Raspberry & Orange Ganache Truffles
Ingredients 10 drops Orange 4 oz Pure Raspberry Puree (no seeds)* 2 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste 11 oz 54% Chocolate in callets or small pieces 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter A few dried Apricots Coating: [...]
iTOVi for Kids!
When it comes to kids, I think it's safe to say they don't do anything the same as adults. They act, think, eat, and respond to things differently than we do. Which is great, that's why they're kids! But when it comes to their health, that's one thing we should treat like ours, as a top priority!
Back To School Brain Power
Dready or not...here it comes! Are your kids the type of kids that dread the start of school every year once summer comes to an end? Or are they the type that can’t wait to get back to school and start a brand new year? Whether they’re excited to start or not, it’s happening so I guess we should get them on board and ready to go!
Tranquility
We all deal with stress; it’s a part of life. Anxious feelings can manifest in more ways than worry. Sometimes we’re easily agitated, frustrated, overwhelmed, and moody without realizing the root cause of it all. Fortunately, we have many tools in our arsenal that can help us cope.
Developing Your Own Fragrance
Instead of having to shelve out upwards of $200 for a bottle of perfume or cologne, why not create your own unique scent - perfectly designed by you and for you. And no, you don’t have to be a master perfumer to do so! Essential oils can help create a unique scent that can have all the heads turning at your next party (in a good way).
8 Helpful Oils for Seasonal Allergies
Allergies got the best of you? Does the idea of laying in a field of flowers with all that pollen make you want to cringe? Is your answer to the question, do you want to go hiking, the following response: "Sure, let me just grab my tissues, nasal spray, allergy pills, eye drops, and calamine lotion, and we're good to go!" Although some people don't suffer from seasonal allergies, there is still hope for those tissue-hoarding, allergy stricken friends of ours. And we're here to answer the stress call of help! Scanning yourself with iTOVi is one of our favorite ways of figuring out helpful oils to use after spending a lot of time outdoors. Getting an accurate scan of what oils your body is responding to most may help combat those pesky seasonal allergy symptoms.
Herbal First Aid with Essential Oils
Be prepared in the great outdoors (or on-the-go) with your very own first aid kit. An essential oil first aid kit is natural, doesn't take a ton of time to make, and it's easy to travel with!
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
Whether you’re already a gung-ho health advocate, or just wanting to make some improvements here and there, this is for you! We put together some tips and insights on how to help maintain a healthy, well-balanced life. Because, whether we like it or not, life will continue on regardless of what we’re doing. So, we could jump ship letting life pass us by, or we can hop aboard and live life to the fullest.
THREE CHEERS FOR iTOVi
It is so exciting for me to be able to have another tool to try to help out those who cannot speak for themselves.
Top 10 Oils to Boost Immunity
Summer cold got you down? Should that even be such a thing anyway, a cold, in the summer? But we all know they can strike at any time and any season. So if you’re one of the less fortunate ones who drew the short straw this summer season, lucky for you, your cold won’t last much longer. These 10 amazing essential oils will help naturally support immune health, which means a speedy recovery for you and sayonara for your cold!
Scanning Your Pets with iTOVi
Scanning your pets can be a great way to check-in on them. And while not all supplements or oils are safe for pets, it can still be an excellent way to see what’s going on below the surface, particularly when it comes to unexpressed emotions.
Antioxidants: What Are They?
What exactly are antioxidants? Why do we need them? What purpose do they serve other than aiding to slowly and surely deplete our bank accounts, one granola bar at a time?
7 Essential Oils for Topical Pain Relief
Whether it’s muscular, joint, temporary or chronic pain, we’ve got some tricks up our sleeves to help naturally ease those pesky aches and pains.
11 Oils for Your Crowning Glory
Hair. It’s one of the first things people notice about you. Whether it’s long, short, straight, or curly, we’ve got some great pointers on training those tresses and bringing out the natural beauty and health of your glorious crown.
Essential Oils for the Great Outdoors
With summer fast approaching, we curated a list of essential oils that are ideal for outdoor adventures and alternative deterrents to nature’s most-annoying side-kick.
