DIY Glide On Sunscreen

Lotion base ( adjust measurements to your liking)

1/2 cup sweet almond oil or olive oil

1/4 cup coconut oil

1/4 cup beeswax pellets  ( use less if you want it less solid)

Optional 1 tsp Vit E oil

Optional 1 tbsp Shea butter or cocoa butter (do what work for you)

Adapted From www.wellnessmama.com and www.homemademommy.net

(This is a good recipe if making a sunscreen stick)

2 tblsp powdered zinc oxide

YLEOs:

Lavender- 15 drops

Frankincense 10 drops

Carrot seed 20 drops

Peppermint 5 drops

In a double broiler, melt beeswax pellets on medium to low heat. Don't let it boil. Cover it with a lid to speed the process but also stir it occasionally. Add coconut oil and stir it with a chopstick. When that's melted, add Shea or Cocoa butter and gently stir. Remove from heat when it's done melting. Add vit. E oil. Add zinc oxide, then essential oils. Continue stirring. Poor it in containers. Wait for it to cool. Enjoy and don't forget to eat right and drink lots of water! 

 

My daughter Emma prefers this sunscreen to the other diy sunscreen lotion I made. 

DIY Sunscreen with YLEOs

I am so excited about this recipe! This one is a "bottled lotion" consistency. I even had my husband and daughter try it out. It's perfect! Don't quote me on this, but if you are wondering about the SPF, it ranges between a 30-50. 

Recipe:

2 tblsp beeswax pellets 

5 oz coconut oil or olive oil

4 oz distilled water 

2 tblsp powdered zinc oxide

4 capsules or 1 tsp Sulferzyme

10 drops Purification YLEO 

5 drops Lavender YLEO

5 drops Carrot Seed YLEO 

5 drops Frankincense YLEO

*YLEO = Young Living Essential Oils

*recipe from YL July newsletter

Melt beeswax in a double boiler. Then add coconut or olive oil. Remove melted oil from heat and add distilled water. Stir with chopstick (I don't like using metal utensils unless it's stainless steel and definitely don't use plastic). Add Zinc and SulferZyme. With a hand mixer, whip up the mixture for a couple of minutes for desired consistency. Add YLEOs and stir it with a chopstick. Pour the sunscreen lotion in a bottle dispenser or container of your choice. Voila! I used 1 oz glass containers because that's all I have right now. (See picture above)

This makes a little over 5 ounces of sunscreen lotion. 

Keep in mind when protecting your skin, I wouldn't be so concerned about SPF as I would be about what you put IN your body. So here is the basic guideline, especially when you're out in the sun. 

Increase your intake of anti oxidants and anti inflammatory foods to "crowd out" the junk.

Be patient with yourself when it comes to changing your diet. It's hard for me, too. Do what you can and make sure you drink a ton of water. 

Tubs, Toilets, Floors

I hate cleaning. HATE IT. So I'm always looking for diy cleaning recipes. Now I just wish it would come with a person who would clean every inch of my house! 

Okay, so here it is:

Floors

1 gallon of hot water

1/4 cup of Borax

5-10 drops of YL lemon essential oil

Optional:

a capful of Thieves cleaner

Ready to clean? 

I found another recipe. Let's try this one for the toilet bowl

1 2/3 cup baking soda

1/2 cup liquid Castile soap

1 cup water

2 tblsp white vinegar

Optional

5-10 drops lemon essential oil

A cap of Thieves household cleaner

DIY Tub and Sink Scrub

2 1/2 cups baking soda

1/4 cup liquid Castile soap

2 tblsp white vinegar

1-2 tblsp (or more) water to make a paste ("toothpaste" consistency)

YL lemon essential oil 5-10 drops or whatever works for you 

Mix baking soda and soap. Slowly stir in cold water. Add YLEOS. 

All Purpose Cleaner

1 part water to one part white vinegar

YL lemon and melaleuca Alternafolia or YL Purification essential oil (amount of drops depend on you).

Store in dark place 

Ningxia Red!

21 REASONS To Drink Ningxia Red Juice!

 (Ignore the mess behind my daughter)

1. The Ningxia Wolfberry provides ample antioxidants to strengthen the immune system. Antioxidants permeate cell walls and attack free radicals before they damage the DNA of the cell nucleus. 

2. Antioxidants of this berry fight arteriosclerosis and artherosclerosis – aiding the circulatory system – including the heart.

3. The Ningxia Wolfberry is powerful in helping the liver function properly. The liver is one of the most vital organs in the body – it’s our cleansing machine.

4. Helps the eyes, cataracts, glaucoma, and visual acuity. This berry contains a complete array of antioxidant carotenoids including beta-carotene and zeaxanthin. In fact, the Ningxia Wolfberry has the highest source of carotenoids in all known foods. Beta-carotene is best known as a nutrient for the retina.

5. Cancer Help. The main constituent of the wolfberry is Lycium Barbarum Polysaccharide (LBP), and according to studies in China, LBP helps cancer patients rebuild their white blood cell count, enhancing phagocytes and the activity of natural killer cells, which bind to cancerous cells, as well as improving major classes of T-cells. “increase the antibody reaction to the T-cell antigen”.

6. More Cancer Help. Acetone extract from the Ningxia Wolfberry inhibits gene mutation. Some scientists say the fruit is a good supplement to prevent liver cancer. Also, studies show objective regression of cancer in patients with malignant melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, and others. Results also indicated LBP may be used as an adjuvant in the biotherapy of cancer.

7. Minerals & vitamins act as enzymes and co-factors in the digestion process.

8. Studies on seniors in China produced amazing results (many people liver beyond 100 years of age in wolfberry growing areas). Increases in Super Oxide Dismutase (SOD) and hemoglobin were found in serum in all participants. In other words wolfberry “may help slow the aging process”.

