Spotlight on Idaho Blue Spruce

Spotlight on Idaho Blue Spruce

Idaho Blue Spruce is like a walk through an evergreen forest on a crisp, cool day. Gentle and welcoming, calming and grounding. This oil can be used during meditation or prayer to enhance your practice and inspire spiritual connection and pairs well in the diffuser with spice and citrus oils as well as other grounding blends.

JUST A DROP OF IDAHO BLUE SPRUCE...

Has a grounding, slightly sweet evergreen aroma

Can be used to enhance yoga, spiritual practices, or meditation

Makes a great addition to lotions, oils, and DIY body care products

Helps release emotional blocks to bring about grounding and balance

May help respiratory function and clearing of the airways

Promotes relaxation

Idaho Blue Spruce is a great place to start when it comes to ‘tree' oils. It is woodsy, yet sweet and pairs well with so many other oils to create lovely diffuser blends, roller recipes and DIYs.

Besides smelling wonderful, Idaho Blue Spruce is a powerful emotional tool for releasing blocks and promoting feelings of balance. It has respiratory support properties as well, especially when paired with other lung-loving oils like Lemon and R.C. or Raven. Idaho Blue Spruce can be used with Frankincense for soothing the skin or with oils like Copaiba or M-Grain to support the body's response to inflammation and injury. It is well known for promoting relaxation, grounding the mind, and supporting tired muscles. Talk about a versatile oil!

BACKGROUND

Considered a sacred tree by Native American tribes in the Northwest, it was used traditionally for smudging and purification rites. Spruce leaves, bark, and gum have been used historically by Native Americans for many things - spiritual ceremonies, physical health, poultices, digestive needs, immune support, and more.

The oil is steam distilled from the wood, bark, and needles of the Picea pungens tree, an evergreen species native to the central Rocky Mountains. It is produced at the Young Living Highland Flats Tree Farm and Distillery in Naples, Idaho.

KEY CONSTITUENTS

Constituents are naturally occurring compounds in plants (and therefore essential oils) that give them sprecic health-supporting properties

Alpha-pinene: a powerful antioxidant, some studies have shown alpha-pinene to support the body through inflammation and to help calm the mind

Limonene: known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress support, this is a powerful constituent with many health benefits

Camphene: some studies may show that this constituent supports cardiovascular health, may help reduce pain and inflammation, support the body's defenses to fungal infections

IDAHO BLUE SPRUCE + TESTOSTERONE

Idaho Blue Spruce is an excellent oil for men as it helps balance and support hormone levels, specifically testosterone. Idaho Blue Spruce is especially effective for reaching the pineal gland of the brain. This small but extremely important control switch plays a big role in hormone secretion, and regulation of mood, sleep patterns, and sexual development. Because of this and because of its unique constituent profile, Blue Spruce is supportive of maintaining healthy testosterone, growth hormone and other hormone levels. This incredible oil doesn't simply ‘replace' testosterone like conventional options. It supports the body's own production of hormones which is a much better way to approach the need. And it's not just for men - women can use Idaho Blue Spruce as well!

Blue Spruce Essential Oil has many health benefits, including boosting Testosterone production. Dr. Dan Purser conducted a trial which had the males subjects ingest 8 drops of Blue Spruce Essential Oil within a capsule once daily. The subjects showed an increase of 30% in Testosterone levels after only two weeks, & some subjects showed up to 100% increased levels after 4 weeks. The subjects reported increased physical & mental performance in line with their new higher testosterone levels a year later.

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IDAHO BLUE SPRUCE + EMOTIONS adapted from Carissa Sherman

Idaho Blue Spruce can be incredibly useful for releasing trauma, by applying to the tops of the feet, between where the big toe and second toe meet. As we mentioned earlier, Idaho Blue Spruce is especially effective at accessing the pineal gland, the seat of memory, mood and emotions. We can intentionally use Idaho Blue Spruce to release stored trauma and emotions that are holding us back and creating physical health problems. A great place to start is the book ‘Releasing Emotional Patterns with Essential OIls' by Carolyn Mein

DAILY HABITS WITH IDAHO BLUE SPRUCE:

Diffuse Idaho Blue Spruce to fill your space with its tranquil, woodsy aroma.

