Premium Starter Kit

PREMIUM STARTER KIT

I was so excited to get my Premium starter kit and couldn't wait to use the lavender and thieves but really didn't know what to do with the other 8 oils.  So......To save you some time here is a quick synopsis of the 10 Essential Oils that come in the new premium starter kit from Young Living. I hope this gives you a jump start into creating a better and healthier life for you and your family.  Let's go!

LAVENDER – Called the Swiss Army Knife of Essential Oil’s.  Studies show that rubbing on chest or neck area calms tense muscles and helps improve mood and helps to relieve depression and anxiety.  Helps heal burns, scrapes, bruises and bumps.  This amazing Essential Oil also promotes tissue regeneration and speeds wound healing.  Calms and relaxes, lowers blood pressure and supports heart health.  It is antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic, anti-tumoral, anticonvulsant, vasodialating, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, reduces blood fat/cholesterol, combats excess sebum (pores) on skin. 

University of Miami researches found that inhalation of lavender oil increased beta waves in the brain, suggesting heightened relaxation.  It also reduced depression and improved cognitive performance (Diego MA, et al., 1998).  A 2001 Osaka Kyoiku University study showed that lavender reduced mental stress and increased alertness (Motomura, 2001).

Diffuse with Peace & Calming for a restful night’s sleep. It can also be a great addition to any shampoo, soap or bath for a calming effect. 

PEPPERMINT – Peppermint is one of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion.  Jean Valnet, MD studied Peppermint's effect on the liver and respiratory systems.  Alan Hirsch, MD, studied peppermint's ability to directly affect the brains satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after a meal.  It is a highly regarded digestive stimulant.  Peppermint has a cooling and soothing effect and helps calm upset stomach, improves digestion, energy level and focus.  Peppermint also reduces oral bacteria and can be used in toothpaste and mouthwash.  It is anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic (worms), antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal. 

PURIFICATION- This purifying blend cleanses and disinfects the air and neutralizes mildew, cigarette smoke and disagreeable odors.  It disinfects and cleans cuts, scrapes and bites from spiders, bees, hornets and wasps.  It is also great for treating acne.

Add to laundry.  Use as an odor remover and air purifier.  It is excellent for relieving the sting from bug bites and can be used as a bug repellent.  Great for relieving the itch from poison ivy, poison oak and other skin irritants

Ingredients:  Citronella, Lemongrass, Rosemary, melaleuca Alternifolia, Lavandin, Myrtle

LEMON – Invigorating and cleansing Essential Oil which also benefits the metabolism.  It promotes clarity of thought and purpose with a frangrance that is invigorating, enhancing and warming.  It is antitumoral, antiseptic, improves microcirculation, immune stimulant, improves memory and relaxation.  This Essential Oil is rich in Limonene, which has been extensively studied in over 50 clinical studies for it's ability to combat tumor growth. 

It can be used to clear up ear infections (rub on the outside of the ear).  Can be used as mouthwash.   3-4 drops in a glass of water 3 times a day promotes fat loss.  . It’s refreshing and invigorating!

JOY – This is a very beautiful Essential Oil Blend produces a magnetic energy that brings joy to the heart, mind and soul.  It inspires romance and helps overcome deep-seeated grief and depression.    Rub over heart to lift your mood and bring about a joyful feeling.  Improves blood circulation.  Helps relieve menstrual cramps (rub on stomach with a carrier oil and put hot compress over). 

Ingredients:  Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Lemon, Coriander, Tangerine, Jasmine, Roman Chamomile, Palmarosa, Rose

PANAWAY – Also referred to as Tylenol in a bottle.  This very popular blend reduces pain and inflammation, increases circulation and accelerated healing.  It relieves swelling and discomfort from arthritis, sprains, muscle spasms, cramps, bumps and bruises.  It relieves headaches, muscle pain and arthritis.  Panaway reduces pain and inflammation, increases circulation, and accelerates healing.  It relieves swelling and discomfort from arthritis, strains, muscle spasms, cramps, bumps and bruises. 

Ingredients: Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Clove, Peppermint 

FRANKINSCENSE – Naturally boosts the immune system.  Reduces inflammation.  promotes spiritual awareness, meditation and fitness.  Supports brain function.  Reduces joint pain and helps relieve stomach issues.  It supports brain development. It is used for anti-aging.  New research proves it prevents and fights cancer.  Rub 3 or 4 drops on chest and neck to protect you from invading viruses and other things you might be exposed to. Frankincense is useful for visualizing and improving ones spiritual connection and centering.  It has comforting properties that help focus the mind and overcome stress and despair.  Frankincense is considered the holy anointing oil in the Middle East.  It has been used in religious ceremonies for thousands of years.  More recently it has been used in Europe and American hospitals and is subject of substantial research.  Frankincense is antitumoral, immuno-stimulant, antidepressant, muscle relaxing.  Frankincense is also a valuable ingredient in skin care products for aging and dry skin.  The Ancient Egyptians used it for rejuvenation masks.  

• #1 Immune booster in the world
• #1 Essential Oil proven to fight cancer and even prevent cancer
• #1 Natural anti- inflammatory in the world
• Frankincense was worth as much as gold at the time of Christ
• Reduces brain inflammation to allow for clearer thinking
• Reduces age spots and sun spots/sun damage
• Reduces scaring
• It can increase spiritual awareness

 

Melaleuca Alternifolia– Tea Tree Oil - This EssentialOil is a natural cleaner.  It can be used as a disinfectant, to treat skin for minor cuts and abrasions as well as a face wash to treat acne.  It can be used to disinfect and fight fungus and mold. It is highly regarded as an antimicrobial and antiseptic essential oil.  It is  powerful as an antifungal, antiviral, anti-parasitic, anti-inflammatory.  It is a natural household cleaner.  Add to toothpaste and shampoo.

THIEVES - This is a most amazing blend of highly antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-infectious essential oils.  It was created from research based on legends about a group of 15^th century thieves who rubbed oils on themselves to avoid contracting the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead and dying.  When apprehended, the thieves were forced to tell what their secret was and disclosed the formula of the herbs, spices, and oils they used to protect themselves in exchange for more lenient punishment. 

Studies conducted at the Weber State University (Ogden, UT) during 1997 demonstrated the killing power of these amazing oils against airborne microorganisms.  The analysis showed that after 10 minutes of Thieves diffusion in the air, there was an 82% reduction in the gram positive Micrococcus luteus organism bioaerosol, a 96% reduction in the gram negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa organism bioaerosol, and 44% reduction in S. aureus bioaerosol (Choa SC, et al., 1998)

Ingredients:  Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, Rosemary

STRESSAWAY - Stressaway is a gentle, fragrant blend that brings a feeling of peace and tranquility to both children and adults and helps to relieve daily stress and nervous tension.  It helps with normal, everyday stress, improves mental response, restores equilibrium, promotes relaxation, and lowers hypertension. 

Ingredients: Copaiba, Lime, Cedarwood, Vanilla, Ocotea, lavender