Tribe Essentials Welcome Packet

Tribe Essentials

Welcome to the Oily Life!

Table of Contents 1. Welcome + general info 2. Starter Kit Challenge 3. Use Those Oils 4. Diffuser Blends 5. use that kit 6. A Note About Safety

Welcome!

Welcome to the Tribe friend!

When I first started this journey and received my kit, I was so excited to open it! I pulled all the oils out, opened them up and smelled them all. Everything smelled so amazing (despite digize, let’s be real, that one is not my favorite smell-wise), and I was ready to get everything started.

I pulled out the diffuser, put some water and thieves in it and breathed in the amazingness. And thought‌.. now what? What do I do with these oils? What purposes do they serve? Is the only way to use them is to diffuse them? My initial reason for starting was to help with my sleep, but I really had no clue what they could do beyond that. Luckily, a good friend of mine walked me through what to do, what to use, how to use, and answered all of my million questions. Since then, it has been such an honor and so much fun to continue learning and sharing with others and to pay forward what someone did for me. Young Living is a business for me, but my true joy comes from helping people learn and educate themselves. Watching people fall in love with oils like I did is my favorite!

So thank you for trusting me and for jumping in. The next few pages have some info that may be helpful. But PLEASE reach out if you have any other questions.

Carrier Oils

Base oils or vegetable oils that are used to dilute essential oils before they are applied to the skin.

They are so called because they carry the essential oil onto the skin and allow for the essential oil to be applied to greater skin surface. Here are a few with their pore clogging measure 0-5: Coconut Oil (can be fractionated/liquid or cream) 4/5 Olive Oil 2/5 Grapeseed Oil 2/5 Jojoba Oil 2/5 Castor Oil 1/5 Avocado Oil 2/5 Sunflower Oil 0/5 Vitamin E 2/5

When using essential oils, you always want to ensure you are using them in glass containers as they have the ability to break down plastics if not medical grade. I recommend having a roller bottle, small and large spray bottles, and jars available once you begin your journey. I order most of my supplies from amazon.com or discoverlsp.com

Reference Books

Oily Supplies

One of the most important resources is an essential oil reference guide, in order to use your new oils safely and effectively. There are lots of options for reference guides, but I love and use the following: Essential Oil Pocket Reference Guide (Life Science Publishing) Essential Oil Desk Reference Guide (Life Science Publishing) Gentle Babies (great for expecting and experienced mommas!)

One of the greatest resources available in learning all about essential oils, sharing recipes, determining new oils to try, and getting awesome oily advice is social media. As a part of my team you can belong to a TON of resources on Facebook. You are a Happy Oiler and a member of Tribe Essentials. I will add you to these groups! If this all confuses you, don’t worry, it did me as well at first. Feel free to ask me for any further clarification!!! Here is a quick explanation of our FB groups: The Happy Oilers - Our HUGE team group The H.O. Wellness Discussion - Big team group for discussing oils!

Team Resources

The Savvy Oilers - Our upline group Tribe Essentials - Our smaller team group, great starting place to ask questions!

Virtual Office

The VO is your young living account and the place you can view your orders, track shipping, order new products, LOTS of stuff! You will log into youngliving.com and enter your member number and password. From there you can go to the drop down summary bar. You will be able to access your entire account from here.

Member News : Deals/Promos/Alerts from Young Living Message Center : Messages sent to you from YL My Organization: Displays your personal and organizational value and your downline Quick Order : Place an order that is not through Essential Rewards Essential Rewards: My FAVORITE! Don’t worry… I’ll get to this in a second!

Member Resources: Lots of YL info in here (link builder to create your personal sign-up link) My Account : Track orders, show profile, view commissions, and all kinds of good stuff

Essential rewards is a monthly subscription (think ipsy, birchbox, honest, etc) in which you earn rewards points to redeem free product. It is completely flexible meaning you are able to change the dates of your order every month, change the products in your order every month, and even skip a month every year. It is really a no brainer for everyone who orders regularly. A minimum of 50PV is required every month, and 100PV is needed to make full commissions. However, don’t fret, there are LOTS of ways to get to that number: Have friends and family add to your order.

“Transfer buy” - grab products through YL instead of Target, Walmart, etc. You’re not spending more money, just spending in a different place, AND on things that are so much healthier for your families.

Essential Rewards

Essential Rewards

Each month you will earn points back that can then be redeemed for FREE product. The percentage you earn back will depend on how many consecutive months you have been enrolled in Essential Rewards. This is the new tiered bonus that is rolling out in September 2016 Starting September 1, 2016: Months 1-3 on ER : 10% back in points Months 4-24 on ER: 20% back in points Months 25+ : 25% back in points THANK YOU GIFTS at 3, 6, and 9 months + a special “Loyalty” blend at 1 year Ridiculously amazing, right?!