Apply to your wrists, neck, or ear lobes during yoga, meditation, or prayer.

Combine with Geranium and Grapefruit in a roller bottle and dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex to create a fresh, floral perfume.

Combine with epsom salts and add to warm bath water for a relaxing bath, or to ease muscles after exercise.

Add a few drops to a lightweight carrier oil, such as jojoba or grapeseed, to create a natural beard oil.

To a 2oz glass dropper bottle add:

15 drops Idaho Blue Spruce

10 drops Bergamot

Optional: 10 drops Shutran

Fill with Jojoba or Grapeseed oil

Apply to beard and skin and gently massage to keep the hair and skin happy and healthy.

Make a cologne roller:

To a 10mL roller bottle add:

10 drops Idaho Blue Spruce

10 drops Bergamot

10 drops Cedarwood or Northern Lights Black Spruce

3 drops Ylang Ylang

Fill with carrier of choice

Make a DIY Massage Oil:

To a 2oz pump bottle add:

10 drops each Idaho Blue Spruce, Ylang ylang or Geranium or Joy

5 drops each Orange, Sensation

Fill with jojoba oil

Use as massage oil as desired! This is a great combination of oils for fostering emotional connection and intimacy with a spouse.

Make a quick ‘Winter Wonderland' room spray:

To a 2oz glass spray bottle add:

15 drops Idaho Blue Spruce

10 drops Cedarwood

Optional: 10 drops Orange

Fill with distilled water

Spray around everywhere! You can also spritz fresh greenery (wreaths, garlands, etc) to freshen them.

Make a DIY Pomade:

In a double boiler melt: 3 Tbsp shea butter (use refined for less scent) + 2 Tbsp beeswax pellets

In a separate bowl combine 2 Tbsp jojoba oil & 1 Tbsp cornstarch

Mix well then add in the melted shea butter/beeswax mixture and mix with a hand mixer.

Add 3-5 drops each Idaho Blue Spruce, Rosemary, Cedarwood (option to add 2 drops Thyme)

Mix well. Pomade will thicken as you mix. Transfer to a jar with an airtight lid.

Store in a cool, dry place and use as desired.

Deeply inhale Idaho Blue Spruce to end the day to calm your thoughts and catch your breath.

Apply topically to desired area, to the bottoms of the feet, or use as needed to support a healthy endocrine system, especially to maintain balanced testosterone.

Apply between large and second toes which is a reflex point for releasing trauma stored in the body. Inhale the oil deeply when performing this exercise.

DIFFUSE:

Diffusing is a wonderful health habit! We have our diffuser going almost 24/7 and love to choose blends that are supportive of individual needs or systems. Try some of these great combinations and enjoy the woodsy, sweet, grounding scent of Idaho Blue Spruce.

Frosted Forest: 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Peppermint + 2 drops Cedarwood

Man Cave: 5 drops Cedarwood + 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Cypress + 2 drops Black Pepper

Lullabye: 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Orange

Anthropologie Volcano Candle: 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 3 drops Grapefruit + 2 drops Davana + 1 drop Lime

Date Night: 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 4 drops Ylang ylang + 2 drops Orange or Tangerine

Holidays: 3 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 2 drops Cinnamon Bark + 2 drops Orange + 2 drops Vanilla

Autumn Wreath: 4 drops Idaho Blue Spruce + 4 drops Thieves

COMPANION PRODUCTS

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Mister Essential Oil Blend

PowerGize Capsules

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ESSENTIAL OILS

When you have a cough or cold or feel one coming on, you just want to be comfortable – especially if you still have to work, travel, or take care of your children or loved ones! (click on the individual oil pictures to learn more about the oil)

Thieves Essential Oil Blend:

This blend is our go-to for all things immune system related! It's the blend infused into the chest rub and cough drops we just talked about – and for good reason! We love to apply and diffuse this blend, add Thieves Vitality to a mug of echinacea tea, or add it to epsom salts for an immune supporting detox bath!

