Wellness Week

Lavender Essential Oil - Lavandula angustifolia (also known as Lavandula officinalis or Lavandula vera) is known as "true lavender" and is the most important variety therapeutically. Lavender essential oil is a classic in aromatherapy and is likely the widest-used essential oil to date. Lavender also can be safely used on children.

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: Flowering Tops

Details: All Natural, Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil

Properties: Analgesic, Antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antiparasitic, Anti-spasmodic, Emmenagogue, Decongestant, Antidepressant, Calmative, and Sedative.

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Why we love Lavender 

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Lavender for Allergies

Historical Uses: Lavender has historically been used to clean and help heal wounds and burns, to repel insects, to calm and soothe emotions, to recover from minor illness, to address skin complaints, to relieve headaches, and to wash laundry, as well as in perfumery and cooking. 

Possible Uses:

• Apply to minor sunburn or acne to promote healing.
• Add to a bath to relax, calm, and promote restful sleep.
• Apply to insect bites to relieve itching, repel bugs, and help diminish minor swelling.
• For Anxiety
• For Headache
• For Nausea
• For Sleep

Blends well with: Bergamot, Geranium, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Roman Chamomile, Rose, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Cypress, Marjoram, and Melaleuca.

Lavender Essential Oil Application: 

• Can be used aromatically
• Can be consumed
• Can be used topically (Apply Neat)

Information Sheet

Download this PDF printable sheet here: LAVENDER INFO SHEET .PDF  

Recipes

Stress Away Roller blend

• 10 drops Lavender
• 10 drops Peppermint
• 10 drops Frankincense

Mix everything into a 10ml glass roll on bottle top off with fractionated coconut oil roll on wrists and forehead when stress is high.

 Diffuse Anxiety Away

• 3 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Patchouli
• 2 drops Vetiver
• 1 drop Roman Chamomile

Shield - Protective Blend

Spark Naturals is pleased to offer this ancient ‘robbers’ or ‘thieves’ blend. Legend has it that in 15th century England, thieves working in the spice industry created their own blend of Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Lemon, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary to protect themselves from disease while robbing graves of plague victims. With its spicy and warm aroma, Shield Blend’s potential benefits include fighting infections and boosting the immune system. This potent blend is uncut, meaning it contains the essential oils only and is not diluted with a carrier oil.

About the Blend:

Lemon oil - can effectively reduce fevers and lower levels of free radical activities.

Eucalyptus oil - can fight all kinds of bacteria and viruses.

Rosemary oil - like eucalyptus, it contains the compound cineole. Cineole may help break up mucus and reduce inflammation. 

Clove oil - high anti-inflammatory properties, clove oil can help with sore throat, cough, cold and sinusitis. 

Cinnamon oil - helps protect against germs that cause respiratory problems.

Uses: 

Diffuse - a few drops of Shield in bedrooms, bathrooms, and other main living areas throughout the house to purify the air and allow the protective blend to enter the body’s airways.

Topically - For preventative care, apply to the bottom of the feet nightly (dilute for young or sensitive skin). When sick, apply diluted every few hours until symptoms subside.  Also try gargling in one drop Shield in 4 oz. water every few hours to clean and soothe sore throats due to a Cold, Strep, Flu, etc. Dilute and rub Shield onto your neck every few hours until symptoms subside.

Internally - Add a drop or two to a warm cup of tea. Mix a drop with a tablespoon of water, gargle and swallow. Put 4 drops in a capsule with olive oil and swallow. 

Shield Oil Blend Application:

Can be used aromatically
Can be used topically (Dilute for young or sensitive skin) 
Can be consumed

Articles on Shield Protective Blend: click here

Description

Peppermint: mentha piperita

Peppermint Essential oil is used to help with many things such as liver, digestive and respiratory problems along with irritable bowel syndrome. It also stimulates the mind and increases mental accuracy.

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: Whole Plant

Details: All Natural, Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil

Properties: Analgesic, Anesthetic, Antiseptic, Anti-galactagogue, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Carminative, Cordial, Decongestant, Stimulant and Vasoconstrictor

Uses

Historical Uses: Peppermint has been very effective as a digestive stimulant, it has also has been used to disinfect and treat respiratory ailments. In more recent years studies have shown peppermint to aid in improvement of taste & smell when inhaled and to create a sense of fullness after meals.

Possible Uses: 

• Rub a few drops of peppermint to temples to relieve tension. 
• Dilute 2 drops of peppermint in 4 oz of water to aid in digestion. 
• Apply (dilute) drops on abdomen to help with stomach discomfort. 
• Diffuse to help with decongestant and to improve taste and smell.

