Green Cleaning with dōTERRA Essential Oils

Our group in Ohio is having great success with their “Green” Cleaning workshops and classes. They are showing families how to save money AND save the planet with these all-natural, effective cleaners using dōTERRA essential oils. Here are a few of our favorites:

All-Purpose Cleaner
2 c. vinegar
2 c. distilled water
10 drops Lemon Essential Oil
Tip: Shake well before each use.

Mirror or Window Cleaner
1 1/2 c. vinegar
1/2 c. purified or distilled water
8 drops ANY Citrus Essential Oil of choice
Shake well before use.

Mold and Mildew Cleaner
Pour 2 c. distilled white vinegar into a spray bottle. (OR combine one part 3% hydrogen peroxide with 2 parts water).
Add 2 drops Lemon Essential Oil and 2 drops Melaleuca Essential Oil
Shake well and spray on area. Leave on area for half an hour, then rinse.

dōTERRA Events—The Word is Out!

We love the enthusiasm and professionalism that our leaders show in hosting dōTERRA events! The word is out about how great it is to be a part of dōTERRA, and we are thrilled about all the education and sharing our IPCs are involved in.

Thank you to our wonderful leaders in Florida, Steve and Jennifer Hartl, for preparing such a beautiful booth at the Expo in Punta Gorda, Florida!

How to Host a Successful Event in 6 Easy Steps

After meeting with the dōTERRA group in Columbus, Ohio, I am thrilled to see how well the Look Young, Feel Young events are going! We have some amazing leaders in our field who REALLY know how to host successful events.

If you are new to dōTERRA and need a little guidance on how to host your own event, here is a list of items that will help make your event a smashing success!

1. Publicize your event. Create a flyer or send invitations by mail and/or email. Be sure to include the location, date, time, theme or topic, speaker, and contact details.

2. Set up the venue early in the day. Whether the event is being held in your home or a conference room, be sure to prepare the room with chairs, tables, screen, projector (or a table top display if you’re not using a PowerPoint), and any necessary cables. It’s helpful to have a camera on hand to capture fun photos of your event!

3. Treats are optional, but well worth it! It’s easy to offer lemon water and a few munchies. Look at these goodies that the Ohio team prepared. They were delicious!

4. Display table. You will definitely want to display dōTERRA products, and perhaps include a flyer with the uses and benefits of the products displayed for guests to take home. ALWAYS have a diffuser plugged in with your favorite essential oils diffusing so that guests can enjoy an uplifting atmosphere.

5. Order forms, IPC Agreements, and product guides on each chair. These are a MUST for allowing your guests to select the products they are most interested in and for enrolling with dōTERRA.

6. Follow up. Be sure to thank your guests for attending, and then follow up to answer questions, guide them through the enrollment process, and to offer tips and advice. Be sure to ask if they are interested in having you host a class for their friends and family members too!

With these 6 easy steps, you will soon be a pro at planning dōTERRA events and educating others on the benefits of dōTERRA CPTG essential oils. Remember, there are so many benefits of hosting events, such as building friendships, sharing ideas, and having FUN!

Betsy Holmes and Kari Sammons, IPCs from Ohio, host amazing events!

The Perfect Gift for Mom

Mother’s Day is May 9, 2010, and dōTERRA has the perfect gift to keep mom happy and beautiful! This Mother’s Day gift package includes our beautiful two-tiered satin cosmetic bag, one Essential Skin Care Invigorating Scrub (75 ml), and a handy terrycloth headband.

Every mom wants to look her best, so give mom the gift that will keep her looking youthful and beautiful—Invigorating Scrub. The uplifting aromas of grapefruit and peppermint essential oils are the perfect way to begin and end any day, and the added therapeutic benefits mean that mom will feel good knowing that the ingredients are all-natural and healthy!

This offer begins April 19. Limited quantities available!

Item 5008 $37.27 retail

Spring Leadership Retreat 2010

What happens when you gather top business leaders and corporate executives together for a retreat in a beatiful, natural setting? Inspiration, education, and a lot of FUN! Click on the link below to see why dōTERRA is an amazing company to join!

Spring Leadership Retreat at Aspen Lodge (Silvers and above)

View the VIDEO by clicking on the link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tEzmFAay9k 

FREE Enrollment* Offer Available April 15-May 15!

