Bath bombs are one of the easiest self care DIYs to master and there are so many ways to make yours unique. Why Calendula? Calendula has a number of wonderful skincare benefits. According to Healthline, it’s especially appropriate when it … Continued
You’re probably already enjoying pumpkin goodies in full swing this fall, but did you know that this gourd is great for your skin, too? It is! There are loads of reasons to use pumpkin in your skincare routine… You … Continued
Herbal extracts can take your recipes and beauty DIYs to the next level – it’s so easy to add different flavors and scents with just a few drops. It’s really simple to make your own extracts, too! Whether you want … Continued
Peppermint lip gloss is so yummy and refreshing. It makes a great on-the-go gloss that’s perfect for tossing in your bag. Most of the recipes I’ve seen for Peppermint lip gloss contain Peppermint essential oil. They seem a little strong … Continued
My dad and I took the kids out to pick wild plums. We brought about 2.5 gallons home and ate who-knows-how-many. Many of them were not quiiiiiiiiiiiite ready yet, so we’ll go back this weekend or early next week to … Continued
Nettles – yes, stinging nettles or “burning weed” – you either love them or hate them. If you are only familiar with the painful itch they can cause when they touch your skin, you’re probably not a fan. But this … Continued
Elderflower recipes are a springtime favorite – there’s only a short window of time each year when the trees are in bloom. Elderflower champagne is a very popular herbal recipe that uses fresh elderflowers. That’s why it’s such a treat … Continued
Enjoying the great outdoors is so much fun, but being eaten alive by mosquitoes and other insects definitely isn’t! Unfortunately, many of the options for repelling them are incredibly toxic and smell really unpleasant. What’s great is that you can … Continued
Mouthwash is the bomb! It’s so refreshing – but since commercial mouthwashes can be irritating, I prefer to use an herbal mouthwash with no alcohol. I love using a green tea water extract / infusion as mouthwash. You can add … Continued
There are so many things you can do with beet root powder. Makeup is one of the most fun ways to take advantage of beet root powder’s rich beautiful color. Beet root powder (available here) is simply dried, ground up … Continued