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Toxin-Free Sink Scrub
Toxin-Free Sink Scrub
A good, toxin-free sink scrub can be such a helpful tool in the kitchen!
It is unsettling how toxic they are!
Thankfully, there’s a simple answer.Â
Ingredients:
2 C Baking Soda
2 caps of Thieves Household Cleaner
10 drops Young Living Lemon Essential Oil (we only trust Young Living)
Directions:
Mix together in a jar like this one.
Rinse the sink to make sure it’s wet.
Sprinkle in the sink and scrub with a toxin-free sponge. This one is my favorite.
Formulated with the power of Young Living’s Thieves oil blend, you can get a deep clean without dangerous or synthetic ingredients.
Thieves Cleaner also includes the scent of Lemon essential oil for an even more uplifting aroma.
Big Problem
The only “A” rated sink scrub still has so many disturbing synthetic fragrances and fake oils.
Long story short, this is very dangerous for your family.
This is not enough. We demand 100% toxin free.
The Answer
With the Premium Starter Kit, jump start your toxin-free journey with 11 oils, a diffuser, and a packet of Thieves Household Cleaner .
(Need to get a toxin-free starter kit? Click here: Young Living Starter Kit)
Half of that packet (or two caps if you’ve gotten the actual bottle) of liquid gold will do the trick.
The Recipe
Ingredients:
2 C Baking Soda
2 caps of Thieves Household Cleaner
10 drops Young Living Lemon Essential Oil (we only trust Young Living)
Directions:
Mix together in a jar like this one.
Rinse the sink to make sure it’s wet.
Sprinkle in the sink and scrub with a toxin-free sponge. This one is my favorite.
Formulated with the power of Young Living’s Thieves oil blend, you can get a deep clean without dangerous or synthetic ingredients.
Thieves Cleaner also includes the scent of Lemon essential oil for an even more uplifting aroma.
About THHC
You’ll love the sweet-and-spicy scent and serious cleaning power of Thieves Household Cleaner.
This all-purpose cleaner can be used on any surface in your home for dusting, spot cleaning, scrubbing, or any other cleaning need.
Wherever you use it, you’ll feel good knowing it’s safe to use around everyone in your family, including pets.
Final Thoughts
This is just one way of many that I have found to use my Thieves Household Cleaner (one of 12, technically!).
I am so forever grateful for our Premium Starter Kit that changed our family’s health for the better.
The sink scrub DIY above is so simple, makes a lot (a little goes a long way), and it’s super-effective!
I like scrubbing it at night after the final load is loaded in the dishwasher, so we can wake to a clean and fresh-smelling kitchen.
Enjoy!
Andrea 🙂
Pain Relief Cream
For years I assumed the pain relief cream on the market was safe.
How else could they make their way into my town’s grocery?
I was surprised by what I found.
Weep with Me
Weep with Me
It baffles me when I look back on my life’s struggles through this new lens; that He should weep with me.
In times of sorrow, confusion, pain. When things fell apart.
Jesus was weeping with me.
Never Alone
I knew I wasn’t alone.
I felt Your hand holding me up.
Pulling me out of bed.
Making me put one foot in front of the other.
I knew You were with me, but I didn’t see you weeping.
When You Were There
As I curled into a ball lamenting my lost babies.
As I prayed fervently over my tiny newborn, fighting for his life, and begging for Your strength.
As I shouted at You at the end of my driveway angry at how I felt You’d turned against me.
What I See Now
I knew You were there, and I trusted Your presence, but I never knew You were weeping over Your child as I suffered.
That is a grace and a love poured out I cannot even fathom.
You are so so good to me.
You care for this heart.
I love You, Jesus!
Thank You for never leaving my side, and for weeping when I weep.
I knew You were my strength and my comfort; I just never realized until now that You were truly in the trenches right alongside me every day.
Count it Joy
It takes a complete understanding to weep over someone as they face a trial.
But of course You did. There’s no place I have stood You’ve not already been.
I am overwhelmed by Your love, and I weep tears of joy as I jot this down as fast as I can shortly after the realization of it all.
How you could be a strength and shield and comfort and holding my hand crying Your own tears of anguish…I’m in complete awe at the Truth of who You are.
You amaze me with Your unbelievable goodness and grace.
Oh, Lord, You are so so good to me.
Abound
I found myself confused about how I got there: Afraid.
Why is Everyone Talking About Young Living?
Why is everyone talking about Young Living?
Is it just hype? A fad?
Everyone and their brother offers “essential oils,” so why should we even care about Young Living?
Aren’t they one of those MLM things?
How to Utilize the Young Living Referral Program
Big Thank You!
Young Living loves when you share their products, but they make sure to thank you in a big way!
Is Your Home Toxic? Take This Quiz to Find Out!
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Lavender Mint Conditioner
Lavender Mint Shampoo
Lavender Mint Daily Conditioner is an invigorating daily moisture blend created to be suitable for all hair types.
(If you still need to get your 24% discount, click here: Young Living Starter Kit)
Here’s what we really think about it.
