Sunday 24 November 2013

Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend

 
Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend
Restoring the essence of youth
CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade®Essential Oils
Frankincense, Sandalwood, Lavender, Myrrh, Helichrysum and Rose

An exotic solution to your persistent skin problems 

dōTERRA's Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend is a beautiful blend of powerfully renewing essential oils, formulated to protect and nourish your skin, while helping to reduce inflammation — a major contributor to the aging process.  Supporting your skin's health at the cellular level, these essential oils promote smoother, more radiant and youthful skin. 

About Immortelle:

Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend from dōTERRA® is a proprietary blend of rare essential oils, used throughout history for their beautifying benefits. 

    Immortelle is easily absorbed by your skin, leaving it feeling and looking soft and smooth, not oily.

    Growing older doesn't mean you have to grow less attractive.  There are many ways to care for your overall health and that of your skin, enabling you to remain vital and beautiful for a lifetime.  By taking action now, through healthy choices and daily care, your skin can be nourished and protected. 
    But, keeping your skin healthy and hydrated is not only good for your looks, it's also essential to maintaining good overall health.  Drinking plenty of water, taking a good vitamin and mineral supplement and using effective skin care products, that nourish the skin, can help keep it soft, healthy and radiant.

    dōTERRA's Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend

    dōTERRA's Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend is designed to protect and nourish your skin, supporting skin health.  Especially important among its benefits is the reduction of inflammation, which contributes to the aging process of your body, as well as your skin.  

    Six of dōTERRA's CPTG® essential oils have been selected and blended into this proprietary formula, providing remarkable benefits toward maintaining your skin's health and beauty.

    Primary Benefits of Immortelle Anti-Aging Blend

    • Helps to restore sun-damaged skin,
    • Promotes tissue matrix mending and renewal,
    • Supports inflammation reduction (inflammation is a major contributor to the aging process of skin),
    • Helps your skin retain and balance its natural moisture levels,
    • Soothes and calms the skin.
    Immortelle is easily absorbed by your skin, leaving it feeling and looking soft and smooth, not oily. 

    What makes this product unique?

    Immortelle's uniqueness lies in its proprietary blend of high quality — CPTG® (Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade®) — essential oils:
    • Frankincense, which has been found to prevent the expression and activity of several proteins involved in the inflammatory response.
    • Helichrysum, which contains up to 10% diketoes, known for their renewing effects.  It also contains up to 30% sesquiterpene hydrocarbons, known as calming agents, as well as up to 50% esters.
    • Rose, known for its excellent hydrating properties, as well as its support of the skin's elasticity.
    • Lavender, which promotes tissue renewal.  One famous example of this property of lavender involves Dr. René-Maurice Gattefossé, Ph.D., a chemist working in cosmetics, who was burned during a chemical explosion in his lab in 1910.  He treated his burns with pure essential lavender oil, and experienced a quick recovery — without scars.
    • Myrrh, which contributes to the skin's balanced hydration, and supports general tissue repair.

     

    Who should use this product?

    Anyone who desires more radiant, smooth and youthful skin.

    Directions for Use: Apply sparingly to face, neck and problem areas, after cleansing, prior to serum and/or moisturizer.  Pay special attention to age spots, fine lines and wrinkles.  Dilute with fractionated coconut oil or other pure vegetable oil to calm any skin sensitivity.

    Cautions: Avoid contact with the eyes.

    Ingredients: essential oils of Boswellia frereana (frankincense), Santalum album (sandalwood), Lavandula angustifolia (lavender), Commiphora myrrha (myrrh), Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum), Rosa damascena (rose).

