Citrus oils are some of our most used oils! These bright, uplifting scents are wonderful additions to diffuser blends, selfcare DIYs, roller blends, and home cleaning recipes, plus these oils have some wonderful health properties. These oils are sure to bring a smile to your face.
JUST A DROP OF CITRUS OILS…
- Have an uplifting, bright aroma
- A wonderful addition to diffuser blends and DIYs
- Can help removes sticky adhesives and residues from non-porous surfaces
- Help provide immune support when taken internally
- Contain naturally occurring antioxidants
- High in the constituent limonene (amounts vary by specific oil)
- Great for adding to cleaning solutions and home care DIYs
Citrus essential oils are rich in limonene, making them supportive of the immune and circulatory systems as well as good for our bodies overall. Citrus oils are also known for stimulating creativity, making them a great choice to diffuse while working, during homework or during arts and crafts. The Vitality line of citrus oils are great for supporting the immune and digestive systems as dietary supplements (the actual oil in the bottle is the same as the non-Vitality one though!).
CITRUS OIL OPTIONS (plus oils that smell like citrus)
- Orange
- Tangerine
- Lemon
- Lime
- Bergamot
- Grapefruit
- Jade Lemon
- Lemon Myrtle
- Lemon Verbena
- Lemongrass
You can also find citrus oils in many blends and oil-infused products: Citrus Fresh, Lushious Lemon, Peace & Calming, Christmas Spirit, Inner Child, Valor, Clarity and many other oil blends, Thieves Foaming Hand Soap, Thieves Lozenges, Super C and Super C Chewable tablets and more!
BACKGROUND & SOURCING
Citrus oils are mostly cold pressed from the rind of the fruit, though some are vacuum distilled. In a beautiful, natural symmetry, the rind of citrus fruits are alkaline while the juice is acidic, giving citrus oils some really wonderful health properties that we can utilize!
KEY CONSTITUENTS
*Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them specific health-supporting properties
- Limonene: known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits
- Myrcene: boasts emotional soothing properties as well as immune bolstering properties.
CITRUS OILS & EMOTIONS
Citrus oils can be an instant mood booster! These oils are great for promoting an aroma of joy and creativity and lessening worries. Diffuse, apply, or add them to your favorite emotional support oils in a roller.
Citrus oils contain Limonene, a potent free radical scavenger. When there is less physical oxidative stress in the body, then there are less negative emotions. Citrus oils also contain compounds that boost your mood by increasing calming neurotransmitters in the brain, making them wonderful tools for emotional support.
DAILY HABITS WITH CITRUS OILS
Start your day with a burst of liquid sunshine by diffusing Orange, Lemon or Bergamot in the morning. These oils are delightful on their own, or you can combine them with complementary oils such as Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Neroli, and Peppermint.
Diffuse citrus oils alone or in one of these combinations:
- Zen Vibes: 5 drops Bergamot, 3 drops Lavender, 4 drops Peace & Calming (or P&C II),
- Citrus Twist: 3 drops each Lemon, Jade Lemon, Grapefruit, Lime
- Fresh Laundry: 4 drops each Purification, Tangerine, Lavender
- Be Well: 5 drops Thieves, 4 drops Orange, 3 drops R.C.
- Herb Garden: 4 drops Lemon Myrtle or Lemon Verbena, 4 drops Rosemary, 3 drops Bergamot
Try this Rosemary Orange Hair Mask:
¼ cup avocado oil
10 drops Rosemary
5 drops Orange
Optional: 5 drops Cedarwood (great for growth)
Mix well and apply on hair starting at the ends. Let sit for up to 10 minutes then shampoo and condition as normal.
Refresh dried lips with this Grapefruit Sugar Scrub
2 Tbsp Organic Sugar
1 Tbsp Organic Olive Oil
2 Tbsp of Organic Honey
1 tsp Lemon Juice
3 drops Grapefruit
2 drops Lemon or Tangerine
Mix ingredients well then rub onto lips. Rinse well and follow with Lavender Lip Balm as desired.
Try this Unicorn Roller as a daily perfume with emotional support:
10mL roller bottle
15 drops each Tangerine, Joy, Stress Away, Grapefruit, Bergamot, White Angelica
Carrier of choice
Use Citrus Oils for Household DIYs
- Use to remove stickers on glass (without the nasty chemicals!).
- Add Lemongrass to wool dryer balls for a fresh scent (and ditch the dryer sheets!)
- Add citrus oils to your homemade cleaning products for extra power (just don't apply directly to granite or marble).
