Making homemade soap is simple and fun! Once you learn how to make soap, you can start making your own products at home. There are many different ways to make soap, and each method has its advantages and disadvantages. If you’re brand new to making soap, then you may not be aware that there are different methods to make it? There’s hot process vs. cold process soap. What does that even mean? And of course, there are melt and pour soap bars. Fear not - soap-making doesn’t need to … [Read more...]
How to Make a Nourishing Hair Serum
Maybe you thought you had every hair product you would ever need. But then there's this product called hair serum; it's easy to make, protects the hair from environmental damage, reduces unwanted frizz, and promotes natural shine. To learn how to make a nourishing hair serum, try out the recipe below. This post was originally published on March 29, 2019 What is hair serum & what does hair serum do Hair serum is a liquid solution, usually with a water base, that is used primarily … [Read more...]
What is Jojoba oil | Benefits & Uses
This natural oil which stems from North America has long been a favorite of mine as a simple, nourishing moisturizer for my skin and hair. Jojoba oil derives from the fruit - the nut of the plant, which grows profusely in dry, arid conditions, such as deserts and gravel. You may wonder, is Jojoba oil sustainable? Yes, it is, on the whole, requiring very little water to grow. It’s pure and clean, straight from the ground, and needs very little input to … [Read more...]
DIY All Natural Sunscreen Recipe
Make this DIY natural sunscreen recipe for protecting your skin against UVA and UVB rays without using any harmful ingredients. This sunscreen recipe is simple to make and easy to use. This post was originally published on May 8th, 2019. Summer is approaching, and with a few days hitting 80 degrees, it has me thinking about sun protection. Making your own sunscreen isn't hard, and it works great. It even passed the "all day at the beach" test, and I have the sandy sunscreen to prove it. … [Read more...]
Beard and Mustache Wax Recipe
Long gone are the days of misshapen beards and scruffy, scuffed faces from desperate shaving attempts (my husband breaths a huge sigh of relief when he hears this). And in are neat, uniform beards and handlebar mustaches, thanks in part to beard and mustache wax. Beard wax is the new savior for beards, taming unruly hairs and giving a confidence boost for that very important work meeting or appointment. It’s a great product for longer beards, helping to condition the hair and … [Read more...]
DIY Hair Detangler Spray
Simple homemade hair detangler for kids and adults. This recipe may not be for everyone (talking to my fellow pin-straight hair comrades). Still, for the vast majority that will benefit from a hair detangler, this recipe is made with natural ingredients and at a fraction of the cost, which makes this DIY detangler spray a no-brainer. This post was originally published October 16, 2018 As with most all of the recipes, hacks, and informational posts I write, they get good use by me - this … [Read more...]
Vanilla Lavender Body Spray
Doesn’t this sound amazing? Lavender and vanilla combined. It’s such a delicious, sweet-scented lavender body spray, and I’m totally in love with it now that the warmer weather is here. Essential oils body spray It’s perfect for Spring and for giving a boost of energy right when you need it. I love to spray this body mist on at any time of the day or night when I want to feel refreshed and energized. In fact, the best time to spritz this is whenever you need a wake-up … [Read more...]
DIY Jewelry Cleaner for All Types
Let's face it, going to the jeweler to have a ring or necklace cleaned is not too high on the priority list. Jewelry is a beautiful thing; it's almost a shame to neglect it when a simple cleaning is all that is necessary to restore it to its glistening beauty. This post was originally published on April 29, 2019 So whether you need to clean a diamond ring, a gold chain, or sterling silver, there is a cleaner here for you. I am not a big jewelry girl, and with the exception of my … [Read more...]
Activated Charcoal Soap Recipe
Activated charcoal soap is one of those beauty secrets that are not so secret anymore! It sounds a bit strange, I know. But it’s becoming ever more popular to use it in facial soap due to its incredible benefits of drawing out impurities and dirt from the skin. I’ll admit that I was skeptical of using activated charcoal soap on my face at first, thinking it might cause a breakout or aggravate my skin, but boy was I wrong. I just needed to understand how it works and why it’s so … [Read more...]
Homemade Coffee Scrub
Are you looking for a body or face scrub to exfoliate your skin naturally? With the sand-like texture of coffee grounds, a homemade coffee scrub is the perfect product for that! This post was originally published on July 14, 2020 A coffee grounds body scrub is a mild natural exfoliator, and when combined with other gentle ingredients, it makes a perfect face scrub. The texture from finely ground coffee works wonders on our body by tightening the skin, removing dead skin cells, and … [Read more...]
