Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Okay, before the eye-rolls and cheeky comments start flying, let’s take a deep breath and remember—not everything is about kinky sex! Sure, that’s one reason someone might reach for a little extra glide, but for many of us, lubrication is a genuine necessity, not a novelty.
Let’s talk real life for a second. Whether … Read More ...
1/2 cup of shea butter
Essential oils of choice (optional)
Ice cube tray or suitable mold
Start by melting down your Shea Butter. I used the microwave at 30 second intervals for my butter. Next stir in 10-15 drops of an essential oil of your choice. I used a tired legs blend but you … Read More ...
Making your own toothpaste seems rather frugal but most people who make their own products are doing it for totally different reasons. Sometimes DIY is more expensive than store bought, it’s usually about chemicals and additives. Do you know what is in your store bought toothpaste? This DIY toothpaste has every single ingredient listed. There … Read More ...
You may have heard of this natural remedy before but have you actually tried it? Use Cypress Essential oil to calm an over active bladder and reduce and potentially cure bedtime accidents. Does it sound too good to be true? Well when it comes to essential oils it is pretty hard to believe that they … Read More ...
These popsicles are Essential oils for your Soul. These Popsicles are made using yoghurt, honey and Lavender flowers. As we all know Lavender has so many different healing properties. Definitely a well being pick me up treat !
Looking for more Lavender projects and DIY Ideas? More Lavender Projects… Read More ...
When I was growing up with Essential oil diffusers
were called Oil burners. The product hasn’t changed only the name. This is a tutorial of making your own diffuser. Some of you may be wondering why it’s a good idea to make your own. One thing I always had a problem with was getting them … Read More ...
This is a scary thought and you only have to read the article to know that even if it’s exaggerated it still makes sense not to be inhaling this stuff.
Scroll down to the bottom of the article for the DIY non toxic recipe.
You may also like this tutorial for these DIY Dryer Balls… Read More ...
1 cup of Bi-carbonate Soda or Baking soda
water
10-15 drops of Essential oils or an Essential oil blend
2tbs Calendula Flowers or Lavender buds (optional)
Plastic mold/ Muffin tray
I love a good sugar scrub when I have had a hard weekend in the garden. I love to be able to scrub away the work and dirt. This sugar scrub is perfect for gift giving and is very easy to make.
The main ingredients are calendula infused oil , pure essential oils, water and beeswax. The result is a thick, creamy lotion that you can apply night or day. The free recipe and tutorial can be found here.
Have you ever wondered why mosquitoes bite some people and not others? We have been told different things over the years. Some say its because of your Deodorant, perfume and even food that you eat. But it’s a whole lot MORE complicated than that according to this new study.
Basically you don’t have a … Read More ...
How adorable is this? Perfect For Easter gift giving. This springtime sugar scrub can actually be made using any recipe you have on hand. It’s the packaging that set’s it off. This recipe comes with a free printable label. Perfect for School fund-raisers and craft stalls.
I literally just went to spell a bag of Rice to see what it actually smells like. Before you run off and do the same, let me tell you it’s not that great. I don’t know why anyone would want to smell like rice? What do you think, does it have it’s place if so … Read More ...
I haven’t tried this DIY recipe (yet). But I know when you add two luxurious ingredients like Rosehip and Argan oils together you are going to create a thick and rich moisturiser. I know when I put Argan oil in my hair I instinctively wipe the excess on my hands all over my skin. I … Read More ...
There has been a lot of controversy over whether “monster spray” is appropriate. I know some of you are wondering what am I talking about right? Well, to have a spray for getting rid of Monsters we would then be admitting or confirming to the child that Monsters are actually “real”. So should we be … Read More ...