- Add up to 40 drops of oil to diluted Thieves Household Cleaner for a daily spray.
- Add 10 drops each Pine, Lemon, Jade Lemon to Thieves Household Cleaner and dilute for a mop solution.
- Mix 10 drops Lemon oil + ¼ cup Baking Soda + 1 tsp Thieves Household Cleaner for a kitchen and bath scrub (add more baking soda to consistency as desired)
We love our citrus oils! If you don't already have an oily person to help you get started, I am happy to help you!
Cultivate a happy, healthy home with this curated kit of green home favorites! These products are some of our most used and are such a huge jump start on a low-tox home. This is your easy button when it comes to all natural, plant-based cleaning.
HAPPY, HEALTHY HOME KIT AT A GLANCE
* A curated kit of natural home favorites
* This kit makes it so simple to leave harsh chemicals behind
* Products are versatile and easy to use
* Contains everything you need to clean your entire space
* Products are infused with Thieves essential oil blend - a cleaning must have!
* Includes 15mL bottles of Lemon and Thieves essential oils
* Includes Thieves Household Cleaner, Thieves Dish Soap, Thieves Laundry Soap, & Thieves Kitchen and Bath Scrub
The Make a Shift Happy, Healthy Home Kit features some of our most loved and most used Thieves products! The Thieves essential oil blend is infused into the cleaner, scrub, dish soap, and laundry soap because it is our go-to when it come to kicking the ick to the curb.
This kit includes:
Thieves essential oil blend, 15 mL
This powerful blend of immune boosting oils works with the body's natural defense systems, making it one we reach for every day. Use this spicy smelling oil in all your cleaning DIYs and to support overall immune health and daily wellness!
* Dilute Thieves 1:4 (1 part Thieves, 4 part carrier oil) and apply to the spine, over the lymph nodes, and/or to the bottoms of the feet.
* Add Thieves to your cleaning DIYs - all purpose cleaner, linen and upholstery sprays, scrubs, and more. (There's a reason Young Living has an entire line of household products infused with this blend!)
* * Add a drop to honey, then pour warm water over for a Thieves Tea (you can also add your favorite herbal tea). I also like to add Lemon essential oil to my tea. Add a drop or two to coffee grounds before brewing, or mix into your favorite latte recipe.
* Diffuse! Studies have shown that the Thieves blend can blast 96% of airborne germs. Pair with Peppermint for a pick-me-up or with Lavender for a bedtime blend that supports the immune system.
Lemon essential oil , 15 mL
Lemon is a bright, sunny and versatile oil that can be used for a variety of things, including a balanced health and wellness regimen. Lemon is very cleansing, so we can use it for our homes or for our bodies. Lemon oil is a wonderful way to support the liver!! And the oil is made from the rind of the fruit, making it alkaline instead of acidic so we get tons of great immune and wellness benefits!
* A drop or two of Lemon can help you get sticky, hard to remove items or residue off of windows and other surfaces with ease.
* Use Lemon for cleaning! Talk about the entire house smelling wonderful. Add to Thieves Household Cleaner, cleaning DIYs, wool dryer balls, your laundry soap, your mop bucket, anything!
* Add Lemon to your Thieves roller for an everyday wellness blend. Other great additions: Frankincense, Oregano, Pine. This oil is also great for supporting clear airways, so use it in a roller or chest rub!
* Lemon helps support oily skin or blemishes. Use on the t-zone with Lavender & Frankincense or use on a q-tip to spot treat blemishes.
Thieves Household Cleaner 14.4 oz.
ONE cleaner for your entire home – truly! This bottle of concentrate marks about 20 bottles of all-purpose cleaner and can be used in so many different ways that you can clean your entire space with it. It's economical, safe for my Golden Retrievers, horses & cats (pets in general), kids (so my boys can clean their own bathroom 😁)has no harsh chemicals, and smells amazing. There are SO many ways to use this one bottle (see recipes below!).
* Mix up 1 capful with water in a 16 oz glass spray bottle (included in the kit!) for general cleaning. Option to add a few drops of Lemon or Thieves oil for more scent!
* Use 2 capfuls in a bucket of hot water to clean floors.
* Dilute in a spray bottle and spray onto ped beds.
* Mix with water and vinegar and use in a steam mop, spray mop, or other floor cleaner.
Amber Glass Spray Bottle
The perfect companion to Thieves Household Cleaner! Use this spray bottle to mix up your all-purpose daily cleaner. The stylish bottle means you can leave it on the counter without sacrificing your aesthetic!
