Learn how easy it is to make Bath Fizzies and Bath Bombs with Soap Queen on Soap Queen TV! Bath Bombs are so easy and economical to make but they have a reputation for being tricky to create. Let Soap Queen show you how simple and fun making bath fizzies can be. … Read More ...
DIY: Men’s Bath & Body Products
Most of the recipes and projects I share here are more geared towards women. But why not whip up some nice handmade bath & body products for the special man in your life? BathBodySupply.com shares several recipes on their blog men are sure to love, including Cool Mint Aftershave and Woodsy Aftershave Lotion.… Read More ...
DIY: Watermelon Sherbet Scrub
Nothing says summer like watermelon, so why not treat yourself to a refreshing Watermelon Sherbet Scrub? The Natural Beauty Workshop shares the recipe & instructions on their blog.… Read More ...
DIY: Graduation Party Favors
Soap Queen recently posted a tutorial for unique Graduation Party Favors. These easy melt and pour graduation scrolls can be customized to feature your favorite school colors.… Read More ...
Boost for Radiant Summer Skin
Summer is approaching and as the weather changes, so does our skin. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Summer belongs to the Fire element. It is the most yang of all of the elements. This is the season when things really start to heat up – including our skin. The sun plays a large role … Read More ...
Fun Summer Party Idea – Make Soap!
Looking for a unique party idea this summer? Check out Soapylove’s blog for a video tutorial on how to throw a glycerin soap making party. You can also purchase the e-zine, Let’s Get Soapy, which comes with the printable name tags and station signs.… Read More ...
Shift Your Habit and Look Beautiful for Less
Want to go green, but not ready to give up on beauty products? Good news: you don’t have to, according to Mother Nature Network! This article gives tips on how to shift your habit, including making your own beauty products. You will save lots of money & have a positive effect on the environment. A … Read More ...
DIY: Cooling Pedi-Mist
Nothing is quite as refreshing as a pedicure during the hot summer months. But who has the time or budget to get one as often as we’d like? Not me! Thankfully we can all treat ourselves to a nice Cooling Pedi-Mist courtesy of this recipe.… Read More ...
DIY: Homemade Laundry Detergent
Great Cakes Soapworks recently blogged about a Homemade Laundry Detergent Recipe. She suggests using a recipe found at Modern Cottage, but replace the Fels-Naptha soap with some Great Cakes Soapworks Old-Fashioned Orange Essence Lye Soap.
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DIY: Bath Tea for Varicose Veins
DeShawn Marie shares a Bath Tea recipe for varicose veins on her blog. She notes that she is currently testing this recipe out, but would like to go ahead and share it to see if anyone else benefits from this wonderful natural bath for varicose veins.… Read More ...
DIY: Blue Man Cold Process Soap
Learn how to make this funky Blue Man Cold Process Soap with Soap Queen’s tutorial. Be sure to check out her videos regarding safety precautions and basic instructions, as well.… Read More ...
Vegan Beauty Recipes
As The Natural Beauty Workshop points out, one of the great things about making your own handmade skin and hair care products is that you can control what is or isn’t inside them. Their round-up of Vegan Recipes makes it easy to create beauty products that are in line with your needs & beliefs. Have … Read More ...
DIY: Extra Fancy Eczema Moisturizer
Instructables user belsey shares a tutorial for creating an extra special moisturizer you can make at home.
Makeup Tips for Glasses Wearers
I come across a lot of makeup tips, but not a lot specifically for women that wear glasses. Beauty Fool shares a few tips for those who do wear glasses.… Read More ...
DIY: Cooling Cucumber & Mint Body Oil
The Natural Beauty Workshop created a recipe for a Cooling Cucumber & Mint Body Oil that was designed with shaving in mind. The essential oils, Chamomile & Spearmint, will soothe & cool skin that may be irritated as a result from shaving. The Oil can be applied directly to bare legs, and massaged into the … Read More ...