Young Living Essential Oils vs Revive Essential Oils | Torey Noora

Young Living Essential Oils vs Revive Essential Oils | Torey Noora

If you’ve been in the essential oil world for a while, you’ve probably heard of Young Living, one of the biggest and oldest essential oil companies. But in recent years, newer brands like Revive Essential Oils have made waves for offering similar oils at a fraction of the price.

As a certified aromatherapist, I’ve used both brands for years. In this post, I’ll break down how Young Living and Revive compare when it comes to quality, testing, transparency, price, and scent, plus some tips for choosing the best oils for your family.

Brand Overview

Young Living

• Founded in 1993, one of the oldest MLM (multi-level marketing) essential oil companies.

• Known for their “Seed to Seal” promise—meaning they oversee the growing, harvesting, and distillation process from start to finish.

• Oils are sold through independent distributors and come at a higher price point.

Revive

• Founded in 2018, a non-MLM company offering high-quality essential oils directly to consumers.

• They’re transparent about testing and sourcing, sharing GC/MS (Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry) reports publicly—these reports confirm that oils are pure and free of synthetic additives.

• Known for offering affordable alternatives (“dupes”) to popular blends from other brands.

Testing and Quality

When it comes to essential oils, testing is everything. Both companies claim to sell 100% pure essential oils, but here’s what sets them apart:

• Young Living does internal and third-party testing, but they don’t publicly share GC/MS reports.

• Revive uses third-party labs and posts GC/MS results for every oil on their website, which I love as a consumer and aromatherapist.

Transparency is key, knowing exactly what’s in your oils builds trust and allows you to verify purity yourself.

Price Comparison

Let’s be honest, price is one of the biggest factors when choosing oils. Below are some examples comparing similar oils and blends.

As you can see, Revive’s oils are two to three times less expensive per milliliter while maintaining excellent purity standards.

Product Range

Both brands offer more than just essential oils. Here’s how their product lines compare:

• Cleaning & Home:

  • Revive’s Immunity Boost Cleaner Concentrate ($14) is a dupe for Young Living’s Thieves Cleaner ($30.92).

  • Both are concentrated and effective natural cleaners, but Revive’s is more affordable and just as effective.

• Carrier Oils:

  • Young Living’s V6 Oil (8oz $30) vs. Revive’s individual carrier oils ($10–$30 depending on type).

  • Revive offers more variety—jojoba, fractionated coconut, grapeseed, etc.—great for DIY blends.

• CBD Products:

  • Revive offers a 10ml 500mg CBD oil for $25, while Young Living’s 30ml 500mg CBD oil costs $105.

  • Young Living labels theirs for topical use, even though it contains stevia (usually added for taste), which is confusing for consumers.

• Household Products:

  • Revive’s dish soap is $9 vs. Young Living’s $19—both natural, but Revive’s is more budget-friendly.

Scent and Performance

In my experience:

• Revive’s oils smell fresh, clean, and true to the plant source. Their blends are well-balanced and not overly perfumey.

• Young Living’s oils tend to be slightly more intense or spicy, depending on the blend, which some people prefer for therapeutic use.

If you’re sensitive to strong fragrances or prefer subtle blends, Revive’s oils may be more enjoyable for daily use or DIYs.

MLM vs Non-MLM

Young Living uses a multi-level marketing model, meaning prices are higher to support commissions for distributors.

Revive sells direct-to-consumer, keeping prices low while still maintaining quality.

This business model difference is why Revive can offer oils for less without cutting corners.

Which Brand Is Better?

It really depends on what you’re looking for:

For most of my DIY projects, education, and daily wellness blends, I personally reach for Revive. The purity, price, and transparency make it an easy choice for both beginners and experienced essential oil users.

Essential Oil Brands We Approve Of

• EDEN’S GARDEN: A beautiful brand with the BEST blends called their synergies. Candles, who?
• FERN AND PETAL: A small, simple and beautiful company that is doing all the right things from sourcing to education
• MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS: A rustic organic brand with lots of other goods & products like teas etc
• PLANT THERAPY: Checks all the boxes + has tons of products like candles, hydrosols, supplements, skincare and more.
• REVIVE: The best prices + has exact dupes from the big brands
• ROCKY MOUNTAIN OILS:  Lovely brand with lots of DIY/usage videos on their socials
• SIMPLY EARTH: The one for DIY lovers & subscription box lovers. An abundance of education and support.

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Disclaimer:

Essential oils can be potent and may interact with certain medications or cause allergic reactions. It’s essential to consult with an Aromatherapist before using essential oils, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

As a Certified Aromatherapist I’m here to help!  Schedule a consultation with me email me at hello@toreynoora.com

Final Thoughts

Both Young Living and Revive offer high-quality essential oils, but they serve different customers. If you value affordability, transparency, and education, Revive is an excellent choice. If you prefer an MLM community and are already invested in the Young Living lifestyle, you’ll continue to enjoy their products too.

At the end of the day, what matters most is using your oils safely, consistently, and with intention—that’s where the real benefits of aromatherapy shine.