OUTDOOR DISTURBANCES
This post is contributed by One Drop member –Dyllis Teo
Some time back, there was a post on keeping OUTDOOR DISTURBANCES at bay, you know what I’m talking about, right. For compliance reasons, I can’t say the T and F word, so please refrain from those words in the comment section as well!
Singapore is so hot and humid that these outdoor disturbances are a real concern year round! I’m in another fb group called YL Hacks and there are several posts discussing this topic there. So I’ve decided to compile an entire list of oily and non-oily hacks that have worked for others.
Keep in mind that not everything works for everyone because all dogs are different, so don’t give up until you find what works for you and your dogs. And here’s a gentle reminder that you gotta work on immunity because a strong and healthy dog is not attractive to outdoor disturbances 
DIET
- Oils may help but diet is key. Whole foods and species appropriate diets are best because dry processed foods simply aren’t optimal and wreak havoc on their bodies over time. If not possible, offer Sulfurzyme, Brewers Yeast and Ningxia Red
OILS
- Purification + Palo Santo + Peppermint
- Eucalyptus Globulus + Lemongrass + Citronella
- Cedarwood + Lavender + Tea Tree + Citronella
- Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree)
- Monthly Raindrop
DIY
- Diluted Thieves Household Cleaner sprayed on before going outdoors
- Soak in a bath of diluted Thieves Household Cleaner
- Soak collars in 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol with 32 drops each of Citronella, Purification, Cedarwood, Thyme for 12-24hours, dry thoroughly for at least 12hours, repeat every 3-4 weeks
soak in a tomato juice bath to kill the disturbances - 1 cup apple cider vinegar + 1 litre of warm water, 2-3 drops of Lavender and Cedarwood, spray onto dog/cat
- Powder your dog with food grade diatomaceous earth and sprinkle it around the house, dog beds etc
There you go! Share with us what has worked for you! Again, do not mention the T and F word!
Dyllis is a member of OneDrop. She and her team supports oil users via their facebook group – Two Many Legs. If you like Dyllis’s articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please feel free to get in touch with Dyllis or sign up directly here.
FRANKINCENSE FOR YOUR FURKIDS
This post is contributed by One Drop member –Dyllis Teo
I just adore Frankincense.
“Frankincense is likely one of the most important and well used oils in the animal world. It has been used with every species, in almost every way imaginable. It is incredibly safe, well tolerated, versatile and effective.” -Melissa Shelton, The Animal Desk Reference
This is now my go to oil to diffuse for my kittens, and they adore it too! I’ve always known Frankincense to be a really gentle and all purpose oil even for really young animals and humans, but when I actually read what Melissa Shelton, a holistic vet, wrote about the oil, I was blown away!
Here are some excerpts for you!
“Frankincense has been used in newborns of every species, even when they are only minutes old. We have literally had Frankincense on the towels and hands of those who are handed a puppy from a C-Section procedure – making Frankincense one of the first things that are exposed to once they are removed from their mother’s womb… If it is a baby of any sort, Frankincense should be included in its life!”
And if you think that Frankincense is only for babies… think again.
“Frankincense is considered a ‘life force’ oil and has been used extensively in critical cases in our veterinary hospital. The use of Frankincense in times of transition and death is incredibly helpful to animal and caretaker.”
You don’t need to be dying to use Frankincense… haha, here are more reasons!
- to support healthy skin
- to calm, soothe anxiety and relieve stress
- supports overall wellness
- promotes good sleep and everyone needs proper rest to recuperate and be renewed
- cup over eyes especially for dog breeds with bulging eyes and for senior animals that could do with eye support
Would love to hear if you have discovered other uses for Frankincense that is compliant!
Dyllis is a member of OneDrop. She and her team supports oil users via their facebook group – Two Many Legs. If you like Dyllis’s articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils, please feel free to get in touch with Dyllis or sign up directly here.
SAVVY MINERALS
This post is contributed by One Drop member – Kaye Ng.
WHOOOPPPEEE!!! Convention this year launched SO MANY NEW PRODUCTS, I almost doubled up and died on the spot when they announced them all! And the hype and excitement came with a 100% natural and toxic free make up range called SAVVY MINERALS. 😍
Needless to say I went back to the hotel that night, slept at 3am and ordered all the colours I wanted without even trying them. I have THAT much faith in YL and trust me, I wasn’t disappointed at all.
So here is the low down on what SM is:
Savvy Minerals cosmetics are pigmented with naturally derived minerals that meet Young Living’s superior ingredient standards and provide gorgeous, concentrated colors. Our mineral powders are free from bismuth and talc, which are inexpensive, low- quality, and potentially skin- damaging fillers used by other mineral makeup brands. This line uses mineral-based powders that are made of a finely ground mica base, resulting in a smooth, flawless application. [and] Like all Young Living products, Savvy Minerals was created with quality, purity, and safety as the ultimate goal.
