There is something totally lovely about making your loved ones hand made presents that are still luxurious, green and smell fabulous.
Here are some great ideas….
Shower Melts
Shower melts are a great alternative to bath bombs if you are in a hurry or prefer showers. This DIY includes doTERRA Breathe® Respiratory Blend, to help give feelings of open airways and promote clear breathing. You can use different oils for different effects, but this one is especially helpful when experiencing the effects of seasonal threats, or to calm the senses before
bed.
Ingredients
1 cup baking soda
25 drops doTERRA Breathe Respiratory Blend
¼–⅓ cup water
Ingredients
1 cup baking soda
25 drops doTERRA Breathe Respiratory Blend
¼–⅓ cup water
Play Doh
The cold weather usually means more time indoors. Entertain your kids this season by turning play time into learning time by making aromatherapy play dough! This activity is a great way for children to learn about aromatherapy and essential oils. Use a variety of oils and colors to help kids learn new scents. Some fun essential oils could include: Wild Orange, Peppermint, Lemon, Rosemary, or Lavender.
Ingredients
2 cups flour
2 cups colored water
1 cup salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
5 drops of essential oils
Instructions
Combine all ingredients, except for essential oils, in a large saucepan and stir until combined.
Once combined, put over medium heat. Using a spatula, continue to stir ingredients together until it forms a ball.
Remove from heat and cool on parchment paper.
Once cool, add five drops of your favorite essential oil and knead until thoroughly combined.
You’re done! Just store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for months of fun.
Beard Balm
This beard balm is an all-natural, leave-in conditioner that nourishes and moisturises your beard. It stops dryness, tangles, and frizz while bringing out your beard's natural luster.
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons beeswax
1 teaspoon shea butter
3 teaspoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
½ teaspoon vitamin E oil
2 drops Cedarwood essential oil
2 drops Tea Tree essential oil
2 drops Rosemary essential oi
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Instructions
1 - Combine all ingredients, except essential oils, in glass container.
2 - Place jar in saucepan with 15mL - 30mL of boiling water.
3 - Stir ingredients until melted and thoroughly combined.
4 - Remove from heat and let rest for three minutes.
5 - Add essential oils and stir.
6 - Pour mixture into an empty tin or air-tight glass jar.
7 - Let balm rest one to two hours before use.
Solid Perfume DIY
It is easy to enjoy the many benefits of essential oils with this long-lasting Solid Perfume DIY. Simply add your favorite essential oil to the mixture and pour into a unique container for a personalized perfume.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons beeswax
2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
20 drops of your favorite doTERRA essential oil or blend
Instructions
Add beeswax and Fractionated Coconut Oil to glass jar.
Place jar in saucepan with one to one and a half inches of boiling water.
Stir ingredients until combined (about 5–10 minutes).
Once melted, remove from heat and let rest for three minutes.
Add essential oil and stir.
Pour into containers.
To use, apply small amount to skin.
For some men using essential oils might seem like something only women do. However essential oils are extremely versatile and can be used by people of any age and any gender. These three DIY recipes are created for men’s everyday personal care needs and will help to conquer even the most sceptical user!
Shaving Cream
Fortified with natural lubricants and essential oils, this shaving cream improves razor glide for a close, comfortable shave. The shaving cream will leave the skin smooth, healthy, and moisturised.
Ingredients
⅓ cup (75 grams) of shea butter
⅓ cup (80 ml) coconut oil
¼ cup (60 ml) Fractionated Coconut Oil
5 drops Sandalwood oil
5 drops Peppermint oil
5 drops Melaleuca oil
Instructions
Place all the ingredients, except for the essential oils, in double boiler.
Once melted, remove from the heat and let sit for three minutes.
Add essential oils and stir until combined.
Let shaving cream rest until hard. Tip: You can put it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.
Using a hand or stand mixer, whip shaving cream until light and fluffy.
Place in container of choice
Aftershave Serum
Shaving may be essential, but razor bumps don’t have to be. This aftershave serum, enriched with calming doTERRA essential oils, will help to soothe the skin and make it look and feel smooth. 
Ingredients
Instructions
Place Fractionated Coconut Oil and rosewater in a glass spray or pump bottle
Add essential oils and shake
To use, spray directly on skin on place two to three pumps in palms and rub on affected skin
What Next?If you’d like to learn more about how you can use essential oils for health and happiness, then you can join our online community GREENLIFEOILS. if you are ready to get started CLICK HERE for step by step ordering instructions.
Happy and healthy living!
Tanya