Have you heard about the ‘no poo’ shampoo method? Short for ‘no shampoo’, this method has a lot of devoted fans who have abandoned the petrochemicals and detergents in conventional shampoo, and let their scalp return to its natural oil balance, saving them time, money and their long-term health. Why Go ‘No Poo’ When...
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Avoid harmful chemicals like DEET and deter mosquitoes and biting insects naturally with our easy DIY mosquito repellant recipe. Combining apple cider vinegar and a blend of essential oils that mosquitoes and sandflies just hate, you can enjoy your picnic or hike in the bush without pesky mozzies buzzing around or harmful chemicals on...
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Making your own natural dishwasher detergent tablets means never relying on the store-bought stuff again! Ditch the synthetic detergents and wasteful plastic packaging – this DIY doesn’t take long to prepare, can be used with any dishwasher, and keeps dishes sparkling clean, naturally. Bi-Carb & Citric Acid have powerful cleansing powers and create the fizz in your...
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When was the last time you looked at the ingredients of a conventional all-purpose cleaner and knew exactly what they were, let alone how to pronounce them!? Well, did you know that you can make your own all-purpose cleaner using simple, natural ingredients, many of which you will already have in your pantry? By...
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As with many common household and beauty items, a natural bug and mosquito repellent can be made inexpensively at home, using simple, natural ingredients. This bug and mosquito repellent is based on apple cider vinegar and a combination of herbs that have been known for their antibacterial, antiviral, antiseptic, and antifungal properties for centuries....
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Many of you are already reducing single use plastic by using a reusable coffee cup, produce bags, water bottles, and a stainless steel straw. But here are 10 new plastic free ideas you might never have thought of. Top Plastic Free Ideas for Plastic Free July Shampoo bar instead of shampoo and conditioner in plastic bottles! Our first...
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Have you ever heard of washing your hair with clay? Clay is actually really beneficial for your hair, just as it is when applied to your face in a face mask or when used in a DIY deodorant. It detoxes and leaves your hair shiny and clean with lots of volume. Here we use...
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Conditioning your hair with apple cider vinegar after washing with a natural shampoo or shampoo bar adds shine, brightens the natural colour, leaves hair soft and easy to comb, removes soap build up, and helps combat dandruff and eczema. It’s also simple, natural, and toxin and palm oil free, which is even better. Many...
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Our deep cleansing DIY face mask with bentonite clay, raw honey and lavender will help to clear skin, minimise pores, and detoxify. Bentonite clay is able to attract, trap and remove toxins from the body, which makes it the perfect addition to this deep cleansing DIY face mask. Meanwhile, raw honey is naturally antibacterial...
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With the warmer weather and rains comes the inevitable arrival of mosquitoes. It is possible to keep bugs and mosquitoes away without the use of insecticides and harmful chemicals, such as DEET. In this blog post we share some of the most effective ways to protect yourself from mosquitoes naturally. DEET (N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide) is one of the most...
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