What Is Myrrh And How Can I Use It?

Commiphora Myrrha, generally found in Africa and the Middle East, is not only known for it’s small oval leaves, white flowers, and thorny branches, but for the resin it produces when oozing sap meets the air and hardens. Commonly known simply as “Myrrh”, this reddish-brown resin has been used for millennia in spiritual customs, meditation,…

The Gift: Frankincense & Myrrh

A couple months back we introduced you to the King of Essential Oils, Frankincense. Today we would like to introduce his Queen, Myrrh. These two oils are a powerhouse, whether combined or in solidarity, for all things health, beauty, immune support, pain, infection, emotional support, and so much more. Very long ago, the Three Wise…

Kid Friendly Jeddy’s Blend: ADD/ADHD & Anxiety

Jeddy’s Blend is Spark Naturals natural alternative for ADD, ADHD and Anxiety. When we searched for a blend to help with ADD, ADHD and Anxiety, we reached out to people who either had issues themselves or had kids who were struggling. As we sifted through hundreds of testimonials and formulations we found Jeddy’s Blend, a…

Explore the 5 Love Languages with Essential Oils

Happy Valentine’s, Galentine’s, Palentine’s Day!!! Everyone gives and receives love differently and today is the perfect day to explore those ways with our love of essential oils! Acts of Service Nothing says “I love you” like doing something to show you care. What better way than by cleaning the worst room in the house: the…

Frankincense: Diffuser King.

ALL HAIL THE KING!! (The “King” of oils that is) Why is Frankincense considered to be the “King” of essential oils? Frankincense comes from an oleo gum resin that originates from the Boswellia Frereana tree in the Middle Eastern region of the world. It was one of the gifts given to Jesus by the Three Wise…

It’s RavINTsara, not RavENsara

Can’t you just hear Hermione Granger saying that? In all seriousness though, we want to get this specific confusion out of the way. Ravintsara and Ravensara are both essential oils from the plant family Lauraceae and have many similarities but are NOT the same oil. (And YES, we are aware the label was misprinted. We…