If tax day has you stressed out, this news announcement should bring a smile to your face—from April 15-May 15, 2010, all new enrollees can join for FREE!*

dōTERRA is celebrating its 2 year anniversary by sharing the luuhhhvv. Here’s how it works:

*New IPCs will receive a 50 PV voucher upon enrollment (which makes their enrollment FREE*!)
*New IPC must call Member Services at 800-411-8151 to redeem free product credit.
*Member responsible for shipping; $3 redemption fee applicable.
*May not be used for AutoShip orders.
*Points may only be used for full-PV product.
*Points will be added to account on the 15th of the month following enrollment.

So spread the good news and let everyone know that NOW is a GREAT time to join dōTERRA!

Best Bath—The Perfect Recipe for Being at Peace with the World

Do you ever reach the end of the day and wish that all your stress and worries would just melt away? After enjoying a great dinner with friends the other night, Cindi commented that she just wanted to go home and put on her “magic pants”. 

“What are your ‘magic pants?’ I asked. I mean, I used to read Mercer Mayer’s The Magic Pumpkin to my kids when they were younger, so I know all about the magic pumpkin, but I had never heard of magic pants.

She explained that they are a special pair of velour pants that are so comfortable that when she puts them on, “All is well in the world.”

I don’t have any magic pants, but I have that same sense of relaxation and being at peace with the world when I enjoy a nice, warm bath using my favorite essential oils.

If you’re like me, (sans magic pants) and need a good dose of relaxation and oneness with the world, here is a recipe for the best bath:

Add a few drops of Eucalyptus and Rosemary essential oils
Mix 1/2 c. Epsom salts with 1/2 c. Dead Sea salts
Pour all ingredients in warm bath water.

Enjoy a 15- to 20-minute soothing soak.

Along with calming the mind, these essential oils offer physical benefits. A warm bath with these oils can increase circulation and decrease inflammation, reduce soreness and improve movement. And that, as many of you know after a difficult day or a strenuous workout, feels magical.

Do You Have Thyme? Find Out Why You Need It!

Researchers at the Technological Educational Institute of Ionian Islands in Greece tested essential oils against drug-resistant staph (MRSA, aka a super-bug). Read the full article here to find out which essential oils killed almost all of the bacterium within an hour! (Okay, so the image to the left is a BIG clue.)

How to Use Thyme Essential Oil:

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris CT thymol), familiar to most as a common seasoning for cooking, produces an essential oil that has valuable cleansing and clarifying properties. It is also notable for its broad-spectrum activity for winter health. dōTERRA’s CPTG Thyme Essential Oil comes from thyme plants grown and harvested in Germany.

To apply topically, dilute thyme with dōTERRA’s fractionated coconut oil before applying.*

To diffuse, add 1-2 drops to diffuser. Can be blended with other oils as an air purifyer (lemon or Citrus Bliss are ideal). Can also be added as an ingredient to homemade cleaners for deep cleaning in the home or office.**

For internal use, dilute and add to capsule. Can also be added to foods as a seasoning (Note: Use a toothpick to swirl in the flavor, not a full drop.)

*Avoid eye contact. May cause skin sensitivity. 

**Homemade eco-friendly cleaner with Thyme Essential Oil:
Fill a spray bottle with two cups water ; add 25 drops dōTERRA thyme essential oil and two teaspoons castile (natural soap). Use on hard-to-clean bathroom and kitchen surfaces.

Feel Slim & Sassy™ This Summer!

Tired of the extra “middle” that comes with middle age? Hoping to get in shape just in time for summer? Looking for a delicious and healthy way to increase your water intake as you begin your new fitness routine?

 Then you’re going to LOVE, yes LOVE our newest product: Slim & Sassy™ Metabolic Blend.

What is Slim & Sassy™?
dōTERRA’s Metabolic Blend is a proprietary formula of 100% pure CPTG essential oils designed to help manage appetite between meals. Slim & Sassy includes a blend of grapefruit, lemon, peppermint, ginger, and cinnamon essential oils.

How do I use this new product?
Just add 8 drops to 16 oz. of water (regular size bottle of water) and drink between your healthy meals throughout the day to help manage hunger, calm your stomach, and lift your mood. It also makes a delicious and healthy flavored water for proper hydration during exercise or other activity. It has ZERO calories and is an excellent replacement for high-calorie beverages or for drinks that contain artificial sweeteners and colors.

So go ahead and celebrate the spring season and prepare for summer with Slim & Sassy™!

Item No. 3137
Retail price $32.67
To order: www.doterra.com.

Ending Insomnia

If counting sheep just isn’t working for you…read this fabulous article written by Penny Stine of the Daily Sentinel  to find out how dōTERRA’s AromaTouch Technique and CPTG essential oils helped put an end to her insomnia: ”Ending Insomnia, One Relaxing Whiff at a Time”.