Solutions that help you simplify, reduce toxins and live more gently on our planet are what we're all about here at Biome, and this is one of our favourites. In this recipe we show you how to combine a few simple ingredients to make your own DIY BB Cream, foundation cream, DIY concealer or DIY tinted moisturiser. It is really quick and easy, saves money by reducing the need to buy multiple products, and uses natural, cruelty-free ingredients!   This DIY foundation, tinted moisturiser and concealer makeup recipe uses our Biome Be.UNITY Light Face Cream and mineral powder. In other wor ..read more

Do you want to use laundry detergent without synthetic and harmful chemicals or fragrances, minimise plastic waste, and save money?  Many people do not realise, that most of the cleaning power when washing clothes comes simply from water and agitation, not from the laundry detergents!  Despite what the commercial laundry detergent brands try to tell you, the ingredients are mostly excessive and can harm your health and the environment. Most of us only need a small amount of detergent, or even none at all, to get our clothes clean and ..read more

A cleaning paste makes scrubbing sinks, stovetops and grout just that little bit easier. Our easy natural cleaning paste recipe will leave your space smelling great too. Natural Cleaning Paste Recipe Ingredients 1/2 cup bi-carb soda 1/4 cup liquid castile soap 2 tablespoons of fine salt 20 drops of essential oils (lemon or clove are nice options) Method Add the ingredients to a bowl and mix well. The paste is now ready to use. How to use Use the cleaning paste to clean sinks, stainless steel stoves, around taps and anywhere that needs a bit of extra elbow grease. Rinse with wa ..read more

If you love the idea of bath bombs but don't like the hassle of cleaning up the tub, shower bombs are for you. Shower bombs are like bath bombs' cooler cousins who don't need a bathtub to have fun. How do shower bombs work? Shower bombs work the same as bath bombs as when water hits them the fizzing chemical reaction starts. They fizz and foam under the shower water, releasing delightful aromas.  There are two ways to enjoy shower bombs: Hold one in your hand, rub it gently on your body, and enjoy the spa-like experience. Place on the floor of the shower and allow th ..read more

Natural bath bombs are a great way to relax and pamper yourself at home. They can make your bath water fizzy and fragrant, while also nourishing and soothing your skin. But, did you know that you can make your own bath bombs with natural ingredients that you may already have in your kitchen or garden? In this blog post, we'll show you one versatile recipe for luxuriant homemade bath bombs that are fun, affordable, and eco-friendly.  Making bath bombs is also a fun and easy project with the kids as they don't involve heating or handling harsh chemicals. Our home made bath b ..read more

You've been asking for ages, well it's finally here - a DIY beeswax wrap recipe! This easy recipe uses beeswax, resin and jojoba oil, to create a pliable beeswax wrap to use in place of single-use plastic cling wrap. Reusable food wraps are the best way to wrap sandwiches and rolls, cover plates and bowls, leftovers and much more. Here we explain how to make beeswax wraps with a recipe tested by the Biome team (be warned: getting the mix right can be tricky!) and links to the ingredients.  There is a vegan food wrap recipe too. DIY Beeswax Wrap Recipe Achieving the perfect bees ..read more

Multi masking is the latest skin care trend that you may have heard about, so we thought we would have a bit of fun at our Naked Beauty Bar and create our own! Multi masking makes it possible to target several skincare concerns at the one time - like an oily t-zone and puffy eyes - just like a beauty therapist would do during a facial. So what we have created for you is a DIY facial, featuring beautiful pure Australian clays and powders. Nancy, our product formulation extraordinaire, has created three recipes for you. These three recipes make enough for two applications of each mask. So, mult ..read more

Make your healthier nut mylk with less waste, no additives and more value! Today you can find and make your own delicious, creamy alternative milks from nuts and seeds that satisfy many dietary and philosophical needs. There has been a dramatic growth in popularity of non-dairy mylks for a range of reasons from dairy allergy and lactose intolerance, to consuming more plant-based foods for health, ethical and environmental aims, or simply just for taste preference and variety. While cows milk and nut milks are not the same nutritionally, nut milk is generally high in phosphorus, potassium ..read more

Our vegan, palm oil free, all natural homemade mascara will darken, separate and condition lashes with its combination of healthy non-irritating ingredients. It goes on smooth provides great eyelash definition. This recipe does contain quite a few ingredients and is recommended for more advanced DIYers. If you would like to try a simple version, see this recipe > This homemade mascara is not waterproof, but does contain lots of beneficial natural ingredients for healthy lashes. Candelilla wax: helps to thicken this recipe and helps to hold the mascara onto your lashes Shea butter: makes fo ..read more

Our gorgeous, smooth and chocolatey DIY tinted lip balm, with its almost burgundy palette is just divine. With the added benefits of nourishing shea and cocoa butters, and a little castor oil for shine, this vegan lip balm is a must to have in your hand bag this winter. How to Make Your Own Cacao, Peppermint & Orange DIY Tinted Lip Balm Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coconut oil 6 drops castor oil 1 ½ tablespoon shea butter ½ tablespoon cocoa butter 1 tablespoon candelilla wax ½ teaspoon cacao powder ¼ teaspoon red clay (optional) 3 drops orange essential oil 3 drops mandarin essential 3 drop ..read more