• The Basics:
• Thieves essential oil should be always be used with a carrier oil because it contains essential oils that are considered ‘hot’ (spicy) which could irritate skin. The essential oils in this blend that are considered hot are: clove and cinnamon bark.
• In most applications, mix 3-5 drops of Thieves essential oil with 1 teaspoon V-6 (carrier oil). If you find that the application still feels a bit too warm to your skin, simply add more carrier oil to dilute.
• Never use water to dilute an essential oil.
• • A note on V-6: The Young Living massage oil V-6 is also acceptable for topical and internal consumption.
   
  • Whenever taking an edible Young Living essential oil, such as Thieves®, internally always mix with olive oil or V-6 prior to use as a supplement. As a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk
• Possible skin sensitivity. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Always dilute before applying to the skin or taking internally. Keep out of reach of children.
• Clove (Syzygium aromaticum), lemon (Citrus limon), cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), Eucalyptus radiata and rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis CT 1,8 cineol).

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•  

  Antibacterial Essential Oil Blend

   

  Makes 280 drops. About enough to fill 1 15ml bottle

• Ingredients

   

  80 drops clove bud oil
   70 drops lemon oil
   40 drops cinnamon oil
   30 drops eucalyptus oil (See Note)
   20 drops rosemary oil
   20 – 40 drops total other oils of choice, including melaleuca, frankincense, lavender, cedar, etc. (optional)

• Method

   

  1.  Add oils, one by one, to your container of choice. (I used an old essential oil bottle that used to hold one of the oils in this blend.)

   

  2. Shake bottle and use as desired.

   

  NOTES:

• 1.  Eucalyptus oils have a component that is poisonous. According to this, you would need to ingest 3.5 ml of the oil to be fatal.  So for sure keep these oils out of the reach of children.  For safety reasons, Eucalyptus Citriodora might be the best choice to use in this blend though the big oils companies use Radiata in theirs. Make sure to read the labels on your essential oils bottles carefully before using.

   

  2.  This oil blend is hot. It can burn sensitive skin, or throat lining, etc. Use with caution and dilute appropriately.  I encourage you to do your own research to find out what dilution works best for you.

   

  3.  Especially if you are going to use this blend internally, it is especially important that you purchase pure oils.  Do your homework and don’t use any oil you aren’t sure is sourced correctly.
• This post is very misleading. The true Thieves® blend contains five oils. I think it is dangerous the way you have left it very vague to “add in 20–40 drops of any other oils” to the blend. Once you do that, you have a very unknown combination of oils.

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• Thieves Oil Recipe All-Purpose Spray - This all-purpose spray solution cleans and disinfects around the home, purifying the air and eliminating odors. Add 1 drop of thieves oil for each ounce of water in a spray bottle. Add the thieves oil first, then add water. It mixes better that way. Shake vigorously before each use.
• Use in the air or on countertops, doorknobs, toys, phones, litter boxes, pet beds, and other places that need disinfecting.
• Dishwasher and Laundry - Add 4-5 drops to your dishwasher soap cup or to the water in your laundry machine to thoroughly clean, eliminate bacteria and odors. This is especially great to use for washing cloth diapers.
• Floors - add a 10-15 drops to ½ bucket of cleaning water.
• Head and lung congestion - Place a few drops in a steaming bowl of hot water, cover head with towel and inhale vapors.
• Sore throat - Add 2-3 drops to 2 Tablespoons. of water and gargle, or add 1 drop of thieves and 1 drop lemon essential oil in warm water, drink as tea. You can also make a throat spray using 1 drop of Thieves oil to 1 ounce of water
• Headache - Place a drop of Thieves oil on your thumb and place your thumb on the roof of your mouth. May require repeated applications. Be careful not to lick your lips because the cinnamon bark oil in the mixture can burn. Use vegetable or carrier oil to wipe off if you do
• Cuts, scrapes - Dilute 1 drop thieves oil to 4 drops of carrier oil apply to wound or scrape to help prevent infection, reduce pain and inflammation, and speed healing. You can also apply diluted Thieves oil to your gauze or bandage.
• Poison ivy, insect bites (mosquito, bee & wasp stings) -  Combine 1 drop of Thieves oil and 1 drop of lavender essential oil for each ounce of water in a spray bottle, and use on insect bites, poison oak, and poison ivy rashes to reduce inflammation, pain, itching, and irritation.
• Bad breath, tooth decay - Add a drop of Thieves oil to your toothbrush to kill germs in your mouth and sanitize your toothbrush. Or, alternatively, add a couple drops to 4 tbsp. of baking soda, place in small container (not plastic) and shake well. Dip toothbrush in mixture and brush.
• Immune support – For protection against colds, flu, and other infectious disease apply a few drops of Thieves oil undiluted directly to the bottom of feet. You can also rub a few drops into your hands as a safe, natural hand sanitizer.
• DIY Thieves Oil Recipe

