Do you struggle with greasy hair? Or are you trying to make the switch to natural hair products and the hair is simply not cooperating? By using a DIY dry shampoo made with only 2 ingredients, your dream of having a natural hair care routine can now become a reality! As a busy mom, I don't have the time to wash my hair daily. And honestly, I don't want to. In fact, daily washes can actually be bad for your hair! Overwashing strips the hair of its natural oils and leads to a dry, itchy … [Read more...]
Homemade Sugar Scrub
Homemade sugar scrub is an inexpensive way to give yourself a spa day at home. It's also great for removing makeup before bedtime. And with only 3 ingredients that you likely already have on hand, now is the perfect time to make this simple, natural exfoliant. Something about a sugar body scrub makes me feel fancy. Maybe because of the way my skin looks after I'm done? Regardless, I always love having a jar of it on my bathroom vanity. And since this recipe can be made for practically … [Read more...]
Moisturizing Whipped Body Butter Recipe | Non-Greasy
Have you tried making whipped body butter before? This homemade whipped body butter recipe is simple to follow, uses natural, sustainable ingredients, and is safe for all skin types. I love using my essential oils to make natural products for my home for a few reasons: it's cost-effective, they work, and it helps me get rid of toxins in my home. According to the EWG, women are exposed to over 160 chemicals daily! So having natural homemade body cream and body butter like this one to fall … [Read more...]
DIY Sea Salt Spray For Wavy Beach Hair
Want that wavy beach hair? Well, now you can with this natural sea salt spray to hold those locks and give you that "I just walked off the beach" look. This simple recipe is ready in under 10 minutes and could not be easier to make! A beach is a beautiful place, the sun, the waves, and of course the salt water. Years ago, I remembered my sister joking that she wanted to bottle up some ocean water to use in her hair because she loved how the salt water adds texture to the hair and … [Read more...]
2 Ingredient All Natural Foaming Hand Soap Recipe
Making a hand soap is such a simple DIY recipe and one that I use every day. After creating this homemade foaming hand soap recipe years ago, we were able to do away with regular hand soap entirely. Now, we are able to save money and reduce waste by making our own using simple ingredients! I have been asked so many times, "Why make your own hand soap?" Well, we go through a lot of soap, and I try to be somewhat conscious of what I am putting on my body. I have come to realize … [Read more...]
DIY Lip Balm with Coconut Oil For Dry, Chapped Lips
If you are looking for a long-lasting, hydrating lip balm made with natural ingredients, you are going to love this DIY lip balm recipe. I hope you love saving money and using natural, eco-friendly ingredients in all your DIYs; I know I do! I've been making this recipe every winter for years to help with my dry lips. It's such an easy recipe to make and is extremely cost-efficient! Like many of my DIYs, I use many of the same ingredients as my DIY lip gloss and lipstick recipes. … [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...]
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...]
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. My homemade sugar scrub … [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...]
DIY All Natural Sunscreen Recipe
This DIY natural sunscreen recipe is surprisingly easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and helps protect your skin while you enjoy the outdoors! 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. ;) Did you know that the vast … [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...]
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...]
How to Make Homemade Conditioner
A homemade conditioner is so much more than a hair softener for more manageable hair. A natural hair conditioner is necessary to hydrate, strengthen, thicken and support healthy hair. This recipe has been updated on April 17, 2023 As a beauty care enthusiast and recipe developer, some of my favorite DIYs involve body care; soaps, shampoos, and conditioners. Hair conditioner is for everyone, although not every hair conditioner is suitable for every person. For me, my hair is pin … [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 natural perfumes. Most essential oils smell amazing, and combining different ones together is a fun way to make an all-natural perfume or homemade body mist. Using essential oils for perfume is a great alternative to artificially scented perfume, and your body will … [Read more...]
DIY Lip Gloss
Have you ever wondered how to make lip gloss at home? Learn how to make natural lip gloss with only 4-ingredients! This easy recipe is made with all-natural ingredients, is soothing to dry lips, and only costs pennies per tube to make. DIY lip gloss is so fun to make and can be customized any way you want. The main ingredients needed to make lip gloss at home are olive oil, coconut oil, mango butter, and beeswax. I recommend taking it a step further by adding in color as well as … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Chlorine Exposure This Summer
Learn how to reduce chlorine exposure this summer while swimming. After swimming, detox spray and protecting lotion recipes included. Do you spend a lot of your summer in the pool? I know we do! Sounds harmless, right? Well, not exactly! Most pools are full of chlorine, and overexposure can be harmful. In my home, I work hard to minimize the amount of chlorine we are exposed to. We use a water filter for our drinking water and a crystal ball bath de-chlorinator for our bathwater. So it … [Read more...]
Simple Bath Bomb Recipe
Don't let bath bomb making scare you like it did me for so long! With this simple bath bomb recipe, you will learn how to make bath bombs and be relaxing in the tub before the day is up. I have seen bath bombs at Bath and Body Works, farmer markets, and even booths at the fair, and I even bought a few. I love a nice relaxing bath with a bath bomb, and my kids even love them more. They get really excited to watch them fizz and take turns holding it in their hands to feel the … [Read more...]
How to Make All Natural Shampoo | Simple Recipe using Essential Oils
Making your own natural shampoo recipe is so easy. This recipe is made with just three ingredients and can be made in minutes. I love that I can make my own shampoo and cut down on toxins in the process. I have been making this particular shampoo for years, and it is still my go-to shampoo recipe. I have since created several other shampoo recipes to match various hair types, but this one continues to be my favorite for regular use. I guess that may be in part because it's made with … [Read more...]
5 DIY Face Wash Recipes for All Skin Types
These 5 DIY face wash recipes are simple to make and are all-natural. Choose the recipe that is right for your skin to make a custom face wash that will cleanse and protect. Looking through all the different face wash options at the store can be overwhelming! One for dry skin, oily skin, acne-prone skin, scrubs, cleansers, different colors, and scents. Where do you start? Did you know that you can make your own face wash with a few ingredients you probably have in your pantry? … [Read more...]