Sign up for free stuff through ER in your virtual office at youngliving.com/vo/#/login

Being a young living distributor was never on my goal horizon. When I first started using oils, I had no idea how much I would want to share these things, and tell people about how awesome they are! I had no intention of getting a paycheck. I was simply sharing what I loved, what I was using, and it fell into my lap. I purchased my kit, started using the oils and fell in love with them. I started posting on social media about them, started talking with people about them, sharing my love for my oils, what was working for me, what wasn’t working. I had no intentions other than sharing what I had found. I was raving about them just like I rave about other things I like. But people were listening, they were hearing what I was sharing with them, and they wanted to use oils too! They wanted the awesome benefits too! In March 2015 I ended up with a paycheck, just by telling people about what I love. I hear all the time “If I buy a kit, does that mean I have to sell?” And while that answer is and always will be NO, selling is not a requirement, I’m a total advocate of sharing your oils and making a business out of it if you’re interested! It has blessed me beyond measure in my health, my relationships and financially. All while I have fun talking and learning about something I love.

The Business

Starter Kit Challenge

day 1: day 2: day 3:

UNWIND - Add water to the fill line of your diffuser and add 2 drops of Lavender and 3 drops of Stress Away. Or try an Epsom salt soak with 2-3 drops of lavender + 1 cup Epsom salts in a hot bath.

DRINK UP - Add a drop of lemon to your water. It tastes great and helps flush toxins from your system. Just remember to only drink oils from glass, ceramic or stainless steel containers - never plastic.

WAKE UP CALL - Add a drop of peppermint to your morning coffee or 2-3 drops of peppermint + 2-3 drops of lemon in your diffuser for a boost of energy.

day 4:

WHAT THE HEALTH - Boost your family's immune system with 10 drops of Thieves + 10 drops Frankincense in a glass roller bottle topped with carrier oil.

Apply daily to feet!

day 5:

SOOTHE SORE MUSCLES - Add a few drops of carrier oil to your palm and add a couple of drops of Panaway to soothe aching muscles. Copaiba and Peppermint can enhance the soothing sensation.

day 6:

SLEEP TIGHT - Add a drop of lavender to your feet at bedtime to promote sleep. Rub the extra on the back of your neck and diffuse Lavender + Stress Away and prepare to snooze the night away.

day 7:

AFTERNOON PICK ME UP - Diffuse 3 drops of Stress Away and put a drop of peppermint on your thumb and press to the roof of your mouth.

day 8:

CLEANING WITH OILS - Add 8 drops of Thieves to a cup of water in a spray bottle. Spray to clean any surface in your home. BONUS: Use Lemon to remove marks from hard surfaces.

day 9:

3 MINUTE FACIAL - In a small bowl add 2 drops each Lemon, Lavender, Purification, and Frankincense with 1T coconut oil. Apply to your damp face and let sit for 2 minutes and wipe off with a warm, damp cloth.

day 10:

FRESHEN UP - Add 3 drops of Purification to a cotton ball and add to your vacuum filter before you vacuum. Or add 2-3 drops to a washcloth and throw in with a load of laundry! Also great for the bottom of trashcans!

Diffuser Blends Peace Out

Breathe In, Breathe Out

2 drops Lavender + 2 drops Stress Away

2 drops RC + 1 drop Peppermint

Wake Me Up Before You Go Go

So Fresh and So Clean, Clean

2 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Lemon

2 drops Purification + 2 drops Lemon

Springtime Survival Guide

Om

2 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Lemon + 2 drops Lavender

3 drops Frankincense + 1 drop Copaiba

Up, Up, and Away

Clear Head, Clear Nose, Can't Lose

2 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Stress Away

2 drops RC + 2 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Thieves

Oh Happy Day

Catch Some Zzzzs

2 drops Joy + 2 drops Stress Away

2 drops Lavender + 2 drops Cedarwood

Get S%*t Done

Cheer Up, Buttercup

2 drops Joy + 2 drops Lemon

2 drops Valor + 2 drops Frankincense

Lumberjack

Smell Ya Later

2 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce + 2 drops Pine + 2 drops Vetiver

2 drops Thieves + 2 drops Purification

Hippie... That Smells Good

3 drops Joy + 2 drops Patchouli + 2 drops Bergamot

Floral Fresh

2 drops Joy + 2 drops Orange

Use That Kit! lavender:

peppermint:

- Try a drop on your feet at bedtime to promote restful sleep.

- Mix with aloe vera/coconut oil to soothe skin that has been in the sun for too long.

