Are you looking for an all natural homemade massage oil for romantic evenings in the bedroom? As you know, many commercial products, like lubricants and lotions, can contain unsavory ingredients like synthetic fragrances, pthlates, petroleum products and more. It can be very easy to make your own and be confident in the quality of the ingredients you are using. … Read More
Homemade After Shave
My mission to detox our lives has been a slow and steady process. Finding replacements for the toxic items I used to love offers both a lesson in patience and creativity. Will the item I find or make be as good or better than what I used to use? Obviously the ingredients will be much better – but will the … Read More
DIY Eye Makeup Remover
A few years ago I came across a recipe for my own homemade, DIY eye makeup remover! Could it work? I was willing to try it! Besides, I was beginning my journey to a non-toxic beauty cabinet so I figured I had to give it a whirl! Are you starting your own journey? Check out this awesome PDF that we made just for … Read More
Homemade Moisturizing Shower Gel Recipe
I have really been enjoying detoxing my home and beauty products and this homemade shower gel recipe does not disappoint. It is so important to be mindful of both what we put IN and ON our bodies. Oh Lardy started out more focused on real, nourishing foods but as we grow and develop, we are starting to focus on quality … Read More
Operation DETOXIFY my beauty cabinet
Detoxifying my home has been a slow process, friends. While every ounce of my being wishes to do EVERYTHING ALL AT ONCE, I have found that it just isn’t possible. It is overwhelming and confusing and exhausting. I began my journey to a healthier lifestyle back in 2009 when we decided to get chickens for our backyard. Shortly after that … Read More
DIY Body Oil Recipe for Silky Skin
I love moisturizing after a shower. I find in the winter months, my skin gets so dry from the cold air outside and the heated air inside. I try to drink plenty of water and make sure I am eating enough healthy fats to keep my skin healthy from the inside out but I also like using non-toxic products on … Read More
Homemade Hand Cleaning Spray Recipe
Make your own Homemade Hand Cleaning Spray I love having this hand cleaning spray in my purse and car to help keep things clean. But, I do not like using sprays with harsh ingredients. This homemade hand cleaning spray is crazy easy to make, it smells good and doesn’t contain yucky ingredients! And when it comes to yucky ingredients, check out this PDF … Read More
All Natural DIY Portable Foaming Hand Soap Recipe
Changing out the hand soap we use in our house was an early non-toxic swap for me. As concerned as I am about ingredients in food and what we put in our bodies, I am slowly starting to make changes for what we put ON our bodies as well. We have been making our own lotion, breath spray and sugar … Read More
DIY non toxic Hair Detangler Recipe
Don’t you love it when you are using a product in your home that you have bought for years and think, “I bet I could make this”?? I have slowly been detoxifying my home over the last few years. It is hard to do it over night. So, I am doing one thing at a time. Early on it was … Read More
Homemade Facial Serum for Aging Skin
I have been having so much fun experimenting with different DIY recipes using Young Living Essential Oils. It is so nice to be able to make my own products, using non-toxic ingredients and know what I am putting in and on my body. I still haven’t gotten rid of everything store bought…I am not ‘that’ into DIY…but when I make … Read More
Kid Approved Mouthwash Recipe
In your quest to have a toxic-free home, I am sure you have come across your dental products and wondered if there is a better alternative. Years ago when I first started making replacements for toothpaste, I started with those that didn’t have food dye in them. That was a step in the right direction, right? Of course! Then I … Read More
Orange Blossom Exfoliating Facial Scrub Recipe
I have been enjoying swapping out some of my ‘conventional’ beauty products for ones homemade with healthier ingredients and super charged with essential oils. I am still not 100% there yet and not sure I ever will be but it is a fun and empowering journey. Have you started this somewhat daunting task yet? Not sure where to start? Don’t … Read More
The Best Homemade Solution for Puffy Eyes
Do you battle puffy eyes some mornings? I know I sometimes do! Sometimes I use a cold washcloth or cucumbers to reduce the puffiness but I recently came up with this serum to help. And it works great! Kelly and I have loved experimenting with our essential oil collection, making a variety of beauty and personal products such as lotion, … Read More
A Menstrual Cup Can Change Your Life!
Yup! That’s right! We are talking about periods today. If you are a dude and NOT interested in learning why a menstrual cup can change your life, you might want to go read about Wort Brined Pickles or Beer Brined Chicken or Essential Oils for Men! You are welcome to stay of course. Your lady will appreciate your extensive knowledge … Read More
Chocolate Citrus DIY Lip Balm Recipe
I love a good lip balm, especially in the winter. I don’t wear a lot of lipstick, usually just a balm or a gloss so having one handy is necessary for me. Plus, having one that is uber-moisturizing is also required. I have tried my hand at a few DIY lip balm recipes but most were too hard; it felt … Read More
Homemade Lotion with Shea Butter and Lavender
I have been making this lotion for about 6 months and I have to tell you…I am in LOVE with it! It is so rich and creamy and soothes my skin both in the winter and in the summer. I have been playing with different Young Living essential oils to add a slight scent and to help my skin. … Read More