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...]
Bedtime Baby Lotion
Homemade baby lotion is exactly what every parent needs to have on hand for the nighttime routine. Made with soothing ingredients and calming essential oils, this sleep rub is perfect for a healthy night's sleep. Is bedtime a struggle in your home? My kids always seem to get their second wind just as the bedtime routine begins. This homemade bedtime baby lotion is the perfect lotion to rub on your child before bed to promote a good night's sleep. Having a bedtime routine can be very … [Read more...]
Homemade Bug Repellent Bracelet
Learn how to make a homemade bug repellent bracelet with essential oils to keep bugs away naturally. Using an essential oil diffuser bracelet is a great way to repel insects and receive aromatherapy benefits from essential oils. This DIY mosquito repellent bracelet can keep bugs away and can be customized any way you want it! Bug repellent bracelets also make a great gift for anyone on your list, and it is very practical. I can't believe it is already mid-August! Every year I get sad to … [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...]
Homemade Burn Salve
This homemade burn salve is the perfect DIY burn ointment for minor burns to help with the healing and keep the skin from scarring. Made with all-natural ingredients, this salve is great to have on hand for life's little emergencies. Have you ever wondered what to put on burns? Or how to heal burns quickly? This homemade burn salve is just the thing! It is made with soothing essential oils, coconut oil, and vitamin E oil to help heal and reduce signs of scarring. As careful as we … [Read more...]
Magnesium Oil Benefits and Uses
Magnesium is a common deficiency that most people don't even realize they have. Getting the proper amount of magnesium in your body can be very important for optimal health and overall wellness. Learn the benefits of magnesium oil and how to use it. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Get my full disclosure HERE. While I was pregnant with my first child, I had severe morning sickness with her. While researching what I … [Read more...]
Magnesium Lotion Recipe
Learn how to make magnesium lotion with this simple recipe. This recipe is made with natural ingredients that won't tingle or itch and will leave the skin smooth and moisturized. I recently announced that we are expecting baby #5 and how I have been struggling with morning sickness. Several of my followers reached out to me about the link between magnesium deficiency and morning sickness. With this being my 5th child, I have dealt with morning sickness before, and if you have ever had it, … [Read more...]
Soothing After Sun Lotion
Looking for sunburn relief? This soothing after-sun lotion is exactly what you need! It is made with moisturizing coconut oil, aloe vera gel, and essential oils that will leave your skin soft and cool. Summer is my favorite season, hands down. I love getting the kids outside and soaking up all that vitamin D. We spend most of the warm sunny days outside all day long. Most of the time, I lather the kids up in my homemade sunscreen and put hats on them, but sometimes I forget about myself. … [Read more...]
How to Make Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry syrup benefits overall wellness, the heart and can even help with inflammation. In addition, dried elderberries can be made into a delicious syrup to assist the immune system during the winter months. Elderberry syrup is especially great for the fall and winter months. I have been making elderberry syrup for years now, following the same original recipe as always. It is so easy to make, tastes amazing and is great for adults and kids over the age of one. PIN IT FOR … [Read more...]
DIY Shower Vapor Disks
DIY shower vapor disks work well when dealing with a stuffy nose or seasonal threats. A steam shower can open up airways and promote healthy breathing, and by adding essential oils, it can have aromatherapy benefits too. Have you ever taken a hot steamy shower when you had a cold? Or have you ever stood in a steamy bathroom holding a stuffy baby? I have! This natural remedy can be very helpful for opening up airways and helping to drain all of the junk. It is crazy how much a … [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...]
DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray
DIY hand sanitizer spray is something that everyone needs to have on hand. This essential oil hand sanitizer spray is so simple to make and works just as well as the store-bought kind. It is made with ONLY 2 all-natural ingredients. It was recently brought to my attention that I didn't have my DIY hand sanitizer spray on my blog. I had to double (even triple) check because I didn't believe the reader who told me this. It turns out she was right! How did I miss this one? … [Read more...]
Detoxifying Foot Bath Recipe
This detoxifying foot bath recipe is the ultimate way to end a long day. It is a perfect natural foot soak for a gentle detox of the body and stress relief. Easy DIY essential oil foot soak for all ages. A foot bath or soak can be just the thing your feet need after a long day. I spend most of the day on my feet, as I'm sure many of you do too. At the end of the day, when I sit down (or better yet, lay down), I will notice just how much I am on my feet. A good ol' … [Read more...]
How to Make Draw Salve
Learn how to make draw salve with this simple recipe. Draw salve can come in handy for removing splinters, relieving bee stings, and other skin irritations. It is made with natural ingredients, essential oils, and activated charcoal. Last week we had some beautiful fall weather, so I took my kid's apple picking with some friends. Well, one of the little girls went to pick an apple off the ground and was stung by a bee. I had some lavender in my bag and rolled it on her. Lavender is really … [Read more...]
All-Natural Vapor Rub
Making your own all-natural vapor rub is easy and effective. Follow this simple recipe to learn how to make and how to use this homemade vapor rub. ALL-NATURAL VAPOR RUB Let's first discuss why homemade! Vapor rubs are usually made with essential oils or a fragrance that smells similar to essential oil. Essential oils are not created equally, and I am pretty picky when it comes to the kind I use in my home. Unfortunately, the FDA doesn't have any … [Read more...]
5 Must-Have Essential Oil Roller Bottle Blends
With a large stash of essential oils in my home, I can hardly decide what to bring with me when I am out of the house. These 5 essential oil rollerball blends are the ones I never leave town without. I will show you exactly how to make them, how to use them, and why these are a must-have. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Get my full disclosure HERE. I never get far without an essential oil roller bottle (or ten) in my … [Read more...]
Benefits of Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil
Oil pulling with coconut oil for teeth has been shown to reduce bad breath, lessen plaque buildup and even whiten teeth. Have you heard of oil pulling? It is becoming quite the hype these days, and for a good reason. I have been oil pulling with coconut oil for quite some time now, and though it's been a struggle to stay consistent with it, I have been noticing some great results. The hardest part about oil pulling is not being able to talk for 20 minutes. I have tried doing … [Read more...]
My Experience with the GAPS Diet
Two years of clean eating and healthy living reversed my son's dairy intolerance, eczema, and digestive issues. I am excited to share my experience with the GAPS diet. If you have been one of the many MANY people who have requested that I post about my experience with the GAPS diet, thank you! I am very passionate about the GAPS diet and am so excited to write about it. For some reason, every time I sit down to write out my schedule, I kept forgetting to add this one to the … [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 Berkey water filter for our drinking water and a crystal ball bath dechlorinator for … [Read more...]
Essential Oil Roller Bottle for Healthy Finger Nails
Learn how to make an essential oil roller bottle for healthy fingernails. Best essential oils for cuticles and strengthening fingernails. My hands look more like a man who does manual labor than a women's hand. As a blogger, I spend lots of time typing, but as a mother (of 3 boys!), I also spend a lot of time in the dirt. I garden, do dishes, cook, and clean. All these things can be brutal on the ol' fingernails. Having pretty nails is something I dream about, … [Read more...]
