Looking for something fun for the kids to do come bathtime thanks to Homemade Mamas not only will the kids get clean but they will have fun whilst doing so. You could jazz up this simple recipe by adding some glitter for sparkle. Try adding some lavender essential oil for some tranquility. I LOVE this … Read More ...
DIY Deodorant
Run out of deodorant?
Why not make your own.
Click here for 6 easy natural deodorant recipes.
At least you know what is in it and can custom make one to suit your needs with a scent of your choice.
Add one of the following essential oil compositions to your deodorant or make up your … Read More ...
Put Your Best Foot Forward – FC5 Cooling Foot Creme Review
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 ...
How To Make Your Own Herbal Infusion
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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DIY Conditioning Hair Treatments & Masks
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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DIY Homemade Shampoo
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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Blades Natural Beauty & Paperfinger “Care (About You) Packages”
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 ...
Headlice Arrrrrrrrggggggggh!!!
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 ...
DIY Non Toxic Mosquito Repellent
With all the recent floods, mosquitoes are on the rise. I myself have a strictly "hate" relationship with the pesky little things ( they have anger issues ) If you want to make your very own mosquito repellent that is non toxic try the following.
Happy New Year
It’s that time of year again where you resolve to take better care of yourself. Why not start the new year with a detoxifying bath soak using “Sendha Namak” an Indian Rock Salt click here to learn about the benefits of using rock salt in your every day beauty regime. Rock salt be used as … Read More ...
DIY: Tension-ease Infusion
Herbal therapies can help eliminate a number of issues, including Tension Headaches. Learn how to whip up an easy lavender & peppermint infused oil that will help you relax & recuperate on Lilith’s Apothecary blog.… Read More ...
GIVEAWAY: Manor Hall Soap Company
Susan Mann of Manor Hall Soap Company creates a wide variety of bath & body products that are fantastic! All products are handmade in small batches to ensure the highest of quality. The natural line of products are made using olive oil & scented with natural botanicals and pure essential oils. Of course, all these … Read More ...
Lavender As Natural Sleep Aid
Our Big Earth is a great site that aims to empower families so they can create inspiring communities through fostering a love of nature, community building (on- and off-line), as well as compelling, impactful parenting. One helpful article informs us how to use lavender as a natural sleep aid.… Read More ...
Great Cakes Soapworks’ Natural Insect mosquito Repellents
I don’t know about you, but the thing I dread most about summer is bug bites. For some reason, bugs love to eat up my legs, feet, and arms. I’m not a big fan of bug sprays containing chemicals, so I was happy to learn of Great Cakes Soapworks new line of natural insect repellents … 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 ...