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HOMEMADE ECZEMA CREAM/SKIN MOISTURIZER — Source: The Thrifty Couple

December 14, 2013 10:22 am ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

HOMEMADE ECZEMA CREAM/SKIN MOISTURIZER

Items needed:

  • 1/4 cup of oats
  • 3/4 cup of coconut oil
  • Few drops of rosemary oil {optional}
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil

 

Recipe:

  1. Finely grind the oats to a powder/flour consistency and set aside. {You can use a blender, food processor or a Magic Bullet type of appliance.}
  2. Over a low heat, melt the coconut oil in a pan until it has a liquid consistency. 
  3. Add in a few drops of Rosemary Oil. {If you are adding it.}
  4. Add ground oats in the pan and mix until well blended.
  5. Now, pour the olive oil into the mixture until blended.

{This is what it will look like once all items are added…}

 

6. Once all ingredients are mixed, remove from heat and pour in to a small storage container. {It filled up 1 1/2 baby food jars.} Let it harden for several hours.

Now that your recipe is complete… Apply to hands and skin as needed and feel the magic at work! ;-) This recipe lasts for a long period of time so enjoy!

 

  • WHY OATS? Oatmeal contains healthy fats. When they come into contact with your skin, these fats help to add moisture to soften and repair your skin.
  • WHY COCONUT OIL? Coconut oil works wonders as a moisturizer for all skin types, especially dry skin and aging skin, leaving you refreshed and looking wide-awake. The fat in the oil helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles without any irritation.
  • WHY OLIVE OIL? It is a great skin moisturizer, in part because it contains linoleic acid, a compound not made by the body, but which prevents water from evaporating.
  • WHY ROSEMARY OIL? Rosemary essential helps in toning your skin and removing dryness.

Source: The Thrifty Couple

Posted in: Better Hair and Skin

Cleansing Ginger Lemon Tea (makes 4 cups – 1 L)

December 13, 2013 10:43 am ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

* Relieves stress and mood swings
* Fights off flu, cough and cold
* Keeps motion sickness at bay
* Aids digestion
* Eases joint pain in arthritis
* Improves immunity
* Enhances blood flow
* Prevents heart disease
* Cures low grade fever
* Refreshes mind

This recipe is taken from The Detox Guide that teaches you about the concept of detox and how to use detox to cleanse and energize your body. This guide provides the best information and safe ways to detox, including recipe ideas. The whole process helps to increase stamina and energy and improves the digestive process.

Cleansing Ginger Lemon Tea (makes 4 cups – 1 L)

2 inches (5 cm) ginger root
4 cups (1 L) filtered water
2 tbsp (30 ml) organic lemon juice
1-2 tsp (5 ml) whole stevia leaf or honey

Finely chop ginger root and infuse in freshly boiled water for at least 20 minutes, so the infusion maximizes the transfer of the active ingredients into the liquid. Add lemon juice, stevia or honey and stir. Serve hot or cold for a refreshing and revitalizing treat.

If you are interested in detoxifying your body, you can find more useful information in The Detox Guide. This guide will teach you how to use detox to cleanse and energize your body:

The Detox Guide

 

Posted in: Better Health, Recipes

Site for Dr Amen’s — Healing ADD Book…

December 11, 2013 5:29 pm ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

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Posted in: Just Me

8 Homemade Makeup Tutorials — from: http://www.naturallivingideas.com/8-homemade-makeup-tutorials/

December 10, 2013 6:35 am ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

8 Homemade Makeup Tutorials

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8 Homemade Makeup Tutorials

Many of the cosmetics we apply on our face, lips and around our eyes are packed full of harmful chemicals, many of which have been linked to cancer. A number of cosmetic companies also have loose morals with a large proportion of them still testing their products on animals.  Plus, store bought makeup can be outrageously expensive considering how easy it is to make your own makeup at home.

This blog post will reveal how you can throw away every item of makeup you own and replace it with natural homemade alternatives…

Homemade Lipstick – This is a really simple recipe that can be customized with different colors by using beetroot powder for red hues or cocoa powder for brown hues. You can also add custom scents with a few drops of essential oil. Get the full tutorial at WellnessMama.com here.

8 Homemade Makeup TutorialsHomemade Foundation – This foundation uses a base of arrowroot powder plus a combination of cocoa powder, ground cinnamon and nutmeg to customize the color. It’s really easy to make and helps to smooth out any blemishes. Find out how to make it at ThankYourBody.com here.

