provides a balanced convergence of the grounding element of earth with the enveloping and soothing powers of essential oil-infused mist.
Created with an exquisite and rare purple clay found only in a small region of China, each Rainstone Diffuser is handmade using ancient craftsmanship passed down from generation to generation for more than 1,000 years.
Young Living’s Rainstone has a robust feature set, including continuous ultrasonic diffusion at 1.7 million waves per second; 1, 2, 3, 6, and 8 hour settings with automatic shutoff; five soft LED light settings (blue, yellow, purple, alternating each color, and off); a negative ionizer; and a remote control.
The Rainstone’s elegant design and handcrafted artistry make it an exquisite piece of art to complement any décor and transform any space into an inviting, aroma-filled atmosphere.

(This one is listed under the “Other Premium Kits” page, and is pictured in the graphic on the far left.) 


Lemon Vitality

 

This is one that we use for everything!! You can use it for baking (hello yummy lemon cookies) as well as in your water to help your body flush out toxins and keep it healthy and well.

A drop or two of Lemon will also help you get sticky, hard to remove items or residue off of windows and other surfaces with ease.

We also clean with Lemon often! Talk about the entire house smelling wonderful. We love to add it to our DIY cleaning recipes (it makes the perfect tub scrub with baking soda & a little Thieves cleaner!) and our Thieves Cleaner for an extra oomph!
Lemon is very cleansing for our bodies as you just learned, and sometimes we use this topically on problem areas on our skin, too! (Just be sure to use it at night as it is photosensitive & could cause a sunburn if you’re in direct sunlight after applying it.)
Oh and let’s not forget diffusing! Lemon in your diffuser is the cleanest, freshest, HAPPIEST smell ever! It’s perfect for refreshing your home, but also for lifting up sour moods! 😉 

Talk about versatile!

Peppermint Vitality

 

This is one of the oils that I will never find myself without and is always in my purse for any time I need it on-the-go. Check out some ways we can use this baby! (#alltheuses - are you seeing the theme here so far!?)

+ Supports proper digestive system - Take a few drops in a vegetable capsule with carrier oil to help support proper digestive function & promote healthy bowel function.

+ Helps with occasional nausea - Rub peppermint oil on your stomach (diluted), to help alleviate nausea, or in a capsule. You can also rub on the bottom of your feet for added relief.

+ Suppress appetite - take a veggie capsule with 2 drops of peppermint & 4 drops of carrier oil to help suppress appetite.

+ Use in baking - We LOVE to make peppermint brownies. We cheat and use a box of brownie mix, and add 2 drops to the batter. It adds a great taste. Pair it with mint ice cream and you're in heaven!

+ Helps with occasional feelings of fullness - You can rub it on your stomach or take in a veggie capsule.

+ Apply 2 drops of carrier oil & 2 drops of peppermint to temples & back of neck to aid in head tension relief. Also, shoulders, back, knees, and feet!

+ Diffuse Peppermint to aid in taking deep, clear, breaths.

+ Diffuse to help promote focus and clarity. Perfect for any student!

+ Use in a refreshing massage - Peppermint provides support to the nervous system and supports proper joint & cartilage function. It also has a cooling sensation, perfect for any muscles that need relief!

+ When you don't even want to address the piles of laundry you have around the house, the dirty dishes in the sink, and the other 20+ items in your to-do list, just turn to peppermint! Put a couple drops into your diffuser and it will help kick your butt into gear.

Citrus Fresh Vitality

 

 

This blend combines Orange, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Lemon, and Mandarin essential oils with a hint of Spearmint to create a refreshing uplifting feeling!

 

+ Add a drop to your water! It keeps me excited about drinking my water every day. Gotta stay hydrated!

 

+ Citrus Fresh Vitality provides an internal boost with its antioxidant content (d-limonene – google that!). Antioxidants help your immune system stay in tip-top shape!

 

+ Citrus Fresh can be cleansing to your systems and help you detox properly.

 

+ Citrus Fresh provides a clean, fresh scent for any environment and also purifies the air!

 

+ Try Citrus Fresh for emotional support too! I love to wear it on my wrists to help support mental clarity, calm emotions & reduce stressful feelings!

DiGize Vitality

 

 


Digize is one of my husband's very favorite oils. This is ALWAYS in my home, and it has been such a blessing. We use it to help with any tummy issues, and it has been a life saver when dealing with the dreaded stomach bug.

 

DiGize Vitality is a blend of Ginger, Anise, Fennel, Peppermint, Tarragon, Lemongrass, Patchouli, and Juniper essential oils that was formulated to aid in healthy digestion.
Let’s just say that this is one that is VERY popular for its quick action – no matter what your digestive need is! DiGize is one oil that goes with us everywhere, especially when traveling! I don't want to be caught without it!!

 

+ Take as a dietary supplement – just add 3-4 drops to a veggie capsule (you can dilute with carrier oil)

+ Digize is also great for topical use. Apply directly to your stomach or the bottoms of your feet for quick action.

