Spark Naturals Blog: February 2015

Top 10 Diffuser Blends

It's the weekend! Why not get the day started off right. The following blends are meant to be used in a cold-air diffuser. The typ...

Anticellulite Detox Bath

If you're suffering from cellulite or water retention, try this bath from Organic Body Care Recipes: Herbal Anticellulite Detox Ba...

Oil-balancing Skin Serum

This sebum-balancing skin serum (p. 82 of Naturally Healthy Skin, available on sparknaturals.com ) is perfect for winter when so many of ...

DIY Oily Skin Serum Recipe

Do you have oily skin? Try this serum! Using an oil-based serum to help with oily skin may seem counter-intuitive, but it can really he...

Stress-Relieving Diffuser Blends

Stressful morning already? We could all use a little less stress in our lives! Try these stress-relieving diffuser blends: •2 drops Cla...

DIY Natural Deodorant

Our 4 oz Glass Spray Bottle is perfect for DIY projects like this DIY all-natural deodorant! You will need: -2 T grain alcohol or high...

Hand & Nail Butter

Winter is high season for dry, chapped hands, rough cuticles, and accidental baking burns (just me?). Try this Hand & Nail Butter r...

Lime EO and Foodborne Pathogens

RESEARCH: Do you LOVE cream-filled pastries? Cream-filled pastries can be DELICIOUS... and more susceptible to spoilage. However, thi...

DIY Refreshing Grapefruit Glass Cleaner

Tired of conventional glass cleaners? Try this quick-and-easy green cleaning recipe! DIY Refreshing Grapefruit Glass Cleaner -1.5 cups...

Energizing Morning Diffuser Blend

I spent all last night driving through a snowstorm and I am a little tired this morning to say the least. If you need a bit of extra pe...

Insomnia Blends

Do you suffer from insomnia? Try these great DIY blends from The Fragrant Mind: Insomnia - noise wakes you -10 drops Lavender -15 d...

Headache Protocols

I don't know what it is about Thursdays, but I often end up with a BEAR of a headache by the end of the day! If you find yourself i...

Bergamot EO & Surgery Anxiety

RESEARCH: Bergamot essential oil and surgery anxiety This 2013 study aimed to determine if aromatherapy could reduce preoperative anx...

Thursday Diffuser Blend

It's Thursday already? This week is just flying by! Get your morning started with this classic diffuser blend: -2 drops Grapefruit e...

Caretaker's Gentle Comfort Blend

Are you a caretaker for a relative or loved on with dementia? It can be an extremely difficult labor of love. Valerie Ann Worwood recom...

Confidence Booster Diffuser Blend

Looking for a quick confidence booster? Try this diffuser blend: -2 drops Cedarwood essential oil -4 drops Grapefruit essential oil -...

EASY 2-Oil Diffuser Blends!

Looking for some quick and easy diffuser blends? Check out our newest collection of TWO-OIL BLENDS: 1. Seriously Refreshing Diffuser Bl...

Antimicrobial Oil Recipe

BACK TO BASICS: Melaleuca essential oil The real question is, what ISN'T Melaleuca EO good for? Just kidding. But really, Melaleu...

Lavender EO and Trust

RESEARCH: Lavender essential oil and trust. This study is the first to demonstrate that scent can have an impact on interpersonal tru...

DIY Facial Cleansing Cream

Looking for a good DIY facial cleanser for normal skin? Give this awesome VEGAN recipe a shot! Naturally Vegan DIY Facial Cleansing Cre...

Rose & Orange EO for Relaxation

RESEARCH: Rose and Orange essential oil for relaxation This study aimed to clarify the effects of olfactory stimulation with rose or ...

All-Purpose Spray Cleaner

SPRING CLEANING: You can never go wrong having some GREAT all-purpose natural cleaner mixed up - perfect for spot cleaning or more seri...

Minty Citrus Diffuser Blend

Good morning! Whether you're enjoying the holiday at home or headed back to work this morning, give yourself a little boost w...