Essential Skincare II: Breakouts & Cleansing
In this article we'll bring to light some holistic remedies for acne-prone skin. We’ve chosen to highlight less commonly known essential oils that promote healthy skin to round out your oil knowledge-base and offer something different.
Essential Skincare I: Toning & Aging
Your skin is continuously attacked by toxins, polluted air, debris, radiation from the sun and many other harmful things on the daily. That’s why we’re here to tell you about some great essential oils you can use to help tone your skin and help reduce signs of aging.
Massage & Essential Oils: A Helpful Guide
Adding a decadent blend of essential oils to your massage will transform it from good to marvelous. Massages are beneficial on their own, but let’s discuss some unique combinations of oils that will rejuvenate and relax your body, enhancing the positive outcomes of massage. You can thank us later!
Blends for a Spooky Night
Whether they’re hopped on Halloween candy or just naturally rambunctious, check out some of our favorite kid-approved essential oil blends to combat those spooky, high-energy nights!
New Scanner FAQ
Have all your questions answered about the new iTOVi!
Fruit-Infused Water Recipes
Mmmmm...nothing says summer like ice-cold lemonade. 😋 But the usual store-bought lemonade is loaded with sugar, so we have a better idea. Fruit-infused water helps you stay hydrated, and it’s delicious! Check out our favorite essential oil recipes inspired by Wellness Mama for ideas.
Oil Safety in the Sunlight
Summertime calls for long days at the pool, brisk hikes in the mountains, and sunny picnics at the park. So oil up buttercup, and let the summer fun begin! But wait....before you start rolling on all the oils, be sure to share this post with friends and family so they know which oils are safe to use out in the sunlight.
Our 5 Favorite Summertime Blends
A new season means it's time for some new essential oil blends! Whether you choose to diffuse or you relish the rollers, we highly recommend the following summertime combinations.
DIY Eucalyptus Wall Hanging
Our first DIY project is a boho eucalyptus wall hanging. As many of you know from using the oil, eucalyptus has a fresh and energizing smell that can help keep you focused. This cute and functional accessory is a great addition to your home office.
8 Things to Do While Waiting for Your iTOVi
Thanks to some inspiration from Amy Cummings, who shared her thoughts on Facebook, we’ve created a list of 8 things you can do while waiting for your new iTOVi.
iTOVi Tea Party with Essential Oils
Before summertime gets too hot and hectic, we think now’s a great time to calm things down with an iTOVi tea party.
Traveling with Essential Oils
The benefits of using essential oils don’t stop upon arrival to your destination (whether you got there by plane, boat, car, or train!). As you’re exploring the tropical beaches of Hawaii or cozying up by the campfire with relatives, you’ll find yourself reaching for that bag of oils a lot more than you’d expect.
iTOVi and Houseguests
Whether you have a close-knit family that loves to come together to celebrate the tiniest of celebrations (don’t worry, we love and support dog birthday parties too), or you rent out that extra room to Airbnb travelers, you want your house to be in tip-top shape to keep your guests comfortable. Have you ever thought of sharing your love for essential oils with your visitors?
Spring Cleaning Scanning Party
We’ve done the hard part for you by researching natural cleaning essential oil recipes.
Yoga and Essential Oils
We’ve come up with the following guide to help you incorporate essential oils into your next yoga sesh and power through that killer boat pose!
BYOB: Bring Your Own Blend Scanning Party
BYOB stands for Bring Your Own Blend...essential oil blend, of course!
Focus on the Follow-Up
We’ve come up with a list of our top tips to make following up with your essential oil clients as easy as possible.
Essential Oil Guide to Battling the Winter Blues
To keep your spirits up and chuggin’ along, we’ve come up with a list of steps to battle the winter blues with essential oils. With your iTOVi in one hand and your oils in the other, we know you can get through this winter with a smile on your face!
A Day with an iTOVi Scanner
In this blog post, we’ll be taking you through a normal day with an iTOVi scanner to show you just how often you’ll find yourself reaching for your scanner.
Better Rest with Essential Oils
Getting a healthy amount of sleep is crucial to overall wellness for both body and mind - thankfully, that’s where essential oils come in! If you aren’t already stocked up on lavender oil, this post just might convince you.
