Homemade Vapor Rub for the Cold and Flu Season
When my big kids were little we used to use something we called “nose medicine” when we were stuffy, most people call it Vicks® Vapor …
Aromatherapy
How to make your own body powder
Goodness, it’s hot around these parts! Probably not any hotter than any other June but since we’ve switched from antiperspirant to deodorant I notice the …
DIY Herbal Bath Tea For a Better Night’s Sleep
There’s nothing quite like slipping into a warm herbal bath after a long day. I realize some people have thing against baths and only take …
An easy and effective home remedy using essential oils for cold sores
Every fall I make “supplies” for the cold and flu season, and one of those supplies is a cold sore (or fever blister) remedy. This …
Conquering dry skin with homemade scrubs and lotions
Last week we had a little chapped lips issue going on here. We were applying lip balm all day it seemed and still several of …
DIY Anti Microbial Spray that Disinfects and Deodorizes
First let me say, I’m not a “germ-a-phobe” by any stretch of the imagination. You won’t find antibacterial soaps or hand sanitizes in our home. …
DIY His and Hers Pamper-Yourself Gift
My favorite gifts to give are pampering ones. Most people don’t take the time to truly pamper themselves and these kind of gifts give people …
How to make a Basic Healing Salve
A few weeks ago, I was in the house, minding my own business, when I felt our house shake. Now, we have a brick house, …