Patchouli Essential oil

DID YOU KNOW? Patchouli essential oil Patchouli comes from the same plant family as Basil, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Peppermint, R...

Aggressive or Angry Child Diffuser Blend

Is your child aggressive? Of course, it's very important to find the underlying cause of the issue, but some people have found ar...

Lavender & Burns

QUICK TIP: Minor Burns & Lavender If you experience a minor burn in your day-to-day life, try applying Lavender essential oil dir...

Herby Brain Power Diffuser Blend

Buckling down to do some studying this evening? Don't forget to diffuse! Herby Brain Power Diffuser Blend •2 drops Spark Naturals...

Burnout Diffuser Blend

Are you suffering from some burnout? We've all been there, and this time of year can be especially rough for it. Try this Burnout D...

Tension Headache Foot Soak Recipe

If you feel a tension headache coming on, pop off your shoes and try this herbal foot soak! The cold water draws blood from your ...

Blackberry Coconut Water Smoothie

Are you looking for a great way to rehydrate and cool down after a hard workout? Try this delicious Blackberry-Coconut Water smoothie!...

DIY Hand Sanitizer Recipe

Do you LOVE hand sanitizer but HATE the dry skin it gives you? Hand sanitizer is a way of life for many of us when we're on the go,...

DIY Produce Wash Recipe

I keep seeing great deals on berries in my local grocery stores and I can't help but buy them. However, I often find myself d...

Focus Support Diffuser Blend

Good morning! Welcome the day with this focus-boosting, supportive diffuser blend for a healthy response to a demanding day! -2 drops T...

DIY Natural Foot Powder

If you're anything like us, the warmer weather may have pushed you back into exercising more - which might mean that your sneakers ...

Melaleuca EO for Cold Sores

BACK TO BASICS: Cold Sores. Looking for a natural and affordable way to send cold sores packing? Put a drop of Melaleuca directly on...

Hemp Seed Oil for Acne

Have we mentioned that our Spark Naturals Hemp Seed Oil (ON SALE this month!) can be wonderful for acne? Try the serum below to reap th...

DIY Green Fabric Softener

Tired of using conventional fabric softener, full of dyes, artificial scents and chemicals? Us, too! Monday is Laundry Day in our house...

DIY Beard Balm

Looking for a great DIY for your Valentine this weekend? Give this Beard Balm a shot! DIY Beard Balm (adapted from Beauty by the Geek...

RESEARCH: Lemongrass essential oil

RESEARCH: Lemongrass essential oil - not just for insect repellent! This 2014 study investigated the effectiveness of Lemongrass essen...

Late Night, Early Morning Diffuser Blend

Give your morning a kick start with this refreshing blend! Late Night, Early Morning Diffuser Blend -1 drop Cedarwood essential oil (o...

Evening Lift Diffuser Blend

Looking for a great evening diffuser blend? Try this gentle, uplifting combination: Evening Lift Diffuser Blend -3 drops Coriander ess...

Refreshing Citrus Toner

Toners can be an important (and easy to DIY) part of a natural skin care regimen! They work well and are a cinch to make. If you have n...

Balancing Diffuser Blend

Looking for something a little different to diffuse? Try this balancing diffuser blend with Clary Sage essential oil! Balancing Diffuse...

Lime Zen Diffuser Blend

One of my very favorite pre-made blends to diffuse is our Zen grounding blend. It smells DIVINE! During the day, I love to diffuse it w...

DIY Tub Scrub Recipe

Be honest - is cleaning the bathtub a job you HATE? You are definitely not alone. Make it easier - and GREENER! - with this simple and ...

Winter Diffuser Blend

This morning I'm cozied up inside and loving this winter diffuser blend: Winter Diffuser Blend -4 drops Wild Orange essential oil ...

Pregnancy Massage Oil

QUICK TIP: Pregnancy & back pain Pain can be a difficult thing during pregnancy, especially since many of our common ways of deal...

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