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Hot glue is used on a number of craft projects, and sometimes you can end up with the glue on your skin. Because of the glue's temperature, melted hot glue on your skin can be incredibly painful,...

Old-fashioned soap-making using lye is no longer the only way to produce homemade soap. Vegetable glycerin, which is a byproduct of commercial soap-making, offers an alternative. Melt glycerin,...

Making bath bombs is a really creative and fun way to pamper yourself and your friends. You can leave them in a bowl as an air freshener or throw them into your bathtub for a fizzy, fun...

Before purchasing your soap from the convenience store, consider making Lebanese olive oil soap at home. Lebanese olive oil is a high quality oil that soap makers recommend for making soap. Olive...

Olive oil is a popular ingredient in cold process soaps, but the cost of virgin and refined olive oils can become prohibitive. If you want to make olive oil soap on a budget, use pomace olive oil....

Instead of subjecting your hair to the numerous chemicals and preservatives contained in many everyday shampoos, some people seek simple shampoos that they make at home with basic ingredients....

Authentic castile soap is created with pure 100 percent olive oil. Castile soap received its name from the Spanish region of Castilia, where castile soap originated. Castile soap is traditionally...

There are four basic types of airbrush compressors. The main differences in the compressors have to do with price and size. If the compressor will only be used occasionally for hobbies or sporadic...

Citronella is a natural insect repellent that when sprayed on skin, clothing, pets and other belongings won't leave behind the harmful chemical residue found in insecticide treatments. Making your...

Kerosene lamps have been used to light homes for centuries. This light source burns much like a candle but tends to last longer because the kerosene fuels the wick for long periods of time. The...

Long celebrated for its versatility, mint, both in its herbal form and as an essential oil, has many applications in health, beauty and cooking. Many moms have soothed a troubled tummy with mint...

Reed diffusers are popular alternatives to freshen and scent a room, without requiring electricity or heat. The supplies for a homemade reed diffuser are available at many craft and retail stores...

Oil lamps come in many different varieties. From glass to wood, they create a warm glow for your home and yard. By adding colored flames, you can match your decor, create themes for parties,...

Creating your own perfume from home is a surprisingly simple process with only three components: alcohol, fragrance oil and distilled water. Professionals use perfumer's alcohol, but this can be...

Making handmade, cold-press soap can seem complicated. It involves heating ingredients to a specific temperature and combining them in a specific way so that the soap solidifies properly. Luckily,...

Who doesn’t love lip conditioner? Or better yet…rich, nourishing lip conditioner with the zesty sweetness of tangerine and grapefruit? Now imagine this wonderful lip conditioner is made...

Making your own aroma beads air freshener is an easy and inexpensive craft project with many creative possibilities. Aroma beads air fresheners, which you can make in a variety of colors and...

Clove oil is a natural insect repellent, and incorporating clove oil into a homemade cream will allow you to deter insects without the need to apply harsh chemical toxins. Clove oil should never...

A popular gift on birthday or holiday wish lists is a spa treatment. Body scrubs are very relaxing, and they leave your skin both feeling soft and looking healthy. Spas are expensive, however, so...

Adding ambiance to your home or workspace can be as simple as lighting an oil burner. Scented oils are a subtle way of adding fragrance to the air without using an aerosol can. Fragrance oils can...

Oil candles are beautiful and functional. They are usually made in glass jars or bottles, but brass or stone containers can also be used. The wicks are suspended in a glass rube or eyelet. Oil...

Soaps are any substance made from a mixture of natural oils and fats with an alkali. Soap making started out in the 18 century. They usually mixed animal fat, lye from wood ash, and salt until it...

Steel, brass and bronze are the most common metals used in making oil rubbed bronze hardware. Steel must be electroplated with brass or bronze before the process can begin. The more copper that is...

Supermarket shelves are overflowing with manufactured air fresheners that you can buy to scent your home. The only problem is that some store-bought air fresheners are not only expensive, but they...

Isopropyl alcohol has many uses, one of which is in perfume-making. The role of alcohol in any fragrance is to boldly project the fragrance; without the alcohol no one would be able to smell the...

