It wasn’t very long ago that most balms were petroleum-based. We’ve come a long way since then, and thank goodness. We have a lot more options now, both when it comes to ingredients and product categories. Ingredients are a lot … 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
Whipped soap is a fun addition to your self care routine and makes a sweet gift! Here’s one version you’ll love, featuring two beautiful skin-loving herbs: calendula + lavender. Supplies: 1 cup whipped soap base (Find it on Amazon) 2 … Continued
Dark circles… puffy eyes… when I don’t get enough sleep, it’s pretty easy to tell with a quick glance. My solution: a simple DIY caffeine eye serum! I created this recipe after enjoying the results of another coffee-infused product. Apparently, dark … Continued
Each winter, I’m reminded just how harsh the cold, dry air can be on my skin. If you’ve been in harsh cold climates, you know how easy it is for your lips to get chapped or for flakes to appear. … Continued
“I don’t always have food on my face, but when I do, it’s totally on purpose.” As it turns out, there are many, many foods you can use to create your own beauty treatments from head to toe. And you don’t have … Continued
I’ve tried dozens of different deodorants and antiperspirants over the years, including versions I’ve made myself. Most of them have been a huge disappointment. Which is such a shame, because: wellness. Why Use a Natural Deodorant? Aluminum, which is used … Continued
One of the most common complaints about natural deodorant is that it doesn’t work as well as conventional types. Doing an armpit detox can help your natural deodorant work better for you. The armpit detox is popular with those who … Continued
Making your own sugar and salt scrubs is so easy! It’s so much fun to create exfoliating scrubs for your self care routine or to give out as gifts. There are endless ways to combine ingredients… let’s explore a few ideas! Why … Continued