When I first heard of the idea of oil pulling my first though was….gross! However after hearing of the many benefits repeatedly I decided that I needed to give it a try. If you’ve never heard of oil pulling it is basically swishing oil around in your mouth for a period of time. It is…
DIY Beauty and Personal Care
DIY Hand Sanitizer
This DIY Hand Sanitizer is a great natural alternative to tradition hand sanitizers, which have been shown to cause numerous problems in the body. For a long time, I thought I was doing the right thing by always having hand sanitizer in my purse for the kids. This was especially true when the boys were…
DIY Mouthwash
Did you know that the flavorings in many commercial mouth washes can negatively impact your mouth flora? This healthy DIY Mouthwash is a natural alternative. It is antibacterial and can even help to combat bad breath. And bonus: you can easily make it for a fraction of the cost of traditional mouthwashes. I can’t remember…
DIY Cucumber Toner
This DIY Cucumber Toner is a cooling toner that is perfect for summer! This soothing toner is anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and great for all skin types. Since my diagnosis with hypothyroidism, I’ve been doing a number of things to work towards natural healing. Since a super-restrictive diet really doesn’t work for me in the long term,…