If you ever deal with dry, cracked, even painful cuticles, a simple DIY cuticle oil can be very helpful for nourishing and moisturizing your nails. Not only will it strengthen your nail bed, but it can even help with nail growth too! Today, I’ll show you how to make your very own homemade cuticle oil using just a few simple ingredients, including essential oils. It’s all-natural and very easy to make! This nourishing DIY cuticle oil can help with hangnails and painful cracked skin around your nails. It makes doing your own manicure at home fun and easy! Whether you are a polish fan or prefer ..read more

This simple homemade dust spray is an inexpensive natural cleaner that can be used to help wood furniture shine. Even better, it will only take you about five minutes to make, with supplies you likely already have on hand! I have to admit it – I never used to look forward to dusting. But, with this fragrant DIY, dusting these days doubles as an aromatherapy session too! This is a wonderful all-natural, non-toxic alternative to store-bought products. Once you’ll give it a try, you’ll never go back! Supplies This natural dusting spray recipe will supply you with enough to make one 16 oz spray b ..read more

This homemade lavender facial sugar scrub is easy to make and a wonderful way to pamper yourself. Using only all-natural ingredients, this sugar face scrub works as an exfoliator to remove dead skin cells and moisturize at the same time. It’s easy to make and only takes about 5 minutes! Homemade lavender facial sugar scrub makes a wonderful gift for other moms who could use some pampering too. While I like making and using this scrub all year long, I find it particularly effective in the winter when my skin feels extra dry and flaky. The combination of items in this scrub helps put a hydratin ..read more

If you dread cold and flu season, any immune support you can give is always a win! Looking for an easy solution? You’ve got to try this immune-boosting essential oil roll-on. It’s my secret weapon to help keep my entire family well in the winter, and for us, it really has helped! This immunity blend can help support your immune system and keep everyone feeling their best. This post will teach you my favorite immune-boosting essential oils, as well as how to use them in a roller and a diffuser. Personally, we do both! Erika Bragdon is a Certified Essential Oil Coach from the Essential Oil Inst ..read more

Ready for a fun and super easy DIY project that’s not only eco-friendly but actually useful too? If you’re tired of buying dryer sheets and want a reusable, natural alternative, then you’ve got to try making these DIY dryer balls! These nifty little balls help to reduce drying time, save on electricity, and soften your clothes without the use of any potentially harmful chemicals. They’re super easy to make and will last you for years, making them a smart choice for any household! How do dryer balls work? Ever wonder how dryer balls actually work? I dug into this topic and learned a ton! Wool d ..read more

Dealing with painful cramps or stiff muscles? You can put together this DIY heating pad in just minutes. It’s inexpensive, and it really works! This homemade heating pad is one of my first lines of defense for aching muscles, stiff necks, and cramps. Even better? You probably already have the supplies at home! All you need is some uncooked rice, a tall sock, and a few drops of essential oil. I’ll show you how to make one in minutes so you can feel better ASAP. It’s kid-friendly too—my children love using this! Uses for this DIY heating pad There are so many ways to use this simple heating pad ..read more

Looking for a gentle way to help your kids relax before bedtime? As you may already know, a calming bubble bath is often just the trick. But what you may not know is how to make bubble bath right at home—spoiler alert: it’s super easy! Whether you are avoiding chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin or don’t have any bubble bath on hand, this simple DIY is about to be your new favorite thing to make! This homemade bubble bath has simple natural ingredients, including 2 relaxing essential oils. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to put together too! You can whip up a bottle of Calming Homemade Bubbl ..read more

If you are looking for a natural way to make brushing tangled hair easier, then you need to try this DIY detangler spray!  It has just 3 basic ingredients and is so easy to make and use! Plus, I’m sharing my top tips for getting knots out with no (or very few!) tears. Kid-Friendly Detangler Spray If there are any moms of daughters with long hair out there, I’m betting that you have heard her cry and complain of pulled hair during a hair brushing session! That was me like every. single. day! My daughter has long, red wavy hair. Getting her to cut it any shorter is not up for discussion ac ..read more

Looking for a way to pamper and soothe your lips this winter? This is it! The winter season can bring about dry, chapped lips. Do them (and yourself) a big favor and soothe them with this easy DIY peppermint lip balm. Plus, if you’re looking for an easy stocking stuffer, this is a fantastic option! This pampering lip balm is easy to make in bulk, and you only need 3 ingredients and about 10 minutes to do it. Yes, truly! Erika Bragdon is a Certified Essential Oil Coach from the Essential Oil Institute The perfect homemade gift This DIY peppermint chapstick is one of those simple home ..read more

Looking for a simple way to enjoy all the yummy smells of Christmas? Look no further than these amazing Christmas wax melts! If you aren’t sure what wax melts are, you’re in for a treat. These are a total game changer! The scented wax slowly melts thanks to either a lightbulb or a tea light in the warmer, leaving a lovely scent behind. Even better? You can easily make them at home using all-natural ingredients, including essential oils, and avoid the chemicals found in store-bought wax melts and candles. Homemade Christmas wax melts You can find the original easy homemade wax melt recipe here ..read more