Self care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity; especially in a world that asks us to give more and do more. As the saying goes, “you can’t pour from an empty cup,” taking time to nurture yourself isn’t selfish. You need to restore your energy and well-being to show up for others and your own responsibilities. The beauty of self care DIYs is that they invite you to slow down, get creative, and craft simple rituals that soothe the body and mind. Whether you are in need of rejuvenation, stress relief, or just little self love, we got you covered with these recipe ideas.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to get creative and infuse a little extra love into handmade gifts and self-care rituals. Using Essential Oils and natural ingredients allows you to create meaningful, toxin free DIYs that not only smell wonderful, but make you feel good too. Whether you are crafting something for a partner, friend, or yourself, these Valentine’s recipes are all about heart-centered intention.

• This DIY is made with low comedogenic oils so as to not clog pores, therefore, it is safe for all skin types (even oily skin).

Oftentimes, our New Year’s Resolutions include helping us refocus on ourselves and our health. After a little indulging during the holidays, this might include a goal to exercise more or just get your body moving. This can be a difficult adjustment if you are new to having a fitness program, or you are just out of the habit. The good news is that your trusty Essential Oils are here to help! With benefits from providing an energy boost to relieving sore muscles, let’s dive into these useful DIY ideas.

Looking to make the cutest little DIY gift for the holidays? Here is a fun, festive, and useful recipe for a cozy and sweet scented treat for your skin! This nourishing solid lotion bar provides the lovely scent of freshly baked Christmas cookies while offering a rich and creamy skin loving moisture. Package them up in a reusable tin and affix the provided label for the perfect homemade gift!

And here is a convenient label you can print off to add to your DIY.
These labels are designed for a 2 x 3 template, such as Avery 36460

Click on the image below to open a printable version!

No matter how much we know you love your Essential Oil Diffusers, during this cooler season, candles are a must have! With a soft glow that fills your space and comforting autumn scents, nothing sets the mood quite like a fall candle. Making your own candle with Essential Oils lets you skip synthetic fragrances and fill your home with the pure natural aroma of crisp spice, warm woods, and sweet citrus. This simple recipe will help you capture the essence of fall in a clean, toxin free candle that you can actually enjoy burning.

Heading back to school each year can evoke a range of emotions. Whether it be nervousness or anticipation, excitement or fear, we got you covered with a super helpful DIY roller recipe. This aromatherapy blend is the perfect ally for kids to help manage their feelings, promote confidence, and encourage focus.

Who doesn’t want a healthy summer glow? Now you can create your own with a luxurious blend of all natural ingredients and a sweet summer scent! Infused with hydrating oils, light-catching glimmer, and pure Essential Oils, this fun DIY leaves your skin soft and luminous with a beautiful, mood-lifting aroma. Perfect for enhancing your skin on a hot summer night. Just shake, spritz, and glow!

When you have curls, or even wavy hair, you know the constant struggle to keep them tamed, moisturized, and under control! Well, did you know that many natural ingredients can help to nourish and maintain healthy curls? There are also certain Essential Oils that you can add to the mix for extra hydration and strength. This useful DIY recipe will help bring out the best in your curls by locking in moisture and giving a little more shine and bounce.

As Father’s Day approaches, you might be thinking about what to give Dad. As you know, homemade gifts always make a lasting impression because they come from the heart. This year, consider making this useful aftershave that not only smells great, but helps heal the skin too! This all natural recipe helps close pores on the face and sooth irritated areas… plus it is fun and simple to make.

And here is a convenient label you can print off to add to your DIY.
These labels are designed for a 2 x 3 template, such as Avery 36460

Click on the image below to open a printable version!

After a long year of school, it is always a great idea to give your child’s teacher a little “Thank You” gift for everything they have done.  And, one of the best ways to show your appreciation is to make the gift yourself! We have a super fun idea for you to try as this year wraps up and we soon say goodbye to the teachers and hello to summer.

Add all of the ingredients into the roller bottle and pop the top on. Swirl gently to mix the oils.

Have you heard of the viral trend called Botox in a Bottle? If you have, read on; and if not, we will fill you in. Recently, the internet has really caught on to all of the valuable therapies that Castor Oil and Essential Oils have to offer. With that, a recipe has been floating around that people are calling a miracle wrinkle eraser. Now, we can’t guarantee that this blend is equal to Botox, but we can tell you why this recipe is great for the skin and what you need!

