Blog Category: No Poo

When it comes to naturally enhancing your skin, hair, and overall beauty, I'm a big believer in nourishing from within with food & supplements. And there's one powerhouse ingredient that is often overlooked: chia seeds!

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

I have gone 3 years without shampoo! That's 1,095 days without using a drop of shampoo! Using the no poo method has transformed my hair. It's healthier, easier to manage & style, and grows so much faster now! 

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

Are you tired of the never-ending cycle of washing, drying, and styling your hair every day? Imagine having more time, healthier locks, and natural, lustrous shine—all by simply extending the time between hair washes. Keep reading to learn how I have trained my hair to go 2-3 weeks between washes! 

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When you post recipes online, you get asked a lot "what brand?", "which one?", and "where do I buy it?" I gotcha! Here is a list of some of the things I bought this month, what I'm loving right now, and how I'm using it. All with a handy link to make your shopping super easy! 

Ever wash your hair and it just doesn't feel clean? Does it feel greasy & waxy? Is it weighed down even though you haven't used products yet? Friend, you might be suffering from wax buildup. But don't worry! I have some easy solutions for you! And some tips to prevent wax buildup in the future!

Beauty sleep is not a myth. It's a scientifically proven fact that a good night's sleep enhances your natural beauty. And when you upgrade your pillowcase, your pillow could become your best esthetician and beauty therapist! 

Silk and satin pillowcases have been cherished for centuries for their softness, smoothness, and unparalleled beauty benefits. It's a simple and effective upgrade that can transform the way you look and feel. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of this smooth sidekick.

Before you get started with the no poo method, I have to warn you about something. The dreaded transition phase.  Transitioning to no poo can be tough. Many people who attempt the no poo method don’t make it past the transition phase. Keep reading to get some tips to make the transition process go smoother and quicker.

Scritch and preen is a technique that focuses on scalp stimulation and natural oil distribution, eliminating the need for conventional shampoo. By following this method, you avoid stripping your hair of its natural oils, resulting in shinier, healthier locks.Incorporate the scritch and preen technique into your hair care routine to experience the surprising benefits of the no poo method. 

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!

"Makeup can only make you look pretty on the outside but it doesn't help if you're ugly on the inside... unless you eat the makeup!" -- Audrey Hepburn

In The Beauty Remix, you'll learn how to use nourishing, moisturizing, natural ingredients to make beauty & personal care products. Many of the ingredients you'll use can be found in your kitchen! 

So yes, Audrey, we can eat our makeup!

I use bentonite clay in my skin & hair care as well as orally to support gut health & digestive function. Using it in my personal care routine leaves my skin & hair smooth, soft, & shiny. Bentonite clay masks are my favorite for my hair & face and I see immediate, dramatic results after a clay mask. 

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 ;-)

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.

The goal is to get as close to your hair’s natural pH level as possible (which is about 5). So if you use a basic wash, you need to balance with an acid rinse. If your hair products are too basic or acidic, you could (and probably will) end up with damaged, dry, brittle, porous hair.

"No poo" simply means that I don't use commercial shampoo.  Natural, nourishing, healthy ingredients are what make natural, nourished, healthy hair.