DIY Foaming Face Wash With Hydrosol & Essential Oils
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I’m a big fan of the oil cleansing method, and I’ve even been known to rub raw honey on my face. For those who are looking for a more traditional…
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Gardeners Hand Salve Recipe
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Gardening- Cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes! – Author Unknown There are so many benefits to gardening besides just the fresh produce. Gardeners are known to live longer and…
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The Slippery Slope of Soap
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Soap seems like a pretty straightforward substance with a basic goal- cleaning. In today’s world, there are hundreds of varieties of soaps for many different purposes. Soap for dishes, soap…
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Yarrow Herb Profile
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Yarrow is an herb that I always keep on hand, especially with kids. It is part of my Sweet Dreams Sleep Tincture and I often add it to teas or preparations.…
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How to Make Beeswax Candles
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There’s something comforting about the soft, flickering glow of a scented candle. They add a sense of calm and warmth to your surroundings. While it was hard to give up…
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What’s on My Nightstand
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Last week, I posted a picture on Instagram of my nightstand. I posted it because I think that the things a person has on their nightstand say a lot about…
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Soothing Colloidal Oatmeal Bath Recipe for Itchy, Dry Skin
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You won’t find a bowl of oatmeal at my breakfast table, but I do keep oats on hand for DIY skincare projects like these cleansing grains. An oatmeal bath is…
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Marshmallow Root Herb Profile
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Marshmallow Root is an herb that has been around for centuries. In fact, it was mentioned in Homer’s Iliad (written 2800 years ago). It was used in ancient Greek and…
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7 Natural DIY Makeup Remover Recipes for Happy Skin
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If we’re going to go through the trouble of applying natural DIY makeup, it makes sense to have a natural way to remove it. After battling acne-prone skin when I was younger,…
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Easy Valentine’s Crafts for Kids
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Valentine’s is a day for showing others how much we love them, and that often involves Valentine’s Day cards and crafts. This is a great time to pull out the…
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How to Deep Clean a Washing Machine (Naturally)
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Many of us don’t think about cleaning out the washing machine. I mean, it’s supposed to clean our clothes, so how dirty can it get? Yet, mildew, bacteria, soap scum,…
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How to Care for Curly Hair Naturally
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Note from Katie: I’ve shared many of my favorite hair care products, from mud shampoo to detangling spray and even ways to help hair grow naturally. On all of these…
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Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Review
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I’ve talked before about how much we use coconut oil and shared my list of 101 uses. We use coconut oil in everything from deodorant to toothpaste to cooking. I…
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421: Getting Rid of Eczema for Good With Dr. Ana-Maria Temple
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Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is a functional medicine doctor, a best-selling author, and an award-winning speaker at the Harvard Club of Boston. Her specific expertise is eczema, a condition that plagues…
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How to Naturally Soothe Baby Colic
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As a mom of 6, I know all too well how tough it can be to have a fussy baby in the house. While it’s normal (and expected!) for babies…
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My Review of OneSkin Skincare Products
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Skincare suddenly becomes more important to women once we’ve reached our thirties and forties. The products that seemed like a luxury before now seem essential for looking and feeling our…
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How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly
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I’m guessing (or at least hoping) that you learned to brush your teeth at a really young age and you’ve probably been brushing them pretty much that same way since then.…
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9 DIY Face Mask Recipes You Can Make at Home
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For those of us who aren’t able to escape to a spa for relaxation on a daily basis (or even occasionally), these do-it-yourself face mask recipes are a great solution…
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DIY Vitamin C Serum for Bright, Even Skin
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Vitamin C serum is an anti-aging natural skincare ingredient often found in high-end beauty regimens. You can find this antioxidant in many moisturizers, lotions, and creams as well. Why all the…
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Why You Should Try a Bentonite Clay Bath
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Bentonite clay has become popular once again. But this time, it’s especially being promoted for its use in a detoxifying bath. As we encounter more and more toxins daily, many…
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Rose Body Scrub for Smoother Skin
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Many years ago I realized how easy (and inexpensive!) sugar scrubs were to make. Since then I’ve played around with many different versions of exfoliating body scrub. This rose body…
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Natural Ways to Get Rid of Blackheads
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There are plenty of underlying causes (and treatments) for acne, but when it comes to blackheads, they’re more of a cosmetic nuisance than a deep health problem. Still, blackheads are…
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801: EMFs and Lighting: How to Optimize Your Home With Ryan Blaser of Test My Home
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Today’s guest is Ryan Blaser, who’s the founder and CEO of Test My Home, an environmental company dedicated to improving people’s health and well-being. He’s a functional medicine doctor for…
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041: Natural Remedies for Back to School
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School is starting again in many places… Whether we are sending our children to a traditional school or beginning school in our own schoolrooms, this time of year tends to…