Blog Category: DIY Beauty

Don't throw away those over-ripe bananas! Bananas are packed with beauty benefits just waiting for you to smash up and put on your face & in your hair. This popular and inexpensive fruit is rich in potassium, vitamins, and natural oils, making them great for nourishing both your skin and hair.

What are the benefits of peppermint essential oil? Peppermint is a versatile essential oil that is great to have on hand. It supports digestion, cools fatigued muscles, opens airways, and creates a focused environment. Get a free copy of The Quick Start Guide to Peppermint Essential Oil. 

Lavender is one of the most common and versatile essential oils. It's calming and relaxing for your mind and body. Your skin and hair love it. It's gentle when used topically yet very effective, making it a great essential oil for beginners. Get a free copy of The Quick Start Guide to Lavender Essential Oil. 

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The mainstream beauty industry is flooded with synthetic, expensive products that promise miraculous changes that rarely deliver. And often I find that grandma's natural home remedies work better and faster than anything I can get at the store. It may not be popular, but we know that the real super-stars are in age-old natural remedies and DIY recipes.

When it comes to DIY and getting crafty, I'll try just about anything. After over a decade of creating recipes, I've tried a lot of things. I'm very often impressed with how effective they worked as a beauty product or home remedy. But there are some recipes & tips that are stand out super stars. This is a collection of the best DIY beauty recipes and home remedies.

Wanna know what the most common comment and message I get?? "Link, please!" Here are the links to my current favorite DIY beauty supplies, lifestyle products, and things my kids love.

What ingredients to avoid in toothpaste for holistic and natural oral care. When was the last time you really paid attention to the ingredients in your toothpaste? Most of us grab a tube without a 2nd thought, assuming it will keep our smiles healthy & bright. But what if some of the ingredients lurking in your toothpaste may actually be doing more harm than good?

Does hydrogen peroxide whiten teeth? And is hydrogen peroxide safe to use on teeth? Learn how to and why to use hydrogen peroxide safely in your oral health routine.

Say goodbye to expensive store-bought dental products with easy and effective DIY alternatives. After you invest in a handful of ingredients, you'll be able to make everything your teeth need to be healthy, happy, & vibrantly white! Get your shopping list for holistic and natural dental care for healthy teeth.

Tired of spending money on expensive teeth whitening treatments? Get budget-friendly, natural solutions that actually whiten teeth without harmful chemicals or leaving home. Whiten your teeth with home remedies like activated charcoal, diy toothpaste, turmeric, & more.

Learn how to make a DIY homemade tooth powder that whitens, freshens, cleans, soothes, & remineralizes. Tooth powder is a powder form or toothpaste. A staple for natural & holistic oral care.

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The benefits of homemade mouthwash go beyond just clean breath & a refreshed feeling. When you make homemade mouthwash, you have complete control over the ingredients you put into it meaning you can choose natural, safe, & organic ingredients that remineralize, clean, whiten, soothe, & freshen. Fully customize your recipe to fit your oral care needs. 

Learn the health & beauty benefits of turmeric. Turmeric is best known for it's inflammation fighting benefits & high antioxidant count. Turmeric can give you glowing skin, promote hair growth, and whiten your teeth when used topically. Keep reading to get all my turmeric beauty hacks.

2023 is wrapping up and good golly it went quickly! Looking back on 2023, it was a big year for The Crunchy Moose. I published my first blog post over a decade ago (read about how I got started here). And this year I made a bold move. I took it all down, rebranded, and relaunched the site! Complete with the 2nd edition of The No Poo Method eBook! I'm thankful that you are here in the community and following along on the journey!

Oil pulling is one of my favorite healthy habits. It's easy, detoxing, supports oral health, clears up my complexion, and freshens my breath! All without breaking a sweat! 

And my favorite oil pulling hack is making oil pulling chews. When I have these handy oil pulling tablets premade in my fridge, I'm much more likely to be consistent with this morning routine.

Want to freshen your breath, whiten your teeth, support healthy gums, and soothe tooth discomfort without using synthetic chemicals & ingredients? Guess what, there's an oil for that! Actually, there are a handful of essential oils for that! Learn what essential oils to use for healthy teeth, gums, and oral health. 

Why should I make hairspray? Because it's cheap, easy, full of ingredients your hair loves, and it works! Get 3 recipes for diy homemade natural hairspray using ingredients aloe, sugar, alcohol, and essential oils. 

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.