Many people like to ask, “oh, so whats the difference from other mineral make up out there in the market like Bare Minerals?”
Well, WE ARE BETTER! mmmhmmm 😊 I personally have not seen a make up brand that has SO little ingredients in the list EVER. Most products only have 3 ingredients inside. The main ingredients are (but obviously not all they use):
- Micas Minerals – These give it the colour.
- Populus tremuloides bark extract – Gives it a super silky and fine feeling and works as a preservative.
- Kaolin clay – This is GREAT to control oil so you dont need to worry abt clumping through the day.
So why is SM better? Because it is FREE FROM:
- Talc
- Bismuth
- Mineral Oils
- Parabens
- Gluten
- Nano Particles
- Phthalates
- Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Synthetic Fragrance
- Synthetic Colorants
and honestly this is our difference. Of course many people think, oh its got less stuff so its probably lousier. 🙄 Geez, the sterotypes. But, lets be honest here, its not going to be the BEST make up in the world that can cover tattoos (can you imagine what goes in those makeups?) and but in my opinion its a very gd daily makeup to use.
The coverage is great and the versatility is awesome. You can add them to creams to make it into a liquid foundation, add water to get it into a liquid liner, or blend two colours together to get what you want. On top of that, its build-able so you can go for a natural look or something completely over the top if you like.
The only con in my opinion is this, (but its the same with all mineral makeup) IT’S MESSY! 😱 Mineral makeup is messier because of all the powder flying all around. GAH! It kills the OCD in me who like my things nice and new and neat. But that being said, would I forgo the mess to know that at least for TODAY, I’m going chemical free and not putting toxins on my face? HELL YES.
I always tell people, its a journey. HEY, even smokers use oils. It’s not that you have to be a health freak to start paying attention! Do I eat Macdos? 🍔 Yes i do, but have I reduced my intake? YUP! I sure have.
Do you know that most women put on 100s of toxins on our bodies before we even get to breakfast time? Seriously. From your toothpaste to your skincare… so to be able to reduce 30 chemicals from just using a natural makeup range AND still get you looking awesome for the rest of the day is a win win. 💪🏻
Ok, enough preaching. Here is the current first launch of the range.
*image can be downloaded in the One Drop learning vault.
THERE IS MORE COMING SOON! A little birdie told me that Mascara will be available in August and December will launch a Holiday set. AM I EXCITED OR WHAT?!?! 😍
Should you be interested to purchase the Savvy Minerals range or any of the Young Living oils, please feel free to contact Kaye at kaye@onedrop.sg or sign up here.
SEEDLINGS
This post is contributed by One Drop member – Ranna Seah.
I was most excited when Seedlings – whole new line of products for babies, was introduced during Convention 2017!
The logo is very cute!!! Just the appearance of the logo being animated made me go ga-ga and I know I just have to purchase the entire set! Convention special bundle not only included the products but also comes with a bath towel, wash cloth and cloth basket! Perfect for a new nursery!!!!!!!
Ahem…back to the topic…
Why are we more concerned about what we put on our babies? Sometimes I thought I was being a bit over…aren’t babies humans too? Why do we have to spilt so many things…well for starters,
Baby’s Skin Needs Special Care
Baby’s skin is much different when compared to adults or even older children. The structure, composition and function of baby skin differ.
Babies Are Not Small Adults
Pound for pound, children consume more food, water and air than adults. And due to the physiological make up of baby’s skin versus that of a child or adult, baby is more vulnerable to toxins.
Research suggests that there is a link between neurobehavioral disorders in children and exposure to toxins!
The body breaks down many of the toxins we are exposed to, but not all of them. Continuous exposure overloads our natural detoxification systems and leads to a buildup in our bodies. Chemical can stay in the body and build-up over time.
Hence it is very very important to use natural products on babies and Young Living just provided one of the best you can ever get for your precious one!
The Seedlings Product Line
Not only are they all natural, they are specially formulated with our 100% therapeutic grade essential oils, all Seedlings products are created with our Calm Scent Blend made up of Lavender, Bergamot, Coriander, Geranium and Ylang Ylang! (can I squeal just for a moment how awesome they SMELL??? I hope Calm is release as an oil blend! Or give me the recipe!!! I wanna DIY!!!)
