Neroli.... what??

It may sound strange, but you more than likely have seen or even smelled it before! Neroli is none other than orange blossoms! :) Neroli essential oil is made by distilling orange blossoms.

Because of the detailed and abstract distilling process, Neroli essential oil is placed up there right along with the other precious gems of essential oils, such as Jasmine or Rose Otto essential oil. It takes about 1000 pounds of orange blossoms to make only one pound of oil!

The scent is a very fruity and sweet smell, making it ideal for perfumes and other personal products. One whiff of this will have you wanting to wear it every day, and you have good cause to do so!

Neroli is SO much more than an amazing smell, it is also an oil that was highly treasured in ancient Egypt for its ability to heal the mind, body and spirit. Neroli is a natural relaxant that strengthenes and stabilizes the emotions and aids in relaxation and focus.

A precious little gem indeed!

Most common uses:
-Mental Clarity
-Emotional Balance


A few of the Young Living blends it is found in are:
Acceptance, Awaken, Humility, Inner Child, Live with Passion, Oola grow, Present Time



Questions? Interested in trying some or learning more? Feel free to contact me at any time at withthefruitofherhands@gmail.com

Myrrh

Did you know that Myrrh was referred to in the Bible 156 times? It is the most frequently mentioned oil in the Bible! We also know that Myrrh was given to Baby Jesus along with Frankincense and Gold in addition to being mentioned in correlation with royalty. Myrrh and Frankincense were considered luxury items used by the wealthy and were kept safe and valued as much as gold and jewels.

Since the Egyptians it has been used to support and maintain healthy skin. Many of the skin care products and animal scents ointment contain myrrh essential oil. Myrrh is also a powerful antioxidant support and today is widely used in oral hygiene products.

Myrrh is obtained from the resin of the trunk and it belongs to the same family as Frankincense.

One of the special things about Myrrh on a chemical level is that it contains a high content of sesquiterpenes, a class of compounds that have a direct effect on the pituitary, hypothalamus, and amygdala - the seat of our emotions. It is purifying, restorative, revitalizing, and uplifting.

Myrrh is a component of many Young Living products including Boswellia Wrinkle Cream™, ClaraDerm™, Essential Beauty™ Serum, and Abundance™, Gratitude™, Hope™, and Humility™ essential oil blends.

Esther 2:12
"Now when every maid's turn was come to go in to king Ahasuerus, after that she had been twelve months, according to the manner of the women, (for so were the days of their purifications accomplished, to wit, six months with oil of myrrh, and six months with sweet odours, and with other things for the purifying of the women;)"

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Did you know that this species is the most directly related to the Cedars of Lebanon quoted in the Bible? Also, the word Cedrus is an Arabic word "kedron" meaning "power". Cedarwood oil contains the highest amount of sesquiterpenes of all the essential oils. Sesquiterpenes are a hydrocarbon group that is found in essential oils that helps to clear out mucked up cell receptors and mis-written DNA. Cedarwood is also known as a powerful Nervous and Respiratory system support and is absolutely wonderful for grounding and release!

I must say that this is my newest favorite! I use it at times during the day to promote focus when I feel like I need it, but my favorite time to use it is at night to promote deep sleep! (hint: my little sisters also benefit from this greatly at night!)

Cedarwood oil comes from the tree bark and was used in cleansing rituals for lepers & after touching dead things.

Australian Blue, Sacred Mountain, Highest Potential, Brain Power, Progessence Plus, and Stress Away are among the common favorite Young Living blends that contain Cedarwood oil!

"And he shall take to cleanse the house two birds, and cedar wood, and scarlet, and hyssop:" Leviticus 14:49

"And the priest shall take cedar wood, and hyssop, and scarlet, and cast it into the midst of the burning of the heifer." - Numbers 19:6 .

"And he spake of trees, from the cedar tree that is in Lebanon even unto the hyssop that springeth out of the wall: he spake also of beasts, and of fowl, and of creeping things, and of fishes." 1 Kings 4:33


Cedarwood Essential Oil Uses:

-Smooth skin by adding Cedarwood to your favorite lotions and skin care products.
-Place a few drops in your shampoo and conditioner for shinier-looking hair.
-Pamper yourself with an at-home scalp massage. Warm a few drops between your hands and rub into your scalp for healthy-looking hair.
-Create custom scents featuring Cedarwood on its own or as a base for your own signature scent. Try combining it with essential oils such as Tea Tree, Neroli, or Bergamot.
-Enjoy the outdoors annoyance free with Cedarwood blended with oils such as Citronella, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Myrtle, Clove, or Lemongrass.