This ancient oil has been used for thousands of years for its incredible therapeutic benefits. Traditionally used for hair and skin care, this viscous oil is rich in ricinoleic acids and Omega 9 fats which makes it super moisturizing. Additionally, Castor Oil reduces inflammation and increases collagen production, which makes it ideal for anti-aging products. Studies have even shown that Castor Oil may be effective in treating infraorbital hyperpigmentation aka dark circles under the eyes.

Jojoba Oil

Golden Jojoba Oil is a wonderful carrier oil because it is abundant in vitamins E and B, as well as antioxidants. Jojoba mimics the sebum of your skin, so it balances moisture and oil production. It is also known for improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles. We also love that Jojoba is hypoallergenic and does not clog pores.

Frankincense Essential Oil

The “King of Oils,” aka Frankincense Essential Oil has been treasured for centuries and was even used in Egyptian tombs! But when it comes to skin applications, this remarkable oil is the top pick because of its many benefits. One major contribution to facial care is its ability to aid in cell turnover. This means that it can potentially help you achieve a more youthful and vibrant complexion. This also translates to improved skin texture and anti-aging support.

Botox in a Bottle Recipe

Add all of the ingredients into the roller bottle, pop the top on and rotate gently in your hands to mix. Apply as needed to your face to help prevent fine lines and wrinkles. Take care not to get too close to the eyes.

Easter crafts are so fun! The themes of the season can be cute baby animals like chicks and bunnies, or pastel shapes like eggs and baskets. This makes for some really enjoyable DIY ideas that you can do with your kids. Here is a great little holiday project that also doubles as a sensory experience.

Easter can be such a fun holiday for kids; full of bunnies, chickies, trinkets, and candy. If you are looking for a creative craft with an Easter flare and added health benefits, look no further. This DIY project is perfect for adults and kids alike! And when it’s done, you end up with an indulgent bath treat for yourself or to give as a gift.

About the Ingredients:

Epsom Salts contain Magnesium which is an important mineral that is crucial to body function.

Fractionated Coconut Oil is rich in Omega fatty acids that are nourishing and moisturizing for skin.   

REVIVE Mint Rain Essential Oil Blend will provide an uplifting and refreshing feeling.

How to make:

1 C Epsom Salts
2 T Baking Soda
2 tsp Fractionated Coconut Oil
1-2 tsp Water
20 drops REVIVE Mint Rain (first available in the 2022 Spring Quarterly Box)
Easter Egg Shaped Cookie Cutters
Optional: 1-3 Different Colors of Food Coloring

1. In a glass bowl, mix together the Epsom Salts and Baking Soda, then add in the Fractionated Coconut Oil, Essential Oil, and 1 tsp Water until fully incorporated (only add the 2nd tsp of Water if needed).
2. If using Food Coloring, divide into as many bowls as colors you have. Stir in each color until uniform.
3. Lay out wax paper onto a tray and place the cookie cutters down. Spoon your mixture into the cookie cutter and use your fingers to push it down evenly until it is full. If using the colors, place them in sections how you like to create a striped effect.
4. Carefully and gently slide the cookie cutter up and off. Repeat until all the salt is gone.
5. Let the Salt Egg dry overnight then flip over and let dry for another 24 hours.

How to use:

In a warm bath, add in one or two Salt Eggs and let them dissolve.
If you would like to gift them, place them in clear bags and tie with a ribbon.

As we dive into a brand new year, we often take with us goals to improve our lives. Whether you want to awaken earlier to get more done, exercise more often, or take on a new project, these 3 new DIYs will help you tackle those intentions and keep you powering through your day.

Wake Up Shower Spray

Pre-Workout Nasal Inhaler

Resolution Solution Roll-On

Arguably, one of the best parts of Halloween is carving pumpkins as a family. But one of the saddest things is when those adorable jack-o-lanterns rot away or get eaten by wildlife. Wouldn’t it be great if you could make those creative pumpkin decorations last longer? This easy and all natural Essential Oil preserver recipe will be a helpful tool this season in getting more time out of those treasured memories.

What you Need:

Castor Oil is used in this recipe for its ability to coat the pumpkin and add a touch of shine. We like this particular carrier oil for this DIY because it is antibacterial and antimicrobial, helping to preserve the pumpkin.