+ Double duty: try pairing it with Peppermint or Peppermint Vitality

Thieves Vitality

 

Alright, let’s just stop the class here for a second to shout from the rooftops how much I love Thieves!! If you took a poll of all Young Living users, you’d find that Thieves is the reason that most of us even tried essential oils in the first place!

Why?!? Here’s a little peek at our favorite::

Thieves is a blend of Clove, Rosemary, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus and Lemon, and it’s named for the legend of plague-era thieves who formulated a combination of herbs & spices to protect themselves while stealing from the dead during the plague. Over the centuries, this recipe has taken on many forms, and it’s most popular is our Thieves!

 

Thieves is also the main ingredient in YL home cleaning and personal care products, replacing harsh chemicals with our pure essential oils and other plant-based ingredients.

So how do you use it?!?

Diffuse year round, but especially certain times of year to protect your home from unwanted germs.
Add a drop to your toothpaste for the ultimate clean mouth!
Apply diluted with a roller to feet & spine for a healthy daily regimen. Thieves is spicy, so dilution helps protect sensitive skin.

Make a soothing tea with hot water, raw honey, Thieves Vitality, & Lemon Vitality.

Try the rest of the Thieves product line for household cleaning, dental care, laundry, clean hands, and there’s even a pre-diluted Thieves roller that you’ll LOVE!

This blend has been an absolute game changer for my family. It keeps our immunity strong, and at the doctor less.

Lavender

 

 

Lavender is considered “the swiss army knife” of all oils and you will likely find yourself reaching for it often. Just a drop will help soothe your skin, especially after those days of being out in the sun too long! A drop in a new tube of mascara can result in fuller, longer eyelashes, as well! How cool is that!?

 

Is the pollen driving you crazy?!? Lavender is part of the allergy trio that I use every day. It has been a power house in helping me fight seasonal issues! Combine Lavender, Lemon, and Peppermint in the diffuser or whip up a roller of the combination to help you enjoy the seasons with ease.

 

Lavender is very calming and we use it to support a good night's rest and relaxing environment. We love to combine it with Peace & Calming and Valor (which we’ll break down soon) for those nights where we need a little help falling and staying asleep. 


Frankincense

 

Frankincense is known as the “holy anointing oil” and is arguably one of the most recognizable essential oils due to its wide range of supportive properties, as well as being one of the gifts given to baby Jesus.

 

It is honestly INCREDIBLE at supporting the skin. I roll it on my face "neat" (which means without a carrier oil) at night and have never felt better about my skin.

Frankincense is one of the top ingredients in ALL of our Young Living skincare products (yes we have skincare too!), so that tells you something!

We also love diffusing Frankincense during quiet times or when Chad is preparing for his sermons. It helps support focus and grounding of emotions.



 

Here are some more ways to use Frankincense:: 



+ Concentration - Rub 1-2 drops on the back of neck or diffuser to help improve concentration. Frankincense is one of my go-to "study oils!" Hear that, Teachers??

+ Moods - Diffuse 3-4 drops to improve your mood.

+ Everyday stress - Apply to the temples and wrists.

+ Skin - To support normal aging skin, apply to skin under daily moisturizer. I don't know about you, but I'm trying to push those fine lines off as long as I can...and at an average of $100 for those fancy anti-aging creams, I’d much rather just add something natural to my face cream.

+ Meditation - Where my yoga friends at?

+ Brittle Nails - Apply several times per week to nails and base of nails.

+ Sleep - Diffuse at night with Lavender for a restful night’s sleep.

Raven

 

Raven is a powerful blend of Ravintsara, Lemon, Wintergreen, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus Radiata. Raven is our favorite go-to EO to rub on chests, throats, & feet for ages 6+. It helps support a healthy body temperature, and we love to make a soothing chest rub with Raven and a carrier oil!

 

If you want a little extra boost in your chest rub, check out this recipe! I have used different variations of this concoction, but this is the one I will have on hand during the winter months.

3 tablespoons organic coconut oil
7 drops Raven
7 drops R.C.™
5 drops Thieves®
5 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
5 drops Peppermint
Combine and store in a glass container in a cool, dark place.
Sometimes I store it in my refrigerator to keep it from melting.

 

Tip: Try diffusing Raven in a steamy bathroom or adding a drop to the corner of your shower!

 

Have littles under 6 that need some extra help breathing? Check out SniffleEase with is a part of Young Living’s Kidscents line and is prediluted!

 

Valor

 

Our bravery oil!

 

Valor has a woodsy, grounding aroma that is great for massages and other topical and aromatic uses. Use it to greet each morning with a positive attitude or to refocus at the end of a challenging day.

 

This blend is by far one of our favorites!! And it is an incredible value in the premium starter kit!! It retails at $52.30 😱

 

VALOR::
+ Chills us out (which is why it’s amazing at bedtime)
+ Great for use with all of the emotions
+ Helps us focus
+ Gives us the "ooomph" we need to tackle new things


+ Gets us past our worries of new faces and places
+ Known as “chiropractor in a bottle” so we roll it on our backs to keep ourselves aligned

PanAway

 

 

This oil right here just might become your favorite!
It’s going to be your BFF after a workout… or a lifesaver when you’ve overexerted yourself physically. PanAway is a blend of Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, and Peppermint essential oils, and it can be used in a massage or foot bath to help ease muscle discomfort.

