Peppermint oil has been used for thousands of years across ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome for its medicinal properties (1). Now that research on …
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Homemade Body Butter with Jojoba Oil
With rich shea and cacao butters, this 4-ingredient body butter keeps the skin soft and smooth through even the driest of winters. Winter can be …
PaleoHacks Approved: The Natural Deodorants Worth The Hype & The Ones That Aren’t
Natural deodorants are having a moment right now. With so many natural deodorants out there, we wanted to know which ones can stand the “sweat test” …
11 Amazing Ways To Use Castor Oil for Skin, Hair, Health & Home
Castor oil is a vegetable oil that comes from the seeds of the castor oil plant, ricinus communis. This unique oil has a pale yellow color and …
Bovine Collagen vs. Marine Collagen: The Difference and Useful Tips
Not all collagen is created equal. Two of the major sources of collagen that you’ll see are bovine and marine, or cow and fish collagen. So which one …
5 Reasons to Ditch Toxic Dryer Sheets & Homemade Ideas To Use Instead
You probably don’t think twice about tossing a dryer sheet into your laundry. After all, they give your clothes a fresh scent and make them feel …
How to Safely Pop a Pimple
To pop or not to pop? Here’s what you need to know before you pop a pimple, how to safely do it, and how to care for your skin post-pop. The best …
The Easy Guide to Natural Skincare
The skin is the body’s largest organ, so taking care of your skin with healthy habits and nourishing food is crucial. Many conventional skincare …
Oil Pulling 101: Natural Benefits & A Step-By-Step Guide
Could swishing oil around in your mouth be the secret to whiter teeth, fewer cavities, and fresher breath? Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic …
6 Ice Cube Beauty Hacks
If you think that ice cubes are only useful to chill your drinks on a hot summer day, it’s time to think again! Your ice cube tray can be used for …
4 Big Problems With Microplastics (& 4 Natural, Toxic-Free Alternatives)
Microplastics are those super tiny beads (typically around 1 millimeter), that can be found in body and facial scrubs, as well as other personal care …
30 Genius Ways to Use Lemon Peels at Home
The uses for lemon peels are endless and, best of all, they’re a natural, inexpensive way to keep your home and body healthy. It’s ironic that some …