Rose Infused Witch Hazel
Soothing roses + anti-inflammatory witch hazel combine in this beautiful rose infused witch hazel - perfect to use as a facial toner, for bug bites, acne, sunburn, varicose veins & more!
Basil Anti-Aging Face Cream Recipe
This luscious DIY anti-aging face cream recipe contains fresh basil leaves, nourishing hempseed oil and skin softening mango (or shea) butter.
Citrus Fresh Body Butter
This citrus fresh body butter is exactly what you've been needing to make mornings your new favorite time of the day. Enjoy!
Natural Preservatives for Homemade Lotion
Confused about using preservatives in homemade lotion? I was too, so I ran an experiment to see if I really needed them, and which ones really work.
Butters, Balms, and Salves - What's the difference? | The School of Aromatic Studies
Butters, Balms, and Salves – What’s the difference? Both body butters and balms are made utilizing the base ingredients of natural butter/s and herbal and/or vegetable/nut/seed oils. Balms contain beeswax. Salves use herbal oils and beeswax. Since body balms, butters, and salves do not contain water, they are called anhydrous formulations. The lack of water... Continue Reading
Boston Butt Dry Rub - Six Clever Sisters
Boston Butt Dry Rub - garlic powder, pepper, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, dry mustard, cumin, paprika, chili powder - the perfect combo of spices!
10+ Salves to Make for Any Ailment - This Natural Home
Salve… it’s such a funny word. Why is that L in there anyway? No matter how it sounds, these salves could be life changing for you. These salves are great to make for any ailment that you might have. 10+ Salves to Make for Any Ailment DIY Cayenne Pain Relief Salve Found at Simple Life […]
Richard Whelan ~ Medical Herbalist
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Cnidium Herb Uses and Therapeutic Benefits
Botanical Name: Cnidium monnieri. Cnidium monnieri should not be confused with Bacopa monneri or Cnidium officinale. Other Common Names: Monnier's snowparsley, susangja (Korean), jashõshi (Japanese), she chuang zi (Chinese), kinesisk brændeskærm (Danish), monnierslirekjeks (Norwegian). Habitat: The plant is native to China, Vietnam, Laos, Siberia and Eastern Europe. It prefers areas in full sun or half shade and requires evenly moist soil. Description: Cnidium monnieri is a fragrant, annual…
Muira Puama – Side Effects and Benefits
Medicinal Properties, Common and Traditional Uses of the Herb Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides) and the Side Effects and Benefits of Its Extracts
How to Make DIY Cracked Hand Salve in 5 Minutes
An easy to make DIY cracked hand salve that really works on dry, rough winter hands. Makes an excellent gift too.
Prevent Mold in Homemade Beauty Recipes
Prevent mold in homemade beauty recipes without adding chemical preservatives or additives.
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