Soap Making, Oils and Recipes
Your kitchen is a pharmacy that stacks familiar and wonderful healing substances that not only help prepare a tasty meal but can also relieve you of the discomfort of sickness. Turmeric
(Curcuma longa) is one such ingredient found in almost every Indian kitchen. Turmeric is a perennial shrub found in India and tropical regions of … Read More ...
Being a mom, I don’t have the time for complicated, involved crafting right now. I love simple crafts that can double as simple gift ideas for the loved ones in our lives. Homemade soap is one of those crafts that seems complicated but is really simple and it looks impressive! Whether it be for teachers, … Read More ...
This recipe shows you how to make a topical application Epsom Salt Lotion. It’s got all the benefits of Epsom salts and you can take it and use it anywhere without the need for water or a bath.
For the full instructions and details about this recipe check out the full article here on our … Read More ...
If you’re in lockdown or self-isolation and looking to boost your mood, this super easy DIY incense from Japan can be made with things you probably already have at home. Best of all? To release the heavenly scent, simply warm a pellet or two in an oil burner – so no smoke!
Incense is used … Read More ...
Relieve congestion with these simple but effective DIY shower melts! A super easy DIY that’s a total lifesaver for when you are feeling sick, with allergies or just wanting some relief from a stuffy nose. Easy to make with basic ingredients, make them ahead fo time (when you are not sick) and then just … Read More ...
DIY Gel air fresheners are so easy to make and can be made with items you probably already have in your kitchen! They make great gift ideas for teachers, friends, family, and neighbours. They’re also great to give as housewarming gifts or thank-yous for baby or wedding showers!… Read More ...
This tutorial shows you how to make your own DIY coal or charcoal face scrub which is somewhat identical to the very famous LUSH Coalface.
1/2 cup of Coconut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons of Activated Charcoal powder
1 tbs of Baking powder
See the full recipe here Coalface Recipe.
Looking for more … Read More ...
Some people spend hundreds of dollars a year on hair care products, while others just go to the refrigerator or pantry and borrow from the selection there. Isolation or lockdown is a great time to try treating your own hair. It is also a great opportunity to give yourself a little Me time.
We all … Read More ...
Beautiful skin doesn’t have to be found in a bottle or at the dermatologist’s office. Many fruit and vegetables benefit your internal body, as well.
Skin Care From Your Refrigerator is a great way to maintain and treat your skin during isolation and lockdown.
Taking the time to treat yourself is a great way to … Read More ...
It is a fun gift for anyone that loves themself a good bubble bath. You can get 2 baths out of one container. If not more depending on how much you use. Its like playdough, but disolves in the water to create the fun bubbles you see on movies.
Last week we told you … Read More ...
Did you know you can use clay to wash your hair? Nope, I didn’t either. It detoxes and leaves your hair shiny and clean with lots of volume. They use a kaolin white clay as a base for this DIY natural Shampoo recipe. You can see the full recipe and tutorial here. … Read More ...
This recipe is a for a natural lip plumper that will give you putty fuller lips without injections. Teenagers are going crazy at the moment trying to get lips like celebrities!
This method is not invasive. Always check your skin (in an inconspicuous area) for a reaction first before popping it on to your lips. … Read More ...
Massage bars have been around for sometime now, I believe but correct me if I am wrong that LUSH is the first creator of this solid massage bars? They are made with low melt oils, so when they touch your warm skin they slowly melt leaving a massage oil behind. I love them, but you … Read More ...
The popularity of skincare and beauty products among today’s tweens, teens, young adults, and the young at heart searching for the best products calls for new and innovative brands, each better than before, especially with advertising on social media being ingrained into their minds.
If your tween or teen is asking for skincare or beauty … Read More ...
This DIY bath and body recipe shows you how to make your own soothing detox face scrub using Activated Charcoal and oats.
2 teaspoons of Activated Charcoal powder
1 tbs of Oatmeal
5 drops of Rose hip oil
1 tsp of coconut or olive oil
1 tbs of French Green clay