I don’t even think about my scalp, let alone treat it, but the mums at The Mother Huddle make a very good point that healthy hair starts with a good scalp. And they thoughtfully provided an easy — and informative … Read More...
DIY: Get your feet summer ready!
As we edge closer to summer here in the US, my thoughts turn not to gardening, or the beach, but my feet. Get your feet summer-ready with these simple ideas from Sesame at Viva Woman. Who knew what vinegar … Read More...
DIY: Organic Toothpaste
Easy, inexpensive and minty, this toothpaste sounds like a great addition to your organic beauty regimen. Voe at Lipstick & Pearls takes you through all the steps here.
DIY: Cappuccino Milk Bath
For the coffee lovers among us, here’s a simple and lusciously scented milk bath. This recipe, from The Natural Beauty Workshop, combines oat flour (to soothe the skin) with milk power which softly exfoliates. Imagine this in a glass jar … Read More...
DIY: Chocolate-Macaroon Lotion
Sounds good enough to eat but the weird part is, there isn’t any chocolate in this lotion recipe at all, but according to Shannon at Dairy Godmother, it smells just like it. She set out to make a lotion … Read More...
Inspiration: True Rose Soap
Not only does this soap look amazing, its creator, Megan of Blushie on Etsy, say that inhaling it is like “huffing on a red rose.” Just thought I’d share the fabulousness, see it for yourself here. *Not a sponsored … Read More...
DIY: 14 Cold Process Soap Recipes
Sometimes we all just need a push…and if you’ve been thinking about trying to make soap using the cold-process method, or you’re already soaping but in need of some inspiration, Bohemian Revolution has got you covered with fourteen CP soap … Read More...
DIY: One Sweet Bronzer
My 14 year old daughter is a huge, er, fan of Michelle Phan and suggested I share this video tip with you all as it’s both inexpensive and clever. In it, Michelle shows us how to use hot chocolate mix … Read More...
DIY: Gardener’s Hand Scrub (in time for Spring!)
Even here in the wilds of the Northeastern United States, I’m already getting my hands dirty. So this incredibly easy tutorial from One Good Thing by Jillee comes at a perfect time. And these would make GREAT year end … Read More...
DIY: The Stretch Mark Secret Weapon
Stephanie at Henry Happened is winning her war on stretch marks, and meanwhile her skin is softer, her hands and feet aren’t dry, and her hair’s looking pretty good too. What’s the secret? Find out here.
DIY: Avocado Hair Mask
Celebrate spring by getting rid of your sad, overly dry winter hair with this quick and easy tutorial from Transient Expression. Just five ingredients, a few minutes mixing and 30 minutes lounging under a shower cap are all it … Read More...
DIY: Easy Body Lotion
In the quest for the perfect easy-to-make-and-use lotion, Lynda at Bloom Bake Create has come up with what she thinks is the perfect solution. No preservatives, no need to refrigerate, simple and easy enough for a beginner lotion maker to … Read More...
DIY: Deodorant/Anti-perspirant
Amanda from Easy Peasy Organic makes a wonderful case for why you should make your own deodorant…and guess what? It’s easy. And she says it works wonderfully for very little money. Get her step-by-step tutorial here.
DIY: Facial Toner
Living in a humid climate — well, when it’s warm — I love facial toners. So if you’ve never tried one, The Natural Beauty Workshop has a fabulous primer on different types of toners and then the recipes to … Read More...
Tutorial: Coffee soap from a crockpot!
I’m a long-time CP soaper but I’ve never tried the opposite way (hot process) using a crockpot before…hmmm…what a clever idea. Using leftover coffee and coffee grounds this tutorial shows you how to make a good looking and hard working … Read More...
DIY: Make your own toothpaste (with coconut oil!)
My idea of homemade toothpaste is baking soda — just baking soda — on my tooth brush! But Jillee at One Good Thing has gone way beyond that and made her own toothpaste, using coconut oil. And the bonus? … Read More...
DIY: Invigorate your face with mud scrub!
A sugar and coffee scrub? Yum. Coffee not only tastes good but apparently is good for toning and tightening your skin. And just the aroma is pretty refreshing. That’s why it was exciting to find this tutorial for making your … Read More...
DIY: Fast and Easy Bronzer!
Spring has landed in New England, with a vengeance, and all that white skin, well, time to use a bit of bronzer to tone it all down a bit. So here are two slightly different approaches to DIY bronzer…both easy, … Read More...
Tutorial: Do try this face mask at home (alone!)
Ok, from the same fun practical blog that showed us how Purple Kool-Aid will brighten blonde hair comes a truly effective and simple face mask. Only it’s rather, um, shocking when you put it on — because the main ingredient … Read More...
Tutorial: quick and easy lip gloss
Sometimes you just need to make something that is practical, lovely and uncomplicated. Enter this easy DIY lip gloss tutorial from Beautylish. With just a handful of ingredients and very little time you’ll have a healthy chemical-free lip gloss. … Read More...