    Immortelle


    Thursday 21 November 2013

    OnGuard + Soft Gels

    On Guard+Soft gels
    Serving Size: 1 soft gel
    Servings Per Container: 60
    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
    On Guard+ Softgels combine the proprietary blend of doTERRA On Guard essential oil with Black
    Pepper, Oregano, and Melissa essential oils for additional immune support. On Guard+ is a great
    way to strengthen and maintain healthy immune function when seasonal threats are high or to
    protect against elements that can weaken the immune system. 
    Encapsulated in vegetariansoftgels, this distinctive blend contains essential oils known for their positive effects on the immune system and their ability to protect against environmental threats. On Guard+ should be taken on an occasional basis, when healthy immune function may be compromised.
    KEY INGREDIENTS AND BENEFITS
    • OnGuard Proprietary Essential Oil Blend: 
    supports healthy
    immune function
    • Black Pepper:
    supports healthy
    circulation and respiratory function
    • Oregano:
    helps build andmaintain a healthy immune system 

    •Melissa:
    protects the body
    against seasonal threats
     
    DIRECTIONS FOR USE
    Take 1 or more softgels as needed to promote healthy immune function. 
    CAUTIONS
    Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, lactating or under a doctor’s care, consult your
    physician. Store in a cool, dry place.


    Cellulite, Flabby Skin, and Stretch Marks

     Skin anatomy with and without cellulite


    Summary

    There are three common skin problems associated with weight gain and loss.  Cellulite, flabby skin, and stretch marks.  To understand what is going on there follows a short tutorial on fat in the body.  This material is primarily from a presentation by Dr. David Hill and gives a simple, but thorough, understanding of fat in our bodies.

    What and Why of Fat
    Body fat cells, also known as adipose cells or adipocytes, are like other cells in our bodies except they are specialized cells that contain a large droplet of lipid or fat. The number and size of fat cells varies from one body structure to another, and from one person to another.  Clusters of fat cells make up adipose tissue or what we call “body fat.”



    Fat has several important functions in the body.
      First, fat provides protection or “padding” for vital organs and structures acting as a shock absorber in the body. High amounts of adipose tissue is stored beneath the skin around the stomach, hips, and buttocks providing protection for vital organs. 

      Second, fat provides insulation that helps slow heat loss through the skin. 

      Third, and the primary function of adipose tissue or body fat, is energy storage. Our bodies make energy from the food we eat. One of the primary methods the body has to store energy is fat.

    Excess storage of fat is a health risk for most.  This occurs as fat cells are formed and swell up like balloons from foods eaten. When other forms of dietary nutrients used to produce energy in the body are scarce, fat cells deflate by releasing their lipids into the blood stream. Unfortunately fat cells do not “die” when they release their fatty contents and can re-inflate as more unused calories are converted to fat.

    The process of creating new fat cells is called ADIPOGENESIS. The release of stored lipids from fat cells to be used for energy is called LIPOLYSIS. Managing a healthy body fat percentage includes reducing adipogenesis so fewer fat cells are formed, and increasing lipolysis so more of our stored fat is used for energy.

    Cellulite

    This dimpling or Orange peel appearance of the skin on the abdomen, buttocks, hips, or thighs comes from fat cells in the inner layer of the skin.

    Unlike the fat cells in the interior of our bodies that give the common unsightly signals of being overweight these fat cells are not readily used for energy in the body and therefore do not respond to diet protocols the same.

    The reason for the dimpling appearance is that in this layer of the skin the fat cells are deposited between connective tissue or cords.  As the fat cells volume exceeds the length of these connective tissues bumps or dimples are visible on the surface of the skin. 
    Two other factors come into play.
    As we age the outer layer of the skin becomes thinner and less elastic therefore, the dimples become more apparent as we age.  Secondly, the connective tissue is vertically oriented in women but crisscross in men.  Hence, the dimples are more visible in women.

    Flabby Skin

    Flabby or loose skin is similar and different than cellulite.  Many times as someone looses weight they loose fat cells and muscle tissue.  If this is done rapidly the overlying skin cannot tighten as quickly the underlying tissue is eliminated.  Also many times as you “pinch” flabby skin you will feel there is still quite a lot of underlying fat yet to be removed. 

    To eliminate flabby skin the most common advice is to use a slower weight loss procedure to allow the skin to adjust more evenly.  This might not always be possible or advisable.  Beyond this the procedures address the three components of the problem.

         1)  Continue to loose the excess fat below the surface of the skin (love handles) using diet techniques discussed in the material following.
         2)  Tone the underlying muscles.  This requires the dreaded exercise and should be targeted at the areas below the sagging skin.
         3)  Nourish and tone the skin with essential oils, massage and other skin Firming techniques so that it can steadily rebuild to its more normal structure.  