Frankincense Essential Oil:

Frankincense is an immune and respiratory powerhouse! This historical oil has been used for centuries for health. Apply it with Thieves, Lemon, R.C. or Purification to the chest and back, add a few drops to the Thieves Chest Rub when you apply, add Frankincense to epsom salts for a detox bath, and diffuse this oil when you're feeling down. Get it in, on and around you as much as possible!

Lemon Essential Oil:

Lemon is a wonderful oil for soothing cough and creating comfort in times of congestion. Diffuse it, apply it with Frankincense and Thieves Chest Rub, add a few drops of Lemon Vitality to echinacea tea, and add Lemon to detox baths. Lemon is high in limonene, a constituent highly regarded for its immune system support.

R.C. Essential Oil Blend:

Standing for Respiratory Comfort, R.C. essential oil blend is a gentle eucalyptus blend that we love for soothing and comforting the respiratory system. Diffuse, apply, and add this oil to detox baths as much as possible. This is a great choice for little ones too!

Purification Essential Oil Blends:

This purifying blend is another favorite for immune and respiratory needs. Containing Tea Tree, Lemongrass, Myrtle and other purifying oils, it makes a great addition to your comfort routine during times of cough or cold. Diffuse, apply, and add to bath salts.

Raindrop Technique Collection: This curated set of essential oils is a powerful tool for promoting health, wellness and vitality – both proactively and for acute needs since the oils included can be incredible tools for healing! This collection features nine essential oils with immune and respiratory support properties. We love them for making rollers and adding to detox baths!

Thieves chest rub & cough

THIEVES CHEST RUB

A must-have for every medicine cabinet, Thieves Chest Rub is a 100% plant-based alternative for over-the-counter cough and congestion relief. This natural chest rub soothes sniffles, coughs, and congestion for the whole family with a powerful blend of essential oils and natural, plant-based ingredients.Plus the easy-to-use bottle doesn't even require you to get your hands messy!! The formula is free of petroleum, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, synthetic perfumes or dyes, artificial colors, or preservatives and still packs an incredible punch when it comes to cough and cold! Pure ingredients and all the power of Thieves kicking that chest congestion to the curb? We will take some of that!

Sadly, conventional chest rubs are filled with synthetic additives and diluents, and even the ‘natural' options are less than ideal. Many options use petroleum as a base. Petroleum (petrolatum) is often not fully refined in the US, which means it can be contaminated with toxic chemicals called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.Many ‘natural' chest rubs also contain impure essential oils or other lower-grade components that don't meet the same standards as the ingredients found in Young Living products. The active ingredient in the most popular over the counter chest rub is actually a synthetic version of Ravintsara essential oil! And we are always going to choose the original over a synthetic copy, especially when it comes to our health and our family's health!

THIEVES COUGH DROPS

Get natural, quick, and safe cough, congestion, and sore throat relief Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops! These are a staple in our cough and cold toolbox. They are easy to keep at home or take on the go, made with naturally derived ingredients, taste great, and work wonders!

Thieves Essential Oil-Infused Cough Drops are minty, spicy, and sweet without processed sugar, dyes, artificial flavors, or preservatives found in conventional cough drops. Infused with Cinnamon Bark, Peppermint, and Lemon essential oils, these menthol-based drops make soothing coughs and colds simple and tasty.

THIEVES HARD LOZENGES

Infused with Young Living's signature Thieves essential oil blend of Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Lemon essential oils, these lozenges are one of the things we reach for to keep our immune systems firing on a daily basis! The Thieves Hard Lozenges are a sugar-free dietary supplement to add to your daily wellness regimen with more of a cinnamon taste than a menthol one.We use these daily when we need a lozenge, when we travel to bolster our immune systems, and sometimes in place of the Thieves Cough Drops when we are out or if someone doesn't want the strong menthol taste of the drops (but it's that menthol that helps open the airways and soothe the throat!).

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