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If you are a lip balm addict like myself, you'll appreciate never running out of your favorite flavors. Make them yourself. Plus you get the added benefit of knowing exactly what you're putting...
Do you want soft hydrated lips without all the chemical additives? If you answered YES, then try this easy and economical homemade lip gloss recipe. It's been reported that the average woman...
Perfume has been a part of human culture since early civilization. Meaning “through smoke” from the Latin phrase “per fumas” the first perfumes were in the form of incense used during religious...
Basic recipe for making lip balm using kitchen tools.
Antiques are a tangible investment. It is important to look after your investment. Most often your antiques appreciate in value, that is why it is so important to properly clean and care for...
Dry and damaged skin can cause irritation and redness of the skin. Here is some natural advice on how to treat your skin.
Getting braces is a major orthodontic procedure for adults and children. It is usually a long process the day that you get them on, and can leave you with a very sore mouth. The new metal...
Shhhh...you are about to read a TOP SECRET Lip Balm recipe. This luscious lip balm was sold in stores and online, but I can't mention the name. Using this all natural lip balm recipe, you can make...
Lip balms are a necessity during the winter months, but they can be so very expensive. They can be incredibly expensive if you try to make sure your lip balm is organic. This lip balm is...
Solid perfume is easy to make in the microwave and is a good for people who do not want alcohol in their perfume. It is a great first project for those who want to experiment with perfumery or...
It is getting harder and harder to find an all natural lotion these days. If you suffer from dry, sensitive skin, or have a child with eczema, you know how important it is to find a rich, natural...
If you use lip balm often, you know how expensive it can be and many of them don’t really help to soothe your lips. This is a great lip balm for dry, chapped lips. It works really well to soothe...
Lip balm protects lips from chapping in weather that's cold and dry. Homemade lip balm allows creative people to experiment with mixtures and scents. The most popular main ingredients are beeswax...
There is nothing like the smell of hand-dipped beeswax candles; sweet, natural, pure. If you have ever wanted to make your own beautiful hand-dipped beeswax candles, here is an easy, step-by-step...
Do you know someone who loves to garden? Is their birthday coming up or some other special day for them? Why not make them a gift to help them in the garden.
If you are like me and are always cleaning up after someone or having your hands in water then your hands are probably suffering from dry skin. Here's two great hand cream lotion recipes that are...
We all know the importance of protecting ourselves from the harmful rays of the sun but commercial sunscreens are full of toxic chemicals. Absorbed through our skin, they can result in pregnancy...
For some reason other peoples drama seems to perk interest in my daily life. However I have learned that being nosy is not very honorable. When we get into other peoples beeswax we show our kids...
Athlete's foot is a very harmful issue with one's feet. The burning and itching sensations can be unbearable at time, this is a quick way to help sooth your sensations.
Natural beeswax is great for polishing antique furniture as well as your everyday furniture. Making beeswax furniture polish is as easy as 1, 2, 3
How would you like to make Homemade Scented Beeswax candles for gifts, party favors or just to enjoy for yourself? Well you can and you might be surprised at how easy it is.
While celebrating Groundhog Day on February 2, don't forget about Candlemas, which occurs on the same day. Falling between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, it represents the first...
Cold weather and outdoor activities wreak havoc on your feet. Using a good heel balm will soothe and heal cracked soles and allow you to put your best foot forward every time.
Locs, also referred to as dreads or dreadlocks, are sectioned pieces of hair where individual strands have merged together. Locs may vary a bit in thickness and even the amount of time they take...
This is a super fun way to make your own festive candles, and a fun holiday project to do with your kids. These candles are super cute and require no melting of the wax to make them.
Natural diaper creams with a preservative can leave a baby with a rash crying in pain from the sting of an acidic preservative. Here is a recipe for bum balm that came to me as I was trying to...
Applying a layer of mint lip gloss first thing in the morning will not only wake you up, but make your breath smell sweet. Unfortunately, some of the lip glosses you buy at your local drugstore...
What's a lotion bar? Lotion bars are lotion in the form of a bar! Lotion bars are easy to make and are easy you use. Simply take the lotion bar and rub in over your skin. Lotion bars are a...
This lotion is great for people who have a garden and always working in it and have hands that have been overworked and need a good lotion. this lotion is made from all natural ingredients so it...
If you are like me you are trying to get away from toxins and other things in cosmetics, soaps and shampoos that may be harmful to our bodies in the long run. Here is a recipe for a natural...
This is instructions on how to make your own hard wood floor polish at home with items you can buy at the grocery store or you may have them already around your home. You can make this in your...
Don't get started making your candles just to find out you forgot one vital element. Set up your workspace and keep everything handy.
How to restore original beauty to fine antiques and wood furniture without having to strip, stain and varnish the finish.
Enjoying a little sun is fun but you want to have a little coverage. This is a simple and effective way to do it yourself with a sunscreen you make at home.
Calendula is a type of marigold with healing properties. Calendula contains high amounts of flavonoids which are plant-based antioxidants that protect the skin against cell-damaging free...
I've written about how to rid the house and pets of fleas. There is one more step in the fight against the bite: You.
Ear candles, or ear cones, are hollow tubes typically made from muslin and beeswax. They are used to soften and extract earwax and remove excess moisture from the ear canal. They also help to...
Beeswax ear candles are used for the practice of candling, which is known as an alternative treatment for ear problems. Beeswax ear candles come in the shape of a funnel, and are about 12 inches...
If you're feeling emotionally and physically drained it may be time to detox your house. Research shows that most homes have as much as ten times the pollutants inside than outside. Toxic...
Beeswax has been used for years to make candles. Candles made from beeswax burn an average of twice as long as the traditional wax candles. Beeswax comes from the hives of honey bees. It is what...
Hemp lip balm can be home made and provide a safe and natural alternative to commercial lip balms. It can provide your lips with moisture and shine while being economical. It can help with...
I wear Lip Balm or Chap Stick almost very day, especially in the winter and summer months when my lips tend to dry out the most. Making your own Homemade Moisturizing Lip Balm is so fun and easy....
This recipe for lavender rosemary soap contains a combination of oils chosen for their particular properties. Beeswax and palm oil help to make a firm bar, coconut and castor oils provide a good...
If you create hand-crafted items like jewelry, home crafts, candles, or even makeup, you'll find a place on Etsy to sell your wares. It's an online market place for all things handmade and/or...
It is certainly cheaper to buy furniture from an "unfinished furniture " store. But, not only is it cheaper, it also gives you options of staining, painting, or any of multiple types of...
Herbal cosmetics can be made at home using natural ingredients. Typically, these cosmetics begin with a base of herbal oil and incorporate beeswax, cocoa butter, or shea butter, to solidify the...
Leather boots should be waterproofed before you wear them in wet weather. If you buy footwear that isn't already waterproofed by the manufacturer, you can easily waterproof your boots at home by...
Natural handmade lotions are easy to make and leave your skin looking beautiful and radiant. Almond oil is particularly beneficial for cracked and painful cuticles, it smells great and invigorates...
Herbal oils are the base ingredient for lip balms. They're easy to make, but plan ahead because they take a little time to "brew." Once you have your herbal oil prepared, it's simple to mix it...
Make your own lip balm and avoid drying and potentially harmful additives. All it takes is the right materials, and a kitchen.