Whether you use Lavender for its topical and aromatic applications or Lavender Vitality^™ for its culinary and dietary uses, Lavender essential oil is popular for its fragrance, flavor, and versatility!

What’s your favorite way to use Lavender? Let us know in the comments!

These fudgy peppermint brownies may look and taste like the brownies you love, but they’re free of the things that your waistline doesn’t. We’ve taken out the flour, butter, and refined sugar and replaced them with wholesome ingredients such as coconut oil, honey, Peppermint Vitality™, and black beans. Yes—we said black beans! They may seem like a strange addition to a sweet recipe, but black beans provide a soft, gooey, fudgy texture and have almost no taste—allowing the bold flavors of the cocoa powder and Peppermint Vitality to shine through. But don’t take our word for it, give this flourless peppermint brownie recipe a try! Your taste buds and waistline will thank you.

What’s your favorite way to get a sweet fix without going overboard?

Did we forget any of your favorite uses? Let us know some of your ideas in the comments!

Whether you’re looking for gifts for Mom, your wife, or if you’re the special lady who deserves a little pampering, May’s PV promotion is loaded with Young Living essentials that will make her feel special all year long. Including our ART^® Skin Care System, Dewdrop Diffuser, and three therapeutic-grade essential oils, this will be one Mother’s Day that she won’t forget!

Take a moment to learn more about how your order can qualify for these rewards or shop now for these Young Living exclusives.

Take advantage of this month’s rewards by using your essential oils in fun new ways! Check out our suggestions for a little inspiration in using your free oils:

Manuka

Manuka essential oil supports the appearance of healthy-looking skin, making it the perfect addition to your favorite skin care products. Diffuse Manuka to enjoy its complex scent that’s reminiscent of honey and Tea Tree or add it to your shampoo, body wash, or lotion to reduce the appearance of blemishes.

• Diffuse alone or combine with a citrus oil such as Tangerine, Orange, or Grapefruit for a refreshing aromatic experience.
• Apply a few drops of Manuka before shampooing your hair to invigorate your scalp.
• Add to your favorite skin care products to help your skin stay bright and healthy-looking.

Melrose

Melrose^™ is an exclusive blend that brings together four of our rich, aromatic essential oils for a uniquely fragrant experience. Combining the skin-supporting properties of Tea Tree and Melaleuca Quinquenervia with the spicy scent of Clove and the herbaceous notes of Rosemary, Melrose is a delight to diffuse and a treat when applied topically.

• Apply to your wrists, temples, neck, or any desired area to enjoy Melrose’s inviting scent all day long.
• Add to your shampoos and lotions to support the appearance of your hair and skin.
• Diffuse throughout the day to fill your home with the complex fragrance of Melrose.

Which oils get used the most to keep your skin looking fabulous? Let us know in the comments!

Total health and wellness includes taking care of your mind and body. Because May is Mental Health Month, we want to take advantage of the chance to focus on improving and strengthening mental health.

To help you get the most out of the month, we’ve provided a printable calendar full of helpful suggestions and challenges to guide you as you focus on your mental health. The calendar covers nearly every aspect of your life, including how you interact with yourself and the world around you.

Starting your journey is easy! Simply click below to download your calendar and follow along as we complete each day’s objective.

Click Here for our Free Printable May 2016 Calendar

Your progress doesn’t need to stop once May is through! We’re extending the extra challenge to spend June focusing on the goals that will help you most. Take what you learn in May and create new, personalized goals for the next month. You can fill out our free printable calendar below to easily plan and keep track of your mental health milestones.

Click Here for our Free Printable June 2016 Calendar

Giveaway:

To help you in your self-improvement journey, we’re also giving away 5-ml bottles of Motivation™, Highest Potential™, and Awaken™ to one randomly selected person (valued at $140.79). Just comment on this post for your opportunity to win!

Giveaway rules:

• To enter, simply comment on this post.
• Contest ends at 11:59 p.m., MT, on Tuesday, May 31.
• One winner will be chosen at random and announced on the blog on Wednesday, June 1.
• Click here for official rules.