Give clear reusable cooking oil a second chance at life. With the aid of a few additional materials, cooking oil can be used for making candles. Candles made from used cooking oil are...

Oil lamps are essentially candles without the wax except that they can burn longer, you do not have to clean up any melted substances when the flame goes out and you can reuse them as often as you...

Reed diffusers are a popular air freshener product. They are a safe flame-free alternative to candles. Luckily, you can make a cheaper version then the ones you find in stores. Have fun...

Fragrance diffusers are a decorative and natural method of adding a pleasant aroma to a room. The most popular of these items is the reed fragrance diffuser. This simple set-up consists of a glass...

Scented oil air fresheners have exploded recently in popularity as a way to scent your home. Those who use them on a regular basis how expensive they can be. To save money and use your creativity,...

Spray paint is a convenient and inexpensive way to paint just about any object. Due to it's design, it can also be messy. Spray paint easily gets on the skin--most often it gets on the skin of the...

Making your own solid shampoo is a great way to provide a healthy alternative for your hair. Shampoo bars, lacking moisture content, don't require the same preservatives and chemicals that...

Bath salts are great, especially if you want to unwind after a hard day at work. Male or female, you can enjoy the pleasure of adding a cup of bath salts to your bath water and relax, soak, and...

Bodywash is a convenient and indulgent way to cleanse the body. The wash is a soft liquid soap that often contains moisturizers and/or perfumes. Most bodywashes tend to use chemical ingredients,...

Aromatherapy oil diffusers have become quite popular; they can diffuse scented oils through your home. However, they can be expensive and will run out of oil. Save money by using essential oils...

Evidence suggests that humans started making soap as early as 2800 B.C.E. The general method for making soap has remained nearly the same for all these years. In the early days of soap making, fat...

Basil body cream is a pleasantly aromatic way to help hydrate skin. A body cream is thicker and more powerful than lotion, making it more effective for whole body use. Basil is an herb favored for...

Most edible body oils contain glycerin, making them safe for human consumption. While glycerin is not technically an oil, it works well in many handmade body lotion and oil recipes because it...

This recipe make a basic type of soap that is good for use in the kitchen. It removes grease and gently cleans your hands. It also has some deodorizing properties. Additionally, it can be scented...

Homemade play dough works just as well as the store-bought types. Several methods exist for making play dough. Add glitter and food coloring to dough to make different looks. Allow kids to help...

Handmade lotions and creams are a fun, educational project you can make in your kitchen that has the added value of making a great gift. There are numerous recipes, varying in difficulty, for...

Crafting your own home fragrances is a budget-friendly way to add a fresh aroma to your house. It also helps add a touch of personality. All you need to create your own home fragrance is a wide...

For centuries, people have found creative ways to use the humble pine needle. Whether pine needles are baled, spread, processed for their oil or simply enjoyed for their woodsy fragrance, they are...

Herbal hand creams are fragrant and healing products that help moisturize your skin. However, buying herbal hand creams from a store can cost much more than they're worth. Many products contain...

Your hands are in constant use and frequently exposed to the elements. From holding steering wheels to washing dishes, your hands put up with tons of abuse. It's not uncommon for people to...

Bath bombs are an excellent gift for anyone who enjoys relaxing in a steaming tub. Bath bombs are easy to make from scratch. Using a recipe for homemade bath bombs can help to save money on more...

There are a wide variety of commercial fragrance oils available for making candles. These are relatively easy to use and are usually designed to burn well with a candle flame. Unfortunately, many...

Homemade skin creams are gentle for sensitive skin and allow you to control what you are putting on your skin. Rose essential oils or rose hydrosols add a lovely fragrance to your face creams. You...

Oil paint is a richly textured medium. The slow-drying paint gives the artist time to manipulate and continuously work it until the desired effect is achieved.

Shampoo bars can be made at home with no specialized equipment. Making your own allows you to know exactly what is in your soap and allows you to try creative combinations of scents and colors....