It’s that time of year again…summer break, holiday cookouts, outdoor sports gearing up, and generally everyone spending more time outdoors. It’s also the time of year when bugs are more pesky. Here is an all natural bug repellent recipe that is suitable for children and those with sensitive skin. All Natural Bug Repellent Recipe A clean spray bottle […]
Easy Flax Seed Hair Gel + Essential Oils
Here is an easy flax seed hair gel that works AND nourishes!! With tips for no mess straining….a BIG plus, if you’ve made this before and struggled with that. This recipe is for a ‘sport’ strength hair gel, with the adjustment for a more ‘regular hold’ gel strength. Flax Seeds. That is the only ingredient. Well, […]
25 Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits & Uses
I never really knew much about apple cider vinegar until a few years ago, except for maybe cooking the odd recipe. After some reading, I learned apple cider vinegar is quite a healthy powerhouse food for relatively little cost. Here you will find a list of 25 apple cider vinegar benefits and uses. My Apple […]
4 Easy Steps to Making All Natural Deodorant
Until recently I never thought about making all natural deodorant. Sure, I’ve had successes with homemade shampoos, and essential oils to treat anything from minor cuts, burns and bug bites to a homemade anti-wrinkle cream to pain relief blend and more (hint, hint: future post alerts!) . But anywhere you get good performing, all natural options […]
7 Essential Oils for Combatting Influenza
In case you need a quick reminder, influenza is a very contagious, viral infection of the upper respiratory system. Symptoms typically come on suddenly, and can include a high fever (100 degrees or more) or feeling feverish/chills (not everyone gets a full-on fever), dry cough, sore throat, severe muscle and joint aches and pains and […]
Homemade Whipped Coconut Lotion + Herbal Options
I am super excited that I actually was able to perfect this recipe and to finally share it. I’ve made slight variations about four times total, but keep coming back to version #3, which is what I’m sharing today. First I made a body butter. Very luxurious, but too greasy for my preferences. It seemed […]
How to Make Herbal Infused Vinegar Hair Rinse
Rinsing your hair with a vinegar rinse has been around since our grandmother and great-grandmother’s day. Vinegar actually appears to be an ancient superfood all on its own (look for a future post on that!), but for now, we are going to learn how to make herbal infused vinegar hair rinse. What Apple Cider Vinegar […]
