Homemade Deodorant for Sensitive Skin: Trials, Errors … and Success
Today’s post is from my friend, Megan. It was about ten years ago that I first heard someone say, “I don’t use antiperspirant any more, its bad for you, and we’re supposed to sweat,” (or something like that). That got me thinking, and at that time it was...
Homemade Herbal Bar Soap
Of the many things that used to intimidate me, few were as high on the list as soap. All of the instructions I’d read seemed really complicated and I kept putting it off. Until last year. I finally worked up the nerve to try it and I’m so glad I did....
How to Make Nettle Tincture
One of my favorite herbs is nettle, a plant that I first learned about from my midwife when I was pregnant with Ella (we don’t have stinging nettle where I live, though it turns out my in-laws have it everywhere – I guess I never paid attention!). Nettle...Homemade Laundry Detergent
A few years ago, I decided to try my hand at homemade laundry detergent. I was interested in saving money, but I was also tired of paying more for laundry soap designed for “sensitive skin.” The recipe I started out with was a liquid laundry detergent...
Calendula Balm for Dry Skin and Diaper Rash
A few years ago, I found a company whose products center around a lovely little herb called calendula. “Well, of course,” I thought. “Calendula is an amazing herb!” I’ve used calendula for things like: Eczema Acne Pink eye Cleaning wounds...Hi, I’m Nina
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