• Ingredients

   
   
  • 80 drops of Essential Oil of Clove Bud (where to get online)
   
  • 70 drops of Essential Oil of Lemon (where to get online)
   
  • 40 drops of Essential Oil of Cinnamon Bark (where to get online)
   
  • 30 drops of Essential Oil of Eucalyptus (where to get online)
   
  • 20 drops of Essential Oil of Rosemary (where to get online)
   
  • 10 drops of Essential Oil of Tea Tree, Lavender, Cedar or other anti-microbial, aromatic essential oil. (OPTIONAL)

• Directions

   
   
  • Mix all essential oils together in a dark glass bottle and shake well to mix.
   
  • Adjust the ratios to suit your needs and smell preference, if you wish. (I always add more cinnamon and rosemary.)
   
  • Shake well before each usage.

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• Recipe #1
  

    

  40 drops of Clove Essential Oil

    

  35 drops of Lemon Essential Oil

    

  20 drops of Cinnamon Essential Oil

    

  15 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil

    

  10 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
•  

  "Thieves Oil Recipe" All-purpose Spray:

• 1 drop of thieves essential oil for each ounce of water.

    

  Add the thieves oil first, then add water. It mixes better that way. Shake vigorously before each use.
• Thieves Oil Recipes for Household Use
• Dishwasher- Add 4-5 drops thieves oil to thoroughly clean dishes, eliminate bacteria and odors.
• Laundry- Add 5-6 drops per load to freshen and disinfect.
• Pet Bedding- Spray down cat boxes, dog houses, and pet cages to clean and disinfect.
• Floors- Add 10-15 drops to ½ bucket of cleaning water.
• Surface Disinfectant- To clean and sanitize surfaces-add 8-10 drops to 8 oz. of water in spray bottle.

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• Homemade Coconut Oil Sunscreen Recipe

• Ingredients

   

  1/4 cup coconut oil

   

  1/4 cup shea butter

   

  1/8 cup sesame or jojoba oil

   

  2 tbsp. beeswax granules

   

  1-2 tbsp. zinc oxide powder (optional)

   

  1 tsp. red raspberry seed oil

   

  20-30 drops carrot seed essential oil

   

• Essential oils of your choice (lavender, rosemary, vanilla, and/or peppermint are nice)

   

  Instructions

   

  1. Using a double boiler (or a small pan over very low heat), melt your coconut oil, sesame or jojoba oil, beeswax, and shea butter together. The beeswax will be the last to melt.

   

  2. When the beeswax is melted, remove the mixture from the heat and let cool to room temperature. If you’re using zinc oxide, whisk it in at this point, being careful not to create a lot of dust. If there are some lumps, that’s OK. They will break up when you whip the body butter in step 4.

   

  3. Move the mixture to the fridge for 15-30 minutes. You want it to start to set up, but still be soft enough to whip.

   

  4. Take the mixture out of the fridge and using a stand mixer or hand mixer, start to whip it. Drizzle in the red raspberry seed oil, the carrot seed oil, and any essential oils of your choice, and continue whipping until the mixture is light and fluffy.

   

  6. Use as you would any regular sunscreen. Application rates will depend on your activity and exposure to water. Store in a glass container in the fridge between uses.