- Rub on dry, chapped, or afflicted skin to help soothe irritation.

- Try a drop in lemonade!

- Place a drop on your thumb and press to the roof of your mouth to combat head tension.

- Diffuse first thing in the morning to promote energy and alertness.

- Try a drop in your coffee when you *really* need a boost.

- Dilute and rub on sore muscles and joints.

- Dilute and rub on abdomen to support the digestive system.

stress away:

panaway:

- Place a drop on your forearms and the back of your neck to combat feelings of tension and unease.

- Inhale from your palms when you need a mood boost.

- Add 3-4 drops to a cup of Epsom salt and add to a hot bath after a long day.

- Diffuse with peppermint for an energy boost or with lavender to calm down.

- Dilute and rub on sore muscles and joints.

- Dilute and apply to temples, neck, and forehead to combat head tension.

- Rub 1-2 drops on the base of spine to support hip joints.

- Use after a workout to support stressed muscles.

frankincense:

purification:

- Diffuse to uplift mood and enhance well-being.

- Mix with carrier oil and apply to aging skin as a moisturizer.

- Apply a few drops on cuts or scars to reduce the appearance.

- Take internally to support the immune system.

- Apply 1-2 drops on itchy skin to soothe irritation.

- Diffuse during meditation or prayer to enhance spiritual awareness.

- Put a drop in the bottom of trashcans / diaper pails/ garbage disposals to combat odor.

- Mix 1-2 drops with baking soda and let sit in stinky shoes overnight.

- Place a drop on the inside of toilet paper rolls to freshen your bathroom.

- Add to washing machine to freshen laundry.

- Mix with water and spritz to repel insects.

- Apply to skin irritations to cleanse and protect.

aromatically, topically, internally

Check the label on each oil for intended use.

Use That Kit! digize:

lemon:

- Rub 1-2 drops on your stomach to aid digestive function and ease discomfort.

- Take diluted in a capsule to support digestive health and ease tummy troubles.

- Take internally while abroad to support immunity.

- Apply to stomach and inhale to combat issues with moving vehicles.

- Place a drop in your water for refreshing hydration and to support stomach function.* - Use to remove stains from hard surfaces.

- Diffuse to uplift mood.

- Diffuse while studying to help retain information.

- Use as a degreaser when cleaning or to tackle hard water spots.

- Use to remove sticky residue from labels, to remove gum from hair, and crayon marks on walls *always use glass or stainless steel

copaiba:

rc:

- Diffuse to create a calm atmosphere.

- Rub on your throat to soothe.

- Take internally to maintain urinary health.

- Apply topically to support healthy joints.

- Use in face cream to enhance healthy skin.

- Apply to insect bites to relieve irritation.

- Diffuse or place on a cotton ball in vents to support normal sinus function and respiratory health.

- Apply topically to throat, chest, or sinus area to promote nasal function.

- Place a couple of drops on the floor of a very hot shower to create a spa atmosphere and to clear the nasal passages.

thieves: - Place a drop on feet every night to support your immune system.

- Diffuse to promote health, especially during winter months.

- Apply a drop directly on gums or teeth to help ease discomfort.

- Use 5 drops in a pedicure tub to help support healthy feet.

Wake up with oils.

Go to sleep with oils.

For every moment in between.

thieves continued: - Add to mop water or in a spray bottle to clean floors and countertops.

- 1 drops Thieves + 1 drop lemon + honey in hot water to make a soothing, immunity boosting tea.

- Add 2-4 drops to water and gargle to help with throat discomfort.

- Use to clean pet cages.

Essential Oil Safety I’m new to essential oils. How do I use them?

Young Living labels each bottle of Young Living essential oil with directions for how to use it; these directions vary based on your region. Please consult the product label for appropriate usage directions.

What is the difference between Young Living’s traditional essential oils and Vitality™ essential oils?

Young Living’s large product line includes items that you can use in nearly any aspect of your life. These products are generally labeled for topical/aromatic, dietary, or cleaning usage.

While all our oils meet our Seed to Seal® promise and exacting testing for purity and safety, our traditional essential oils are intended for topical/aromatic use, and our Vitality oils are intended for internal consumption. This distinction allows Young Living and our members to freely share the dietary and culinary benefits of our oils, thanks to Vitality’s clearly labeled dietary instructions.

I see the term “carrier oil” used in several places. What is a carrier oil, what does it do, and why should I use it?

A carrier oil is a vegetable oil—such as coconut oil, olive oil, or grapeseed oil—that can be used to dilute essential oils. Young Living’s V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex is an excellent carrier oil for all applications.

Carrier oils ensure that essential oils applied topically are comfortable to the skin. Dilution with a carrier oil does not dilute the effect of the essential oil. In fact, it prevents waste due to excessive application. Look for dilution ratios on Young Living essential oil bottles.

