Natural Muscle Pain Relief Lotion Bars
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I love to use lotion bars as a simple way to moisturize and nourish my skin because they are easy to customize. This natural muscle pain relief version is one of my…
Beauty
Conventional beauty products contain harmful chemicals and additives. These natural beauty recipes are alternatives to popular products and contain beneficial ingredients for your skin.
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Homemade Natural Body Wash
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When I played soccer in high school, I spent a lot of money on fancy body wash products (and fancy personal care products in general). I bought into all the…
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Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh Lotion Bars
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Growing up, I remembered hearing the Christmas story and the gifts the wise men brought. I wondered what the significance of frankincense and myrrh were. Gold seemed obvious, but I…
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Mint Chocolate Lip Scrub for Deliciously Smooth Lips
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Winter weather means cold air and, for many of us, chapped lips. I like using sugar lip scrubs (like a sugar cookie lip scrub) to help eliminate the excess skin…
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How to Make Eyeshadow From Natural Ingredients
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Over the years I’ve come up with plenty of natural makeup options. While I’ve already shared some of my simple eye makeup recipes here, this article gives more details on…
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How to Find the Best Natural Skincare Routine for Your Skin Type
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It seems that (especially for women) switching from regular skincare products to natural versions is one of the toughest natural living steps to take. It’s hard to break free of…
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All-Natural Homemade Lipstick Recipe
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I’ve been making natural lip balm, lipstick, and chapstick recipes for years, although it took me a while to actually get it to the point of a recipe. Typically I would…
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5 Simple & Natural Detox Bath Recipes
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Nothing is more relaxing than a warm bath… except perhaps a relaxing warm detox bath that also helps cleanse the body in other ways. If you struggle with toxins or…
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Vitamin C & Witch Hazel Facial Toner Recipe
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Finding a natural skincare routine can be tough. It often leads to strange things like washing your face with olive oil or making a face mask out of yogurt. It…
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Homemade Conditioner for Hair (Natural DIY Recipe)
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There are a lot of options when it comes to hair conditioner, even natural conditioners. While I like using this deep conditioning molasses hair mask, it’s nice to have something…
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Homemade Anti-Itch Cream (Like Calamine Lotion)
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With kids, skin irritations are a fact of life… especially during the summer when things like mosquito bites, poison ivy, and other insect bites can cause skin problems. Don’t let the lack…
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The Healthy Way to Wash Hair (& Why I Don’t Do It Daily)
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Although I make my own homemade shampoo and even created a better-than-conventional shampoo and conditioner at Wellnesse, I don’t use them every day. How often to wash hair depends on…
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DIY Sugar Wax for Ridiculously Smooth Skin
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Sugar waxing is one of the few uses for white sugar I can get behind. (Sugar scrubs come in at a close second!) Here’s how to make your own natural…
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DIY Eyelash Growth Serum for Luscious Lashes
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Big eyes and long eyelashes are a classic feminine trait and many women have gone to great lengths (pun intended) for them. I even made my own natural eye shadow…
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Natural Tinted Face Lotion Recipe (Like BB Cream)
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If you’ve been reading Wellness Mama for long, you know that I’m not a fan of using chemicals that I can’t pronounce to clean my house or rubbing them on…
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DIY Vitamin C Serum for Bright, Even Skin
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Vitamin C serum is an anti-aging natural skincare ingredient often found in high-end beauty regimens. You can find this antioxidant in many moisturizers, lotions, and creams as well. Why all the…
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DIY Pregnancy Stretch Mark Salve
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Oh, stretch marks… I got stretch marks with my first pregnancy and have since gotten rid of them, even through five more pregnancies. Better yet, I haven’t gotten any new…
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7 Natural Hair Removal Options That Work
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Even though I’ve been known to use hair growth serum for healthier hair, there are some places hair isn’t welcome. There are plenty of hair removal options out there, from…
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Soothing and Brightening Turmeric Face Mask
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Maybe you’ve heard of a honey mask, and you’ve probably done a yogurt mask at some point. But let me introduce you to a turmeric face mask. Rich in antioxidants…
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How to Make Luxurious Rose Bath Melts
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Take a hot soak in the tub with these rose bath melts to help melt away stress! Unlike bath bombs which are fizzy and refreshing, bath melts are full of…
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DIY Coffee Under Eye Cream Recipe (to Perk Up Tired Eyes)
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Coffee doesn’t just have to perk up your morning, it can also perk up tired eyes! Infused with real coffee, this coffee under eye cream features nourishing antioxidants, butters, and…
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Dry Brushing for Skin: 5 Benefits & How to Do It the Right Way
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You probably brush your hair, and your teeth (hopefully with natural toothpaste), but do you brush your skin? And why would you? This practice has been gaining popularity lately and…
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Herbal DIY Aftershave Recipe for Men
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My other half has thick hair, which means most conventional shaving products irritate his skin. I’ve been making homemade shaving options for him for years now. A DIY aftershave is…
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Warming Gingerbread Body Scrub
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Who doesn’t love the smell of warm gingerbread cookies baking in the oven?? Well now you can have the same comforting aroma in this gingerbread body scrub. It’s versatile, great…