If you love all things lavender, you're not alone! This versatile essential oil was my "gateway" into the world of oils, captivating me with its relaxing scent and multiple uses. From soothing skin irritations to calming minor burns, lavender has become my go-to, especially for the kids, making it an indispensable part of our daily routine.
Recent studies have highlighted even more amazing benefits of lavender. Research from the University of Miami shows that smelling lavender increases beta waves in the brain, leading to higher relaxation levels. Similarly, a study from Osaka Kyoiku University found that lavender not only reduces mental stress but also increases alertness, making it a win-win for both relaxation and focus.
Lavender’s benefits extend further, with studies indicating its potential to reduce pain by creating brain waves similar to being held by your mother. Whether it's through essential oil or hydrating Vitality Drops in lavender lemonade flavor, integrating more lavender into your life can be both soothing and revitalizing. How have you used lavender today?
Read more...Peppermint is my second love, when it comes to the starter essential oils. It has such a lovely cool fragrance, and with fall here, I’m already craving my winter favorite- hot mint cocoa!
Our peppermint has many uses, including the cooling action that comes with the scent! Try a drop on a wet washcloth for a relaxing wipe down on a hot day, or add 10 drops to a couple ounces of water to make a spray.
The scent of peppermint essential oil is know for its invigorating aroma, so this is the perfect oil to diffuse at work or during a workout. Try adding a couple drops of Stress Away to peppermint and your home will smell like a mint cookie!
The vitality supplement form of peppermint is an excellent support for digestive health. You can add a drop to almond milk or use a few drops in a capsule after a heavy meal.
My husband swears by a couple drops in his drinking water at work or traveling to keep him energized and focused.
My personal favorite peppermint use is to add a drop to a batch of hot cocoa to make it Christmasy! I also love using it as a second layer oil during a massage- you apply it after the first oil to help “drive” it in with the menthol cooling action! Pretty cool! 😎
Let me know why you love peppermint by dropping a comment on this blog post! And stay safe & well! ~Naomi
Learn more about lavender essential oil and lavender vitality essential oil, from Young Living distributor Naomi Karth of Syracuse Indiana
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