Don’t ignore your cuticles! Make this DIY cuticle oil and slather it on, especially in winter, to maintain nail health and improve the condition of your nails. It contains four natural ingredients that nurture and soften the cuticles, helping moisturize the nail bed and improve nail strength. Ah, winter. Don’t you love how the cold weather makes everything so dry, cracked, and limp? (OK, enough of my sarcasm now!) But really, I don’t so much … [Read more...]
DIY Charcoal Peel-Off Mask
Making your own DIY charcoal peel-off mask will leave your skin soft, clear, and, best of all, blackhead free! By using ingredients such as activated charcoal, bentonite clay and gelatin, this DIY charcoal peel-off mask recipe is the natural solution for removing blackheads naturally. And similar to this glowing skin face mask, your face will look smooth, bright, and more youthful! You'll find an assortment of ingredients for this recipe, including activated charcoal. Activated … [Read more...]
Cleaning Windows with Vinegar
Discover the eco-friendly and cost-friendly way to clean your home windows! Vinegar is a fantastic ingredient and tool to use for a streak-free finish, and it is better for your health, too, being 100% natural and free of chemicals. Cleaning windows with vinegar takes me right back to my childhood. Watching my Grandmother spritz vinegar on the windows in her home and wipe it over, finishing with dry newspaper to get rid of the smears. Funny story, but I was that odd kid who … [Read more...]
5 Christmas Soap Recipes | Melt and Pour
Learn how to make the easiest melt and pour soap bars for Christmas this year. These Christmas soap recipes are the perfect homemade gift idea for anyone on your shopping list, including that hard-to-shop-for person - we all know that someone. For these Christmas recipes, simplicity is key! Hence the melt and pour soap base. Taking out that extra step was a lifesaver for me this year. Make sure you look at each of the recipes in this post before deciding on which one to make, as some … [Read more...]
Natural Nails Care & Strengthening Tips
Gone are the days of needing nasty chemicals on your nails to create that beautiful look! Your natural nails - with tender loving care and time to breathe will look amazing in no time. Follow these simple tips to grow your own healthy, strong natural nails. It's worth it! The natural nails look is in! There are not many of us who don't crave the natural nail look! Gone are the days when fashion tips shaped like a coffin were on trend. The natural nail look is in at last. And … [Read more...]
Deodorize Garbage Disposal
Get rid of that smelly kitchen skink odor by deodorizing your garbage disposal. These hands-free garbage disposal cleaner tabs are especially effective drain odor eliminators for all things drain! Cleaning out the garbage disposal is probably not on your long list of to-do's, am I right? But, unfortunately, while there are many things to think about, cleaning the garbage disposal isn't one of them! However, no one wants to deal with garbage disposal smells either. So I came up with some … [Read more...]
DIY Hair Mask | Simple Recipes
Learn how to make a DIY hair mask with these simple recipes. Moisturizing hair masks can benefit all hair types, from dry hair to damaged hair and even oily hair. I will show you how to apply a hair mask and simple hair mask ingredients that you probably already have on hand. This post was updated in October 2022. What does a hair mask do? An at-home hair mask is a deep conditioning treatment that can be extremely beneficial for dry, frizzy or damaged hair. They can be made in … [Read more...]
An Easy Fix for When Your Washer Smells Like Mildew
Washer smells like mildew? Don't worry; we've all been there! Try this simple DIY cleaning solution using only two ingredients. It'll leave your washer smelling fresh and clean in no time. Follow along with me for step-by-step instructions. Of all the smells in the household list of chores - a washer that smells like mildew is pretty grim (I’m sure you agree.) But we all have to face it at some point. So …. let’s get to it! There are loads of mass-produced washing machine … [Read more...]
Homemade Hair Toner | Top 3 Recipes
Homemade hair toner is simple to make and perfect for those unwanted undertones that often come with dyed hair. Check out these three all-natural recipes to tone your hair at home. This post was originally published in November 2020. Homemade hair toner is easy to make, and you probably have most of the ingredients needed to make it on hand already. I love that I can use this recipe to personalize my specific hair color. As for you hair dyers out there, toner is the perfect way to … [Read more...]
DIY eyebrow gel
A wonderfully natural, homemade DIY eyebrow gel that uses just 3 ingredients. Perfect for grooming and keeping eyebrows neat, as well as adding that desired tint to fill in any gaps - leaving eyebrows looking lush and voluminous! A natural eyebrow gel and tint in one product? Sounds fantastic, doesn't it? I, for one, am forever grooming my runaway eyebrows. And truth be told, I hate plucking my eyebrows to keep them in shape - so I tend not to do so much! This is why … [Read more...]