Homemade Translucent Powder – This is really easy. You simply have to mix three very cheap and natural ingredients together (cornstarch, French green clay and cocoa) and you have a natural translucent powder ready to apply on your face! To find out the exact measurements and to get full instructions, visit GreatOakCircle.com here.

Homemade Blush – This is an easy to adjust recipe so you can customize it to work perfectly with your skin type. Like the foundation recipe, this blush uses arrowroot as a base and requires the addition of hibiscus powder and cinnamon to customize the color. Find outhow to make it at ThankYourBody.com here.

Homemade Bronzer – Give your face a healthy glow with this DIY bronzer recipe. It’s slightly more complex than the previous tutorials but it works great for your skin! Find out how to make it at HumbleBeeAndMe.com here.

8 Homemade Makeup TutorialsHomemade Eyeliner & Eyeshadow – This DIY eyeliner and eyeshadow uses just one ingredient (activated charcoal) and water to create the easiest and cheapest eyeliner ever made – but it still works great. Get thefull tutorial at ABlossomingLife.com here.

Homemade Mascara – This DIY mascara is made from coconut oil, aloe vera gel, grated beeswax and activated charcoal. It works just as well as store bought mascara but without the dangerous chemicals and the high price tag. Get the full tutorial at ThankYourBody.com here.

Homemade Makeup Remover Wipes – It’s no use applying all natural makeup if you are simply going to wipe it off with chemical packed wipes. Instead make these all natural makeup remover wipes and keep your face chemical free. Get the full tutorial at OneGoodThingByJille.com here.

Ditch your cosmetics, save money, reduce the toxic load on your skin and make your own all natural makeup at home!

Posted in: Better Hair and Skin, New uses for every day things..

17 Foods To Buy Once And Regrow Forever

December 8, 2013 1:59 pm ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

17 Foods To Buy Once And Regrow Forever

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Everyday we  throw heaps of leftovers and scraps out which could actually be used to regrow fruits, vegetables and herbs completely free of charge.

Not only can we save money, but also reduce our carbon footprint. With grocery prices increasing, now is the best time to get frugal in the kitchen and garden.

Below are seventeen fruits, vegetables and herbs you can buy once and regrow forever…

Vegetables

Regrow Green Onions – Want to grow green onions indefinitely? If the answer is yes then follow this tutorial and always have green onions always at hand.

Regrow Onions – This clever method of growing onions in an old used water bottle on a windowsill is a great way to get free onions!

Regrow Carrots -This method to grow carrots from carrot tops is so simple you can get the kids involved. The instant results will get them excited from the word go.

Regrow Celery  – This is a clever idea to regrow celery from the base.

Regrow Sweet Potato’s – The versatility of the sweet potato means it’s a firm favorite with any home cook, here we share a tutorial on how to grow more using nothing but a sweet potato.

Regrow Leeks – Regrowing leeks is similar to regrowing green onions. The simple method is so handy to make the most out of your veggies.

Regrow Bok Choy – Along with celery and onions, bok choy can also be re-grown. This is a fantastic way of cutting your food bills. Why not try it yourself.

Fruit

Regrow Avocado – This easy to follow tutorial requires toothpicks and patience. More avocado’s are not guaranteed, but they have been known to grow. No matter what, you will definitely end up with a great plant  to feature in your garden.

Regrow Lemons – Lemons can be used in so many food and drink recipes alike, even used in crafts and homemade detergents. Why not plant a lemon seed and grow a whole Lemon Tree….

Regrow Pineapples – An impressive tip for pineapple lovers out there! This DIY will leave you with a great pineapple plant making your garden look exotic and unique.

Herbs & Spices

Regrow Ginger – This simple idea requires only a piece of sprouting ginger to regrow more of this fantastic spice forever!

Regrow Basil – Regrowing basil couldn’t be easier, this method will have you growing your own fresh basil in no time. Don’t waste your money on shop bought basil that can ruin quickly.

Regrow Lemongrass – Lemongrass is great in stir-fry recipes and adding a kick to drinks. Here’s how to grow your own.

Regrow A Garlic Bulb – You too can grow a whole garlic bulb from a simple clove. Follow these 5 steps and you will be well on your way to growing your own bulb.

Propagate Rosemary – Regrow rosemary cuttings from your container plant. Why not make even more rosemary plants to fill your garden. This popular herb can be used in a number of recipes so you won’t be short of ideas of what to use it for.