High Proof Alcohol is used to help mix the Essential Oils and water together, but it also keeps the mixture from going bad too soon.

Tea Tree Essential Oil slows down the growth of mildew or mold.

Peppermint Essential Oil repels bugs and animals.

Lemongrass Essential Oil prevents the pumpkin from rotting.

How to Make:

Into the bottle, mix together the alcohol and the Essential Oils. Add in the Castor Oil and swirl to mix. Fill the rest of the way with water and cap the bottle.

How to Use:

Shake gently and spray generously onto the outside of the pumpkin, focusing on the area where it is carved. If it rains on the pumpkin, remember to spray it again.

For safety purposes, only use a battery operated candle due to flammability.

Do-it-yourself projects can be super fun for a family, especially when the final product is something that works and that you will actually use! That is exactly what this homemade detangler recipe is all about. Natural ingredients with conditioning properties come together to create the perfect addition to your healthy beauty products

What you Need:

Apple Cider Vinegar is great for detangling hair as well as strengthening the hair by closing the cuticles of the hair shaft. It has also shown to be helpful at cleansing, fighting frizz and adding shine.

Golden Jojoba Oil acts as the conditioner in this recipe by moisturizing and restoring hair.

The Essential Oils will help to cover the smell of the ACV, while adding their own benefits. Ylang Ylang Essential Oil can improve hair texture and reduce damage. Juniper Berry Essential Oil purifies the scalp and may help to prevent hair loss. And Lemon Essential Oil encourages good hair health by restoring PH balance and adding natural shine.

How to Make:

Carefully pour the Jojoba Oil and Essential Oils into the bottle then swirl gently to mix.

Next add the Apple Cider Vinegar into the bottle and swirl again. 

Lastly, pour in the Distilled Water and place the spray top on. Roll the bottle around to incorporate all of the ingredients together.

How to Use:

Shake gently and mist preferably onto tangled hair, then comb out in sections, adding more spray as needed. Start at the bottom and move up the hair as the hair detangles bit by bit until you reach the root. Follow up with shampoo and conditioner when possible.

Vibrant, glowing skin is something we all strive for, so it is important to care for it in a healthy way. Using natural products and Essential Oils is a great way to nourish and revitalize your skin without any harsh chemicals. Toning your face after washing helps clear away any traces of impurities while balancing the pH level and providing hydration. Try mixing up this quick recipe and adding it to your skin care routine to maintain your beautiful glow.

What you Need:

Rose Hydrosol is a beautiful and gentle way to refresh, hydrate and soothe the skin.

Witch Hazel is a natural astringent that cleans deep, calms inflammation, and minimizes pore size. Geranium Essential Oil is incredible for balancing skin’s sebum, fighting acne, and tightening loose skin. Hawaiian Sandalwood is a very moisturizing oil that promotes a youthful glow.

How to Make:

Carefully place your drops of Essential Oil into the bottle and add in the Vitamin E. Gently pour in the Rose Hydrosol and Witch Hazel using a funnel or a pour spout, then put the top on the bottle. Roll the bottle around in your hands to mix up the ingredients.

How to Use:

After cleansing your face and neck, spritz the toner on to dry skin as needed twice daily to help develop beautiful glowing skin. Once dried, feel free to apply a moisturizer as desired.

Under eye circles and puffy eye bags are no fun! This DIY eye balm contains ingredients that help to tighten skin and reduce fine lines.

Ingredients:

About the Ingredients:

Rosehip Oil is a powerful antioxidant full of healthy fatty acids that helps hydrate skin and encourage cell turnover.

Grapeseed Oil improves skin elasticity and softness.
Coffee contains caffeine that can reduce swelling and puffiness.

Roman Chamomile is a great anti-inflammatory and Frankincense aids in rejuvenating skin.

How to Make:

First, create the coffee-infused oil by placing the coffee grounds with the rosehip oil and grapeseed oil in a clear glass jar with a lid. Swirl to make sure the coffee grounds are completely saturated and place in a sunny spot for a week, taking time to swirl it each day.

After 1 week, strain the oil from the grounds using a fine mesh strainer or a coffee filter. 

In a double boiler, place the coffee-infused oil and beeswax in until melted, then remove from heat and gently stir in the Essential Oils. Pour the mixture into the container and let it harden.

How to Use:

Once cooled and hardened, rub your fingertip across the balm and apply it under the eyes. Use as needed morning and evening on clean skin.

