Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Who like myself is GUILTY of neglecting there feet?
Being a mother of 2 who is constantly on the go, by the end of the day my feet are sore, swollen and dry. I don’t have the time, money or inclination to hang out at Day Spas getting a pedicure ( and even when I … Read More ...
Soapylove was started in 2006 by Debbie Chialtas. Debbie discovered glycerin soap crafting whilst pregnant with her son. The beautiful colors, designs, and shapes that are possible with “melt and pour” sparked her creative passion. She loved being able to create something super special, completely usable, and totally adorable! ( And she has )… Read More ...
HERBAL INFUSIONS
Infusions are a easily made, if you have ever made a cup of tea, you have made an infusion. In an infusion the softer more delicate parts of a plant are used ( flowers & leaves )
Cut or crush the herb into small pieces before making the infusion.
MAKING AN INFUSION
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Rinses can be made from vinegars, or herbal vinegars, infusions & decoctions. They are effective in balancing and healing both the scalp and the hair. A cool rinse can also help close the hair cuticles, resulting in greater shine.
I promised a recipe for a hair rinse today. A strong infusion of … Read More ...
Women ( & men ) have used natural oils as conditioners for hundreds of years.
This simple recipe restores damaged hair and eradicates dandruff. Warming the oil( not to hot though ) before use helps it better penetrate the hair shaft.
HOT OIL & GINGER HAIR RESTORER
3 Tablespoons Cold Pressed Olive Oil.
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Below is a free DIY recipe for an all natural chemical free shampoo that you can make yourself at home.
Think of the money you will save by making your own DIY shampoo using the following recipe.
Use this as a base and add your own essential oils to suit your hair type.
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This week I have decided is “Hair Week” So I will be sharing quick and simple hair recipes/ techniques for all of this week.
Have you ever noticed when you use a particular type of hair product with time your hair just does not style like it used to the very first time you used … Read More ...
Brought to my attention by Lauren, herbalist and medicine maker with Good Fight Herb Co. She wanted to share with you a very unique and loving Valentines Day Gift Package that she created with the help of friends, “Blades Natural Beauty” and “Paperfinger”. The CARE (about you!) PACKAGE is one of … Read More ...
STILL LOOKING FOR THAT PERFECT TINTED MOISTURISER ?
While there are many excellent tinted moisturizers on the market, you may find that some are too dark, too light, too heavy, or not moisturising enough
The great news is that hiding in your makeup bag is all the things you need to make your own
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Here is a tutorial on how to make some really cute snow globe soaps that was brought to my attention via Charm Bracelet Diva These can be used year-round, not just at Christmas!
Click here for full list of ingredients and directions on how to make these yourself
I had a mini brainstorm on … Read More ...
As someone who loves to save money and enjoys DIY projects, stumbling upon Why Not Sew’s blog was a real treat. I was amazed to find a recipe for creating your own liquid laundry detergent that’s not only cost-effective but also super easy to make. … Read More ...
Now that the kids are back at school will you be like me and checking your childs hair for lice on a regular basis .
Fortunately the days of just shaving ones head and dipping it in kerosene are long gone.
Try this concentrated aromatherapy blend to eliminate headlice.
Combine in a glass bottle the … Read More ...
SAVING THE WORLD ONE WASHLOAD AT A TIME
A washing detergent that grows on trees…literally – soapnuts are an environmentally friendly sustainably produced (naturally sundried), bio-degradable and compostable way of cleaning your laundry.
To find out more about soap nuts click here
And here for recipes and how to use soapnuts.
A long time ago a deep tan used to be a sign of wealth and good health as only the rich could afford to lie around in the sun all day. Skip forward to modern day where we fortunately realise it is not so. I have previously mentioned recipes for “faking the tan “ Today … Read More ...
It’s the end of the day your getting ready to go to bed. You open the cupboard and realise your fresh out of eye makeup remover never fear here are some recipes for homemade eye makeup remover found on “Tipnut” Health & Beauty Blog as well as a list of various household items that can … Read More ...