    There is debate on how successful this can be with large amounts of excess tissue and some suggest cosmetic surgery is the only option.  It would seem prudent to nourish and tone the skin for lengthy periods of time before resorting to the risks of surgery.

    Stretch Marks

    As skin is stretched with added fat cells (or during pregnancy) the dermis or middle layer of the skin that includes blood vessels may be stretched to the point that it tears and microscopic bleeding occurs.  This tear with blood then is visible through the epidermis and is seen as a stretch mark.  It will initially be a deep reddish or purple color and fade with time.  For many the scarring will not completely go away without some treatment.


    These marks typically appear on the abdomen, breasts, buttocks, thighs, or upper arms.  Essential oils, with their healing properties that cause tissue to rebuild, are an excellent source of help.

    Oils, blends & products recommended:

    Oils & Blends:  Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Lavender, Myrrh

    Essential oils based products: Anti-aging Moisturizer, Slim & Sassy, Slim & Sassy Kit
    Also consider: Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Sandalwood

    Suggested protocols:

    Cellulite -
    •  Helichrysum oil and Slim & Sassy blend -  Topically apply Helichrysum essential oil then layer with Slim & Sassy Blend to locations with cellulite and other fatty accumulations.

    Flabby Skin -
    •  Grapefruit oil and Slim & Sassy blend -  Topically apply Grapefruit essential oil then layer with Slim & Sassy Blend to locations with excess fat accumulations.

    •  Tone and Condition  -  Consider the dōTERRA Skin Care products Anti-Aging Moisturizer, Tightening Serum, and Invigorating Scrub to tone and condition the skin.  Self made blends of individual oils can be used as well or may augment these products.  Recognize in extreme cases it will take extended periods of time and consistency for progress.

    Stretch Marks - Grapefruit essential oil added to dōTERRA Anti-aging Moisturizer. Or Helichrysum, Lavender, and/or Myrrh applied topically with Fractionated Coconut Oil.  Add 5 -10 drops to 1 tablespoon of Fractional Coconut Oil.

    Sunday 17 November 2013

    Combat bugs with TerraShield Repellent Blend

    About TerraShield
    TerraShield provides protection from insect bites in a blend of 15 essential oils mixed in a base of fractionated coconut oil. Whereas DEET, a powerful and toxic chemical known to cause negative side-effects, doTERRA®’s Terra Shield® is all-natural. 

    Unlike its synthetic counterparts (products containing DEET), its appealing citrus-based aroma makes it a pleasant experience to use. It is safe and effective for the whole family, even young children. In this day and age of Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus, the comfort this knowledge gives is priceless.
     Uses 
    This blend is specifically and exclusively designed to protect against biting insects.

    Application Techniques
    Apply TerraShield straight from the bottle topically onto exposed areas. Where the mosquitoes are thick, apply thickly! Can be sprayed on from a spray bottle. Reapply every 4-6 hours as needed. This product may also be diffused into the air. Terra Shield will not stain clothing.
     
    Precautions:  
    The whole family can safely use this product.*  Carefully apply around the eyes, ears and mouth. Do not use in the eyes, ears or mouth.  Do not use internally.  Due to its citrus components, it may sting when applied to cuts, wounds or irritated skin.  Keep out of reach of children. 
    *If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.  
      
    Safe, all-natural protection against insects for the whole family
    TerraShield™ Repellent Blend from dōTERRA® is an all-natural, DEET-free, super-concentrated insect repellent that can be safely used by everyone in the family — without worry.  And, it smells great.

    As you know, in order to prevent the spread of insect-borne diseases, experts recommend using an effective insect repellent. The most common repellents are products that contain DEET.  But, despite industry claims to the contrary, DEET is a powerful and toxic chemical, known to be extremely toxic to the nervous system, causing negative side-effects, including seizures.  And, it can be especially deadly for small children and infants.  Thus, their label warnings.
    (So now you know there is a reason DEET is not recommended for use on pregnant women and most pediatricians do not recommend using on small children. )

    There just has to be a better option.

