How to have an aromatherapy bath, safely! Did you know that it’s very easy to burn yourself with essential oils in the bath? I know because I did it! And it was very, very painful. Last year, I had a bad flu and in my haziness, thought a nice aromatherapy bath would help. I must…
Love List ~ Feb 18
Love List ~ Feb 18 A new year is upon us and I have been busting to tell you all about some amazing new products that have been released! So many more innovative people making awesome things that are good for us and the planet. ♥ Hello Sunshine Natural Sunscreen The amazing Alisa and…
Introducing… Bosisto’s Aromatherapy Mists
Introducing… Bosisto’s Aromatherapy Mists I use aromatherapy sprays every day! I think I might be a bit addicted. It’s a great way to get the benefit of essential oils in an easy, convenient way. The lovely people at Bosisto’s have sent me their new Aromatherapy range of mists to try out. They have recently…
How to prevent and remove ticks safely
How to prevent and remove ticks safely Last week I found a tick on my daughter’s back. Eeeeeewwwww! We had no idea what it was and removed it before we realised. Luckily it was quite small, not engorged and she did not show any adverse symptoms. It was very odd because she had…
The Best Natural Insect Repellents
The Best Natural Insect Repellents I’m a bug magnet! If there is a mosquito or midge around, you can be guaranteed it’s going to bite me before anyone else. But I really don’t want to use traditional insect repellent. The active ingredient DEET in most of them has been linked to neurotoxicity and damage to our environment and…
The Best Natural Perfumes
The Best Natural Perfumes I’m a natural perfume convert. In my younger days, I was an Estee Lauder ‘Beautiful’ girl but once I learnt about toxins and how they affect us, I was more than keen to ditch it for something more natural. Like I have said before about natural skin care and natural make up,…
How to make your own natural hand wash
How to make your own natural hand wash Around this time of year (winter for us in Australia) the ads for ‘antibacterial’ handwashes start to hit our TV screens in force. Apparently we need to buy their anti-bacterial handwash to have happy, healthy kids! Not only are these ads misleading, they are promoting a product…
How to replace toxic cleaning products with essential oils
How to replace toxic cleaning products with essential oils I love using essential oils for cleaning! As well as being incredibly effective, they also smell amazing and are not toxic unlike many commercial cleaning products. Of course, you still have to use them with safety and in the correct amounts. Many cleaning products…
The Best Australian Natural Skincare Brands
The Best Australian Natural Skincare Brands I often get asked what natural skincare brands are best, so I have made you a list with some of my favourites. Skincare is such a personal thing though, so try a few out and find something that suits your skin. Some places have options of sample packs or travel…
10 Quick Stress Busters
10 Quick Stress Busters Stress! Everyone seems to be so stressed these days! Stress is incredibly bad for your health and too much stress can lead to long term problems. I know, I am currently healing my body from the effects of stress and fatigued adrenals. I am going to write more about my adrenal…