9. Protects against the free radical attack on the mitochondrial DNA – our energy furnaces inside each cell. Antioxidants fight against mitochondrial destabilation.

10. Helps lower blood sugar and in many tests at least stabilizes blood sugar.

11. It is important that cell walls maintain their malle-ability for nutrients to cross this membrane. The free radical scavengers found in the Ningxia Wolfberry strengthen the cell wall and support efficient transport of flavonoid nutrients into the cell and waste products out of the cell. 

12. Strengthens the brains neuro-transmitters against pervasive free radical activity, thus fighting against dementia and other forms of memory loss.

13. Promotes a sense of well-being, and has had noticeable results in tests, which reduces stress and anxiety. The tissues of the body (including the brain) are assisted in avoiding oxidative stress.

14. Has a B-vitamin complex essential to the body. In addition, these vitamins are vital for converting food to energy.

15. Cells need to communicate, esp. those in the brain and nervous system. The synaptic responses are protected & fortified by the same polyphenols (flavonoids) that this berry uses to protect itself.

16. Provides powerful anti-fungal and anti-bacterial action because it contains solvetivone (an amino acid). Properties in the food fight viruses – it’s anti-viral.

17. Reduces pain caused by inflammation because the berry contains Beta-Sitosteral, a remarkable anti-inflammatory.

18. The Ningxia Wolfberry is high in protein (more than whole wheat), an essential cellular building block.

19. The Ningxia Wolfberry, unlike most berries, contains natural Vitamin E – a restorative antioxidant with too many health benefits to list here.

20. A healthier, romantic life. The wolfberry increases overall health performance, including sexual responses. One herbalist wrote, “Wolfberry can make a young wolf out of an old man.”

21. This berry, dubbed “A complete body health motivator” has many unique polysaccharides, not found in any other plant on the planet.

Information Taken From: “21 Reasons To Drink Ningxia Red Juice”, by Health & Wealth, Inc. 2005. Sound Concepts.


What Makes Ningxia Red So Unique!

● Wolfberries, the miracle superfood, support multiple body systems and are an ultra-rich nutrient source.*

● Blueberries contain ultra-high levels of antioxidants.

● Pomegranates support cardiovascular health and are also rich in antioxidants.*

● Apricots are revered for supporting longevity.

● Raspberries contain ellagic acid, known to protect DNA.*

● Therapeutic-grade lemon and orange essential oils contain the antioxidant d-limonene.

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DIY Citrus Face and Body Scrub

1 cup organic sugar

1/4 cup coconut oil or olive oil

1 tblsp organic raw honey

10 drops each of Young Living essential oils:

Lime, lemon, orange, grapefruit 

(Or whatever citrus oils you like)

Mix all ingredients together and put it in a glass jar. 

How to apply on face: 

Wet your face with warm water. Take a scoop of the scrub and scrub your face in circular motions. Rinse your face with slightly cold water. You'll feel refreshed!

My friend gave this a try and said "It was DIVINE! I love the smell of the citrus oils."

This scrub is good for chapped lips, too...and it's EDIBLE!

DIY BODY SCRUB

2 cups organic raw sugar

1/4 cup coconut oil or olive oil

1 tblsp fresh squeezed lemon juice**

1/2 tblsp organic raw honey 

1 tsp Bragg's apple cider vinegar 

**substitute with Young Living Lemon oil

(5-6 drops or whatever suits your fancy)

Mix all ingredients together. It smells great and makes your skin soft and smooth. 

So here's some stories of mine:

- I gave a sample of this body scrub to a friend. She used it for her dry feet and says IT WORKS!

- my daughters were peeling from a sunburn. They used the body scrub and said IT WORKS! No more peeled gross dead skin!

Health Benefits of YL lemon oil

Secret Oily Believer

My first born son. He's a secret YL oily believer. He's good with Thieves oil diffused in his room. Whenever he's got blisters from soccer, he always uses YL animal scent ointment. I know - weird title for an alternative to Neosporin. It was originally made for animals, that's why. So yes, use the ointment for your furry family members, too. 

Alternative to Neosporin

Alternative to toxic air fresheners

Choose a Healthier Energy Drink

A couple of ounces of Ningxia Red will give you a good healthy start when you are running out the door without breakfast. I just handed my husband a "to go" packet as he was headed out the door for work. 2 packets are included in the Premium Starter kit when you sign up as a YL member. PM me for details in how to use YL oils as holistic alternative to your health and wellness journey. www.youngliving.org/cc7kalela

"To Go" Packets of Ningxia Red

Everyday Oils for Everyday Mishaps

I literally use these oils everyday. I take them with me everywhere I go. It's my first aid kit. Seriously. Lavender is like a "Swiss army knife", Valor is a "chiropractor in a bottle", PanAway for aches and pains, Peppermint for headaches and tummy aches, Peace & Calming for emotional upset or hyperactivity, Stress Away to calm the nerves, Lemon is an antiseptic and helps detox, frankincense for spiritual use and skin issues, Purification for bug bites, Joy for obvious reasons, Thieves for colds/flu and splinters too. Why do I take them everywhere I go? I'm a MOM. It's what I do. My kids may not want my oils right away but guess who they come to when they've got issues? So all those OTC remedies I used to buy at Walmart or Target are all in the trash and no longer in my home.I love that I can get these oils at wholesale and earn points to also get them for free. I also love sharing my oils to help my family and friends. Do you want a sample? Would you like me to teach a class for you? I'll do both for free! There's no catch. It's called "paying it forward." God put it on my heart to help people heal the natural way rather than feel dependent on OTC drugs that only mask the symptoms.