Tamanu oil is an exotic and precious oil with a rich history. Thousands of years ago, the native Tahitian people discovered a strange looking tree growing near the ocean. It produced green fruits that contained nuts. When the nuts were dried and squeezed, the people found that it produced a greenish yellow oil. And this oil had luxurious moisturizing qualities to it! The people soon used this oil as a moisturizer, sun protectant and natural healing substance for their skin and hair. Thus the amazing beauty benefits were discovered! (Okay, I really felt like Moana’s grandmother when relating this tale Continue Reading
6 DIY Vegetable Glycerin Recipes for Skin
I love vegetable glycerin! It’s so smooth, silky and very hydrating! It’s a super cool ingredient to add into your homemade skin care recipes because of its versatility and great beauty benefits! In this post, I’m sharing 6 DIY vegetable glycerin recipes for skin. Before we jump into the recipes, you can read my post on 20 Beauty Benefits of Vegetable Glycerin for Skin, Hair & More! 6 DIY Vegetable Glycerin Recipes for Skin 1. Hydrating Face Moisturizer What you need 3 oz organic rose water (where to get it) 1 tsp vegetable glycerin (where to get it) 1 tsp jojoba oil (where to get Continue Reading
DIY Shea Butter Sleep Cream
Do you kids stay up late into the night complaining of sleeplessness? Or are you suffering from it yourself? Try this DIY shea butter sleep cream! It contains magnesium oil which promotes deep and peaceful sleep! Sleep cream is a lotion you slather on at night to calm your tired body and help you rest better. They contain sleep-inducing ingredients like lavender oil, chamomile and magnesium oil. These natural ingredients generally help relax the mind and body, creating just the right environment to make you drowsy. Taking a warm bath or shower is something that really helps one get a good night’s rest. So if Continue Reading
DIY Deodorant with Bentonite Clay
Want a recipe for DIY deodorant with bentonite clay? Find one right here! When I posted one of my fav go-to diy deodorant recipes, a lovely reader told me she added a little clay to it and it was fantastic. I told her I couldn’t wait to get my hands on some clay so I could add some too! You can add any type of clay to your homemade deodorant: kaolin clay, French green clay, fuller’s earth clay and bentonite clay. I chose bentonite clay because it’s highly praised for its powerful detoxifying properties. Let’s see more benefits of bentonite clay for deodorant below: Sucks out impurities, toxins and heavy Continue Reading
Can I Use Himalayan Pink Salt on My Face?
The Most Nutrient-Rich Salt in the World Not all salt is created equal. The title of the most superior quality of salt in the world belongs to Himalayan pink salt. Himalayan pink salt is said to be the purest salt in the world. This is because of its location, the Himalayan mountain range, where the high altitudes and cold climes make the salt pristine, pure, oxygen-rich and nutrient-rich. The salt is said to contain over 80 different minerals and trace elements, which are needed for daily basic functions of the body. Beauty Benefits of Himalayan Pink Salt Some of the beauty benefits of Himalayan salt Continue Reading