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Photosensitive Oils

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When I first started using essential oils I had no idea that some oils could cause a burn. Crazy, right?

As we head into warmer months and more outside time, remember that some oils are photosensitive and cause a reaction that is uncomfortable when combined with sunlight.

Be mindful when applying the following if you plan to be in the sun. You can still use them, just apply on the feet or a covered area or take internally (I only ingest pure, certified therapeutic grade oils that I am positive have been tested).

Check out this gorgeous ebook for the basics and be sure to drop me a message if you’re not sure which oils are safe  I’m happy to help.

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Essential Oils and Pets

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TRUTH about essential oils and pets

  1. When diffusing essential oils around pets, use a diffuser on an intermittent setting (Lumo Diffuser). Allow the pet the option to exit the room by leaving the door open and only use 3-4 drops of oil at a time in the diffuser.
  2. Petting the animal with essential oils on your palm is an excellent way to apply oils topically to your pets. Along the spine or on the ear tips are the most common applications.
  3. Discontinue use of an oil if your pet shows signs of distress, drooling, squinting, rubbing face, shaking, vomiting or diarrhea.
  4. Keep the lids on your bottles and store them in a safe place to keep pets out of your oils.
  5. Cats lack a liver enzyme that is important for metabolizing certain things, so use a bit more caution when using oils on them. Use extra caution with Tea Tree, Birch, Wintergreen, Spearmint, and Peppermint, as well as hot oils such as Oregano or Thyme.
  6. As with any new thing you introduce your pet to, begin slowly. Start with a small amount of a diffused or diluted oil and watch your pet’s behavior.

Check out this handy guide to learn more.

What oils does your pet enjoy?

DIY Bubble Bath

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I am a gal who takes a bubble bath soak everyday…it is part ritual of letting my day go and part soaking my tired bones.
That store bought bubble bath has so many things that are harsh to skin and as we know, our skin absorbs everything.
Check out this easy and fun bubble bath! My fave essential oils to add are lavender and siberian fir.

DIY Bubble Bath

Ingredients

1 cup unscented castile soap

½ cup vegetable glycerin

2 tablespoons water

15 drops preferred doTERRA essential oil

Instructions

1 Combine castile soap, glycerin, and water into glass bowl

2 Add essential oils

3 Stir until well combined

4 Pour into glass container.

5 To use, add ¼–½ cup of the essential oil bubble bath mixture to warm, running bath water.

Note: These bubbles are not going to provide big fluffy bubbles that last a long time since it doesn’t contain the synthetic ingredients that create the high amounts of lather or foam. However, this chemical-free bath will provide enough bubbles for a relaxing and therapeutic bath you will enjoy even more.

Chair Yoga

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Are you curious about chair yoga but can’t find a local yoga teacher that can offer it? Do you have a brain injury or something else that prevents you from easily accessing a yoga studio?

One of my greatest treasures that I am continually so grateful for are the people who are so courageous and brave and willing to say yes.

Sharing yoga and wellness through technology and being able to reach people is remarkable. From living room to living room across the globe, magic is happening.

I have some openings for sessions if you’re interested in trying yoga!

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Blue Magic

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See ya later chronic pain and inflammation.

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If you don’t have a wholesale account, it’s super easy to get! You get wholesale pricing for one year! You get either pay the $35 for the account (like Costco) and choose your oils, or if you grab a starter kit that comes with your membership!

1) Go to my.doterra.com/staciewyatt

2) Click Become a Member

3) Fill in your personal information (If needed, my enroller/sponsor id is 1200119)

4) Choose a Starter Kit or select the Wholesale Membership Fee option

5) Add oils and products

6) Complete payment & process

7) Message me and I will get your welcome gift in the mail

Fireworks, Dogs and Essential Oils

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This amazing boy doesn’t do well during the firework season at all. He was a homeless dog on the run for the first two years of his life and gets easily scared. He also has a horrible stomach disease that requires so much care and consideration—and meds! This sweet guy is even on Prozac!

I’ve already started to up his use of lavender and frankincense in preparation for the noisy pops and bangs around the 4th of July. My boy LOVES to have his ears rubbed with those oils. Afterwards, he flops in the cool grass and just chills.

Do your dogs get scared during firework season? If you’d like to get oils, shoot me a message and I can help you!