Build Your Social Media and Business with iTOVi
Posting about your iTOVi on social media is an easy and efficient way to introduce and educate your followers about your scanner. You'll find that it may naturally open the door to a discussion about how you use yours and why you love it. And who knows, that simple online conversation could lead to a possible referral or two!
3 Unique Applications of Your Scan Results
As much as we love diffusing and using roller bottles, it can be so fun to mix things up. Check out these three unique ways to use your classic favorites or introduce some new products from your scan report.
iTOVi and Your Baby
When it comes to applying the products from your child's scan report, there are several guidelines we recommend following.
Galentine’s Day Goodies
Put on your apron, gather your gal pals, and make this a “Galentine’s Day” to remember! Whether you host a full-fledged scanning party or just a movie night with a few friends, these desserts with essential oils will be…well…essential! 😉
iTOVi Kitchen: Pear-Apple Pie
There’s nothing more American than a good ‘ole apple pie, but there’s nothing more delicious than a pear-apple pie made with essential oils.
How to Start a Wellness Journal
There are so many different ways to start a wellness journal, and the great thing about it is that it will be personalized entirely to your needs and talents. Check out some of our suggestions to help you get started.
Explaining iTOVi to Non-Oilers
Do friends or family members ever ask you about your iTOVi scanner, and you aren’t quite sure how to explain it? If they use oils, it’s pretty easy to get them excited about a personalized wellness scanner.
Why You Need a Morning Routine
Establishing a morning routine may help your mornings become less stressed and allow yourself to focus on what your needs are to ensure a productive day!
5 Unsung Essential Oil Heroes
In this post, we’ll feature 5 of the most uncommon oils and their uses.
You Have a Cold…Now What?
Cold weather brings on sniffles and sneezes--that’s just life. But, thanks to essential oils, there are natural ways to ease that discomfort of a cold. We’ve compiled a few of our favorite ideas so that if you do end up getting sick this holiday season, you know exactly what to do!
iTOVi Kitchen: Peppermint Sugar Cookies
National Cookie Day means one thing. Bake all the cookies!
iTOVi Kitchen: Sparkling Cranberry Sangria
Kid-friendly food is great and all, but it just wouldn't be the holidays without some seasonal flavors for adults. An assortment of plums in a colorful sangria make for the perfect party.
iTOVi Kitchen: Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes and gravy definitely take the top of the list as a Thanksgiving favorite, but it's easy to feel icky and weighed down after eating too much. Luckily, we've found a way to get that classic mash texture with a few less carbs!
iTOVi Kitchen: French Toast with Apple Cranberry Sauce
If you have family members who haven’t fallen in love with essential oils yet, just wait until they try these classics with an oily twist!
5 Practices to Avoid Burnout in Your Business
While having a strong work ethic and drive is exceptionally admirable and necessary to be successfully self-employed, if it becomes detrimental to your wellness, you are likely to face a burnout. So how do you avoid burnout in your own business? Here’s where to start.
Your New Favorite Essential Oils Sales Tool
With an iTOVi in hand, you have both a completely unique essential oils sales tool. Check out the two main reasons why iTOVi users love using their iTOVi to make converting essential oils leads as easy and comfortable as possible.
Positive and Productive Workspace
We’ve compiled a few of our favorite office tips and tricks to help you enjoy work a little more. Say goodbye crumpled sticky notes and hello personalized planning central!
5 Most Common Essential Oils
If you are new to the world of essential oils, or if you’re just looking for some new ways to use your old favorites, here is a list of five of the most common oils and their uses. With a wide range of qualities from peaceful to energizing, these five oils may help improve your mood and overall health.
Caring for Your Scanner
If you have an iTOVi scanner or are thinking of purchasing one, it’s important to know how to properly care for your device.
Coffee and Essential Oils: A How-To
No matter your morning, we can all agree on one essential step in our morning routines: coffee.
Rub-a-Dub-Dub, Essential Oils in the Tub
So after a long hard day, what better way to unwind than with a sumptuous soak in the tub? How about a personalized sumptuous soak with some of your favorite essentials oils recommended for you from your iTOVi scan report?