Vegetable shortening, butter, margarine, or petroleum derivatives (such as mineral oil, baby oil, and petroleum jelly) should never be used as carrier oils.

What is a “hot oil”?

“Hot oils” are oils that can cause a hot or warming sensation when applied to the skin.

Examples of hot oils and blends include Cinnamon, Clove, Lemongrass, Oregano, Thyme, Exodus II™, and Thieves®. For some people, Peppermint’s cooling sensation can be too intense.

Young Living recommends using a patch test procedure prior to first use. To perform a patch test, apply 1–2 drops of essential oil to a patch of skin such as the forearm. Observe that area of skin over the course of 1–2 hours for any noticeable reaction; however, reactions occur usually within 5–10 minutes. If you experience a hot or burning sensation or develop a rash, add V-6 or another carrier oil to the affected area as often as needed.

Essential Oil Safety What if I experience skin discomfort or irritation?

If discomfort or irritation occurs, stop using the essential oil and apply V-6 or another carrier oil to the affected area. If a rash occurs, this may be a sign of detoxification. Drink adequate water to encourage the release and removal of toxins in your body. Toxins present in petrochemical-based soaps and skin care products, detergents, and perfumes may trigger some of the detoxification reactions. Consider discontinuing these agents if a reaction occurs. Before using the essential oil again, perform a patch test (see above under “What is a “hot oil?”) and dilute with a carrier oil as needed.

Be aware that some documents suggest diluting the oil with water, but water actually drives oil into the skin and eyes. Never use water in an attempt to flush the oil off of the skin, as this may increase discomfort. If essential oil gets in your eye, flush with V-6 or another carrier oil as quickly as possible to alleviate any discomfort. If eye discomfort does not subside within 5 minutes, seek medical attention.

Can essential oils be applied to sensitive areas?

Avoid contacting sensitive areas such as eyes, ears, genitals, and mucous membranes with essential oils. If you choose to use the oil in any sensitive area, dilute 1 drop of the essential oil with 5–10 drops of V-6 or another carrier oil.

How often can essential oils be applied? How much do I use?

Follow the proper usage instructions printed on each essential oil label. Essential oils are very powerful, so start low and go slow. Excessive use of essential oils may increase the risk for adverse reactions. In most cases, 1–2 drops are adequate, and using more may waste product. Depending on the essential oil, you can gradually build up to 3–4 uses per day, if desired.

Can essential oils be used during pregnancy or while nursing?

As with any medical condition, we strongly recommended that prior to using essential oils, you seek the advice and recommendation of a competent, trained health care advisor who is experienced in essential oil usage. Some people choose to avoid overuse and excessive use of Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea), Sage (Salvia officinalis), Idaho Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare), Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis), Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), and Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), as well as the blends and supplements that contain these oils.

Essential Oil Safety Can essential oils be used on children?

Many essential oils are appropriate for use on children but should be diluted with a carrier oil prior to use. Some Young Living products come prediluted with carrier oil, as indicated on product labels, and are intended for direct application on children. You can dilute 1–2 drops of essential oil such as SleepyIze™, RutaVaLa™, Gentle Baby™, and Peace & Calming® with a carrier oil and apply to the bottoms of the feet. It is recommended to only diffuse around children until at least 6 months of age.

How does exposure to sun affect essential oil use?

Some essential oils, especially citrus oils, contain natural molecules that react with sunlight (UV light) and cause a sensitivity reaction. Young Living labels the essential oils and oil blends that contain these compounds with a warning to avoid sun/UV light for 12–48 hours after applying. Always use caution when starting to use a new oil. To reduce the risk of sensitivity, use patch testing (see above under “What is a “hot oil?”), dilute, and apply the oil to skin that will not be exposed to sun/UV light. Young Living formulates its beauty and cosmetic products to remove sun-sensitizing agents to reduce the risk of sun sensitivity.

What about the use of essential oils if I have a medical condition? Can essential oils interact with prescription medications?

If you have a disease or medical condition or are using a prescription medication, it is recommended that prior to using an essential oil, you consult with a health care advisor who has experience with essential oils. Seek the advice of the prescribing physician and a pharmacist about potential interactions between any medication and essential oils.

*All information taken from Young Living’s website and can be found at this link: https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/discover/essential-oil-safety

You Made It! I'm so glad you made it through this welcome packet. We are thrilled to have you on our team; we think you joined just about the best oils team around. We cannot wait to help you learn all about your oils and everything else that Young Living has to offer. If you ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your enroller or post in the Tribe Essentials Facebook group. We love working together to find suggestions, solutions, and support.