Natural Homemade Hand Sanitizer

Getting rid of microbes is certainly wise, but the means that conventional producers sell us to accomplish it aren’t exactly desirable. And, while all-natural formulas are healthier, toiling away in the kitchen over large batches of homemade formulations won’t always mesh well with busy lifestyles. The easier the DIY option, the better in this fast-paced age. Antibacterial gel that can be made in under 5 minutes is exactly the kind of “easy” most of us are looking for. You’ll squeak with delight when you learn how efficient it is.

Why It’s Important To Use Natural Sanitizers
Chemical “sanitizers”, antibiotics, and pesticides create “superbugs.” Several variations of these bugs have developed a resistance to synthetic antibacterial serums over time. Continue reading »

How to Make an All Natural Insect Repellent

With the arrival of warm summer days and crisp blue skies comes the inevitable influx of pesky insects to make your outdoor time uncomfortable. If you don’t want to spray on commercial insect repellents with their array of potentially harmful chemicals, why not spend a little time making your own all natural insect repellent using essential oils? Herbal insect repellents are quick and easy to make. Plus, when you use them you don’t have to worry about absorption of chemicals that can cause allergic reactions and even cancer. Here’s how to make your own all natural insect repellent as well as some ways to customize it. Continue reading »

Argan Oil for Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails

In recent years, argan oil has become a popular ingredient in hair and skin care products. This oil is obtained from the seeds of the argan tree that is found only in certain areas of Morocco. For centuries, this versatile oil has been produced through a laborious process that is still used frequently by the region’s local people. This process includes removing the kernels of the tree’s fruit, toasting the seeds and grinding them into a paste. The resulting paste is then pressed to release its oil content. Modern methods make the oil extraction process much more efficient so that the supply of oil can satisfy rising demands for the product. Continue reading »

Natural Skin Care – Going Organic

Organic skincare products work quite effectively but do not have any adverse effects on your skin. All organic skincare products originate from all natural ingredient sources and are guaranteed by the manufacturer that they are eco-friendly. Ingredients are certified by the USDA, a federal agency that maintains its own industry standard. Nowadays each country has its own parameters and regulatory board to certify a product authentically organic. If a product contains only 5% non-organic ingredients it can retain its title as organic, although harmful materials in that small of amount can still cause a lot of problems. Certain substances are extracted from petroleum and can cause cancer.

To give more help to consumers, the USDA in 2002 launched an improved quality system of labeling organic products into one of three categories. A product that contains 100% organic ingredients can bear the USDA 100% organic seal. Products with 95% organic ingredients can be labeled “Organic” and those with less than 70% organic ingredients can only list organic ingredients on the side panel. This labeling helps the consumer in selecting the correct organic skin product. It is also very important to note that a product labeled “natural” does mean organic and it has not necessarily been certified by the USDA. Continue reading »