Chronic pain isn’t something we like to talk about. It’s uncomfortable. Not only does it destroy lives, there’s no easy way to treat it. It’s not something you can just slap a Band-Aid on and declare healed. And all this “not talking” isn’t helping the millions of Americans that live with some form of chronic pain. For many chronic pain … Read More
4 Weekend Projects to Make You Feel Good
There are definitely weekends when lazing around the house and doing nothing at all are good for the soul. However, too much lying around can sometimes have the opposite effect intended; it may leave you feeling tense, agitated, and unfulfilled. If you’re itching for something to do — but wish to avoid stress and frustration — consider one of the … Read More
5 Little Signs You Are Aging – And What To Do About It
At 33, I don’t feel old. Quite the opposite really — I often wonder just when it is I’m finally going to feel like an adult. That said, I’m definitely starting to see (and feel) the signs of aging. There are fine lines forming around my eyes, I have streaks of grey running through my hair, and, at times, the … Read More
How to Buy Savvy Minerals Makeup
Getting Started Interested in getting your makeup and joining my team? Get started here. Click “Other Premium Starter Kits” to see the Savvy Minerals Makeup Kits. Be sure the number 1765483 is in the enroller and sponsor ID fields. Signing up as a member doesn’t mean you have to sell anything. It just means you get wholesale pricing (24% off) and … Read More
Fall Nuisances and What to Do About Them
There’s no doubt about it: fall is easily my favorite of the four seasons. There’s something so magical about the smell in the air, the colors of the falling leaves, the coziness of oversized sweaters and fleece-lined leggings. Of course, apple cider and pumpkin-spiced everything is nothing to sniff at either. But alas, fall isn’t perfect. There are a handful … Read More
5 Things You Need to Know About Brushing Your Teeth with Charcoal
As someone who’s tried multiple teeth whitening products in the past, I can tell you that getting your pearly whites brighter is no easy feat. I’ve experimented with a variety of whitening strips, but they’ve always left my teeth and gums feeling overly sensitive. Gel trays aren’t much better (they make me gag), and I have yet to meet one … Read More
4 Simple Ways to Go Green at Home
There are a million and one amazing reasons to go green, but knowing where to start — and what to do — can be a bit overwhelming. Fortunately, there are a number of easy ways to embark on your green journey; all it takes is a little focus and a lot of practice. Make Your Own Green Cleaners Making your … Read More
Clean Enough for Cancer
This was shared with me not too long ago and I really felt called to share it with all of you. What a staggering and sobering stat! “Stay at home moms and women who work from home are 54% more likely to die from cancer than women who don’t work from home.” Let that sink in. I thought our … Read More
Immune Supporting Bath Salts
As a child, I took baths all of the time! But as soon as I graduated to showering, it was years before I actually returned to the tub. Honestly, I just didn’t understand why people took baths. I didn’t have the time for that. Who wants to sit in a warm tub for a long time?? Turns out, it is … Read More
The Number One Health Mistake You Are STILL Making (Free PDF and Webinar)
You have made the switch to real food. You are reading ingredient labels more closely. You are choosing more nourishing ingredients. But are you choosing safe cosmetics? But I bet there is one thing you might not be thinking about yet… What you put on your skin! Our skin is our largest organ and the beauty and personal care … Read More
How Safe is Your Sunscreen?
Once we head outdoors for summer, sunscreen is a must have in my purse and pool bag. I do use sunscreen all year long on my face, but am definitely more diligent about it over once the warm weather hits. I am not afraid of some unprotected sun exposure but when we spend all day outside, I like my family … Read More
10 Ingredients You Should Avoid in Your Beauty Products
You know Oh Lardy has always been concerned about ingredients in our real food. That was a major transition of ours into a healthy lifestyle! Over the years, we have begun to ditch cleaning products with harmful ingredients by making our own and using Thieves Household cleaner. We also have been slowly detoxing our beauty cabinets, as well, mainly by … Read More
Homemade Jewelry Cleaner
I will admit, I am not good at keeping jewelry sparkling and clean! I rarely take off my rings and earrings and they get coated in soap, dirt and just general ‘gunk’. But this homemade jewelry cleaner makes it easy to do and is non-toxic, too! I do love when I stop by a jewelry store and they clean … Read More
Homemade Facial Toner Recipe
I have been having fun starting to detoxify my beauty cabinet. It is still a slow process but I am consistently oil cleansing, using my facial serum, body lotion and now am using this amazing homemade facial toner. We actually created a cool PDF for you so that you can have fun detoxifying YOUR beauty cabinet! This is so … Read More
Supplements and Essential Oils for Beautiful Skin
Your Skin Why do we care what we use on our skin? Did you know that what we put ON our skin…we put IN our bodies?! Our pores aren’t a one way street meant just for sweat; they absorb what you apply as well. Every time you slather lotion, mineral oil, petroleum jelly, and other products just pretend you are … Read More
Homemade Shaving Cream
If you recall, I recently posted a recipe for a homemade after shave! I got to thinking, if I can make an after shave for my husband, why not make a homemade shaving cream?! How hard can it be? Turns out it isn’t hard. However, finding a shaving cream that my husband will actually use IS hard. The thing is, … Read More