    And now, there is.  TerraShield™ Repellent Blend from dōTERRA® is an all-natural, non-toxic alternative to DEET-containing insect repellents.  Gentle and safe enough to be used by everyone in the family, it provides powerful coverage and lasts up to 6 hours per application — without DEET or other toxic chemicals.

    TerraShield offers great protection from Mosquitos and other bug bites without the nasty smell and harmful chemicals.




    TerraShield is unique to traditional bug sprays due to its 100% natural ingredients, which means it does NOT contain DEET or synthetic chemicals.  Made from 15 Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils scientifically proven to be powerful insect repellents. This blend doesn't smell like an "insect repellent" at all; it has a fresh, light citrus smell, that is wonderfully invigorating. 

    TerraShield™ is a proprietary blend of 15 Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade™ essential oils, that have been scientifically shown to repel insects more effectively than other — synthetic — insect repellents.  These include:
    • Lemon
    • Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus citriodora),
    • Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), and
    • Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus).
    These 15 essential oils in are blended in a base of 100% pure fractionated coconut oil, that nourishes and soothes your skin, leaving it renewed after each application.

    TerraShield™ is super-concentrated; so, just a small amount will provide you and your family with worry-free, safe and effective protection from mosquitoes, and other bothersome insects, all day long.

    Thursday 14 November 2013

    Depression

    Summary


    Depression is commonly used to describe the feelings of sadness, disappointment, helplessness, etc. that come with many of life’s experiences at times of loss or tragedy, personal or family difficulties, or unexpected changes in relationships, finances, or health.  These may be feeling that last a few days or can extend into years for some folks.  Everyone experiences these feelings at some time in life but beyond this there is a clinical definition of depression used by medical professionals.  The term used most often is “clinical depression”.  MayoClinic.com describes clinical depression in this way:


    Clinical depression  

    Clinical depression symptoms may include:
    -Depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day
    -Loss of interest or pleasure in most activities
    -Significant weight loss or gain
    -Sleeping too much or not being able to sleep nearly every day
    -Slowed thinking or movement that others can see
    -Fatigue or low energy nearly every day
    -Feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt
    -Loss of concentration or indecisiveness
    -Recurring thoughts of death or suicide

    To meet the criteria for clinical depression (called major depression in the DSM), you must have five or more of the above symptoms over a two-week period. At least one of the symptoms must be either a depressed mood or a loss of interest or pleasure. Keep in mind, some types of depression may not fit this strict definition.

    Clinical depression causes noticeable disruptions in daily life, such as work, school or social activities. It can affect people of any age or sex, including children. It isn't the same as depression caused by a loss (such as the death of a loved one), substance abuse or a medical condition such as a thyroid disorder.


    Depression and suicide

    An important consideration with severe depression is suicide.  The following material from HelpGuide.org can be of value:

    Depression is a major risk factor for suicide. The deep despair and hopelessness that goes along with depression can make suicide feel like the only way to escape the pain. Thoughts of death or suicide are a serious symptom of depression, so take any suicidal talk or behavior seriously. It's not just a warning sign that the person is thinking about suicide: it's a cry for help.

    Warning signs of suicide include:

    ·   Talking about killing or harming one’s self

    ·   Expressing strong feelings of hopelessness or being trapped

    ·   An unusual preoccupation with death or dying

    ·   Acting recklessly, as if they have a death wish (e.g. speeding through red lights)

    ·   Calling or visiting people to say goodbye

    ·   Getting affairs in order (giving away prized possessions, tying up loose ends)

    ·   Saying things like “Everyone would be better off without me” or “I want out.”

    ·   A sudden switch from being extremely depressed to acting calm and happy. 

    If you think a friend or family member is considering suicide, express your concern and seek professional help immediately. Talking openly about suicidal thoughts and feelings can save a life.

