Castile soap is named for the Castile region of Spain, an area of the country well known for making olive oil. If a soap contains at least 40% olive oil, it can officially be dubbed Castile soap. This is a wonderful soap to lather onto your skin, and leaves you feeling clean without drying your […]
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Many of us, including myself, absolutely love the scents found in the popular Herbal Essences shampoos and conditioners. They feel luxurious, and many of the smells have relaxing or revitalizing aromatherapy effects so that we just can’t wait to shower. But what if you could have an even better experience with your own homemade shampoo […]
If you have dreadlocks or are considering getting them sometime soon, one concern may be finding the right shampoo. Finding the right shampoo for your dreadlocks can be difficult- it must not contain any perfumes, any conditioners, or any other chemicals that will work against the growth of your dreads. You need an all-natural soap […]
During the Middle Ages, fragrant herbs like tansy, wormwood, lavender, and rosemary were spread on the floors to perfume the air and dispel insects. By making and using a few simple herbal cleaning products, you can have a home that smells fresh, sparkles with cleanliness, and provides a pleasant environment. Along the way, you can […]
If there’s one thing I simply cannot start the morning without, it has got to be my Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Peppermint Pure-Castile Soap. Not only is the tingly sensation of the peppermint an ecstatic experience (regardless of daily use– this stuff simply amazes me!), but the natural ingredients also provide a daily reminder that I’m […]