SoapCrafters is having a sale on two 3-D Halloween molds. Each mold is in two parts and makes one soap. Find deals on the spooked pumpkin and spooky pumpkin while supplies last. Halloween will be here all too soon!… Read More ...
Morgane’s drawer hangers
These fantastic drawer hangers from design gurus, design*sponge, are a pretty way to add some organization to your bath or bedroom. They are also a great way to show off your favorite new or vintage drawer pulls and knobs! Find all the instructions here.… Read More ...
Bubble up guest towel pattern
I came across this tutorial for a lovely guest hand towel. I love the decorative bobble edge!
Find the instructions on 3 Sleeves to the Wind.… Read More ...
Himalayan salt recipes
Himalayan salt is a therapeutic salt from the Himalayan Mountains containing 84 minerals, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper and iron. It is also a lovely shade of pink!
Try these Himalayan salt recipes from the San Francisco Bath Salt Company to help cleanse, detoxify and purify your skin, among other benefits.
The after-hitting-the-gym Bath
Whew- … Read More ...
Itchy cure bath recipe
Itchy Cure Bath Recipe
from Soapcrafters.com
1 Cup Powdered Milk
1 Cup Oatmeal (Rolled Oats)
1 Cup Lavender Flowers
1/2 Cup Chamomile Flowers
2 Cups Sea Salt
1/2 Teaspoon Lavender Essential Oil
1 Muslin Drawstring Bag
Mix together Lavender and Chamomile Flowers. Add Powdered Milk and Oatmeal, mix well. Stir in Sea Salt. Sprinkle with … Read More ...
The California Safe Cosmetic Act reporting requirements
The Essential U blog has written up a very informational post regarding the California Safe Cosmetic Act. The California Safe Cosmetics Program has released forms that must be filed electronically to comply with the California Safe Cosmetics Act.
Included in the post are guidelines as to which businesses are required to file reports and … Read More ...
Mochachinno massage melts tutorial
I am in love with these mochachinno massage melts from The Natural Beauty Workshop! As a dessert lover and a dessert-themed soap maker, these massage melts are definitely after my own heart. Find all the instructions here.… Read More ...
Joyfulness perfume recipe
Joyfulness perfume recipe
From Essential Oil Recipes
* 2 drops Basil
* 1 drops Geranium
* 3 drops Melissa
* 2 drops Sandalwood
Firstly we start with the base. You can use alcohol or a carrier oil but a mixture of both is ideal. An odorless spirit such as vodka is the best choice along … Read More ...
Swirled soaps
I love the look of swirled soaps and it is a skill that practice really does make perfect. These are some of the loveliest I found on Flickr. Follow the links for shop information.
1. Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet, 2. Apple Crush – closeup, 3. Black Raspberry Vanilla Soap, 4. Baby Powder Soap… Read More ...
Soothing sunburn lotion recipe
It’s that time of year again when many of us are overindulging in the sun a bit too much.
If you’ve gotten a mild sunburn, whip up this soothing sunburn lotion recipe from the Soap Queen to help ease the pain.… Read More ...
After shave recipe
I got the recipe for this After Shave from Snowdrift Farm‘s newsletter to promote Cremophor CO 40, which is hydrogenated castor oil. Cremophor CO 40 is an emulsifier and can be used to make clear water-based sprays and lotions and as a dispersing agent.
After Shave
Phase A
3.00 oz. Cremophor CO 40®… Read More ...
DIY manicure tips
Francesca Clarke wrote up a nice article on DIY Life how to do a DIY manicure that will last. I rarely get, or give myself manicures, because I use my hands so much my polish tends to chip immediately, but with Clarke’s tips, there may be hope for a longer-lasting manicure! Find all the details … Read More ...
Beeswax lip balm recipe
The Ponte Vedra Soap Shoppe has a great tutorial on making a beeswax lip balm that is similar to Burt’s Bees lip balm.
Find the recipe for this ultra moisturizing balm here!… Read More ...
Soap inspiration
Lately, I have been really into using Mosaic Maker, a Flickr app that allows you to make beautiful mosaics of your Flickr favorites. Today, I am loving these beautiful and inspiring soaps.
1. Crazy Fruity Handmade Soap, 2. handmade soap, 3. Lilac Rose Vegan Handmade Soap by DeShawn Marie, 4. handmade soap… Read More ...
Cute shower caps
Drugstore.com has two adorable shower caps available right now for no more than $5 each! The Little Devil and the Raspberry Beret shower caps are sure to bring some fun into your bathroom! Best of all, the Little Devil cap is only sale for only $3.75.