 

My favorite Panaway recipe is for a muscle rub! (Although you could totally use PanAway by itself for a similar effect!)
--Ingredients--
• 8 drops PanAway
• 5 drops Peppermint
• 5 drops Valor
•1/2 Coconut Oil
• 4 oz Mason Jar
--Directions--
1. Add Coconut Oil + essential oils to a glass bowl
2. Mix everything together & place in jar
3. Apply the rub on your muscles after exercise
(this is one of those recipes that doesn’t need much explanation!)

 

Stress Away

 

 

Stress Away is literally vacation in a bottle, and it does exactly what the name suggests!! It helps bring relief to everyday stresses we all can feel. 

This blend of Copaiba, Lime, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Ocotea, and Lavender essential oils smells amazing and when diffused or applied topically provides a calming aroma and feeling.

 

If you or your kiddos need some calm in your life, I love diffusing it with Frankincense. 

If you want to pretend you’re on a beach getaway, combine it with Citrus Fresh in your diffuser!!

 

When your kit arrives, I’m telling you… grab your new bottle of Stress Away + the roller top that comes in your kit. Snap the roller top on your Stress Away & put that bad boy in your purse. Trust me!

 

Peace & Calming

 

Peace & Calming - the name says it all!!

 

This oil encourages deep relaxation, and is incredible for establishing nighttime routines. It is known for quieting and calming the mind, uplifting the mood, and smells incredible!

 

Add this oil to your diffuser for a comforting fresh aroma. This blend features tangerine, orange, ylang ylang, patchouli, and the coveted blue tansy. 

In our home, we also use Peace &

 

Calming for:
- nervous feelings
- holding an attention span
- applying to feet for a full body rest
- diffusing for a peaceful, calm environment
- using in a roller bottle with for on-the-go calming
- working through feelings of anxiousness, stress, worry, and fear
-restless legs (I apply a drop to my knees and within 5 minutes I feel better)

And if you have a babe in the house you can also use it for:
- tantrums
- getting baby to chill out during that "witching hour"
- applying or diffusing in the car during traffic or yucky weather, or bored children. 😜

Starter Kit Review/ FAQs

 

Guys! The premium starter kit comes with a diffuser, all those oils we just talked about, and samples of Ningxia Red, Thieves Cleaner, and Thieves Hand Gel. WOW! It is by far the best bang for your buck, and an amazing way to get started with YL Essential Oils!

 

Ningxia Red: A drink power packed with antioxidants, adds oxygen to your blood, and gives energy. My kids drink some in the mornings and love it. We could do a separate class on just this one product

Thieves Cleaner is the best cleaner I have found, and it is plant based, safe for the kids, and smells amazing. I use it on all surfaces and I promise you want this in your home

Thieves Hand Gel is so so so great. I keep it in my purse, in my kitchen, and in my car. It does not dry your hands out and it kills those germs!

 

FAQ: 

1. How long do essential oils bottles last?
-The 5ml bottles each have 85-100 drops (your kit comes with all 5ml bottles)
-the 15ml bottles each have 250-300 drops

2. If I sign up, do I have to sell?
Absolutely not! In fact, the majority of Young Living members in our community don't ever sell a thing. They get their kit, fall in love with their oils, take advantage of the 24% discount they get, but never sell a single thing! There's never any pressure to start a business with Young Living, but there is the opportunity and we make it as easy as possible for you to learn how to do so if you're interested!

FAQ (continued)

3. Do they really work as well as everyone says?
Yes! I mean it when I say that my entire life has changed because of oils. We are healthier and living more toxin-free lives, and walking in better emotional health than ever before. I am so, so grateful.

 

4. Does it matter who I grab my kit from? Can't I just go to youngliving.com and grab it that way?
It actually DOES matter, and NO you shouldn't just go to YL's website and sign up that way! When you purchase your oils for the first time, you are joining a “team” or “community” - kinda like becoming a leaf on a family tree. You get to be a part of a bigger community of oilers who encourage & empower each other as they’re learning. Doing your research on who you grab your kit from is SO very important! When you don't get someone's link or referral number when you order, you'll be placed under someone random, and that doesn’t ensure that you’ll have the very best support. Make sure you sign up with someone you know and trust so that you have someone cheering you on as you start using your oils!

 

5. Is there a reason to go with Young Living over the other slew of brands out there?
ABSOLUTELY! Through all my research and experience, YL is the only brand I would trust to use for myself and my family. Young Living promises that from the seed planted in the ground, all the way through harvesting and distilling and hardcore testing the oil for impurities and then sealing the bottle, we have 100% control over what happens and still consult 3rd parties for confirmation. That is peace of mind at its finest...nothing but the purest, best essential oil from the earth will ever be found in these bottles. It's a guarantee that I trust for my family!