Have you grown tired of using soaps laden with chemicals and fragrances that cause awful reactions to your skin? You can make your own soap at home with easily available ingredients. Homemade soap uses natural ingredients that are mild on your skin. Some of these ingredients like essential oils are beneficial to your skin and […]
Who doesn’t love freshly baked bread? The sweet aroma that fills the house awakens the taste buds and all one can hope for is a perfect outcome. However, this is not always the case, and after putting in all the effort the last thing you want is your work to go to waste. To enjoy […]
Christmas spirit is in the air and it’s an exciting time for the whole family, especially kids who look forward to Christmas fun activities. Each year, our kids craft beautiful ornaments that will forever hold a special place in our hearts. The most interesting part is taking time to make some of the Christmas decorations […]
Making your home, apartment or an office room smell good is sometimes a good decision. A simple room that smells good promotes positive thinking and can have a positive impact on work performance. It makes sense when someone spends thousands of dollars on scents sprays for a fresh smelling space. These Simple DIY air fresheners […]
A morning cup of coffee is so much more than just a beverage. It wakes you up, gets you moving, and perks up your senses. Often, that first sip is the most enjoyable sip of the day. By using a French press, you can make an amazing cup of coffee. Having a delicious cup of […]
It’s that time of year again when the sun is out and so are you. Sunscreen is a must when the heat is on and should be applied often throughout the day. However, with all of the options at the drugstore for sunscreens, you may be wondering which is really the best one? The one […]
Although many turn up their noses at the humble onion, if you’re suffering from hair loss, you may want to give this root vegetable another look. It may not sound appealing, but onion juice has been used for hundreds of years as a natural way to remedy hair loss and hair thinning. Science backed up […]
Coconut oil has been getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. It offers your body many benefits and is a great alternative to other cooking oils. It also makes for a great all-natural make-up remover and complexion-improver. You may be surprised to learn that coconut oil is even good for cleaning your […]
For many of us, Vaseline has been a go-to product for a variety of ailments, from cracked skin to diaper rashes. It’s even found in most of our cosmetics, including lipstick, deodorant, concealer, shampoo, conditioner, and shaving cream. Mounting research is beginning to show just how bad Vaseline actually is for humans and why it […]
Making your own organic butter at home may be easier than you believe. However, you might be thinking, “Why on earth would I care to make my own butter at home anyways?” A fair question, and one that will be explored briefly. First of all, many store-bought butter options are watered down. By making your […]
Suffering from dry, chapped lips seems to be a constant complaint, regardless if you live in a cold, snowy climate or hot, dry area. You slather your chapstick or lip balm on numerous times throughout the day, but it seems that the dry lips keep coming back. Unfortunately, applying store-bought lip balm to your lips […]
If you’ve never looked at the ingredients in your makeup, the list of excessively long names would shock you. While many of us don’t understand what these ingredients actually are, we do know that such a long list of ingredients for something that goes onto our skin is no good. In fact, there are many […]
Ever looked on the back of your shampoo or conditioner bottle and realized how many ingredients were in that little bottle? And not only that, but how many of those ingredients can you actually pronounce? Many of these ingredients are harsh chemicals that end up doing more damage to not only our hair, but our […]
You may very well have heard the term “tincture” before had no idea what it meant, but been too embarrassed to ask. Or, you may know what a tincture is technically, but maybe have never been quite brave enough to venture out and make your own. Here you will learn all you need to know […]
Everyone knows that dirty hands helps spread germs, which spreads flus, colds, and even some diseases. Many of us use hand sanitizer throughout the day, every day to protect ourselves from these bugs that can attack at any minute and are crawling all over our phones, keyboards, door handles, etc. However, the reality is that […]
Compost gardening is a great way to combat food costs as they rise without sacrificing your personal, and familial, health. Compost gardening is relatively simple, and involves only two things: composting your scraps and then growing a garden with it. Read on to learn how to start off strong, and what to do once you’ve […]