No Fuss Natural
Healthy living without the overwhelm
Traditionally, rose water is made by steam-distillation of fresh rose petals. The result is an almost colorless, yet fragrant, liquid. This process can be somewhat replicated at home with a double-boiler. While it is not extremely difficult, it is somewhat time-consuming (and perhaps a little intimidating). The process is actually the same as making a […]
DIY Organic Beauty Recipes by Heather Dessinger (of Mommypotomaus) DIY Organic Beauty Recipes includes over 50 All-Natural, Toxin Free Recipes and access to exclusive video tutorials. DIY Organic Beauty Recipes will show you how to make your own shampoo, lotion, tooth whitener, bronzer, body spray, baby products and more. These homemade luxuries make wonderful holiday gifts for family […]
Today I'd like to tell you about one of my favorite herbs: Plantain. While the word, plantain, may bring to mind a banana-like fruit, this plantain is actually a plant, often thought of as a weed. It is found all over the United States, and may even be in your own backyard. Plantain is also known […]
The following is a soothing herbal soak I created recently. It aims to relieve sore muscles and relax the body (and mind). This DIY bath soak recipe uses dead sea salts and Epsom salts, both containing high levels of magnesium. The magnesium in the salts is a great way to relax the body. Bathing in […]
When I think of a bath, I usually think of a time to relax and let the stress of the day drain away. Baths are a pretty rare thing for this busy mom, and they probably are for you too. But, perhaps we could find time for a few more soaks in the tub once […]
Diffusers are an excellent way to get essential oils into the air. Once the essential oils are in the air, they can be inhaled as you go about your usual activities. Certain essential oils also do a decent job of removing toxins and odors from the air. A good diffuser will create a cool mist […]
Glycerin is sweet-tasting and does not contain alcohol. This makes it an excellent choice when preparing tinctures for children. Tinctures made with glycerin are often called glycerites. When purchasing glycerin to be used in tincture making, be sure to buy non-synthetic glycerin. This type of glycerin is also known as glycerol or glyceric alcohol. Since […]