    Oils, blends & products recommended:

    Oils & Blends:  Bergamot, Balance, Elevation, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Melissa, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Serenity, Ylang Ylang

    Essential oils based products: AromaTouch Technique, Life Long Vitality supplements
    Also consider: Basil, Cinnamon, Citrus Bliss, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Geranium, Ginger, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Melaleuca, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Wild Orange

    Suggested protocols:
    Depression seems to be an epidemic in today’s society. Essential oils can help to improve the condition. For mild depression Lavender, Sandalwood, and Ylang Ylang among others, are effective. Also the blends Balance, Elevation, and Serenity are very effective.

    A special blend using Melissa is suggested by Dr. Hill:
    •  2-3 drops Wild Orange
    •  2-3 drops Peppermint
    •  2-3 drops Melissa

    Also highly recommended is consistent use of the Life Long Vitality supplements.

    Application: Diffusion is most effective, but topical application to the chest or body and foot massages or baths also offer good results. Use cup and inhale after applying topically or consider having an inhaler handy if you are on the go. Since  there are a wide variety of oils that potentially can help experiment as necessary to find out what oils offer optimum results for each individual.

    Some point out that if help is required over a long period of time a single oil or blend can get “boring” or less effective. For best results rotate or change oils or blends periodically.

    Safety Precautions: If severe states of depression persist, the help of a qualified licensed professional is recommended.

    Saturday 9 November 2013

    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion

    Silky, fragrance-free lotion to keep your skin healthy and hydrated

    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion is a silky, fragrance-free lotion, perfect for blending with your favorite essential oil, for a personalized moisturizing experience.  Formulated with conditioning emollients and natural botanical extracts, this Hand & Body Lotion keeps your skin healthy and hydrated.

    6.7 oz tube.

    Are you having Dry, dehydrated skin?

    As your body's largest organ, your skin is your first line of defense against destructive free-radical molecules and toxins in your environment.  And so, keeping your skin healthy and hydrated is not only attractive; it is also essential to maintaining good health.

    Dry, dehydrated skin can also be uncomfortable and lead to a number of persistent and annoying skin conditions. 

    Drinking lots of pure water, taking a vitamin and mineral supplement, and using a body moisturizer can help keep skin soft, healthy and hydrated.

    Choosing the correct skin care product is an important part of maintaining skin health.  Many moisturizing skin care products on the shelf today contain harsh artificial chemicals, fragrances, colorants and other harmful ingredients, and may cause more damage to your skin than good.  Some products, although giving the initial feeling of moisturizing, can have a long-term drying effect on the skin.  Others coat the skin with petro-chemicals and fats, in an attempt to cover up the symptoms of dehydrated skin, leaving your skin feeling oily and slick.

    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion

    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion is an unscented, light-weight hydrating lotion, that absorbs gently into the underlying layers of the skin, providing both immediate and long-term relief to dehydrated skin. 
    • A proprietary blend of antioxidants, botanicals and powerful humectants leaves your skin feeling and looking silky and smooth.
    • Extracts of cruciferous vegetables help to build the skin's natural defenses against environmental stressors. 
    And, dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion contains no harsh, artificial fragrances or colorants, that can be irritating to the skin.  It's formulated for your hands and body; but it's gentle enough to use on the face by everyone in your family.

    Conveniently and beautifully packaged in a 200 ml flip-top tube, it will fit easily in a purse or sit fashionably at your local day spa or massage practice.

    More than just a Hand & Body Lotion

    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion also makes a great essential oil carrier.  It's been carefully formulated to blend with dōTERRA's Certified Pure Therapeutic-Grade® (CPTG®) essential oils, to use as a moisturizing alternative to vegetable oil carriers, such as fractionated coconut oil.  It spreads evenly, and can be used as a light topical medium for aromatic, topical and sub-dermal applications in therapeutic massage, in which essential oils are used.

    The primary benefits of dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion:

    • It provides conditioning emollients and natural botanical extracts, to relieve dry, irritated skin.
    • It helps your skin retain its natural moisture.
    • Antioxidants and natural botanical extracts help condition your skin and protect it from environmental stressors.
    And, dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion easily absorbs into your skin, leaving it feeling and looking soft and smooth, not oily.

    What Makes This Product Unique?