Who doesn’t want strong and healthy nails? Weak or brittle nails are not only unsightly, but also painful and frustrating. Achieving optimum growth while maintaining beauty is possible with the help of certain Essential Oils and carrier oils. This DIY recipe is an ideal aid for having healthy natural nails.

Ingredients:

1 oz Glass Dropper Bottle

1 tsp Rosehip Oil

1 tsp Castor Oil

4 tsp Jojoba Oil

8 drops Myrrh Essential Oil

6 drops Rosemary Essential Oil

4 drops Geranium Essential Oil

How to make:

In a small glass bowl, mix together your carrier oils. Add in your Essential Oils and stir well. Use a funnel to pour the liquid into the bottle and close the top.

How to use:

Use the dropper to put one drop onto each clean/unpainted nail. Massage the oil into the nail and cuticle. Use daily for optimum results or use 2-3 times a week for nail maintenance.

Do you have dry cuticles or cracking skin around your nails? Ugh, we know the feeling. Whether it’s caused by working with your hands, constant washing, or unpleasant weather conditions, we’ve got a great recipe for you. This DIY balm for your cuticles is sure to have your hands feeling like new again.

Ingredients:

1oz Container with Lid

1 T. Argan Oil

1 T. Sweet Almond Oil

1 tsp Beeswax

1 T. Shea Butter (or Butter of your choice)

6 drops Lavender Essential Oil

4 drops Lemon Essential Oil

4 drops Frankincense Essential Oil

About the Ingredients:

Argan Oil is rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E making it nourishing for dry skin.

Sweet Almond Oil softens, moisturizes and reconditions skin.

Shea Butter helps to lock in moisture and protect from skin damage

Lavender, Lemon, and Frankincense Essential Oils are antibacterial and skin soothing.

How to make:

In a double boiler, melt all of the ingredients except the Essential Oils. Remove from heat and stir in the Essential Oils. Pour slowly into the container and let it harden. You may place it in the refrigerator to help it cool faster.

How to use:

Massage onto cuticles after washing hands allowing it to penetrate deeply. Re-apply as needed.

If you are looking for one of the easiest and most effective ways to use Essential Oils, look no further than Personal Inhalers. These super handy aromatherapy tools are ideal for on the go. We also love that this provides a “personal” scent for your nose only, making it safe for use around pets, children, or in a public setting. If you are wondering how to use a personal inhaler for Essential Oils, we’ve got some great information for you.

What is a Personal Inhaler?

A personal or portable aromatherapy inhaler is basically a small cylindrical aluminum tube with a cotton wick inside. You simply add the Essential Oils of your choice to the wick (about 5-15 drops) and put it back inside the glass vial. When you are ready to receive the wonderful therapy from the scent stick, you just remove the cap and inhale a few deep breaths.The awesome benefit of REVIVE inhalers is that they are reusable. All you have to do is swap out the cotton wick.

There are so many different applications for your personal inhalers. Pretty much any reason you would use your room diffuser, you could use the portable inhaler for. But, you get the added option of bringing it with you anywhere. Any REVIVE blends or Essential Oils can be used or you can create your own blends. Here are some simple recipes to get you started!

How to Use Personal Inhalers

Pull cap off top of inhaler and pull-out glass vial from bottom case.  Unscrew silver cap from glass vial.  Apply 5-15 drops of your favorite Revive Essential Oil to the tip of the cotton wick.  Screw the silver cap back onto the glass vial and place back into the aluminum base.  When not in use, make sure to have the aluminum cap securely fastened to base.  Remove cap from base, place inhaler near the nose area and inhale as needed.  To enjoy as a small area diffuser, leave the cap off and enjoy.

DIY Inhaler Recipes

Happy Kids
3 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil
2 drops Geranium Essential Oil
1 drop Vanilla Absolute

Nix the Nausea
3 drops Ginger Essential Oil
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
3 drops Lemon Essential Oil

Stress Less
3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
3 drops Bergamot Essential Oil
2 drops Cedarwood Essential Oil
2 drops Lime Essential Oil

Breathe Better
A few rocks of Himalayan Sea Salt*
4 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
2 drops Ravintsara Essential Oil
2 drops Rosemary Essential Oil 

*For this recipe, you have the option to replace the cotton wick with Himalayan Sea Salt. This helps to reduce moisture and bacteria.