Usage
Using this conditioner, you need to be careful not to use too much.
I have so much hair that is very thick and tangles easily, so I was used to pouring tons into my hand so my old, toxin-filled junk would eventually do the trick.
Not with this conditioner!
After washing with my diluted version of Lavender Mint Shampoo, I only needed a pea-sized amount.
PEA. SIZED.
The first time I used it was a bit hilarious since I just figured it was like every other conditioner. I could’ve conditioned six heads of hair that day!
The reason why: concentration!
Just like so many Young Living products, you’re buying in bulk without the heavy containers.
Results
I work it only through the bottom of my hair, staying away from my scalp (that will make my hair too oily), and I absolutely love the outcome!
My highlights look great. My hair feels soft. I can run a comb through it, which is miraculous with this mop!
The best part was that I used this super small bottle over the course of 7 months. That was unheard of with my 32 oz. bottle I used to buy in the store!
I have been so pleased with the results that I know I’ll never use another conditioner!
What Do Other People Think?
I help admin. a group on Facebook of now over 19,000 people {both members and non}, who weigh in on Young Living’s products every day, so I thought I’d include some of the thoughts I read there to help round out your view on this product.
- “…my conditioner lasted 6 months.”
- “When the conditioner gets low I add a little hot water from the shower so I get every last drop!!”
- “I let the conditioner sit for a min or 2. My hair feels thicker and my high lights look like i just had them done!”
- “Dilute the conditioner like a third to make it less thick and add like 15 drops of a oil you like like Ylang or lime or lavender.”
- “Cut down on the amount! I only use like a dime size amount. I rub the conditioner only on the ends.”
- “Get a shower brush and brush your hair while finishing.”
- “I used 1/3. Rest filled with water. I’m so in love with YL shampoo and conditioner and I’ll never go back.”
Final Thoughts
You get a lot of bang for your buck with this one, but be sure to only use a little bit!
I love this conditioner and will never go back to anything else!
To make it even better, I utilize a program called Essential Rewards where I get 25% of my purchases back in points to use on my next time shopping.
And if that wasn’t enough, I get 24% off products because I’m a wholesale member.
Get These Products in Your Life
If you’re curious about how to get the products you see featured in Young Living Product Reviews in your life, you’ll want to read this guide to the best way to get started.
I hope you found this useful in your search for a great conditioner!
Essential Oil Basics
The essential oil basics are simpler than you may think.
Essential oils are more than nice scents; these powerful plant extracts are your path to lifelong wellness.
This post is your guide to the basics of essential oils.
Backpack Essentials
When looking for backpack essentials, we print the supplies list.
Grab the book bag and lunch box.
We even stock our pantry with snacks.
However, we often neglect preventative health when preparing for the school year.
This post will help you take back your year!Â
Backpack Essentials 2+3
We often think of supplements as something only adults take, but you’ll find that the more you give your kids as a part of their backpack essentials, the simpler their school years become!
Backpack Essentials 4
TOOL: Diffusing
In this part of the series, Backpack Essentials 4 we will learn all about the power of oils in the air !
(If you haven’t gotten your kit with diffuser yet, click here: Young Living Starter Kit)
We have seen some amazing things happen when our air is clean, free of toxins, and helping support our family’s bodies!
I’ve added some of my favorite diffuser recipes in this post to help you get through this school year much easier.
Backpack Essentials 5
TOOL: A Well-Stocked Backpack
Lets continue with Backpack Essentials 5!
Below are the some great ideas to help kids take charge of their own wellness and to know they are having a toxin-free experience at school.
Backpack Essentials 6
Backpack Essentials 6 is all about the oils Young Living made just for our children!
Our family loves the pre-diluted KidScents oils!
Here’s a quick rundown of each of the oils for you!
Backpack Essentials: Teacher Gifts
As a former teacher, I can speak for all educators when I say that teachers work hard for your children, so one of the biggest backpack essentials is teacher gifts!
I can also say that when teachers feel appreciated and cared for after pouring their hearts out to your children, it is refreshing.
This post is full of toxin-free gifts any teacher would be thankful to receive!
(If you haven’t gotten your 24% discount on all oils and oil-infused products, click here: Young Living Starter Kit)
Lavender Mint Shampoo
My hair’s description: straight, kinky-curly, wavy, frizzy, super-thick, so finding a shampoo is tough.Read more
Facial Scrub
Facial scrub can be so beneficial-if you’re not destroying your skin with toxins.
Try this DIY to make sure you’re only sloughing off dead skin cells and not damaging your face.
1/2 C baking soda
4 TBS hempseed oil
10 drops of the following:
Orange essential oil
Bergamot essential oil
Lavender essential oil
5 drops Young Living Cypress essential oil
5 drops Young Living Tea Tree essential oil.
Mix together and store in a glass jar. Make sure to apply gently. Let the scrub do the work!
