Best of 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, let's take a moment to reflect on the stories that resonated most with our community. This year brought a wealth of creativity, inspiration, and practical tips that made sustainable living and DIY beauty feel achievable and fun! The most viewed posts of the year highlight not only what sparked your interest but also the shared journey toward a healthier, more health-conscious lifestyle. Let’s dive into the moments that defined our year together!

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If I didn't lose you at oil pulling or no poo, I might lose you now! Today we're going to light a stick on fire and stick it in our ears while it melts. No, really!

Ear candles are made out of linen or cotton and then dipped in wax and shaped into a hollow cone shape. Ear candles have been used for thousands of years by Native Americans, Chinese, and Egyptian cultures for physical support and spiritual & meditation practices. Learn about ear candling here.

I went 4 years without shampoo & then went viral! Stick with me to learn how I did it. I'll share everything from the dirty & greasy details (the transition phase is a beast!) all the way to the other side with the best hair days of my life!

"No Poo" simply means washing your hair without shampoo.  Learn more about the no poo method here.

I'm always amazed that in a world filled with countless skincare products, it's natural alternatives that offer the most benefits. One of my favorites is tallow lotion. Tallow is a nutrient-rich skin remedy that's been used for centuries. This natural wonder goes beyond just moisturizing, offering a range of surprising benefits that can improve your skin, reduce inflammation, and heal. Learn how to make tallow lotion here.

Trying to lose those last handful of pounds? Prepping for an event that's coming up soon...like next week?? Do you feel bloated and sluggish??

Well, friend, the problem might be as simple as a little extra water weight. And simple problems often have simple solutions! Rather you call it water weight, water retention, bloating, or even the more technical term, edema, there  are some simple things you can do to drop that water weight quickly. Get the tips here.

There are over 4 million people in the United States that are constipated right now and 2.5 million of them will go to doctor this year because of constipation. Thankfully, there are a lot of things you can do at home to naturally relieve constipation quickly at home. Get the tips here.

Coconut oil is one of my favorite deep conditioners for my hair. A lot of oils just coat your hair providing minimal moisturizing and repair. But not coconut oil. Coconut oil penetrates the hair shaft to moisturize from within, repair damaged hair, and protect your hair from future damage from hair products & heat. Learn how to use coconut oil as a hair mask and the surprising tip to remove it from your hair here. 

Yes, there are ways you can support blood flow, circulation, and healthy veins at home to prevent & reduce varicose veins. Here's the recipe.

This is an easy, inexpensive, and gentle detox you can do daily. When I take this daily, I notice increased energy, better breathing, and less bloating. Keep reading to see some variations so you can mix it up how you like it. On days that I oil pull, I oil pull first then take this detox shot.

When I first started ditching & switching our home to upgraded products with clean ingredients, not everyone in the house was 100% on board (ahem....my sweet husband ;-) ). Upgrading our soap was an easy way for me to switch out our products & ingredients with no complaints! He actually loves my homemade soaps. 

Want the secret button for natural health & beauty?? Look no further than your belly button! I've done castor oil packs. I've put castor oil on my hair. I've washed my face with castor oil. And I've used castor oil to thicken my eyelashes. But when I saw videos of people putting castor oil in their button before bed and praising the results, I thought "say what??!!"

So I tried it. I put castor oil in my belly button and now I'm singing the praises! Learn more here.

Thanks so much for hanging out with me this year! I'm honored to be able to spend this time with you! As a thank you, I want to send you a free copy of my eBook The Beauty Remix! Click here to get your copy!