…ahem…let me continue…
The line now currently includes:
- Seedlings Baby Wash & Shampoo
- Seedlings Baby Oil
- Seedlings Baby Lotion
- Seedlings Baby Wipes
- Seedlings Diaper Rash Cream
- Seedlings Linen Spray (coming soon)
Young Living Seedling Diaper Rash Cream — Over The Counter (OTC), hypoallergenic, clinically tested for sensitivity, mineral based, no nanoparticles, promotes healthy skin, reduces redness, helps relieve diaper rash, reduces the duration and severity of diaper rash when applied at the first sign of redness
Hypoallergenic
Clinically tested for sensitivity
Mineral based
No nanoparticles
Promote healthy skin
Reduces redness
Helps relieve diaper rash
Reduces the duration and severity of diaper rash when applied at first sign of redness
Clinically tested for sensitivity
Mineral based
No nanoparticles
Promote healthy skin
Reduces redness
Helps relieve diaper rash
Reduces the duration and severity of diaper rash when applied at first sign of redness
(Item #20398, wholesale US$27.75, retail US$36.51)
Young Living Seedling Baby Wash and Shampoo — leaves skin and hair clean, soft, and smooth, extra gentle, mild formula developed specifically for infants’ delicate skin, tear-free, 100% plant-based, naturally derived, ingredients, dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, vegan friendly formula
Extra gentle, mild formula specifically formulated for infants delicate skin
100% plant based, naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
100% plant based, naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
(Item #20438, wholesale US$19.75, retail US$25.99)
Young Living Seedling Baby Lotion — prevents dryness by soothing and moisturizing skin, non-greasy formula that absorbs, made with plant-based, naturally derived ingredients, dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, vegan friendly
Prevents dryness by soothing and moisturizing skin
Non-greasy formula that absorbs into skin
Made with plant-based naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
Non-greasy formula that absorbs into skin
Made with plant-based naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
Ingredients: water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, glyceryl stearate, coco-caprylate, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl caprylate, xanthan gum, cellulose gum, pyres malus (apple) fruit extract, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, glyceryl undecylenate, astrocaryum murmur (murumuru) seed butter, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, carthamtinctorius (safflower) seed oil, coriandrum sativum (coriander) seed oil, citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) peel oil (furocourmarin free), calendula officinalis (marigold) flower extract, sodium hydroxide, bixa orellana (achiote) seed extract, canaga odorata (ylang ylang) flower oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, tocopheryl acetate
(Item #20438, wholesale US$19.75, retail US$25.99)
Young Living Seedling Baby Oil — dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, mild, gentle formula developed specially for infants’ delicate skin, moisturizes, soothes, and nourishes skin, made with 100 percent plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
Moisturizes, soothes, and nourishes skin
Extra gentle, mild formula specifically formulated for infants delicate skin
100% plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
Contains 100% pure essential oils diluted to appropriate strength for baby’s delicate skin
Extra gentle, mild formula specifically formulated for infants delicate skin
100% plant-based, naturally derived ingredients
Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic
Contains 100% pure essential oils diluted to appropriate strength for baby’s delicate skin
(Item #20373, wholesale US$24.25, retail US$31.91)
Let me interrupt here for a moment. The baby oil is awesome for massaging your baby! And research had show that routine touch and massage by a loving parent or caregiver are critical to a baby’s growth and development!
Touch is the first way a baby learns to communicate and is a wonderful way to strengthen your bond with your baby! MUST GET THE BABY OIL!!!
Young Living Seedling Baby Wipes — ultra soft and comfortable on infants’ delicate skin, soothing and non-drying, leaves skin moisturized, soft and smooth, dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic, vegan friendly
Ultra soft and comfortable on infants delicate skin
Soothing and non-drying
Leaves skin moisturized, soft and smooth
Dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
Soothing and non-drying
Leaves skin moisturized, soft and smooth
Dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic
Vegan friendly formula
(Item #20428, wholesale US$11.75, retail US$15.46)
Young Living Seedling Linen Spray (coming soon) — adds a calming aroma to linens, refreshes crib sheets, blankets, car seats, clothing, carpet, and other fabrics, vegan friendly, made with 100% naturally derived ingredients, gentle enough for use around infants and breastfeeding mothers
Adds a calming aroma to linens
Creates a soothing and relaxing atmosphere
Refreshes crib sheets, blankets, car seats, clothing, carpet, or other fabric
Made with 100% naturally derived ingredients
Gentle enough to use around infants and breastfeeding mothers
Vegan friendly
Creates a soothing and relaxing atmosphere
Refreshes crib sheets, blankets, car seats, clothing, carpet, or other fabric
Made with 100% naturally derived ingredients
Gentle enough to use around infants and breastfeeding mothers
Vegan friendly
(Item # and price to be announced)
Lastly, congratulations to you if you are just starting to prepare your nursery! 😀 Seedlings line will looked so gorgeous in your nursery. Your baby will thank you for your choice!
