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Make Your Own Lotion With 3 Simple Ingredients

Skin care is big business, accounting for millions of dollars in sales each year.  According to IBISWorld  the cosmetic and skin care industries are very competitive.  As a result,  companies are relying on new product introductions to grow their business.  For the consumer, this means “new & improved” patented ingredients, more chemicals and toxins with [...]

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Battle Mosquitos With A Natural Repellant

I have been waiting for warmer weather all winter long.   Of course, warm weather often brings mosquitos.    With a little planning, you’ll be able to avoid the sting of these little pests with the use of some natural methods.   History has shown us that mosquito and bug repellents are filled with controversial ingredients,  some like DDT and [...]

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First Aid the Natural Way

I knew summer was almost here when my four-year old came in the house with two scraped knees, his brother an hour later with a sliver .   The biggest change  I make in first aid supplies this time of year is simply buying more band-aids for my portable oils case.  I also stock up [...]

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Ants Steer Clear of Essential Oils

It’s been a long winter and I’ve looked forward to Spring.   I admit that this year more than ever I’ve anticipated the bloom of daffodils and tulips, the green grass and the budding trees.  Then the ants appeared, in my breakfast room.  I had forgotten how they had gotten comfortable in my dining area last [...]

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Eczema – Allergy Or Fungus?

My youngest child has been battling eczema since he was 3 months old.  This came as a surprise, as I’ve been at my healthiest point and thought he would be the healthiest baby.   As an infant his head was covered with the itchiest eczema.  After trying countless salves and creams he seemed to grow out [...]

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