Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
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 that also make your linens soft. Use essential oils for fragrances and not chemicals.
As soon as the weather heats up and the days get longer, I swap out my moody nail colors for something a little more fun, flirty, and full of sunshine. Summer is the perfect excuse to get playful with your nail designs — and this year, I’ve been experimenting at home to find a few favorites that are both easy to paint and seriously cute.
I’ve rounded up three of my go-to summer nail looks that you can totally do yourself, even if you’re not a pro. These are the styles I keep coming back to because they’re fun, eye-catching, and honestly — they just make you feel good. Whether you’re heading to the beach, a backyard BBQ, or just want to admire your nails while holding an iced latte, these are the ones to try.
Let’s dive in!
This is hands down one of the most satisfying nail designs you can do yourself. The colors melt into each other like a beach sunset, and the end result looks way more advanced than it really is.
A base coat
Three polishes (I use pink, orange, and yellow)
A makeup sponge
Top coat
Nail polish remover for cleanup
Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails.
Paint horizontal stripes of your 3 colors directly onto the makeup sponge.
Dab the sponge gently onto your nail, reapplying polish to the sponge as needed. Tap until the gradient blends.
Clean up any excess polish around your cuticle.
Apply a top coat to smooth the colors and add shine.
This design is one of those that looks good even when it’s a little messy — the top coat really pulls it all together.
If you want vacation vibes without actually going anywhere, this one’s for you. The pastel base paired with simple black palm trees gives it that dreamy island feel.
A light pastel base polish or soft gradient background
Black nail art pen or thin brush with black polish
Top coat
Paint your nails with a soft pastel or ombre base.
Once dry, draw a thin curved line for the palm trunk.
From the top of the trunk, add small lines that fan out to mimic palm fronds.
Let everything dry completely before adding a glossy top coat.
Even if your palm trees aren’t perfect, they still look awesome. Think of it like nail doodling — just more tropical.
This design is so cheerful, I smile every time I see it. It’s a fruity twist on a French manicure and it’s perfect for pool parties or picnics.
Pink polish for the base
Green and white for the rind
Black polish for the seeds (use a dotting tool or toothpick)
Base and top coat
Paint your entire nail a soft pink.
Add a green curved tip at the top edge (like a French tip).
Under the green, paint a very thin white stripe.
Add small black dots on the pink section to create seeds.
Seal it all in with your favorite top coat.
This one is such a crowd-pleaser and looks adorable on both long and short nails.
Whether you try one of these or rotate through all three this summer, I hope these nail designs add a little color and creativity to your routine. They’re simple enough to do at home but still look like you spent time (and money!) at the salon.
Let me know which one you’re trying first — and don’t forget to tag us if you share your summer nail look!
Thanks for sharing this. I stopped using dryer sheets ages ago when I learned they were toxic, but they seem just as popular as ever.
I can’t even walk past the fabric conditioner section of any supermarket without my eyes watering, my throat hurting and having an awful stinging sensation throughout my whole head. I have a neighbor across the road that uses so much conditioner I can smell her washing. What’s wrong with something just feeling the way it does. More chemicals every where and for what? There are natural things that can be used to make fabric soft. Actually, no! Softer than nature intended.
Heaven forbid, they actually use Dihydrogen Monoxide in these products too! Too much of that stuff is guaranteed to kill you. Google it if you need to know if you currently have it in your house because 100% of Western people do.
Seriously though, enough with the chemical bashing. It just shows a complete lack of understanding of the natural world.
EVERYTHING has chemicals in it, including the human body which is MADE of chemicals, they are basic building blocks of life and it is not the fact they are there that is dangerous… it is the DOSE which makes the poison.
Please, please, please stop the fearmongering and pandering to high school dropouts who have no idea about chemistry.
That is why I switched to Annies natural laundry soap. Can be found on HSN. Love IT !!
Because I am allergic to wool, I use tennis balls in my dryer and White Vinegar as my final rinse in my washing machine. It does make for a very audible reminder of when the dryer is working, but it also serves as a good way to know when the dryer is done.