There’s probably no pantry staple that has been studied more than honey for skin care. Here’s an overview of all the honey skin benefits that have been researched throughout the years. Honey is synonymous with…
10 Easy Ways to Reduce, Reuse & Recycle in 2020
We all know how important it is to reduce, reuse and recycle these days. It is 2020, after all. We have access to the internet, which provides us with endless ways we can help Mother…
5 Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipes that work
Your local store might be out of stock. Or maybe you just want to make a non-toxic homemade hand sanitizer for you and your family. With these easy to follow tutorials you can make hand…
10 Brilliant DIY Ways to Use Old Mismatched Socks
One of life’s greatest mysteries is what happens to that one missing sock at the end of a wash cycle. It seems like the pile of mismatched socks just grows bigger and bigger every time….
Essential Oil Diffuser Safety around Cats
An Essential Oil Diffuser is a convenient device that can transform your home into a fragrant and pleasurable place. However, the usage of essential oil diffusers can be dangerous for pets, especially cats. Veterinarian and…
Absolute Best DIY Face Mask for Acne
If there’s one skincare issue that no one seems to escape from, it has to be acne. This gentle DIY Face Mask for Acne is an affordable and natural remedy to fight those breakouts! I…
Emulsifying wax: what is it and is it natural?
If you’re into making your own skincare products, like me, I’m sure you’ve come across emulsifying wax in a recipe before. Also, if you’re anything like me, you may have avoided using this strange sounding…
How To Read Ingredients Lists on Skincare Labels
If you’re serious about switching to clean skincare products, it’s time to get up close and personal with the ingredients lists on your bathroom staples. In this article you’ll learn how to read ingredients lists…
How To Make Lip Balm (Zero Waste Beauty)
Have you always wanted to know how to make lip balm? It’s a lot easier than you might think! Within a few simple steps you can transform all-natural ingredients into your new handbag essential. If…
DIY Frozen Snowman Bath Bombs
These Build-a-Snowman Bath Bombs are inspired by the already Classic Disney movie Frozen (and the recent release of Frozen 2!). It’s a great last-minute gift idea for Christmas that just about anyone can make. Christmas…
Naturally Scented DIY Gingerbread Ornaments
With just a few kitchen ingredients you can make your own DIY gingerbread Ornaments. Surprise family and friends with this cute scented Holiday decor and keep your Christmas decorations waste free! Picture this Holiday scene….
Winter Skin Routine using Clean Beauty Products
During the winter season your skin deserves some extra care and attention. As a natural beauty enthusiast, I’m sharing my quick 3-step face routine with you, using all clean beauty products. This routine is perfect…
Natural Deodorizing Bags + 500 Cleaning Hacks
Today I’m sharing an easy, all-natural tutorial that you can follow to make your own deodorizing bags at home. All you need is 2 simple ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen. This homemade…
DIY Bath & Body Oil with Winter Spices
One simple recipe gives you two lovely homemade beauty products. Pour a teaspoon in the palm of your hand and massage this DIY bath and body oil into your skin with your fingertips. Or add…
Your Skin Needs Pumpkin Seed Oil. Here’s Why
Pumpkin Seed Oil is a great addition to your Skincare Routine. Its many benefits make this moisturizing oil an excellent choice for oily skin types, acne sufferers and mature skin. Most fruits and vegetables can…
DIY Pumpkins: Reuse Plastic Bottles for Fall Decor
Reduce your single-use plastic at home and turn plastic drink bottles into cute pumpkin shaped fall decorations. This tutorial is a great way to reuse plastic bottles and is entirely made with materials I’m 99.9…
How To Make Pumpkin Spice Face Mask + Benefits
One PSL for my face, please! This Pumpkin Spice Face Mask is inspired by Fall, sweater weather and cozy moments curled up on the couch with a hot chocolate between your hands. The best part:…
Cranberry & Sugar DIY Lip Scrub
You can easily make your own lip scrub at home with just a few kitchen ingredients. This Cranberry Sugar DIY Lip Scrub is the perfect gift idea for Thanksgiving or the Holidays! Cranberry powder and…
12 Ways to make your Balcony Cat-proof
Today I have a little something different for all you pet lovers out there. I’m sharing my personal tips on how I made my balcony cat-proof. Your cat doesn’t need an abundance of space to…
12 Homemade Beauty Recipes inspired by Delicious Foods
A yogurt face mask, a ground coffee scrub, a honey cleanser … using food items in DIY beauty remedies is no hot news. In this list, however, you’ll find homemade beauty recipes with a different…
15 Homemade Beauty Products with Essential oils
Essential oils have gained so much popularity over the last few years. And with it the recipes for homemade beauty products with essential oils seem to have exploded.
