Spark Naturals Blog: January 2015

How-To: Clean Your Front-Loading Washer

Do you ever wish that your washing machine smelled like a field of fresh flowers rather than a moldy corner? We've been there! If y...

DIY Makeup Brush Cleaner Spray

QUICK TIP: Do your makeup brushes need cleaning? Mine almost always do! It's so hard to find the time to clean them - if I'm ...

DIY Natural Toothbrush Cleaner

One thing you use daily but might never clean: your toothbrush! To easily clean your toothbrush, fill a shot glass-sized container 3/4...

Energizing Diffuser Blend

Need a boost? We have an an energizing blend in our diffuser this morning: -2 drops Bergamot essential oil -2 drops Grapefruit essen...

Green Cleaning: Windows and Mirrors

Trying to go green in 2015? One of the EASIEST green cleaning switches to make is glass and mirror cleaner. See below for a great recip...

New Year Resolutions with Spark

NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS with Spark Naturals: Looking for some easy ways to have a healthier 2015? Read on! For many of us, the new year m...

RESEARCH: Thyme EO for Cramp Relief

RESEARCH: Thyme essential oil vs ibuprofen for cramp relief! This EXCITING new research (published in 2014) compared the effect of Th...

Lemongrass EO + DNA Damage, Cancer

RESEARCH: Protective effect of Lemongrass essential oil against DNA damage and cancer. This 2010 study investigated the effect of oral...

More Simple Diffuser Blends

Want some SIMPLE diffuser blends to change up your diffusing routine? We have a few 2-oil diffuser blends lined up for you! Women's...

DIY Furniture Polish

Did you know that you can easily make your own furniture polish with essential oils? You will need: •1/2c distilled water •1/3c Spark...

Cinnamon Buttermilk Bran Muffins

I made these again last week and they got quickly devoured! These are full of beneficial ingredients from bran to molasses and I love t...

Sunny Diffuser Blend

Today is a bit overcast where I am, so I always need something a bit "sunny" to diffuse. If you're like me, try this diff...

Rosemary-Mint Warming Bath

BRR... with the winter weather, it's easy to get chilled! Warm things back up with this circulation-promoting eo-boosted bath: Ros...

Diffusers: A Buyer's Guide

DIFFUSERS: A buyer's guide Have you ever wondered how to choose between all the different diffusers that Spark Naturals offers? ...

Wild Orange + Peppermint Diffuser Blend

Monday again ALREADY? I need a bit of "pep" in my step this morning, so I've got this classic energizing diffuser blend in:...

Mental Perk Diffuser Blend

Thinking too hard already today? Whether you're at work or home, throw this diffuser blend in and get a little mental perk-up! Ment...

Lemon White Chocolate Popcorn

Are you a "movie person"? Why not whip up some of this AMAZING popcorn to go with the next one you watch? Lemon White Chocol...

Cold & Congestion Diffuser Blend

DIFFUSER BLEND: Colds & Congestion If you don't have our trusty Respire Blend handy, try this one: Cold & Congestion Diff...

DIY Clothing Freshener + Wrinkle Releaser

Do you travel a lot? Stay looking your best with this handy wrinkle releaser spray from Apartment Therapy : DIY Clothing Freshener + Wr...

Long Day Diffuser Blend

How do YOU unwind after a long day? Personally, I love to put on a diffuser blend with Zen and Bergamot and relax with a good book. I...

Fearless Diffuser Blend

Feeling afraid sometimes is normal. If you're facing something difficult and are needing a bit of a boost, put on this fear-blastin...

Calming Diffuser Blend

Feeling irritable today? Try this calming diffuser blend! Calming Diffuser Blend -2 drops Roman Chamomile essential oil -2 drops Sand...

Spiders & Essential Oils

Over the last 2 weeks I feel like our house has become infested with spiders. They are everywhere and we have webs all over. However, t...

Warts and Essential Oils

Warts... not a great conversation topic, but a real problem! We are asked this question all the time! Here is some great information: ...