Who doesn’t want long, thick, beautiful natural eyelashes or full, healthy eyebrows? The current trend of false eyelashes and painted on brows may be a big deal but it does not need to be part of your routine! That’s because there is a really easy way to help promote better hair growth with the use of one simple ingredient… Castor Oil!

Castor Oil has been used in the beauty industry for many years due to its abilities to improve hydration, reduce inflammation and redness, and minimize microbes. This carrier oil is full of healthy fatty acids and vitamins, but its chemical compound, ricinoleic acid is what makes it beneficial for hair growth. Studies have shown that this acid can help to inhibit a protein that causes hair loss. Castor Oil is almost completely made up of this wonderful component.

How to Use Castor Oil for Lashes/Brows

In order to use Castor Oil for hair growth, you could apply it on its own or in a DIY serum. The best time to use it is at night so that it has time to soak in while you sleep. 

1. Wash all makeup off your eyes and face.
2. Using a cotton swab, apply a very small amount of the Castor Oil or serum to the top of your lashes or onto your brows making sure not to get any in your eyes.
3. Sleep.
4. Wash your eyes and face again, then apply makeup as usual.

DIY Eyelash/Brow Serum

1 tsp Castor Oil
½ tsp Carrier Oil of choice (Almond, Jojoba, or Fractionated Coconut Oil)
½ tsp Argan Oil
¼ tsp Vitamin E Oil

Optional: 2 drops Rosemary Essential Oil, Lavender Essential Oil, or Atlas Cedar Essential Oil

Mix all of the ingredients together in a glass bowl. If desired, pour into a new empty mascara container with a fresh wand. Otherwise, keep the serum in a glass container with an airtight lid.

*When using Essential Oils near your eyes, you need to be extremely careful not to get it into your eyes. If you do, use a full fat milk or carrier oil to flush it out.

Creating DIY projects with your Essential Oils can be super fun and rewarding. If you have ever considered making your own soap, but thought it was too hard, you should know there is an easier way. Melt and Pour Soap is a really simple base to work with. Simply melt, spruce it up with scents and herbs, then pour into molds. Here are some ideas for this do it yourself soap. 

Melt and Pour Soap is sold in different forms, so that you can easily find what ingredients you desire. Options include honey, shea, aloe, goat milk and more. This easy to use component has already been saponified which means that you do not have to work with Lye. This gives you the freedom and safety to just have fun and personalize it the way you would like.

How to Make Essential Oil Soap

No matter which type of Melt and Pour Soap you use, the first step is going to be to gather all of your supplies. You will need:

* One of the great things about this soap is the creative freedom you have to add in embellishments of your liking. Each of these can be added at 1 tsp per pound of soap.

Colors: natural dyes, micahs, and color blocks are skin safe additions

Botanicals: herbs, seeds, flowers, petals

Exfoliants: loofah, oats, coffee, salts

Essential Oils: 

When you want to use Essential Oils that add to the cleansing factor of the soap, there are many options. Some REVIVE blends that would work well for this are Purify, Deodorizer, Fresh, Germ Away,  Immunity Boost, and Tumble & Tidy.

As far as single oils you can use for germ killing purposes to create your own blend, we love citrus oils like Lemon, Orange, and Lime as well as antifungal oils like Tea Tree, Thyme, and Clove.

Fun Idea: Make a dog shampoo using REVIVE Pet’s Odor!

For the most part, when you are adding Essential Oils to soap for just scent purposes, it is helpful to choose some of the stronger smells since you do need to use a lot of oil to get a good scent throw.  Blends that REVIVE offers in this category include Citrus Break, Joy, Fantastic, Mint Rain, Mommy Fuel, and Smile.

For single oils that have a stronger scent, you can try Peppermint, Coffee, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, or Lemon.

Have fun creating your own scents with simple blends like Orange Cinnamon or Lavender Lemon.

1. Cut the soap into small chunks and place in the double boiler, stir until completely melted.
2. Weigh out .3 oz of Essential Oils on your scale.
3. Remove soap from heat and mix in your Essential Oils as well as any other additions you are using like colors or botanicals.
4. Using your glass measuring cup, carefully pour the soap mixture into your mold and let it harden at least 6 hours, overnight is best.
5. After it is ready, gently pop out the soap and store it in an airtight plastic bag/wrap. Makes a great gift!