Learn how to make your own laundry detergent, 5 gallons worth, that is, for less than two dollars using just a handful of natural ingredients. This homemade laundry soap is a great way to reduce waste; it works great and is simple to make! So much so, I make 5 gallons at a time! Making laundry soap is a great place to start when getting rid of harmful and potentially toxic cleaning products from your home. For example, anyone can make it, and it requires very little time, ingredients, or … [Read more...]
Homemade Mouthwash with Spearmint
Are you looking for a natural alternative mouthwash? Homemade mouthwash freshens and deodorizes bad breath using natural, sustainable ingredients. This homemade spearmint mouthwash will leave the breath fresh as well as cleanse and purify the mouth with its safe, natural ingredients. Mouthwash is simple to make, and once you start using it, you will never want to go back to conventional. This mouthwash recipe uses essential oils, which are very potent. Before making mouthwash, make sure … [Read more...]
DIY Women’s Perfume
Make your own naturally fragranced DIY women's perfumes using essential oils with a full video tutorial and printable labels. I mostly use my oils for skincare recipes but recently discovered the fun of making perfumes. Most essential oils smell amazing, and combining different ones together is a fun way to make an all-natural perfume or body mist. Using essential oils for perfume is a great alternative to artificially scented perfume, and your body will also profit from the … [Read more...]
DIY Men’s Cologne Using Essential Oils
This DIY cologne is made using the perfect blends and concentration levels of essential oils for a long-lasting, yet not overpowering scent. And, this natural men's cologne uses only all-natural ingredients that are safe for the skin and smells great! How to Make Cologne | Avoiding Artificial Ingredients Conventional cologne is made using synthetic fragrances and chemicals; that according to draxe.com, synthetic fragrances contain carcinogens, respiratory irritants, environmental … [Read more...]
Homemade Stain Remover
Learn how to make homemade stain remover that is all-natural, cost-efficient, and extremely effective. DIY stain remover can work on wooden furniture, walls, and upholstery. DIY stain remover can easily be made at home with ingredients you most likely already have on hand. It works wonders on furniture, vanities, and fabrics to remove the most stubborn of stains. Living in a house with 4 little kids can really get messy at times. We have had markers on the walls and ketchup on … [Read more...]
Coconut Rosemary Homemade Shampoo
Making your own shampoo is simple and will leave your hair soft and moisturized. This coconut rosemary homemade shampoo is made with nourishing ingredients, rosemary essential oil and coconut milk. Homemade shampoo with coconut milk and rosemary essential oil can help to strengthen and lengthen your hair. It will cleanse your hair without stripping its natural oils, allowing your hair to be more healthy. I love and use only natural shampoo for my hair. Purchasing the out-of-the-norm … [Read more...]
Homemade Deodorant without Baking Soda
Making your own deodorant can be a great option for sensitive skin. This homemade deodorant is made with all-natural ingredients, scented with essential oils and without baking soda, making it the ultimate deodorant for sensitive skin. Homemade deodorant is simple to make and only requires a few ingredients. It is very soothing for the skin and works great for both women and men. Scented with essential oils, you can customize it just the way you want. Deodorants can be loaded with … [Read more...]
How to Make Mothballs
Learn how to make mothballs with this simple tutorial. Mothballs can help keep your most precious linens and clothing safe in storage. These homemade mothballs are made using all-natural herbs and essential oils. I remember always having mothballs in the back of my dresser as a kid. We lived in a very old farmhouse growing up. I thought it was just another one of those "old house things." If you ever lived in an old house, you know the things I am talking about. This post was written … [Read more...]
Homemade Shower Gel | Natural and Moisturizing
Homemade shower gel is made with natural ingredients and is very moisturizing for the skin. This shower gel recipe is simple to make and will leave your skin feeling smooth, silky and cleansed. Making your own bath and beauty products can seem pretty overwhelming. That is what I thought until I made my first DIY, but in actuality, it can really be quite simple. This homemade shower gel recipe is no different, and it has hydrating and moisturizing properties that will leave your … [Read more...]
Ultimate Relaxing Bath Bombs
These ultimate relaxing bath bombs are made with natural ingredients and lavender essential oil. Lavender bath bombs can be the best way to wind down after a long stressful day. These homemade bath bombs are laid out for you using a simple recipe or video tutorial. There is nothing better than a warm bath with a lavender bath bomb after a long day. Handmade bath bombs are actually very simple to make. It is also easy to modify this recipe and really show off your creative side by … [Read more...]