If you like my articles and would like to purchase the Young Living oils or have further clarifications, please drop me a message here or email me at fabulana@gmail.com. If you are ready to sign up as member to purchase, you can click here 🙂 I would love to support you in using the oils for yourself and your loved ones.
CONVENTION 2017 OTHER PRODUCTS
This post is contributed by One Drop member – Kaye Ng.
I know I know, the excitement doesn’t end. There were so many new products being launched this year! 😍
Lets go through this one by one.
*I’m leaving out the seedlings range for now if not my post will be CRAZILY long*
DESERT MIST DIFFUSER
Young Living’s Desert Mist Ultrasonic Diffuser is a brand-new, custom-designed diffuser made to look like a beautiful and elegant vase. IS IT NOT PREEETTTYYY?!?!?! ❤️ It functions as a humidier, atomizer, and aroma diffuser. 🙃 The Desert Mist also offers multiple settings—High, Low, and Intermittent. On high, it runs approximately 5 hours continuously, on low – at 8 hours and the intermittent mode runs approximately 10 hours.
The Desert Mist is designed to run longer and offer more features including 10 LED colored light options *swooon*, including an alluring candle-like flicker mode.
AMINOWISE
AminoWise is more than just an amino acid supplement. It is triple-targeted with branched chain amino acids for muscle building and repair, polyphenol and antioxidants for recovery, and a hydrating mineral blend to replace important minerals that are lost during exercise.
I’ve personally been looking for a healthy BCAA supplement and was so excited that this came out! 👊🏻
It supports muscles during and after exercise, reduces lactic acid build up through a complex blend of antioxidants and minerals, supports the production of nitric oxide improving vascular blood flow, AND contains branched chain amino acids which aid in preventing muscle catabolism from exercise!
SUPER CAL PLUS
There are plenty of calcium supplements you can choose from, but Super Cal Plus was created to offer more than just calcium and minerals—it’s a true bone-health supplement.
With a synergistic blend of bio-available calcium, magnesium, vitamins D and K, and other trace minerals derived from red algae harvested off the coast of Iceland, Super Cal Plus supports the structure, integrity, and density of bones and teeth. This is done by supporting supporting the body’s ability to resorb bone tissue (osteoclasts) and deposit new bone tissue (osteoblasts).
Don’t take your bone health for granted even when you are young. Good support should start now and not when you are broken!
MINERAL SUNSCREEN LOTION
OTC APPROVED!!! SHOUT IT EVERYONE! 📢 A Minerral Sunscreen Lotion that provides protection against UVA and UVB rays without harsh chemical ingredients! WHOOOOTTS!
Finally a sunblock I can use on my face and on my kids without fearing the nasty toxins! This prdt offers broad-spectrum SPF 10 protection using naturally derived plant- and mineral-based ingredients, including non-nano zinc oxide—a physical UV blocker.
It is formulated without UV chemical absorbers, parabens, phthalates, petrochemicals, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic dyes. Best part? It is water and sweat resistant for 80 minutes. 🏊🏻
LAVA DERM AFTER-SUN SPRAY
Check out what I can actually claim about this product! I tried it on my skin and it FEELS GREAT! 😍 This naturally derived after-sun spray offers temporary relief from the pain and itching of minor burns, minor cuts, sunburns, scrapes, insect bites 🕷, and minor skin irritations!! WOW WE CAN SAY THAT! Imagine it! I tried it on my dry and itchy skin and it worked like MAGIC!Using menthol from mint, this spray soothes and cools the skin. Plus, its moisturizing qualities – from ingredients such as aloe, Lavender, and Helichrysum – also help prevent peeling skin and leaves it feeling soft and smooth. With a vegan-friendly formula, it is made without alcohol, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants!! I’m gonna buy 10 of this!
INSECT REPELLENT
Ok, you have to smell 👃🏻 this product to believe that it works. The smell is strong but not over powering. Its a nice fresh scent that WILL DEFINITELY keep the bugs away! Tested to be 30% more effective than other natural brands in the market. , and uh-huh you can say it: BUG REPELLENT! 🐛
It is clinically proven to repel mosquitoes and other tiny invaders using only 100 percent naturally derived, plant-based ingredients. And finally a product that works and is formulated without DEET, parabens, llers, phthalates, petrochemicals, animal-derived ingredients, synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or synthetic colorants!!
SHOUT HURRAYYY PEOPLE!
So yes these are the new products and THEY ARE GREAT! Super helpful to have in the household and my favorite from these are the repellent, the spray, the sunscreen, aminowise… oh wait.. THATS LIKE EVERYTHING. hahahahah! *GOSH* Young Living needs to stop stealing my money!
If you are interested in trying out the Young Living oils, or any of the new products, please email at kaye@onedrop.sg or sign up to buy the products here .