    • Formulated according to dōTERRA's "NONE of the BAD" philosophy of not using artificial colors, diethanolamine (DEA), formaldehyde donors, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), sodium laurel sulfate (SLS), toluene, triethanolamine (TEA) or animal testing.
    • Formulated to perfectly mix with Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® (CPTG®) essential oils, for targeted personalized essential oil applications.
    • Proprietary combination of natural botanical extracts, antioxidants and other beneficial ingredients, that work together to provide healthy hydration and protect the skin.

    Key Ingredients:

    • A gentle blend of extracts from broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, mustard, kale and wasabi, protect skin from environmental stressors.
    • Algae extract naturally conditions and smoothes the skin.
    • An organic compound from licorice improves the appearance of dry or damaged skin, by reducing flaking and helping to restore suppleness.
    • Vitamins C and E contribute powerful antioxidant protection.
    • Olive fruit unsaponifiables help to soften and smooth dry skin.

    Who Should Use this Product?

      
    dōTERRA® Spa Hand & Body Lotion is formulated for anyone desiring to hydrate dry, rough skin, or by those wanting a moisturizing carrier medium for topical essential oil application.

    Directions for use: Apply generous amounts to hands and body, to relieve dryness.  Blend two to three drops of your favorite dōTERRA® essential oil with a quarter-sized amount of lotion in the palm of your hand, for optimal results.  Use daily, as needed, to maintain hydrated, healthy skin.

    Additional usage tip: Apply Hand & Body Lotion right after bathing, to retain the moisture from the shower or bath.

    Cautions: Avoid contact with the eyes.

    Ingredients: Water, glyceryl stearate, cetearyl alcohol, sodium stearoyl lactylate, butylene glycol, glycerin, Santalum album (Sandalwood) wood extract, Phellodendrom amurense bark extract, Hordeum distichon (barley) extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, tocopheryl acetate, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, panthenyl triacetate, ergothioneine, Olea europaea (olive) fruit unsaponifiables, Chlorella vulgaris (algea extract) extract, retinyl palmitate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate (licorice extract), capric/caprylic triglycerides, linoleic acid, soy sterols, soy phospholipids, Brassica juncea sprout extract, Brassica oleracea Italica sprout extract, Brassica oleracea capitata sprout extract, Brassica oleracea botrytis sprout extract, Brassica oleracea acephala sprout extract, Wasabi japonica root extract, sodium PCA, sodium hyaluronate, tetrasodium EDTA, dimethicone, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene, glycol, phenoxyethanol, carbomer, xanthan gum.


    Sunday 3 November 2013

    On Guard Beadlet

    ON GUARD® BEADLET

    On Guard Beadlets are an easy and convenient way to obtain the immune-boosting benefits of On Guard Essential Oil Blend. On Guard Beadlets provide a flavorful dose of dōTERRA’s proprietary blend of wild orange, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus and rosemary, all contained in tiny vegetable beadlets that melt in the mouth quickly to freshen breath and support the immune system. On Guard Beadlets are perfect for home use, while traveling and to boost your family’s immunity – anytime, anywhere.

    Item code: 35410001   125 beadlets per container


    Boost Immune System Naturally

    Do you know someone who travels a lot?  How about anyone who works in an environment where he or she is exposed to lots of germs-like a teacher or schooling kids ? Are you interested in maintaining your immune system naturally and avoiding or shortening the length of colds and viruses? doTERRA's new On Guard Beadlets are the answer! These little beads dissolve quickly in your mouth and freshen breath, they also are a super charge to your immune system!

    On Guard beadlets are a blend of wild orange, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. The bottle is small and easily to be carried around in your purse or even in your pocket. Can't wait to try?



    OnGuard Cleaner Concentrate

    ON GUARD® CLEANER CONCENTRATE 
    3814   12 oz / 355 ml

    On Guard Cleaner Concentrate is designed to be the ideal natural cleaner. It is fortified with dōTERRA’s proprietary On Guard Protective Blend of wild orange, clove bud, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary CPTG essential oils. 