Research: Cinnamon & Peppermint EO on driving alertness

RESEARCH: Cinnamon & Peppermint odor on driving alertness, mood, and workload. This 2013 study has several EXCITING findings concer...

Light Floral Diffuser Blend

Do you LOVE floral scents? Try this light floral diffuser blend! Floral Diffuser Blend -1 tsp Spark Naturals Rose Water -1 drop Laven...

Stress-Busting Diffuser Blends

Mondays can be stressful, so we put together a few great stress-relieving diffuser blends just for you this afternoon: Florals and Herb...

Pet Odor Diffuser Blend

Uh-oh! Pets are often an important part of our families, but sometimes things happen that leave a lasting odor. Do yourself a favor the...

Calm Nerves Diffuser Blend

Are you feeling a bit tense or nervous this morning? Try this diffuser blend: Calm Nerves Diffuser Blend -5 drops Tangerine essential ...

Nausea & Essential Oils

BACK TO THE BASICS: Nausea and morning sickness. Many people know that ginger (and Ginger essential oil) is a classic natural remedy fo...

DIY Cleaning Spray

Do you have white walls, light switches, or cupboards? If so, chances are you've also got fingerprints! Try this super-easy DIY cle...

Blackhead-busting Toner

QUICK TIP: Blackheads and essential oils. Did you know that Rosemary and Cypress essential oils are believed to be beneficial for getti...

Fresh Powder Diffuser Blend

For some of us, January is a time to HIT THE SLOPES! Get in the fresh powder mood with this invigorating diffuser blend: Fresh Powder ...

Emotional Balance Diffuser Blend

Does PMS really set you off emotionally? You're not alone. Many women use essential oils to help support a balanced emotional state...

DIY Winter Skin Facial Oil

Are you finding that the winter weather is giving you dry, chapped or cracked skin? Try this easy DIY skin oil: DIY Winter Skin Facia...

Addiction and Essential Oils

QUICK TIP: Addiction and essential oils! Are you trying to break an addiction as part of your new year's resolutions? Many aromat...

All-Natural Disinfectant Spray

DIY ALL-NATURAL DISINFECTANT SPRAY 1 Cup Water or Witch Hazel 20 Drops Lavender Essential Oil 20 Drops Thyme or Eucalyptus Oil 10 Dr...

Snappy Citrus Blend

If you're looking for a quick boost this Friday, try this snappy citrus blend! Snappy Citrus Diffuser Blend -5 drops Tangerine ess...

Winter Blues Diffuser Blends

Post-holiday winter blues got you down? If you're like me, it might have something to do with short days, cold weather, and less su...

RESEARCH: Alopecia Areata

RESEARCH: Do you or someone you know have alopecia areata? Great news! A study in Aberdeen concluded that treatment of a scalp massage ...

Grapefruit & Rosemary Diffuser Blend

Try this diffuser blend to get your Thursday going with a clear mind and a positive mood! To me, it smells like a southern California w...

More Sick Room Diffuser Blends

QUICK TIP: Sick Room Diffuser Blends! Feeling under the weather is never fun, but having everyone under the roof sick is a nightmare!...

Top Performance Diffuser Blend

I've got a busy afternoon ahead of me, so I put this TOP PERFORMANCE diffuser blend in my Mirage. It smells amazing, and I'm ha...

Tried & True Diffuser Blends

Not the adventurous type? Try these tried-and-true diffuser blends that are sure to please! 1. Clean + Refreshing Diffuser Blend -2 dr...

Homework & Jeddy's Blend

QUICK TIP: Homework time can be a struggle (especially when working back into a normal schedule), and essential oils can help! Put a f...

Coriander Challah Bread

I made this coriander challah bread yesterday and it was AMAZING! Challah is fantastic on its own, but the coriander essential oil adde...

Oils that Improve with Age

QUICK TIP: Did you know that some essential oils IMPROVE with age much like fine wine and cheese? While some essential oils, such as c...

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