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• These include red raspberry seed oil (SPF28-50), carrot seed oil (SPF38-40), wheat germ oil (SPF20), soybean oil (SPF10), macadamia oil (SPF6), and jojoba oil (SPF4).
• Ingredients

•  
   
  • 1 ounce oil with SPF listed above (or any combination of them)
   
  • 1 ounce coconut oil, cocoa butter, or shea butter
   
  • 1 ounce beeswax (offers waterproof protection)
   
  • 5-10 drops of your favorite essential oils
• Directions
• Combine all ingredients in a glass jar. Fill a saucepan a couple inches high with water and turn the heat to
• med

  ium. Put a cap on the glass jar without sealing it closed, and place the jar in the pan filled with water. As the ingredients in the jar get warm and soften, mix until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Apply as a sunscreen throughout the summer.

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• The Best Natural Oils for Sunscreen

   

  If you’re looking to wear plan oil as your sunscreen of choice, I have some options below, in order of their sun protection value (raspberry, despite having lower SPF than carrot seed comes first because it takes care of UVA & UVB rays). Please have a look at the cautions at the bottom of this page before rushing out the store to buy oils.
• • Macadamia Oil – SPF 6
   
  • Non-GMO Soybean Oil – SPF 10
   
  • Avocado Oil – 4 – 10 (can get as high as 15)
   
  • Olive Oil  - 2-8
   
  • Shea Butter – 3 – 6
   
  • Almond Oil – SPF 5
   
  • Sesame Seed Oil – SPF 4
   
  • Hemp Seed Oil – SPF 6
   
  • Jojoba Oil – SPF 4
   
  • Coconut Oil – SPF 2 – 8

• U

  se Caution When Using Natural Oils for Sunscreen

   

  Since not all oils are created equal, the SPF can vary when it is on your skin. Determining the exact SPF factor of an oil is difficult, espeically given that natural oils oxidize (lose some of their medicinal properties) over time and when exposed to light. Ensure that you are purchasing your oils from a recommended source and always do your research.

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• To make a small jar of Earth Remedy Natural Sunscreen:

   
   
  • 1/2 cup of 100% pure aloe (preferably organic) – it should be globby, like it came fresh out of the plant.
   
  • 20 drops carrot seed oil OR raspberry seed oil – (raspberry seed oil has a higher SPF if that is what you are looking for)
   
  • 5 tbsp coconut oil – in its thick form (leave on counter to get warm so you can easily stir in) ALTERNATIVE – Wheat Germ oil – gluten free or use gluten free coconut oil
   
  • 3 capsules of Vitamin E oil (break open the capsules) or hemp seed oil (2 tbsp)
   
  • 5 drops of Lavender oil
• Aloe Vera Gel aloe vera gel reflects as much as 20 percent of the sun’s harmful UV rays. It is also an amazing medicinal herb.  We slather aloe on us daily regardless of going out in the sun.  It’s protective, moisturizing, alkaline and your liver loves to absorb it!
• Carrot Seed Oil has an SPF between 20 and 40 naturally.
• Coconut Oil BLOCKS about 20% of UV rays.  Native Pacific Islanders have been using coconut oil for thousands of years!  Coconut oil protects the body from sunburn and skin cancer without           blocking the beneficial UV radiation. So it actually doesn’t rely on blocking out the sun’s rays, the beauty of this oil works by preventing free-radical reactions which lead to all the consequences caused by overexposure to the sun. So the SPF number of coconut oil doesn’t really mean anything.
• Lavender Oil has a small SPF, but has a great smell and amazing healing properties (anti-septic, anti-stress, pain relieving).  Absorbing this oil can be very good for you.

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• How to Make Foaming Hand Soap

   
   
  • Obtain a bottle of liquid castile soap (I recommend Dr. Bronners brand, Baby Mild scent).
   
  • Reuse an old foaming soap dispenser, or purchase a new one.
   
  • Add 2-3 Tablespoons of liquid castile soap to the bottom of your dispenser.
   
  • Add 5 or so drops of Thieves (Young Living blend) essential oil or the oil of your choice.
   
  • Add 1/2 tsp vegetable glycerin or a few drops of vitamin E oil (optional).
   
