Here at Joy in the Mountains, we hope you had a blessed and enjoyable summer with your family. Now with the autumn quickly approaching, we can all count on three things: the weather will turn cooler, the kids will go back to school and the sniffle season will begin!

We are passionate about enjoying the benefits of Essential Oils in all facets of our lives and this important time of year is no different. Joy in the Mountains has a few recommendations for families with children who are returning to school.

Rosemary
First and foremost, we’d like to recommend Rosemary, which is often lauded for its propensity to enhance brain performance and mood. If you simply place a drop or two of Rosemary in your children’s shampoo or rub a drop in their hair before they run off to school, then it could benefit their academic performance. It also helps to maintain healthy hair and scalp.

Lemon
If you think back to your school days, you’ll remember how difficult it can be to focus properly with all the hundreds of distractions around to commandeer a young person’s attention. We have just the trick to assist your distracted young one: Lemon is often called “The Oil of Focus.” Lemon oil has been said to help in facilitating concentration. Lemon can be paired with Rosemary in a roller bottle, and it can be applied to the back of the neck.{Read More}

July is the perfect time for summer barbecues and reveling in the company of your beautiful family. We hope you’re enjoying a safe and happy summer with your loved ones. As you’re preparing your potluck contributions — summertime side dishes and drinks — we want you to know that Essential Oils can enhance your meals! Therefore, we’ve included three easy and delicious recipes below that you could incorporate in your next family gathering. Enjoy!

Summery Fruit Salad (Featuring Wild Orange Essential Oil)
Fruit salads are delicious but not always the easiest dish to throw together, because the timing can be precarious: Waiting for certain fruits to be ripe enough or sweet enough can be a real waiting game. But with this Summery Fruit Salad that features Wild Orange Essential Oil, you can use an orange-infused honey to enrich the flavor! So, for instance, even if your kiwi are still a little sour, the orange-infused honey glaze helps to complement the tart and tangy with a little sweetness!{Read More}

Now that vacation season has finally arrived, many families are setting off to far-flung destinations for a little rest and relaxation. But just like a wedding, no matter how much you plan, you’re bound to encounter some vacation-related challenges.

Of all the Essential Oils that you should take with you on summer vacation, place Lavender at the top of your packing list. Lavender is wonderful because it can be applied directly as an after sun spray to help soothe the skin. Lavender also helps to promote quicker healing and is exceptional for promoting sleep. This remarkable oil is also good for small skin irritations. Lavender can be used without diluting, and it typically takes only one to two drops.{Read More}