{"id":27422,"date":"2019-12-01T07:55:26","date_gmt":"2019-12-01T14:55:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/?p=27422"},"modified":"2022-07-08T09:58:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T15:58:41","slug":"celebrate-12-days-of-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/celebrate-12-days-of-christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate 12 days of Christmas"},"content":{"rendered":"

Get ready for chestnut roasting and yuletide caroling\u2014the Christmas countdown is on!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Did you know that the 12 days of Christmas traditionally start on Christmas Day and go through January 5? Whether you celebrate for 12 days or 12 months, this partridge-free list is for you! Pour some cider, pull up a chair, and sing along with us as we dive into a dozen \u201cyou deserve it\u201d goodies.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: an oil from a pine tree<\/span><\/h2>\n

Brisk and woodsy, Pine essential oil<\/a> is a staple any time of year. Add it to your diffuser for that freshly cut Christmas tree scent or add it to Epsom salts for a refreshing bath that helps you dash away from holiday stress.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: two oils to love<\/span><\/h2>\n

Last Christmas he gave you his heart. This year he chose something better\u2014bottles of Jasmine<\/a> and Ylang Ylang<\/a>. We\u2019re totally crushing on Jasmine<\/a>, and Ylang Ylang\u2019s heart note has us swooning<\/a>. Diffuse these exotic, floral aromas as you cuddle up with your significant other and enjoy a cozy night in.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the third day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: three wise gifts<\/span><\/h2>\n

What could be wiser during the holidays than stocking up on essential oils with warm, calming aromas? When you feel overwhelmed, reach for the solution three out of three wise men recommend: the grounding aromas of Egyptian Gold\u2122<\/a>, Frankincense<\/a>, and Myrrh<\/a>. Bonus points if your true love throws in a bottle of 3 Wise Men\u2122 essential oil blend<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: four drops of Raven<\/span><\/h2>\n

What can you do with four drops of Raven\u00ae essential oil blend<\/a>? You can add it to our V-6\u2122 Vegetable Oil Complex<\/a> for a relaxing massage when you need to send holiday stress scattering. You can also use Raven to treat tired feet and turn a bath into a soothing soak.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: five golden oils<\/span><\/h2>\n

These oils are as good as gold\u2014and not just because they have golden-hued labels. Reach for the scent of Cedarwood<\/a>, Citrus Fresh\u2122<\/a>, Helichrysum<\/a>, Lemon<\/a>, or Tangerine<\/a> when your space or your mood need brightening. Their uplifting aromas are brilliant mood boosters!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: six ounces of sunscreen<\/span><\/h2>\n

You wouldn\u2019t think sunscreen could be romantic, but when it\u2019s packed with skin-loving essential oils and naturally protects<\/a> against UVA and UVB rays, it\u2019s true love. Whether your holidays include snorkeling or snowboarding, remember to pack at least two 3-ounce bottles of Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: seven makeup brushes<\/span><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s not the entire collection of Savvy Minerals\u00ae by Young Living<\/a> brushes, but it will do. Pair Savvy Minerals clean makeup with your new makeup brushes, polish it off with a swipe or two of Cinnamint\u2122-Infused Lipstick<\/a>, and you\u2019ll nail that New Year\u2019s Eve look!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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On the eighth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: eight gifts from neighbors<\/span><\/h2>\n

Who knew so many neighbor gifts had piled up on the porch? Plates of cookies, hot chocolate mix, hand soap\u2014you\u2019re so popular. But now it\u2019s time for you to return the favor. Good thing you\u2019ve got essential oils and an extensive list of DIYs, each one simple enough to knock out in one night!<\/p>\n