  • Fill with filtered water; slowly!
   
  • Shake gently, to combine. Pump the pump a couple of times to get the foaming started.

• Homemade Antibacterial Hand Soap

   

  Supplies Needed:

   
   
  • 3/4  cup distilled/purified water
   
  • 1/4  cup liquid castile soap
   
  • 5 drops thieves oil
   
  • foaming soap pump
   
  • foaming soap bottle OR old canning jar

• Directions:

   
   
  • Combine water and soap.
   
  • Pour soap mixture into bottle/jar with foaming soap pump.
   
  • Add 5 drops essential oil to soap, mixing gently.
   
  • Enjoy your antibacterial foaming hand soap!

• What you’ll need:

   

  8oz container - or you can reuse an old container!

   

  Soap/Lotion Pump

   

  1oz container (travel size)

   

  2 1/8 cups distilled water

   

  5 Tbsp organic Liquid Castille Soap

   

  2 Tbsp organic Vegetable Glycerine *optional
• Essential Oils

• 40 drops organic Clove Essential Oil

   

  35 drops organic Cinnamon Leaf or Bark Essential Oil*

   

  20 drops organic Lemon, Orange, or Grapefruit Essential Oil

   

  15 drops organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil

   

  10 drops organic Rosemary Essential Oil

• *If you have Cinnamon Bark at home, that will work fine for non-sensitive skin – however, Cinnamon bark is very strong and may cause irritation if using on the skin, so reduce the amount by half. I went with CInnamon Leaf for a more delicate hand soap.

   

  In a medium pitcher or small bowl mix together distilled water, liquid castille soap, vegetable glycerin if you are using it, and your blend of essential oils.  Stir lightly, don’t agitate too much or you could be quickly consumed by bubbles! Using a funnel, fill your two 8oz bottles and lastly your two 1oz travel size bottles!

   

  The castille soap will give you the suds necessary to really scrub off any dirt or grime you may get on your hands this spring season, and the wonderful blend of antiseptic essential oils will leave you feeling that much more refreshed and cleansed.

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• Alcohol-Free Homemade Hand Sanitizer
• • 6 oz. of water
   
  • 2 Tbsp of Aloe Vera Gel
   
  • 10 drops each of rosemary, cinnamon, eucalyptus & clove bud essential oil
   
  • 20 drops of either lemon, wild orange or grapefruit essential oil – pick your favorite
• This combination of essential oils is based on the mythical “Thieves” blend of essential oils that has been used for centuries for its’ anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties.
• Start with

  a recycled hand sanitizer bottle or liquid soap bottle. Add the water, aloe vera gel, and all of the essential oils. Put the top of the bottle and shake well.
• To use: Pump, squeeze, or spray a small amount of the sanitizer onto your hands and rub hands together. Repeat as needed.

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• Homemade Hand Sanitizer with Essential Oils
• Homemade Hand Sanitizer with Essential Oils

• A few notes:

   
   
  • I used the vitamin E oil since it is nourishing for skin. If you don’t have it, that’s OK.
   
  • If your spray bottle is bigger or smaller, no worries. Just adjust the recipe accordingly.
   
  • Why I chose the lemon/lime/lavender/melaleuca combination of oils: Lemon, lime, and melaleuca are very antibacterial, as well as antiviral. The lavender also has some of these properties, but I mostly added it to make it smell pretty.
   
  • Any essential oils with antibacterial/antimicrobial properties would be a good choice for this recipe. However, be extra cautious with “hot” oils such as cinnamon or clove, especially if you are planning on using this blend on children.
   
  • I use and love doTERRA essential oils, and have had incredible success with them. You can read more about doTERRA essential oils here.

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• DIY Thieves Hand Sanitizer – with Young Living Essential Oils

• Homemade Thieves Hand Sanitizer:

   
   
   
  • 5 Tablespoons Aloe Vera Gel
   
  • 4 Tablespoon Water
   
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
   
  • 8-10 drops Thieves
   
  • Small Squeeze Container
   
  • Note: Essential oils can be stored in plastic containers if the essential oils are highly diluted. Make sure they are high quality if you do use plastic containers.
• Directions:
   
   
  • In a bowl combine Aloe Vera Gel and Vitamin E oil.
   