Homemade Lotion Recipe
This homemade lotion recipe is made with all-natural ingredients like coconut oil and vitamin E oil to help moisturize and soothe dry, cracked skin. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Get my full disclosure HERE. I love to make my own skincare products. And the best part about DIY-ing skincare is that you won't need a ton of ingredients to revamp your entire routine. I find that once you have things like coconut oil, … [Read more...]
DIY Hand Sanitizer Gel
All-natural hand sanitizer gel is very simple to make and works effectively at cleansing hands, without the harsh chemicals found in conventional hand sanitizer. This DIY post will show you how to make hand sanitizer using only 3 ingredients. Safe for adults, kids, and babies. I have recently shared my DIY hand sanitizer spray due to the recent pandemic going on in the world. I truly believe that prevention can be the most effective in situations like this and keeping our hands clean is … [Read more...]
Coconut Oil Lip Scrub
Sugar lip scrub is the best remedy for chapped lips. Learn how to make coconut oil lip scrub, honey lip scrub, and a brown sugar lip scrub with these simple tutorials. This DIY lip scrub is made with all-natural ingredients and essential oils that will naturally soothe dry, chapped lips. COCONUT OIL LIP SCRUB Coconut oil has amazing benefits for the skin and can be especially helpful for dry skin. I make my own chapstick, but when my lips need a little extra TLC, I love to make … [Read more...]
All-Natural Dish Soap Bar
Homemade dish soap bars are made with simple ingredients and can effectively cut grease and grime. By using an organic soap base, no special tools are required for this simple 2 ingredient project. ALL-NATURAL DISH SOAP BAR I find myself standing at the kitchen sink with my hands in warm soapy water far more often than I would like, ha! But seriously, doing dishes is that job that literally never ends, kind of like laundry. As soon as I catch up, it is time for the next … [Read more...]
Deodorize Garbage Disposal
Deodorize your garbage disposal with these easy all-natural DIY garbage disposal cleaner tabs. These are a completely effective drain odor eliminator for those smelly garbage disposals. Cleaning out the garbage disposal is probably not on your long list of to-do's, am I right? There are way too many things to think about, and cleaning the garbage disposal isn't one of them! I will say that it can get stinky, and I have a quick hack to deodorize the garbage disposal that you will … [Read more...]
DIY Leave-In Conditioner
Making your own DIY leave-in conditioner is simple to make and will leave your hair feeling well moisturized. Learn how to make a leave-in conditioner with coconut milk or aloe vera, as well as a DIY leave-in conditioner for hair growth. Each recipe is made with natural ingredients that are very cost-friendly. DIY LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER Most conventional hair products will be full of harsh chemicals and toxic ingredients that are best to stay away from. Making your own … [Read more...]
5 Anti-Aging Serum Recipes
Learn how to make 5 anti-aging face serum recipes for all skin types. Simple to make face serum recipes that will leave your skin glowing and moisturized while reducing wrinkles and fine lines. BEST HOMEMADE ANTI-AGING SERUM Making your own anti-aging serum recipes at home is simple and will save you time and money! For me, it can be overwhelming walking through the skincare aisle at the store or even searching for products online. How can I choose? There are so many … [Read more...]
How to Make a Shampoo Bar
This is the best homemade shampoo bar! Made with cocoa butter, vitamin E oil, essential oils, and a melt and pour soap base. MELT AND POUR SHAMPOO BAR I recently posted a melt and pour soap bar and mentioned that it was so fun to make and somewhat addicting. Immediately I wanted to learn how to make a shampoo bar. I have always wanted to experiment with a shampoo bar recipe, but just like the soap, I was scared away. The idea of using lye and all the special equipment sounded … [Read more...]
Homemade Soap Recipe | Melt and Pour
The easiest homemade soap recipe using a delightful shea butter melt and pour soap base. Melt and pour soap takes away the worry of mixing the lye and it requires no special equipment. This soap bar recipe is fully customizable, so you can make it just the way you like it! HOMEMADE SOAP RECIPE Melt and pour soaps are a great way to ease into soap making. The bars can still be fully customized with your choice of color and scent, while the critical step of measuring out the … [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. A DIY hair mask is a deep conditioning treatment that can be extremely beneficial for dry, frizzy or damaged hair. They can be made in several different ways depending on your hair type. Making your own hair … [Read more...]
