Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Whether you’re dealing with seasonal sniffles, a lingering tickle in your throat, or a cold that just won’t quit, these DIY homemade cough drops and lollipops are a sweet little lifesaver. Made with simple pantry ingredients and natural soothing agents, these homemade remedies are perfect for adults, kids, or anyone looking to skip the synthetic … Read More ...
“Despite all the progress that’s been made since the early 1900s, little about tampons or sanitary pads has really changed since they were first introduced almost one hundred years ago. Miacup is a modern, liberating way to deal with menstrual hygiene and one that solves many of the problems associated with traditional, antiquated methods.” … Read More ...
There’s nothing quite like fresh, polished nails to make you feel put-together, even if you’re just lounging at home in your comfiest pyjamas. But let’s be honest—salon visits aren’t always convenient, and they can get expensive fast. The good news? You can give yourself a salon-quality manicure … Read More ...
I was talking to my hippy friend Paul at my pilates class a few months back about some of the health issues that were bothering me of late. A big believer in all things natural my ears perked up when Paul informed me that ” it all came down to magnesium” upon further discussion I … Read More ...
Soap!!!! I have not really posted about soap of late, so today I am sharing with you a link to Crafty Gemini’s YOUTUBE video tutorial on how to make soap from scratch using the cold process method. This video is perfect for beginners. Click here to see it for yourself. Upon closer inspection of Crafty … Read More ...
There is something mildly horrifying about looking down at a favourite ring or necklace and realising it has gone from “sparkly and loved” to “did I dig this out of the back of a drawer from 1998?” Jewellery has a funny way of collecting everything — lotion, soap residue, perfume, hairspray, body oils, dust, and … Read More ...
Do you remember years ago when you had a cold and your mum would put Vick’s
in a bowl with boiling water and you would put your head over the bowl with a towel thrown over the top to keep the steam and heat locked in while you took deep breaths to help clear all … Read More ...
There are some household smells you can politely ignore… and then there are carpet smells. Anyone who has ever dealt with pets, kids, damp winter rooms, or the dreaded “someone was sick on the carpet” situation knows exactly what I mean. You clean the spot, you open the windows, you convince yourself it’s gone — … Read More ...
Bicarbonate of soda 
or baking soda
has many different uses in the household. Although much more expensive products have been developed over the years to do the same jobs, baking soda can work for you just as well, if not better. Use it in the following ways:
1. To make your own baking powder, stir … Read More ...
This remedy lets you sleep very sound all night. Not to be taken by children ( for obvious reasons )
1-lemon
1/4-cup maple syrup
1/4-cup hot water
2-tablespoons brandy
Squeeze all the juice out of the lemon.
Mix lemon juice with the 1/4 cup maple syrup. Then add 1/4th-cup hot water, and 2 tablespoons of … Read More ...
Heres a simple recipe for making your own hand sanitizer, easy to make and at least you will know what is in it 🙂
YOU WILL NEED
1 cup Aloe Vera Gel
(or you can make your own)
3/4 cup of rubbing alcohol
2 teaspoons vegetable glycerin
8-10 drops tea tree or lavender essential oil … Read More ...
Hate throwing away money on disposable items. Ladies how much do you spend a month on tampons and pads? I started my periods at 12, so for the last 19 years, I have spent a staggering $4,560 Aussie dollars on flushing things down the toilet.
What a waste of money and resources!
Never one to … Read More ...
WHO ARE VAPOUR ORGANIC BEAUTY?
Vapour
is a new prestige beauty company set to revolutionize the luxury beauty market with its innovative delivery system, unparalleled skin affinity and sophisticated color artistry. In a market filled with thousands of similar products distinguished only by packaging and branding, Vapour shines as the first truly 21st century … Read More ...
Always a fan of all things “Natural” We all know breastmilk is best but have any of you considered the effect breastmilk could quite possibly have on the skin and by skin I mean the WHOLE body !!!
We use Goats Milk in soap to alleviate all types of skin problems. Imagine the possibilities if … Read More ...
Here are some great tips on how you can use lemons in everyday use. These tips have come via Foe.co.uk.
1. Hair – For extra shine, dilute 1 tsp lemon juice in a cup of water, and use to rinse your hair after shampooing.
2. Hands – Remove smells and stains with a rub of … Read More ...