Crazy Little Thing Called Compliancy
Like doTERRA, Young Living, Zija, and various other essential oil and supplement companies, iTOVi has compliancy rules and guidelines that we need to abide by.
Ain’t No Party Like a Scanning Party
Here are three easy and unique party ideas that work hand-in-hand with introducing your scanner while educating your attendees on the use of essential oils.
4 Common Scenarios to Reach for Your iTOVi Scanner
Here are four scenarios where reaching for your iTOVi scanner may be helpful.
5 Ways to Practice Self-Love
Self-love isn't just about allowing yourself that extra slice of cake or buying those shoes you've been eyeing for over a month. It's about recognizing and prioritizing your needs, gaining a true sense of self, and finding your own happy. You may surprise yourself by how simple it is to practice self-love and feel its effects in your life!
Blackberry Lemon Muffins
The natural sweetness from fresh blackberries with a lemon-ey zing may entice you to have them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
10 Frighteningly Good Healthy Halloween Party Recipes
Here are 10 of the best Halloween party recipes.
Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tonic
Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Tonic tastes sweet, with a refreshingly earthy aftertaste, and provides you with tons of benefits!
DIY: Homemade Pumpkin Spice Facial Scrub
Pumpkin spice facial scrub can help you take full advantage of the smell and mood of fall.
Healthy Fall Recipe: Natural Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
These healthy pumpkin Cheesecake bars are perfect for the family, or for parties. The best part about this dessert is that it is entirely clean-eating friendly! You won’t find anything artificial, or refined in this recipe – just wholesome, healthier ingredients.
3 Social Media Platforms to Help Build Your Business
Using social media for essential oils will help you grow your business, and you should incorporate these 3 platforms as soon as today!
5 Fall Spices for Your Health
Whether you use these Fall spices in cookies, hot ciders, teas, soups, potpourris, or placed in a dish for a table centerpiece, you will feel like you’re truly embracing Fall. Besides the delightful aroma, these Fall spices provide considerable health benefits.
4 Essential Oil Germ Prevention Tips for Kids in School
With school starting up and cold weather on the horizon, germs are going to be running rampant soon enough. For that reason, we wanted to compile a list of essential oil germ prevention suggestions that can help boost immunity and keep your child in school.
3 Healthy Habits for Kids in School
Whether your little one's a preschooler or a junior in high school, these healthy habits will go a long way to give them the best chance at good grades and positive social development.
Brownie Bites with Peppermint Essential Oil
This essential oil recipe is for those of you that like to have your cake and eat it too. Meaning, a dessert that is both delicious and beneficial to your health.
Breaking the Ice with Your New Essential Oils Lead
Here are two big reasons why iTOVi makes converting an essential oils lead as easy and comfortable as possible.
Back to School: A Simple Recipe for Family Dinner
You and your kids will love this recipe for family dinner.
Using Essential Oils as a Natural Way to Kill Lice
Now is a good time to consider using essential oils as a natural way to kill lice.Needless to say, lice are a problem, and insecticides are not cutting it. Essential oils derive from plants that naturally create insecticides that stave off parasites without the use of synthetic chemicals. In other words, using essential oils is a safe, effective, and natural method to get rid of lice.
Gluten-Free Waffles with Lavender Blackberry Syrup
This gluten-free waffles recipe is guaranteed to be the right meal to start your day with.
Naturally Beat Stress with 4 Simple Tips
Beat stress with these 4 simple tips!
Blueberry Lavender Ice Cream Recipe
After you try our blueberry lavender ice cream, you'll never want store-bought again.
BBQ Chicken with Essential Oils
Healthy eating is an essential part of healthy living and using essential oils in your cooking is a great way to flavor your food naturally.
How Often Should I Run An iTOVi Scan?
In order for you or your clients to see the full effects of the supplements and oils you take, the number of scans run is determined by your product choice.
Natural Laundry Detergent Recipe
We’ve searched for homemade laundry detergent recipes that get the job done (while keeping families safe) here is our favorite.
Win Big With iTOVi: Giveaway & Contest Rules
At iTOVi, we strive to create a community where wellness advocates can learn, be inspired, and have fun while doing it. iTOVi holds regular contests and giveaways to thank customers for their support, and to [...]