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Imagine waking up every morning with hair that's so soft, shiny, and manageable that even Rapunzel would be jealous -- without any hidden chemicals or harmful ingredients! Stick with me & I'll show you how!

I logged on to my website and my traffic had a huge spike. I checked where the traffic was coming from. Did I get a shout out on social media? Did someone link to my post on their site? Did Oprah put me on her favorite things list? Nope. It was a knitting website chat forum. What could they be saying about oil pulling on a knitting site?? I joined the forum to check it out. 

I haven't used shampoo in two years. "No Poo" simply means washing your hair without shampoo. Yes, I still wash my hair and no, my hair doesn't stink ;-)

Yes, you can get rid of varicose veins naturally! No lasers needed. There are ways you can support blood flow, circulation, and healthy veins at home to prevent & reduce varicose veins.

While there are genetic factors, there are ways to help prevent & avoid stretch marks. The secret is in skin elasticity. This belly butter recipe is effective and easy! And grab some bonus tips to prevent & reduce stretch marks.

I have been using this all natural, nontoxic, very inexpensive facial toner for over a decade. This was the first DIY beauty product I made and I've been hooked ever since. This toner is super simple, inexpensive, and effective!

Lots of people attempt no poo and lots of people fail. I get lots of messages from people asking me to help troubleshoot their method. Here are the most common mistakes I've seen and how to correct them.

Hair porosity refers to how well your hair can absorb and retain moisture. How porous your hair is has a lot to do with which no poo method will work best for your hair. Figuring out your hair porosity will allow you to maximize the benefits from your no poo routine.

I stopped using shampoo 1 year ago. No, I don't stink. Yes, my hair is clean. Yes, my hair is healthy. Here's what I did.

Lots of new moms plan on breastfeeding. And lots of moms try very hard to breastfeed. And lots of moms......can't. So what is the best, natural, healthiest alternative to that oh-so-perfect breast milk? Here's what I did.

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.

If you have never heard of oil pulling, you are about to get really skeptical of me. But just follow along and hang with me for a minute ;-)

I use this anytime anyone in my house even thinks about sniffling, coughing, or sneezing. It's great for preventative care (like when something is going around your child's school) & boosts immunity. Next time you feel like you're coming down with something, give this a try.

Coconut oil is one of my favorite deep conditioners for my hair. How easy it is to get this magical deep conditioner out of your hair depends on your hair type and your shampoo. Here are some tips.

Kombucha. One of my favorite things. Here's everything you need to know about kombucha: what is it, how to say it, and how to make it.

We've all heard that washing your hair everyday isn't good for it. But what are you supposed to do with that greasy, oily hair? Use dry shampoo, of course! Dry shampoo is a powder that absorbs the oils from your hair and adds texture giving limpness hair more volume. And as an added bonus, it's super easy to make and you probably already have everything you need in your kitchen!

I used to have sensitive teeth. I used to use a maximum strength sensitive toothpaste. I used to use a numbing gel I got from my dentist everyday. And I STILL had sensitive teeth & gums. And then I started making DIY, nontoxic, homemade toothpaste. My sensitive teeth are a thing of the past. Bye bye, Sensodyne!

When I started ditching, switching, & upgrading my personal care products, deodorant was the hardest to find a natural hack for. The crystal stick didn't work. The natural options from the store smelled funky on their own -- how would they ever keep me from getting funky, too??!!  

Then I tried this recipe. And it works!