If there’s one thing many of us like to indulge in, it’s makeup, whether used to cover our so-called imperfections or make us look and feel more glamorous on a night out. Here’s the thing though: if you want high-quality makeup that uses safe ingredients, you often have to spend a small fortune on the…
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18 Best Homemade Ice Cream Recipes (and healthy!)
For many, ice cream is their favorite dessert, especially on those long, hot summer days. But what happens if you’re embracing a dairy-free lifestyle? Or you simply don’t want to consume the unhealthy fat, sugar, and carbohydrates in such a treat? This is where healthy ice cream comes into play (or ‘nice cream’, as it’s…
17 Simple and Fresh Edamame Recipes
If you’ve been to a Japanese restaurant before and scratched your head at the mention of “edamame”, then you’re not alone. Although this humble little bean has been named a superfood, it isn’t exactly the most well-known vegetable. So, what exactly is edamame, you ask? Edamame are young soybeans that are usually eaten while they’re…
20 DIY Recipes Using Activated Charcoal
From celebrities to nutritionists, scientists, and just about everyone else in between – many people seem to be singing the praises of activated charcoal these days, but for plenty of good reasons! Whether it’s used on your face, teeth, skin, or even consumed in food and beverages, activated charcoal offers a seemingly endless list of…
22 Tasty Goji Berry Recipes (Smoothies, Cookies, & more)
Goji berries might seem like one of the latest fads to put on your smoothie bowl, but they’re (thankfully) here to stay. You see, this “superfood” has earned every bit of its title, with studies showing that the bite-sized berry has numerous health benefits when consumed. Along with helping to prevent premature aging, they also…
20 Fun DIY Indoor Plant Ideas for Beginners
Indoor plants might be the in-thing at the moment, but this trend comes with a number of benefits for your health and wellbeing too. You see, plants have proven to reduce stress and create a feeling of positivity when placed in our indoor environments. Additionally, studies have shown that indoor plants reduce carbon dioxide levels,…
15 Homemade Muscle Rub Recipes for Sore Muscles
Whether you suffer from conditions such as RSI, have hurt your back doing the gardening, or just play a lot of sport – muscle aches and pains affect all of us at some point or another in life. While some turn to over-the-counter drugs and creams for pain relief, others are taking advantage of natural…
13 Homemade Foot Cream Recipes for Soft + Smooth Heels
Summer is upon us in the northern hemisphere, which means the likelihood of having dry, rough, and cracked feet multiplies. Wearing flip-flops can leave our heels sore and tired, while walking around barefoot might be relaxing, but it’s detrimental to the tender skin on your feet. Add in exposure to bacteria at public pools and…
30+ DIY Perfumes You Can Make Using Essential Oils
There’s no doubt perfumes are one of the finer things in life, but they often come with a pretty hefty price tag. You’d be forgiven for thinking those sweet aromas come from flower petals and plants too, as a large number of store-bought perfumes actually contain more harm than good – namely in the form…
12 DIY Headache Balm Recipes for Instant Pain Relief
Headaches seem to affect us all, but what if we told you there was a more natural way to ease the pain than reaching for tablets? Some clever, natural living enthusiasts have developed their own headache balms and the best part is that you can follow their recipes and make them for yourself. These balm…