Spark Naturals Blog: December 2014

Peppermint Marshmallows

Are you looking for a yummy treat you can make for your New Years Eve party? These homemade marshmallows using peppermint essential oi...

QUICK TIP: Peppermint EO in the shower

Want a morning "wake up call" or even an afternoon boost? Place 3-4 drops of Spark Naturals Peppermint Essential Oil on the s...

All-Natural Tub Scrub

Every once in a while the bathtub needs a good scrub (especially after having lots of visitors and extra use!), and it's nice to ha...

Peppermint Diffuser Blends

The holiday season can be exhausting, full of late nights and early mornings - especially if you have children! This morning, we are ...

Christmas Eve Diffuser Blends

Can you believe it's Christmas Eve already? Today we have a collection of blends aimed at helping you enjoy (and survive!) all the...

DIY Pinecone Firestarters

Super simple and AWESOME neighbor/friend holiday gift DIY Project: Pinecone fire starters Materials: 1. pinecones 2. twine (candle w...

Christmas Eve Eve Diffuser Blends

Merry Christmas Eve Eve! The day will probably be full of lots of hustle and bustle for MANY of us - put on one of these holiday diffu...

DIY Anti-Acne Serum

Did you know that Hemp Seed Oil can be wonderful for acne? We've combined Spark Naturals Organic Hemp Seed Oil with Lavender and ...

Winter Warmer Massage Oil

BRR... it is COLD! While essential oils may not be able to change the weather outside, they can help make you more comfortable! One of ...

Research: Grapefruit EO & Obesity

RESEARCH: According to this 2010 study, the scent of grapefruit essential oil has an anti-obesity effect (plus, it smells amazing)! ...

DIY Body Spray

Do you like FRESH and SPICY scents? Try this easy DIY body spray! Grapefruit Ginger Body Spray -1 cup water -2 T Witch Hazel -5 drops...

Natural DIY Mothballs

These natural DIY mothballs are a perfect way to give a musty closet a quick refresh if you have guests coming! Cedar is a great natu...

Baby Brain Diffuser Blend

Life as a mom can be hard, especially if you have "baby brain" and feel like you're trying to think in a fog after a long ...

Winter Forest Diffuser Blend

Looking for another great blend to get you in a good mood for the holidays? Try this Winter Forest Diffuser Blend! Winter Forest Diffuse...

DIY Grime Cutter Dusting Spray

Am I the only one that DREADS dusting? It is the worst especially when dust combines with grime, making it impossible to wipe off with a...

Easy All-Purpose DIY Cleaner + Disinfectant

With out-of-town guests and friends visiting, you might find that certain areas of your home like your kitchen and restroom see more act...

Healthy Holiday Diffuser Blend

Looking for something festive to put in the diffuser? Try this Healthy Holiday diffuser blend! Healthy Holiday Diffuser Blend -3 drops ...

DIY Grimy Window Cleaner

Have you ever found a window in your house that's inexplicably grimy? This can especially be the case in places like the bathroom (t...

Essential oils and pregnancy

ESSENTIAL OIL EDUCATION: Essential oils and pregnancy! We often get questions about essential oil usage in pregnancy. We ALWAYS recomm...

Scent Fake Flowers with essential oils

QUICK TIP: Have you ever tried adding a few drops of essential oils to permanent or silk floral arrangements in your home or office? ...

Windburn Facial Spray

Winter can be BRUTAL on skin, and essential oils can help! Try this facial spray for windburned cheeks that features skin-healthy Rose W...

3 Must-try Diffuser Blends for Holiday Stress

It's Monday, and there's only 10 days left until Christmas! This can often be a busy and tiring time, so why not try one of the ...

Mild Burn Relief with EOs

'tis the Season!! With the cold weather settling in, many of us will be having a fire in our fireplace. If you are lucky you won...

Cosy Afternoon Diffuser Blends

BRRR... it's COLD out there! If you're cosied up inside, put on one of these diffuser blends and drink some warm tea! Spicy Citr...