Top 3 Reasons to Use a Facial Scrub
(If you haven’t gotten your 24% discount on your toxin-free wellness box yet, click here: Young Living Starter Kit)
1.) Removes dead skin and makeup that makeup remover and face wash alone can’t completely wipe away.
2.) With a truly clean face, your moisturizer, oils, acne treatment, etc. will be more effective.
3,) Removes any rough patches to reveal nourished, glowing skin.
Best Place to Start
As yourself the following:
1.) Is your facial scrub on this toxic list?
2.) Do you have a facial scrub?
While many on the market have harmful substances in them, don’t lose hope.
Thankfully you have some great options for a clean and safe toxin-free scrub!
Option 1:
Daily Scrub
If you want to scrub daily, you’ll need something extra gentle.
Try this DIY to make sure you’re only sloughing off dead skin cells and not damaging your face.
1/2 C baking soda
4 TBS hempseed oil
10 drops of the following:
Orange essential oil
Bergamot essential oil
Lavender essential oil
5 drops Young Living Cypress essential oil
5 drops Young Living Tea Tree essential oil.
Mix together and store in a glass jar. Make sure to apply gently. Let the scrub do the work!
You can choose whichever essential oils you need for your particular skin, but I chose these because I have oily skin that is prone to breakouts.
Hempseed oil is the only carrier oil that doesn’t break out my face, and I find that this ratio of baking soda and hempseed keeps the scrub super gentle.
Option 2:
If you’re looking for a scrub 2-3 times per week, this Satin Facial Scrub is where it’s at.
Polish and prep your skin with this naturally derived face scrub.
Made with apricot seed powder,Satin Facial Scrub gently exfoliates your face to lift and remove dry, dead skin cells and reveal bright, even-looking skin.
Use it to start the day or to take the day off; whenever you reach for it, you’ll leave a clean, smooth slate for the next step in your skin care regimen.
This exfoliating scrub was formulated to bring you a natural way to cleanse and reveal glowing, radiant skin.
With a new formula and carefully selected ingredients—including mango butter and raspberry extract, you’ll feel confident adding this gentle face exfoliator to your skin care routine, along with Young Living’s other naturally derived personal care products.
Plus, it has pure Peppermint essential oil for a minty scent and tingly fresh feel.
Option 3:
In store and online options from EWG that are listed as safe can be found here.
Final Thoughts
Choosing skincare products are vital to aging properly and to your overall health.
I love that I can create products like facial scrub using common household products and my Premium Starter Kit.
How to Get Oils and Oil-Infused Products in Your Life
As you read through the blog, you’re likely learning very fast that Young Living Essential Oils have rocketed our family into toxin-free living.
You can read our family’s testimonial and learn more about how to get started with Young Living, click here.
I hope you find these toxin-free options helpful and enjoy the baby-soft face that comes with truly amazing products!
Many Blessings!
Andrea 🙂
Super B Supplement Review
This review on Super B multivitamin gives you 3 major pieces of information.
- My personal experience.
- The important information.
- Testimonials from a group of over 18K people who’ve used this supplement, too.
I hope this serves you well!
You’ll see a way to get your own at the end of my testimonial.
Personal Testimonial
I didn’t expect to feel the effects of a Super B this fast.
I noticed an increase in energy within the first hours of taking it.
Something you should know is that it can make your urine bright yellow, which can be alarming if you aren’t expecting it.
I also noticed that if I take them in the afternoon, I have a tough time getting to sleep at night. I definitely recommend taking them first thing in the morning.
Two tablets per day is super simple and keeps me feeling great. Definitely love my Super B!
You can get yours here  which comes with lots of customizable support!
What is Super B…and Why Does it Matter?
It is a comprehensive vitamin complex containing all eight essential, energy-boosting B vitamins(B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12).
It features Orgen-FA, a natural folate source derived from lemon peels, and methylcobalamin, a more bioavailable source of B12.
It’s combined with Nutmeg essential oil and bioavailable chelated minerals such as magnesium, manganese, selenium, and zinc.
Super B not only assists in maintaining healthy energy levels, but it also supports mood and cardiovascular and cognitive function.
B vitamins are essential to our health and well-being, and each B vitamin performs a unique and separate function in the body.
They must be replenished daily,as they are not stored in the body.
Super B is a fantastic addition to your toxin-free and healthy lifestyle.
What Other Say About Super B
Responses are taken from a group on Facebook.
There are over 18,000 people {both members and non}, who write in, comment, and question Young Living products every day.
When I searched Super B, these comments stood out the most. I didn’t see anything negative about this product, which is exciting from this many people!
- “Make sure to consult with your doctor if you’re taking prescriptions.”
- “You know what you shouldn’t do…take Super B at 6:30 p.m.. Wide awake forever.”
- Too many to count recommending people to add their favorite supplement!
- “Today I am very thankful for Super B!”
- Many listed it as the best Essential Rewards addition.
- “Ningxia Nitro, Super B, and En-R-Gee oil blend for pre-workout.”
- On the list a LOT for “Newbie’s next pick.”