Thieves Laundry Soap
Thieves Laundry Soap is one of our laundry room must haves. Safe, effective, eco-friendly and economical cleaning with the power of plants? Sign us up! This plant-powered laundry soap is tough enough for dirt stains, but gentle enough for newborn clothing. Fabrics come out of the washer clean and with a pleasant citrus aroma, thanks to a 100 percent pure blend of Thieves, Jade Lemon, and Bergamot essential oils!
* Standard load: ½ cap for conventional washers, ¼ cap for HE washers.
* For extra oomph, you can add a few drops of Lemon or Thieves essential oil to the soap in the washing dispenser!
Thieves Kitchen & Bath Scrub
Thieves Kitchen and Bath Scrub is the perfect naturally derived cleaner: tough on messes and safe for your family! The scrubbing power comes from nepheline syenite, a naturally occurring mineral from Canada; baking soda that gently absorbs odors; sodium percarbonate that provides a powerful boost of oxygen-based cleaning power; and Young Living's signature Thieves blend.
* Use to clean kitchens, sinks, bathtubs, showers, commodes, etc.
* Use it to naturally tackle soap scum, built-up grease and grime, and hard-water stains in the kitchen and bathroom.
* Keep it on hand for cleaning ovens, grills and barbecues as well and dutch ovens or pans with baked-on grease. Add a few drops of Lemon for the most pesky food residues!
Thieves Dish Soap, 12 oz
If you want a dish soap that cuts the grease, doesn't leave your dishes with a scented residue, and is gentle on your hands, then Thieves Dish Soap is perfect for you! This cleaning powerhouse is free of the typical sulfates, dyes, and synthetics found in many dish soaps, and the plant-based formula leaves no harsh chemical residues - on your dishes or on your skin. Plus, a little goes a long way, and this bottle can up your cleaning game in the rest of the house too!
* Use to clean your dishes. Fill a sink with hot water, Thieves Dish Soap and a couple drops of Lemon for sparkling, clean dishes.
* Use to pre-treat laundry stains! Simply wet the stain, rub Thieves Dish Soap onto it, scrub with a laundry brush, and wash.
* Add to a shower brush for easy shower cleaning! Fill your brush with half cleaner and half soap. Use to scrub your shower every time you get in!
DAILY HABITS WITH THE MAKE A SHIFT HAPPY, HEALTHY HOME KIT
Here are some of our favorite recipes, DIYs, and ways to use the products in this kit! This is truly all you need to clean your entire home.
Whip up a Thieves Household Cleaner for general cleaning - counters, bathrooms, everywhere!
* To the 16oz glass spray bottle add 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner. Option to add 10-15 drops each Lemon and Thieves essential oils. Fill with filtered water.
Pretreat stains with Thieves Dish Soap! Simply drop onto stains, use a wooden laundry brush to rub in, then wash in Thieves Laundry Soap.
Make a stain stick!
* 30mL roller bottle
* Fill halfway with Thieves Household Cleaner
* Add 1Tbsp hydrogen peroxide and 10 drops Lemon essential oil
* Fill the remainder with Thieves Dish Soap
Shake well and roll onto stains, then brush with a wooden laundry brush
Make a DIY Carpet & Rug Freshener to freshen up your space whenever you vacuum.
* To an airtight glass jar add:
* 1 cup Baking Soda
* ½ cup Fine Sea Salt
* 15 drops Thieves
* 20 drops Lemon
* Mix well. When ready to use, sprinkle over carpets and let sit for 10 minutes before vacuuming.
Make a Linen & Upholstery Spray to use when you change the sheets or anytime a surface needs a little freshening:
* 16oz glass spray bottle
* 1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
* 15-20 drops each Thieves, Lemon
* Filtered water
Shake to mix and spray on linens, upholstery, mattresses, anything really!
Make a DIY Laundry Scent Booster to make your laundry smell divine with zero harsh chemicals:
To a large glass jar with a lid add:
* 1 cup Epsom Salt
* ½ cup Fine Sea Salt
* ½ cup Baking Soda
* 30 drops Lemon (or a mix of desired oils)
To use, add 2-3 Tbsp directly to the laundry.
Make a DIY Wood Polish
* 1 cup olive oil
* 5 drops Thieves
* 5 drops Lemon essential oil
Diffuse!! Diffuse Thieves and Lemon together anytime you need a little freshening!
There are so many uses for this kit and I love that the products are versatile and safe to use around my family.
Are you ready to go green? I'm happy to help you get started!