Blends well With: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Rosemary and Melaleuca

Peppermint Essential Oil Application: 

• Can be use aromatically 
• Can be consumed 
• Can be used topically (Dilute for young or sensitive skin)

Information Sheet

Download printable PDF sheet: PEPPERMINT INFO SHEET .PDF

Recipes

Allergy Saver Roller Bottle

• 10 drops Peppermint
• 10 drops Lemon
• 10 drops Lavender

Add oils to 10ml roller bottle top off fractionated coconut oil. Apply to bridge of nose, chest, and bottom of feet.

Sinus Pressure Relief

• 3 drops Peppermint
• 3 drops Eucalyptus
• 3 drops Lemon

Add essential oils to diffuser, add water (following manufacturers' instructions) and Diffuse.

Melaleuca (Tea Tree) melaleuca alternifolia

100% Pure, Therapeutic Grade, Organically Grown

Description: The Spark Naturals Melaleuca oil is considered to be the best in the world, it comes from Australia and is extracted from the leaves and twigs by steam distillation. Melaleuca or tea tree as it is called (once a substitute for tea) is a key ingredient of soaps, creams, lotions, and disinfectants throughout the world.

Properties: Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Antiviral, Fungicide, Insecticide and Stimulant

Historical Uses: Melaleuca has been used for centuries to help the immune system; it acts as a stimulant and helps the body fight off disease, bacteria, infection, virus and illness. Tea Tree oil is great for the skin.

Possible Uses: 

Diffuse to help the body fight colds, sinus infections, respiratory ailments and bronchitis. 
Use topically to help fight any fungal, bacterial or viral infections. 
Take orally to aid the body with throat infections and to stimulate the immune system.

Blends well With: Clary Sage, Clove, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh, Rosemary, Thyme

Melaleuca Essential Oil Application: 

Can be use aromatically 
Can be consumed 
Can be used topically (Apply NEAT)

MELALEUCA INFO SHEET .PDF

L.L.P. Blend. A blend of Lavender, Lemon and Peppermint CP PharmaGrade essential oils blended together to create an all-natural antihistamine to help relieve seasonal allergy symptoms.

Uses:

Diffuse to clear the air of allergens

Topical apply a drop to your chest and breathe in the relief, for allergy headaches, apply to temples (avoiding eye area)

Internally dilute 1 drop to 4oz of fluid, add 3-6 drops to a gel capsule and take 2-3 times a day. 

Over 60 Million people in the U.S. suffer from allergies and inflammation. An allergy defined, is the body’s immune system over-reacting to normally harmless substances known as allergens. Allergies can also develop from exposure to toxins in every day products. When it comes to combating allergies and relieving symptoms, using Spark Naturals essential oils may help you avoid the side effects that are sometimes associated with allergy medications, and may help boost your overall health without the side effects.

Note: These statements are not intended to diagnose or treat and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Please consult your health care provider before use. 

Respire - Respiratory Blend

Spark Naturals Respire blend is a great source of protection during flu season and congestion in general. The cold winter months force most of us indoors where we live work and socialize in close proximity with others who may have cold and flu germs. This blend may help the protection against common germs.

Proprietary Blend of: Peppermint, Melaleuca, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Lemon and Clove. In addition to helping with Cold & Flu symptoms, this blend was formulated and may help with the common respiratory issues such as congestion.

Respire Blended Oil Application:

Can be used aromatically 
Can be used on the body topically (Dilute for young or sensitive skin)

Eucalyptus eucalyptus radiata

Description: Eucalyptus has a fresh sharp and very unique smell. It has a water type viscosity and can grow up to 300 feet tall. The tree uses a lot of water to grow and has been planted to help dry up land.

Properties: Antiseptic, Astringent, Deodorant, Diuretic, Sedative and Vasoconstrictor

Historical Uses: Eucalyptus has been used in everything from cough and throat medicines to ointments. This oil has a calming effect and has been known to help breathing and to open air passages.

More Information on Eucalyptus: 

https://sparknaturalsblog.com/?s=eucalyptus

Uses: 

Use aromatically to improve concentration, relieve respiratory problems and assist with hay fever and headaches. (This oil also may be diffused as an insect repellant) 
Dilute and gargle to help with sore throat. 
Use topically to help with muscle aches and congestion.

Blends well With: Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Thyme

Eucalyptus Essential Oil Application: 

Can be used aromatically 
Can be used topically (Dilute for young or sensitive skin)

Product Information Sheet: 

Download printable PDF sheet: EUCALYPTUS INFO SHEET .PDF

Recipes:

Congestion Diffuser Blend

3 drops Peppermint essential oil

2 drops Eucalyptus essential oil

2 drops Melaleuca essential oil

1 drop Lemon essential oil

ACV Conditioner Blend for Dandruff

6-8 drops Eucalyptus

1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar

1 Cup Water

Blend water and ACV, add eucalyptus oil to the mix. After shampooing hair apply blend to hair and scalp and massage in. Let blend sit in hair for about 2 minutes, rinse with water. Vinegar smell will diminish as hair dries.