    This powerful essential oil blend is combined with plant-based derivatives that provide a non-toxic and biodegradable way to clean and eliminate odors. It is safe for your family as well as the environment. The multi-purpose capabilities of On Guard Cleaner Concentrate make it perfect to expertly clean hard surfaces in the kitchen, bathroom, or any room leaving behind a clean and invigorating scent.

    On Guard cleaner concentrate is a special blend of powerful but non-toxic essential botanical oils to help keep your home not only germ-free, but smelling fresh and inviting!


    One bottle of On Guard concentrated cleaner will last you for months, and provide your home with a welcoming fragrance that family and friends will appreciate, and remember!

    It cuts through grease and grime without leaving behind any murky chemical trail.  It is so safe that it can be used full-strength on those hard-to-remove spots and stains.  It is perfectly safe for use on tile, linoleum, marble, wood, and plastic.  You can wash stains off your painted or wall-papered walls with On Guard cleaner, and not worry about streaks or smears.

    Troubled by visitors in your home like ants and beetles?  Dribble a thin ribbon of On Guard along the bottom of entryways and window sills, and your unwelcome guests will take the hint and vamoose!

    You can also use our unique blend of essential botanical cleaning oils out in the garden.  Use a few drops in a quart sprayer to get rid of aphids on rose bushes, to discourage cabbage moths and Japanese beetles.  If your root vegetables are troubled by voracious nematodes, spill a little diluted On Guard directly on the ground around your carrots and beets, and watch your plants thrive!
    On Guard is versatile, non-toxic, and priced so you can use it with confidence year round!
    (Copied and edited from essential oil details)
     

    OnGuard Laundry Detergent

     
    OnGuard Laundry Detergent is a natural-based, ultra concentrated 6X laundry detergent that utilizes the power of On Guard Protective Blend and bio-originated enzymes to target and lift stains for amazingly clean clothes. This small bottle packs a punch with 10 mL of On Guard essential oil and the ability to do up to 64 loads of laundry! It is color safe for washable fabrics at all temperatures and is free of synthetic fragrances, dyes, and toxins, which makes it a safe choice for your family as well as the environment.
    Item code: 38980001   32 fl oz / 947 mL

    doTERRA laundry detergent is superior to other laundry detergents because it has a proprietary blend of naturally derived surfactants.  It is a safe, non-toxic alternative to common detergents that you find in the grocery store.  Surfactants are a wetting agent and they reduce surface tension so that means it is loosening the fibers in your clothes so that it allows for maximum stain release.  
    How is it different than normal laundry detergent?  It whitens and cleans naturally without harsh chemicals that are harmful to the environment and harmful to our families. There are no sulfates, phosphates, chlorine, bleach or other of the harsh chemicals that are unfriendly you either your family or the environment.  It can also be used as a pre-treatment for stains.

     Can I just say how excited I am for this? Not only does this have On Guard essential oil in it, but a combination of five different enzymes (listed above) that will remove protein, starches, organic stains, fatty acids and oils. The essential oil scent will flash off in the dryer, so there will ultimately be no scent to your laundry. It will be CLEAN

    KEY INGREDIENTS AND BENEFITS
    • Surfactants, enzymes, and stabilizers from sustainable natural-based sources (not petrochemical)
     
    • Unique, natural-based bio-originated enzyme and preservative stabilizer made from corn
     
    • Unique formulation maximizes essential oil aroma and efficacy— tough on stains and dirt, but low surfactant/enzyme aroma allows full aromatic potential of On Guard essential oil
     
    • Contains 10mL of On Guard Protective Blend (value $33)

    DIRECTIONS FOR USE
    HE washers: ¼ cap (1 TBSP)*Conventional Washers: ½ cap (2 TBSP)*
    *Use more as needed for heavily soiled loads.
     
    Stains: Put a small amount of detergent directly on the stain. Let sit for 3–10 minutes; wash as directed. For very stubborn stains, re-apply the detergent before the garment is dry and repeat the wash cycle. After repeating wash, allow garment to dry before attempting additional stain treatment. As with any stain removal, test for colorfastness of garments in small area before treating.
     
    CAUTIONS
    Avoid eye contact. For external use only.