DIY Makeup Setting Spray
I never realized how much my makeup routine was missing setting spray until I tried it. This stuff is fantastic! Diy makeup setting spray It helps your makeup 'sit' better on your skin, softening it and making it look better than when it was first applied. I find with makeup that it can look a bit heavy when first used, and it takes a while to settle on your skin. If you’re the same, you'll honestly love using a setting spray. Basically, you get that perfectly … [Read more...]
Homemade Stain Remover
Whether you need to make a homemade stain remover on the fly or are trying to remove an old stain from furniture, walls, and even upholstery, these simple, low-cost recipes are the perfect hacks for you. This post was originally published August 7, 2020 Stain removers are not exactly at the forefront of our minds, so most of us don't usually have an array of stain removers in our homes ready to deploy at a moment's notice. The good news is that you can DIY your own stain remover with … [Read more...]
Homemade Night Cream
A natural night cream has hands down been the best addition to my evening skincare routine. There’s no excuse not to use a homemade night cream, I think! Using a night cream means your skin will feel supple, smooth, refreshed, and have that youthful glow we all crave as soon as you wake up. I’m sharing my natural night cream recipe in this post. I love using it every night, and even after the first application, my skin looked brighter and felt smoother. Thanks to the essential … [Read more...]
Homemade Deep Conditioner Treatment
Homemade deep conditioners are perfect for restoring damaged hair or improving overall quality. With 3-DIY deep conditioner treatments for different hair types, you will certainly find one to suit your specific needs. The best homemade deep conditioner treatments are made with ingredients that add moisture and texture to improve the overall condition of the hair, as well as restore damaged hair. These conditioner treatments strengthen and hydrate dry hair by adding protein and … [Read more...]
Homemade Natural Oven Cleaner
Homemade oven cleaner All ovens need cleaning simply because they get used so often. However, it’s one of those jobs that most of us hate doing - me included! Once I close the door, it’s “out of sight, out of mind.” Personally, I’m not too fond of the toxic fumes that come off store-bought oven cleaners, and there’s a real risk of harm if they’re not used correctly. Many times I put off cleaning my oven until it got so bad, just because I couldn’t stand the chemicals needed … [Read more...]
DIY Dishwasher Soap Tabs
These DIY dishwasher tabs are both convenient and work incredibly well. Premade dishwasher pods are all-natural, suitable for tackling hard-to-clean dishes, and of course, eco-friendly. This post was originally published April 1, 2019 There is nothing worse than a dishwasher stacked full of dirty, grimy dishes only to realize there is no dishwasher detergent left to clean them with! It looks like we'll have to resort back to the days of handwashing dishes. So roll up those sleeves and … [Read more...]
Homemade Wood Floor Cleaner That Shines
It doesn’t take much to make a natural wood floor cleaner! With only two ingredients, you can make a homemade wood floor cleaner that shines. Not only is it better for your budget and environmentally friendlier than store-bought cleaners, but it’s great for your health too. And you’ll be impressed with the results! Avoiding harsh chemicals and toxic smells is perfect if you have children or pets, or if you suffer from allergies. Cleaning hardwood floors naturally with … [Read more...]
DIY All-Natural Deodorant Stick
Have you ever tried making your own DIY natural deodorant? Because if you haven't, it's easier than you may think! Made with natural ingredients, you can actually pronounce; it smells and works great! We are all aware that we are exposed to a number of toxins every day, but would you believe that modern estimates show that number likely in the tens of thousands? Products like soaps, lotions, make-up, and deodorants are loaded with toxic ingredients, some of which include known … [Read more...]
Glowing Skin Face Mask
Do you love face masks as much as I do? If so, you’ll find this homemade honey face mask a real treat! Being indulgent and luxurious, it’s a great addition to an evening bathtime ritual or a once-a-week home pamper experience. I honestly swear by honey to give me glowing skin. It really is a wonder product. The best thing about honey is that it’s one of those kitchen staples - something we all have in the pantry. Given its 100% natural and gentle to the … [Read more...]
DIY All-Purpose House Cleaner
It's high time we make a natural house cleaner. Using natural cleaning products is a great way to save money, reduce hazardous environmental waste and is a much safer choice than using cleaners with potentially harmful chemicals. This simple 3 ingredient DIY all-purpose house cleaner uses only safe and sustainable ingredients. This post was originally published in August 2019 It has been over nine years since I began incorporating natural products into my home and daily routine. Starting … [Read more...]
