When it comes to my hair it is most definitely my biggest vanity; I have what’s called “virgin hair” (I giggle every time I hear it!). Embarrassing fact? I cried when my mom trimmed my hair when I was young! Fast forward just a “few years” and I was using allll the products to make […]
Tag: essentialoils
Natural Sleep Aids that WORK!
NO, I’m not talking about passing out from a little too much wine with a friend! As always, I am here to share NATURAL suggestions, not prescription or drug store products. I wish I had this information when I only got 2 hour bursts of sleep with a newborn that didn’t nap (and then added […]
How Essential Oil Diffusers Work
This may seem an odd question to some, but it’s an important one! Why would I buy a diffuser if I can use essential oils topically? Well let’s think of how a diffuser actually works. There are 4 different “types” of diffusers; nebulizing, ultrasonic, heat & evaporative. I’m talking about ultrasonic diffusers today. They have […]
How to Reduce Toxins in Your Home
I mentioned a couple of resources in my previous post to explore the ingredients in your products (the Think Dirty app & https://www.ewg.org/). Now let’s find out how we can get rid of some of those ingredients so you can sleep at night! There are 3 ways to reduce the toxins in our skin care […]
The Truth About Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Jamie, why do you spend your time making DIY products? Well thank you for asking! You may assume it’s because I’m very frugal (true!), but I was finding brand name products for cheap or free so that’s not it. It actually started when a well meaning friend told me that my brand name lotion was […]
Managing Headaches Without Medication
We have ALL had a headache so this probably peaked your interest pretty quick. I used to have DAILY headaches; thankfully not anymore, but I’m a human so I still have them every once in a while. As I was learning more in my “natural living” journey I had read into the harm that acetaminophen […]
5 Essential Oils for Kids Learning at Home (whether you signed up for it or not!)
If you had kiddos at a school age in 2020 chances are you had to do some type of at home learning! I learned a great many things in 2020, but one huge realization was this; I LOVE my children and I LOVE teaching, but I do NOT love teaching my children! (Don’t judge me!) […]
Why Essential Oils Work!
So about 3 years ago I would have told you aromatherapy is all in your head! Then, after researching and using essential oils, I will give you the same answer… but with a completely different meaning! Ummm ok Jamie… Can you elaborate a bit? Right now you’re sounding a little crazy! Alright. So we know […]