Regrow Lemon Balm – By using the cuttings of Lemon Balm, much like the above Rosemary tutorial, you can re-grow sprouts and plant even more in your garden pots.

Regrow Mint – Mint can be used in so many ways but it’s a pain having to buy a whole bunch from the store. Insteas grow your own and pick what you need!

Following a few of the above tutorials will lower your food bills and provide you with a never ending supply of herbs, fruits and vegetables that you can use in your cooking. Give them a try!

Posted in: Gardening, Indoor Gardening

Growing Onions Vertically On The Windowsill

December 8, 2013 1:44 pm ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

From: http://auntiedogmasgardenspot.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/growing-onions-vertically-on-the-windowsill/

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How nice would it be to just be able to pluck fresh green onions from the soil whenever you need them? Nothing beats fresh onions for your salads, dips or soup. But how can you ensure a supply of fresh onions at hand all the time?

 

Sure, onions are available all year round from the supermarket, but they are hardly fresh and there’s almost always no way to know for sure where they came from.

Gardeners of course will simply grow them but some simply have problems with available space.

I came across an image of spring onions grown vertically on the windowsill, using a common 5 Liter PET bottle, which I thought was a practical, space-saving and green way to grow onions. I posted the image on our Facebook Page and a few people asked how it was done…

onions

…and since I was curious myself, I did a bit of research and this is what I found:

 

FIRST, you need a planting vessel:

plastic bottles

NEXT, you need to remove the neck of the bottle then cut holes around it. You can use a scissor or a heated metal tool to make the holes. Make sure the holes are just the right for the onion bulbs.

CUT BOTTLE

NEXT, fill the bottle with layers of onion sprouts and soil.

LAYER

TOP VIEW

Keep adding layers until you reach the top of the container.

 

NEXT, water it…

WATER

AND FINALLY, set it on your windowsill…

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And watch daily as your onions grow…

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In no time, you’ll have something like this:

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So the next time you want to add some garnish to your food, sweet spice to your soup, to whip up a savory dish or to make a nice, crunchy salad, all you’ll need to do is pluck some from your vertical onion garden.

And you don’t even have to worry about storing them.

Posted in: Indoor Gardening

7 Natural Cleaning Cheats That Will Rock Your World

December 8, 2013 1:36 pm ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

From: http://www.naturallivingideas.com/7-natural-cleaning-cheats/

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7 Natural Cleaning Cheats That Will Rock Your World

No one really likes cleaning… do they?

This blog post aims to arm you with the knowledge to make cleaning your home so much easier, so much cheaper, and without any of the harmful chemicals.

These seven cheats will help you remove carpet stains with one simple ingredient, remove grease stains from laundry, clean icky pans without all the scrubbing, remove hard water stains in your bathroom, fix wood scratches in furniture and so much more.

So without further ado, here are seven natural cleaning hacks that will rock your world…

1. How To Remove Hard Water Stains With A Lemon

Half a lemon works more powerfully than any commercially available chemical cleaners when it comes to clearing away hard water stains in your bathroom. Simply slice a lemon in half and rub the open fruit on the stains, rinse away and admire your brand new sparkling bathroom! To see before and after photos, plus more bathroom cleaning tricks, visit BroccoliCupcake.com here.

2. How To Remove Carpet Stains With Hydrogen Peroxide

This simple trick requires just two materials: hydrogen peroxide and a damp cloth and will clear away those set in stains from your carpet in no time with no harmful chemicals required. To find out how this works and to see before and after photos, visit DIYConfessions.com here.

3. How To Clean Icky Pans With Castile Soap

Castile soap is an ingredient with so many uses and this method for cleaning “icky” pans is one of the best. Just squeeze a little onto your pan and start scrubbing – but you won’t need to scrub as much as if you were using plain old dish soap. Soon your pan will look shiny, clean and brand new again! You can see full instructions and before and after photos here.

4. How To Remove Grease Stains From Clothes

Grease stains are one of the most common, but also one of the most difficult stains to get out. This fantastic trick which involves simply adding a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil onto the grease stain works wonders and can help return some of your favorite clothes to their former glory. To find out how this works and to see before and after photos, visit CreativeChristianMama.com here.