DIY Mouthwash

Have you looked at what's in your mouthwash recently? I did and was suddenly VERY interested in finding a DIY recipe to use instead!...

DIY Hand & Nail Butter

'Tis the season for dry, chapped hands, rough cuticles, and accidental baking burns (just me?). Try this Hand & Nail Butter reci...

Teen Pick-Me-Up Bath

Does your teenager have a mild case of the blues? You might consider suggesting this bath protocol from The Aromatherapy Companion (avai...

DIY Stainless Sink Cleaner

Do you have a stainless steel sink? You use your sinks to clean your hands, food, cooking utensils, and more... but how often do you cle...

Refreshing Rose Water Spritzer

Fridays can be insane. Here's a quick beauty tip to keep you on the go and feeling great: Try mixing some Spark Naturals Rose Water ...

TGIF Diffuser Blends

HAPPY FRIDAY! Did you know that aside from supporting a healthy response to negative emotional states, essential oils can also help you ...

DIY Garbage + Diaper Pail Cleaner

When was the last time you cleaned your diaper pail or trash can? It's not a fun job, but it is an important part of keeping your ho...

Banish Brain Fog Diffuser Blend

Brain feeling a bit foggy this afternoon? Whether it's work, kids, or just a stressful week, try this diffuser blend! With grapefrui...

Almost Friday Diffuser Blends

Be honest... you were thinking it! Here are 3 diffuser blends for you to enjoy this "almost Friday"! Floral Mint Diffuser Blen...

DIY Shower, Tub + Grout Scrub

Yesterday it was time to clean the tub - you know what I mean! I whipped up a batch of this super-simple DIY Tub Scrub with essenti...

Home Scent Diffuser Blends

Scent is a powerful sense that can evoke memories, brighten mood, and sometimes even help sell a house! Here are a few ULTRA-SIMPLE diff...

DIY Belly Butter Recipe

Are you looking for a unique baby shower gift? Sometimes it's fun to have something for parents to use right away, and this Belly Bu...

DIY Eye Makeup Remover

QUICK TIP: Are you tired of spending tons of money on eye makeup remover? Try this quick-and-easy DIY Eye Makeup Remover! DIY Eye Makeup...

TP Air Freshener

Trying to make the switch to NATURAL alternatives? If you're looking for a quick & easy way to naturally freshen up a bathroom, ...

Prevent buildup with Lemon EO

QUICK TIP: EASY natural cleaning is all about prevention! If your shower doors are glass and prone to soap scum buildup, simply wipe t...

Research: Better Test-Taking

RESEARCH: Do you or someone you know have a big test coming up? Do you get test anxiety? If so, try smelling some Lavender and Rosemary ...

Relaxing Anti-Inflammatory Massage Oil

Winter can be a tough time of year for people who suffer from arthritis or other painful inflammatory conditions. If you know someone in...

DIY Myrrh and Aloe Aftershave

Looking for an AMAZING DIY project for a special man in your life? Take a look at this powerful anti-inflammatory aftershave with Myrrh ...

Wart Protocol with essential oils

BACK TO BASICS: Warts. They're no dinner conversation topic, but they're a reality of life for many people! Luckily, essential o...

Post-Crowd Diffuser Blend

Holiday guests, holiday crowds, and holiday shopping can leave all of us a bit spent! If you need a pick-me-up, especially after be...

Uses for Lemon essential oil

Happy Wednesday! As you know, our top-selling Essential 4 Packs are ON SALE this week. My friend told me that she LOVES all of the E4P o...

EO-Boosted Firewood

There's almost NOTHING I love more than a warm fire on a cold night! Have you ever eo-boosted your firewood? Add 1-2 drops essentia...

Fresh & Festive Diffuser Blend

Are you having a hard time EMBRACING the holidays this year? Or do you have an artificial tree? Try this refreshing diffuser blend that...

Sandalwood Diffuser Blends

Psst... looking for some AMAZING diffuser blends using the Sandalwood essential oil in your new Exquisite Collection? Try one of these! ...

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