Easy DIY Beeswax Wraps Recipe
These DIY beeswax wraps only need two simple ingredients and are made without pine resin. Safely wrap your food and bowls in eco-friendly “cling wrap” that is coated with a food grade wax and oil…
Make Your Own Skincare: Full List of DIY Ingredients
DIY Skincare seems to become more popular every year. I’ve been making my own face and body products for over five years now and it seems more natural skincare blogs and recipes pop up every…
DIY Lotion Bar Recipe – Non greasy & Vegan
This easy lotion bar recipe uses vegan friendly carnauba wax and is formulated to have a non greasy feel on your skin. Perfect for those hot Summer days! Now that temperatures are rising and sweat…
Reusable Cotton Pads – Zero Waste DIY Tutorial
Do you want to reduce the amount of single use plastic you throw out every day? In this tutorial I explain how you can make your own reusable cotton pads and make your bathroom a…
50 DIY Ideas to Keep you Busy All Summer
When you think of Summer your mind might go straight to beach, sun and sand. But I have DIY ideas for the Summer on my mind. When I’m crafting, I get into this ‘zone’. I…
4th of July Crafts for Kids or Adults
Looking for a last minute 4th of July outift? This easy step by step tutorial explains how to make your own DIY 4th of July Shirt with upcycled and recycled materials for your best Fourth of July party yet! #4thofjuly #4thofjulycrafts #4thofjulyshirts
DIY 4th of July Shirt with thrift fabrics
Looking for a last minute 4th of July outift? This easy step by step tutorial explains how to make your own DIY 4th of July Shirt with upcycled and recycled materials for your best Fourth of July party yet! #4thofjuly #4thofjulycrafts #4thofjulyshirts
Red, White & Blue Stars Melt and Pour Soaps (4th of July 2019)
It has become a tradition here that I share at least one bath tutorial for the Fourth of July. Sure, the fourth is all about food, desserts and fireworks. But I know that any beauty…
DIY Sugar Scrub inspired by Summer fruit
Spring is in full swing, but I’m already day dreaming about Summer. Especially about all the summer fruit you get to eat. A slice of watermelon as a quick snack, slices of kiwi and strawberries…
The Best Face Oils for Your Skin
There’s no more luxurious feeling than massaging an oil onto your face. When you pick the right oils for your face you can make your skin look plump and refreshed in an instant. And if…
DIY Lemon Balm Exfoliating Cleanser
Today I have a guest recipe for you written by Katja from the lovely Wild for Nature blog. It’s a more advanced recipe that foams while it exfoliates your skin. Perfect if you want to…
Fancy Epsom Salt Foot Soak
Looking for inspiration for a luxurious at home pedicure? With this Foot Salt Soak you’ll transform your feet into beach worthy gems. Sandal season is upon us. But when your feet have spend most of…
DIY Dry Body Spray with Infused Oils
This easy homemade body spray is made entirely of dry oils infused with lovely herbs and flowers. You’ll be surprised how easy this is to make at home!
DIY LIP Mask (inspired by Sephora and Laneige)
This stick on/peel off DIY lip mask to plump your lips is inspired by all the lip mask patches I see popping up in beauty stores like Sephora and Ulta and on Instagram. Like the…
Your Bath Bomb Questions Answered
Finally, your bath bomb questions have been answered. I’ve gathered all the questions I have received over the years about making your own bath bombs. Trust me, there have been many. And I seem to…
7 Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands You Can Buy Online
Do you believe it’s a mission impossible to find good quality Vegan Makeup Products? Here’s a list of 7 effective Brands that are Vegan and Certified Cruelty-Free. All of the products below can easily be…
Easy Ways to Start a Plastic Free Life
Do you want to start 2019 off right and reduce your plastic footprint? Here are a few easy tips to choose plastic free alternatives you can incorporate into your everyday life. Everything seems to be…
Beginners’ Guide To Using Essential Oils Around Pets
This guest post is written by Ashley for madewithoils.com. We love our pets. We consider them a member of the family, and we go to great lengths to keep them healthy and happy. Sometimes we…
Drawstring Bag Gift Wrapping (Upcycle DIY)
A little bit different than what you might expect to find here, but I’ve really been vibe-ing with this eco-friendly trend lately. I’ve always loved to DIY, and being mindful of recycling (and upcycling) is a…
Eco friendly Gift Wrapping Ideas for Christmas
So you’ve spotted the perfect Christmas gift. Or maybe you’ve carefully made a handmade gift from scratch (Check out my Homemade Holiday Gift Guide here for inspiration). No one says your packaging can’t look just…
DIY Glitter Face Mask with Eco Glitter
Take your DIY face masks to the next level! With just the right amount of eco glitter you can turn a functional but plain face mask into a fun selfie proof party mask. Just in…
DIY Gift: Bath Bomb Kit in a Jar
Stuck for Holiday Gift Ideas? Give your friends and family the gift of making their own Bath Bombs this year! This Bath Bomb Kit in a Jar is a creative gift for those you know…
21 DIY Bath Gift Ideas for Vegans
Not sure what to give your vegan friends this Holiday season? Show them you care, and make a personalized handmade gift you know is vegan-friendly. This list of gift ideas for vegan beauty products is…
DIY Vegan Lip Gloss Recipe
Living a vegan lifestyle has become more and more popular over the last couple of years and if you follow me on Instagram (Check out @healthy.happy.ina if you haven’t already. I spend a lot of…
DIY Eyeball Halloween Soaps
Sure, Halloween is all about the costumes and the candy. But there are plenty of excuses you can pick from (as if we needed any) to make these Monster Eyeball Halloween Soaps! Place these googly…
DIY Eyeball Bath Bombs for Halloween
Trick or treat? These eyeball bath bombs make a great candy alternative and a real treat for kids AND grown ups! They are obviously inspired by some of your store bought bath bomb favorites like…
12 Best Fall Scents for Bath Bombs
The best thing about making your own bath bombs? You can give them whatever scent you want. There’s a scent for every mood and every feeling. And if there’s one season that gives us all…
DIY SLIME with Bubble Bath (NO GLUE recipe)
To say that I’m a little late to the DIY Slime party is quite the understatement. But here it is: my recipe for DIY Slime with Bubble Bath! This recipe is made without glue/borax/enter crazy…
How to Make a Clay Face Mask for your skin type + 3 recipes
Even if you’re new to DIY beauty, you must have seen a Clay Face Mask pop up at least once in your Pinterest, Facebook or Instagram feed. A Clay face mask is a great way…