5. How To Remove Paint Spills & Splatters With Rubbing Alcohol

Spilling or splatting paint seems to happen to me every time I pick up a paint brush, so I’m thankful that it’s so easy to remove paint spills simply using rubbing alcohol. You simply need a paper towel and some rubbing alcohol and then you scrub. To find out how this works and to see before and after photos, visit CreeklineHouse.com here.

6. How To Clean Your Oven Without Harsh Chemicals

Cleaning your oven is one of those chores that just keeps getting put off… and off… and off! But with this simple method oven cleaning won’t be such a chore and you won’t have to use any harmful chemicals! It requires just baking soda and water and requires very little elbow grease. To find out how and to see before and after photos, visit LiveRenewed.com.

7. How To Fix Scratches In Wood With Two Simple Ingredients

Wood scratches can really ruin a piece of beautiful furniture – but they are incredibly easy to get rid of! Using a simple mixture of olive oil and vinegar you can quickly remove wood scratches and have your furniture looking brand new again! Find out how this works and see before and after photos at DomesticBlissSquared.com

These seven cleaning cheats are so simple, so cheap and totally natural. I can’t promise they will make you enjoy household cleaning, but I can promise you that it will make it quicker!

Posted in: New uses for every day things.., This & That

DIY: fix scratches in wood furniture

December 8, 2013 1:31 pm ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

DIY: fix wood scratches

A few weeks ago I read this post at Lily & Thistle about a DIY for fixing scratched furniture. It seemed too good to be true! She claimed that she used a mixture of 1/4 cup vinegar and 3/4 cup olive oil and magically got rid of the scratches in a piece of thrift store furniture.

I knew I was going to try it, though! See, I have this table:

DIY fix scratches in wood furniture
my preciousssss…

My husband hates it, but I just adore it! I have a small large obsession for vintage modern furniture, and this is one of my favorite pieces I’ve collected (He calls them my “ugly grandpa furniture.” What does he know about style? Bah!). But in this case, he’s kind of right. As much as I love it, it’s in really bad shape on the top. Check it out:

DIY fix scratches in wood furniture

I’ve tried furniture polish and orange oil, and nothing really makes it look much better. It was sitting forlornly in our garage waiting for me to decide if it was worth keeping, so I figured I’d give this magical trick a try as a last ditch effort.

I mixed about 1/2 cup vinegar with 1/2 cup of olive oil, because I didn’t have enough Olive Oil and it still worked! Check it out:

fix scratches in wood furniture

I took a kitchen rag and just dipped it in and rubbed it on. I kept going until I had gone over the whole table and used almost all of the mixture. I was shocked! It really worked! The scratches were fixed! My “grandpa table” now looks like this:

DIY fix for scratches in wood furniture

Let’s just do a little side by side comparison, shall we? I think this deserves it’s own montage. Try and imagine Rocky music in your head for me as we watch the transformation:

DIY fix wood scratches
Posted in: New uses for every day things.., This & That

Berry Water

December 7, 2013 10:19 am ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

I was at an event and the hostess made a punch with a fruit ring.. I took some of the  frozen fruit and added them to my apple cinnamon water. The results were very tasty.

 

Mix together a few Raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and any other berries or fruit pieces together in some juice or water.

Pour into ice cube trays or other suitable small holders and freeze.. Add one or two to your favorite water.

These would be tasty in juice too.

After you are finished with the water be sure to eat all the remaining fruit for additional fruit and fiber..

Posted in: Better Health, Recipes

How To Make An “Herbal Home Remedy” Kit : also: Banana Peel for great skin..

December 7, 2013 9:29 am ⋅ Leave a Comment ⋅

Go to the Underground Health page:: —  http://www.undergroundhealth.com/how-to-make-an-herbal-home-remedy-kit/

In addition I will share that every time I eat a banana, I take part of the skin and rub the inside of the peel all over my face and hands. If I using them in a recipe and have a few peels I made this concoction:

Ingredients:

Banana peels

Filtered water

Lemon juice..

Directions:

Cut peel into small pieces and add about 2 Tablespoons of filtered water in the large Magic Bullet jar.

Mix until nearly smooth.

Add the juice of one lemon. Continue mixing until smooth..

Apply to your face and hands..

Store thr rest in a clean glass jar in the refrigerator.. It will keep for a few days..

Then eat another banana and make a new batch..

If you want you may cut up the peels and freeze them to make a body moisturizer at a later date.. 

Posted in: Better Hair and Skin, Better Health, New uses for every day things..