  • Add 8-10 drops of Thieves to the Aloe Vera mixture.
   
  • Add water and mix well to combine. Add more or less water depending on the consistency you want.
   
  • Pour into container and you’re done! Put your homemade hand sanitizer in your bag, car, or office for an effective, alcohol-free hand sanitizer.

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• Skip the DEET and bring on the Purification!

• Sinus Infections

   

    Posted on December 10, 2013 | 5 Comments
• If your sinus infection is moderate with some discomfort apply Lavender, Melaleuca, Rosemary & a quality carrier oil topically to the sinus area, even putting it into the nostrils. For a real punch, put these oils into a Neti pot with warm water & a pinch of sea salt, a rinse your sinuses several times a day. Again, frequency is important.
• If the infection has gotten really bad use Melaleuca, Rosemary and now Frankincense. The Frankincense will greatly help with inflammation and swelling going a long way to help relieve the discomfort. Apply topically to the sinus area, again with a quality carrier oil, however I generally use these oils neat. Putting these essential oils into a Neti pot as described above is also a very good idea.

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• Got the Flu, I Love My Oils

   

    Posted on May 17, 2014 | Leave a comment

• Flu Bomb

   

  3 Drops Oregano
   3 Drops OnGuard
   3 Drops Melaleuca
   3 Drops Lemon
• To be taken internally ever 2-3 hours (only recommend doing this with oils that are Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade) These should all fit in a large gelatin capsule you can pick up at the health food store. If you get the actual gelatin capsules you should be able to make a supply for the day in advance. When you don’t feel good it will be easier to take the Flu Bomb if you don’t have to go make some every 2-3 hours. You want to stay consistent for this to work.
• I applied OnGuard and Lavender directly to my throat. If the OnGuard causes any irritation just dilute it with a quality carrier oil.
• I also took the Allergy Shot & OnGuard in a spoon of honey and slowly swallowed it allowing it to coat my throat.
• • do Terra's ONGUARD is simply Thieves Oil Blend

• Allergy Shot

   

  2 Drops of Peppermint
   2 Drops of Lavender
   2 Drops of Lemon
• You can either add this to a TBL of honey or you can add to a small amount of water, swish in your mouth and swallow.
• As the virus slowly worked its way into my lungs, I started using Breathe and Eucalyptus on my chest & inhaled what was on my hands. Into my head, Breathe & OnGuard, inhaled it into my sinuses several times a day

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• Relieve Sinus Pressure – Young Living Lavender & Thieves Essential Oils

• How to Relieve Sinus Pressure

   

  You will need:

   
   
  • Young Living Thieves Essential Oil Blend
   
  • Young Living Lavender Essential Oil
   
  • Qtips
   
  • Kleenex
   
  • Ice pack
   
   

  Instructions:

   
   
  1. Blow your nose
   
  2. Put a drop of Thieves and a drop of Lavender on one end of the Qtip.
   
  3. Swab the inside of one nostril.
   
  4. Repeat with other end of the Qtip and other nostril. The first time you do this, it will burn like the dickens. You will feel like you are dying. But it stops relatively quickly, I promise.
   
  5. Use the ice pack to relieve the burning.
   
  6. Repeat every 15 minutes until your nasal passages are clear. Subsequent applications don’t burn quite as bad as the first.

• Steam inhalation

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  For relief of the pain use steam inhalation with the following essential oils added:

   
  • 2 drops Rosemary oil
   
  • 2 drops Peppermint oil
   
  • 1 drop Thyme oil
   
  • 1 drop Eucalyptus oil
   

  Massage oil for sinusitis

   

  After the inhalation, mix together 10 ml suitable carrier oil and add the following essential oils:

   
  • 2 drops Eucalyptus oil
   
  • 2 drops Peppermint oil
   
  • 3 drops Rosemary oil
   
  • 3 drops Geranium oil
   
  • 1 drop Tea tree oil