How to Make Aftershave
Learning how to make aftershave has never been easier with this simple recipe. This homemade aftershave looks great, smells even better and feels fantastic on the skin! Plus, with its natural ingredients, this is the perfect way to remedy that pesky razor burn. This post was originally published in December 2019 and updated in October 2022 Whether you are a man or woman, if you're looking for an incredibly soothing aftershave, especially one to help close pores and reduce the chances … [Read more...]
Shower Melts Recipe
This simple shower melts recipe is made with common household ingredients and infused with essential oils. What a great way to deliver a luxurious fragrance to relax the body and mind! This post was published in September 2018 and updated in September 2022. Admittingly, my ultra-relaxing night would be a long hot bath with salts, oils, and candles. I'd have a good book in hand, and the kids would be sound asleep. The scenario above is more of a fantasy in this household, and while I … [Read more...]
How to Dry Brush
Dry brushing is a simple task you can add to your daily routine that will take less than 5 minutes and won't cost you a thing. So grab your brush because we are going to learn how to dry brush properly, as well as the many benefits of dry brushing. What is dry brushing? The words "dry brushing" can be found floating around almost everywhere nowadays. And yet, there isn't really anything new about it at all. Dry brushing has been used for hundreds of years. The benefits of dry … [Read more...]
Best Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Kids
Kids Diffuser Blends are perfect for adding a little scent to your home. These scented oils blend well in any type of diffuser and are safe for all ages. This post was published in December 2018 and updated in September 2022 Kids' diffuser blends come in many different scents, so there's something for everyone! And depending on who you ask in our home, the diffuser is as important as the fragrance coming out of the machine! With the wide variety of diffuser designs … [Read more...]
Homemade Gel Air Freshener | Simple Gift Idea
Learn how to make your own homemade gel air freshener using 3 simple ingredients. Full video tutorial, printable recipe, and my favorite essential oil blends. What is a gel air freshener? It's essentially a hands-free room spray in which the fragrance is slowly released into the air over a period of time. Depending on how they are made, they can last anywhere from several days to several months. This particular solid air freshener is inexpensive and lasts for several weeks. Plus, you … [Read more...]
3 DIY Linen Sprays for Your Home
The fresh scent of newly sprayed linen. Mmmmmm! Or recently washed linen, maybe? Both are equally pleasing. Yet a DIY linen spray is an essential alternative to use on things that simply can’t be washed. Stuff like couches, chairs, and those intricate sparkly evening dresses that must avoid the washer at all costs. We’ve all got them in our households, I know! DIY linen spray In this post, I’m sharing my top 3 DIY linen sprays, which smell amazing and are full … [Read more...]
Solid Essential Oil Perfume
Learn how to make perfume using natural and sustainable ingredients that you can feel good about putting on your skin. And while you're at it, double this recipe and give one as a thoughtful gift this holiday season. This post was originally published in May 2019 and updated in August 2022 There is something special about applying perfume before running into the office or as you head out for a weekend dinner and a movie. Maybe that is just the mom in me talking who will jump at any … [Read more...]
How to Unclog a Bathroom Sink
Of all the necessary jobs around the house, unclogging the bathroom sink is undoubtedly at the bottom of the fun list. So if you’re eager to know how to unclog a bathroom sink in an easier, more effective way - by this, I mean without resorting to nasty chemicals or ripping your hands to shreds - read on! Let’s face it, unclogging the bathroom sink is a dirty, messy job and needs doing way more frequently than any other sink in the house. The bathroom gets so much use - with … [Read more...]
Whipped Lavender Sugar Scrub
Whipped sugar scrub will leave your skin smooth, rejuvenated, and exfoliated. Make this scrub for a thoughtful homemade gift, or include it in your next in-home spa night. This post was published in December 2020 and updated in August 2022. Homemade whipped sugar scrub is a simple recipe made with coconut oil, sugar, and lavender essential oil. It has incredible benefits for the skin and can remove dead skin cells leaving your skin soft and smooth. Sugar scrub was one of the … [Read more...]
DIY Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse
Apple cider vinegar is found in many hair care beauty products to promote shine, cleanse the hair, reduce tangle, and so much more! This post was originally published in November 2020. So it should come as no surprise that this DIY apple cider vinegar hair rinse can be used for greasy and oily hair and dandruff with its many uses. And while apple cider vinegar (ACV) is definitely not an alternative to shampoo, it can be used in place of a conditioner. Why you'll love this hair … [Read more...]
