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The best deodorant for sensitive skin (from someone with eczema)
I’ve had eczema since I was a kid, so I am picky about what I use on my body. Here are my top picks for deodorant for people with sensitive skin.
Exploring Mullein Plant Medicinal Uses (And Recipes)
Discover the medicinal benefits of the mullein plant for respiratory issues, skin conditions and ear pain. Plus a few recipes for your own home remedies.
Schisandra berries: benefits for women (plus recipes)
Learn how Schisandra berries can balance your hormones and support your health. Plus, I share a few of my favorite recipes.
How to make a perfect herbal sitz bath
Here are the perfect herbs for a healing sitz bath.
6 herbs for balancing female hormones (with recipes)
These herbs for balancing female hormones come with a whole bunch of other benefits. Here’s how to incorporate them into your monthly cycle.
Plantain leaf benefits and uses for women’s health
There are plenty of plantain leaf benefits to make you want to stock your home with it. Here are the main benefits, plus three recipes.
7 Herbs For PCOS (& Other Natural Remedies)
Research shows that these herbs for PCOS can help treat symptoms. Here’s which ones to try.
Motherwort uses and benefits for women
This healing herb has been used for women’s health for thousands of years. Here are my favorite Motherwort uses and benefits for women.
Burdock Root Benefits & Healing Recipes
These burdock root benefits will make you want to put this healing plant in your pantry!
3 Refreshingly Healthy Mocktails for Dry January and Beyond
After a long and well-deserved month of indulging in food, wine, and festivities, January is the ideal month to cut back and focus on your health. Dry January is a popular trend that sees people abstain from drinking alcohol for…
Deliciously healing golden milk mix recipe (vegan)
Enjoy this healing golden milk mix, my own recipe after traveling through the home of Ayurvedic medicine.
Easy vegan whipped cream frosting to top any dessert
The perfect vegan whipped cream frosting recipe that is light, airy, and just the right amount of sweetness. The best part? It’s ready in under 5 minutes.
how to make lavender essential oil
Lavender is one of the most beloved and calming herbs of all. Learn how to make lavender essential oil at home (the real way), plus an easy tincture recipe.
How to use essential oils in the shower to heal everything
Here’s how I use essential oils in the shower, plus a few recipes!
7 Essential Oil For Lips (What Works For Me)
I’ve done the research and tried them all, here are the best essential oils for lips. Coming from someone with perioral dermatitis.
DIY: vitamin c facial mask
I first started playing with this Vitamin C Facial Mask recipe back in 2013 when I was sent some samples from Detox Your World to play with. I used three of the samples to make some pumpkin chocolate cups and…
9 DIY charcoal mask recipes for removing impurities
Unclog pores & purify skin with 9 easy DIY charcoal mask recipes. Perfect for removing impurities!
DIY: anti-inflammatory masque
Turmeric is an incredible anti-inflammatory agent and is one of the most potent spices to exist. Whether ingested internally or used as a topical agent it can have powerful effects. Curcumin is the magical component of turmeric that makes all…
DIY: cinnamon and honey mask
When I was in my early twenties, I started to have major skin problems. Because my skin tends to have an adverse reaction with basically everything, I’m always nervous about using harsh ingredients on my skin. This is how I…
DIY: calcium bentonite clay mask
Try my DIY calcium bentonite clay mask. It’s a clean and easy DIY clay mask that makes my skin silky smooth.
My Perioral Dermatitis Self-Care: Before & After
Here’s my before and after from my all natural perioral dermatitis self-care routine.
How to make calendula oil (pot marigold)
Learn how to infuse the healing calendula plant flowers with oil to soothe and heal your skin. Here’s how to make calendula oil.
How To Make Kombucha For Beginners
Kombucha is so easy to make that you’ll soon be giving it away. Here’s how to make kombucha.
The Best Steam Sauna For Home Relaxation
After using a portable steam sauna at home for a few months, here’s what I recommend for choosing YOUR best steam sauna for the home.
My Grounding Urad Split Dal Recipe
Try this warming, grounding urad split dal recipe for an Ayurvedic-inspired dinner!
sweet and spicy pumpkin chili (cooked)
A warming and hearty vegan chili bowl with raw cashew sour cream. I took it to my book club and it was a hit. Get the recipe.
RECIPE: african peanut soup
A magnificent impromptu dish came out of this .. I was starving and randomly saw this recipe online while I was trying (once again) to understand WordPress. I saw the image and immediately became distracted from whatever DIY tutorial I…
Easy Vegan Lentil Soup Recipe
Try my favorite vegan lentil soup recipe that I make personally for my family!
“Cheesy” Spinach Overstuffed Mushrooms
This side dish could be the main event. Check out my indulgent “cheesy” vegan stuffed mushroom recipe (gluten free!).
what is dandelion tea good for?
Did you know that the yellow weeds commonly killed by herbicides are actually ancient medicine? That’s right, dandelions have wonderful health benefits that can be taken daily via a nice cup of hot tea.