Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Apple cider vinegar seems to be one of those natural ingredients that, like coconut oil, works for just about anything. And no surprise, it’s excellent for your skin. The main ingredient of apple cider vinegar is acetic acid, and it contains lactic, citric and malic acids as well. Those acids gently exfoliate skin by dissolving … Read More ...
The materials for this project include Epsom salts, which have long been used to soothe achy joints and sore muscles. Layered with herbs like lavender, known for relaxation, calendula, and rose petals to soften skin, this “salon in a jar,” is as wonderful to look at, as it is to use in the tub. Learn … Read More ...
Activated Charcoal is still buzzing in the Beauty industry but before you decide to make some Bath bombs using it. You better read this article by Soap Queen. All is not well when it comes to activated charcoal and white bath tubs. I know if I had bought one of these and used it, I … Read More ...
These hand-made, natural decorative soaps are so beautiful and fresh. They have a true Bohemian feel to them. They are very easy to make using Melt and pour soap base
. Use leftover roses and petals to add to the soaps. These make beautiful gifts anytime of year and look stunning wrapped in brown paper … Read More ...
This Cucumber body scrub will leave your skin fresh and cleansed. You can grab the full recipe over at DearCrissy.com
The flesh of the cucumber is mostly water, but also contains ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and caffeic acid, both of which help soothe skin irritations and reduce swelling–these acids prevent water retention, which may explain … Read More ...
This scrub is really easy to make, and there’s even a good chance you already have all of the ingredients in your home.
This won’t lather up like the original Rub Rub Rub does. Unless you also have some Sodium laureth sulfate, Lauryl Betaine and Cocoamphoacetate lying around. But it will make your skin sooo … Read More ...
These Herbal tea bags are so easy to make and perfect for gift giving. Simply fill the ready made Muslin bags
with chamomile flowers and lavender buds. You can also add oatmeal for a soothing skin bath. These are fantastic sellers for Market stalls and Booths. Quick to make too! Grab the full tutorial over … Read More ...
ANTIOXIDANT FACE MASK USES REAL INGREDIENTS TO GIVE YOU A HEALTHY GLOW.Hibiscus
is one of the highest source of antioxidants. When you add in ground hibiscus flowers into the mask, it gets these antioxidants right onto your skin and nourishes with all its antioxidant superpowers. Antioxidants can increase collagen production, keeping … Read More ...
These Galaxy inspired Bath bombs are fun to make and I love how each one turns out a unique design. You only need the typical Bath Bomb ingredients to create these. Get the recipe and learn how to make them over at Themakeupdummy.com.
This is a great recipe to turn a basic bubble bath into a luxurious bath syrup flavored with lavender and ylang ylang essential oils. Bottle it up for a wonderful handmade gift.
You can learn how to make it over at Craftbits.com
You are probably wondering why you need to do this. Let me remind you what chemicals you put on your pits every day.
By the way, this is NOT my hairy arm pit. My arm pits are shaved this is just the Activated charcoal. Sorry I don’t know why I need to make that point.… Read More ...
Scalloped shorts are all the fashion, but who really wants to spend $50 on a pair of shorts that you may only get to wear a few times a year? Well how about DIY scalloped shorts! Turn a pair of $5 Walmart shorts in to something stylish. Check out the tutorial on DIY Scalloped Shorts.… Read More ...
Activated charcoal is known for treating body odor and acne. It effectively pulls out all the impurities and leaves the skin fresh. On the other hand, honey has antibacterial properties. It is a natural bleaching agent. It releases hydrogen peroxide, which also lightens underarms.
Carrots contain Vitamin A which will leave your skin fresh and healthy and this Melt and Pour soap is the perfect way to apply it to your skin in a quick and easy way. Soap making is easy once you know how, and Melt and Pour soap bases have made it even easier for newbies … Read More ...
This DIY recipe isn’t as brutal as it sounds, but it does give your face a burning sensation thanks to the use of Cinnamon.
You can grab the full tutorial here and use it to lighten your skin tone and imperfections.… Read More ...