DIY Beauty

Discover the benefits of rice water for hair and skin in this comprehensive guide. Learn how to make rice water, its uses, and why it's a natural beauty essential for healthy, glowing hair and radiant skin.

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!

Unlock the secrets of castor oil for beauty and wellness! Explore DIY uses like navel pulling, eyelash growth, lip balm, oil cleansing, and deep conditioning for healthier skin and hair.

Learn how to make your own DIY hyaluronic acid serum with this easy recipe! Discover the benefits of low and high molecular weight hyaluronic acid for deep hydration and glowing skin at a fraction of the cost.

Yep! You can make a DIY lip plumper loaded with natural, skin- & lip-loving ingredients! It's super easy, inexpensive, and effective. 

When it comes to natural hair dyes, henna is my favorite option. Henna adds shine, covers greys, is long-lasting, and is free from ammonia, peroxide, & other harsh chemicals found in many commercial hair dyes.

Lip scrubs are quick, easy, inexpensive, and customizable. And you only need to mix up a little at a time because a little goes a long way. Between the harsh weather, dry air, and endless applications of lipstick or lip balm, our lips take quite the beating. But here’s the good news: the solution to soft, smooth lips is sitting right in your kitchen.

Chapped, dry, & cracked lips are not fun, not cute, and can even be painful. It's super inexpensive and easy to make moisturizing lip balms and scrubs to heal your lips. Adding essential oils to your DIY lip recipes not only makes them smell amazing but also boosts the benefits for your lips.  

Making homemade lip balm is super easy, super inexpensive, and super fun! You can customize the flavors, add tint, make it plumping, and they make great gifts.

Get natural remedies you can use to soothe and heal your skin after sun exposure. Learn how to make after sun spray, cream, face mask, and bath soak for quick sunburn relief.

Want to cover gray hair naturally? Want to enhance your natural color and add shine? Want to get a little funky with some vibrant colors naturally? It's all here! Keep reading for DIY natural hair dyes as well as the best safe options on the market. 

What are the benefits of lemon essential oil? Lemon is versatile, bright and joyful, just like sunshine! It's cleansing & purifying, boosts your mood & energy, and supports health & wellness. Get a free copy of The Quick Start Guide to Lemon Essential Oil.

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?