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An amber colored glass jar filled with a homemade CBD salve.

Homemade CBD Salve Recipe

October 17, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Today I’ll be showing you how to make a basic homemade CBD salve using a CBD oil that can be easily obtained in the United States and many other …

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Cleanse your hair gently with this DIY clarifying shampoo that uses natural surfactants to remove dirt and leave your hair clean and soft. #shampoo #diyshampoo #naturalsurfactants #naturalshampoo

Natural DIY Clarifying Shampoo

September 30, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Cleanse your hair gently with this DIY clarifying shampoo that uses natural surfactants to remove dirt and leave your hair clean and soft. Because …

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Trying to avoid SLS and other harsh surfactants? There are many mild, natural surfactants available. Here's a list of my favorites with information about working with them. #natural #surfactants #naturalsurfactants

A Beginner’s Guide to Working with Natural Surfactants

September 17, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Trying to avoid SLS and other harsh surfactants in your cosmetics? There are many mild, natural surfactants available. Learn about the different types …

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Get those tousled, beachy waves, or the texture that you get in your hair after a day at the beach, but without the damage, using this DIY sea salt spray. It's customizable to suit your hair type and the ingredients you have on hand. #seasalt #seasaltspray #hairspray #beachywaves #naturalhaircare

DIY Sea Salt Spray (For Beach Waves Year Round)

August 23, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Get those tousled, beachy waves, or the texture that you get in your hair after a day at the beach, but without the damage, using this DIY sea salt …

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Gentle on the skin, and with a nice, creamy lather, this goat milk soap with honey is one of my favorites. Learn the techniques of making soap with both milk and honey with this recipe. #soap #goatmilk #honey #fromscratch

Goat Milk Soap with Honey

May 23, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Gentle on the skin, and with a nice, creamy lather, this goat milk soap with honey is one of my favorites. Learn how to make soap with both milk and …

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Unlike sugar scrubs made with only oils and sugar, emulsified sugar scrubs become a creamy exfoliating lotion upon contact with water, leaving no oily residue, but only soft, supple skin behind.  #sugar #scrub #sugarscrub

Easy Emulsified Sugar Scrub

April 11, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Unlike sugar scrubs made with only oils and sugar, emulsified sugar scrubs become a creamy exfoliating lotion upon contact with water, leaving no oily …

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Bottle of DIY micellar water in front of a pink orchid

DIY Micellar Water: What is it? and How to Make it

March 3, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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An easy to make, gentle all-in-one cleanser, this DIY micellar water is perfect for sensitive skin. Find out what is micellar water and if you should …

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Infused with dandelion to sooth irritated skin, these homemade lotion bars are a convenient, non-messy way to moisturize your skin.

Homemade Dandelion Lotion Bars (& Dandelion Oil)

February 23, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Made with an infused dandelion oil to sooth irritated skin, these homemade lotion bars are a convenient, non-messy way to moisturize your skin. Today …

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Natural Homemade roll on deodorant (That works)

January 31, 2018 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Ditch using deodorants with toxic ingredients, and make your own natural, homemade roll-on deodorant that is easy to use and glides on smoothly. Last …

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Laurel Berry Soap (Aleppo Soap Copycat Recipe)

November 12, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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This laurel berry soap, or Aleppo soap copycat recipe, is a modified Castile soap that is mild, conditioning, and great for a number of skin …

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Dr. Bronner's soap is a versatile, all purpose cleaner that is a great addition to any household, but let's face it, it's quite expensive. Learn how to make liquid Castile soap at home. It's easy, frugal, and very rewarding. #soap #castilesoap #liquidsoap

How to Make a Multipurpose Liquid Castile Soap: Dr. Bronner’s Copycat Recipe

September 27, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Dr. Bronner’s soap is a versatile, all purpose cleaner that is a great addition to any household. But let’s face it, it’s can be …

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Aloe oil has numerous benefits for skin and hair, and can be used in a number of ways. Learn how to make aloe oil, why you would want to, and how to use it.

Why and How to Make Aloe Oil

September 8, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Aloe oil has numerous benefits for skin and hair, and can be used in a number of ways. Learn how to make aloe oil, why you would want to, and how to …

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Made using only olive oil, pure Castile soap is a mild, conditioning soap that is gentle enough to use on face and body.

Easy Pure Castile Soap Recipe

August 26, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Made using only olive oil, pure Castile soap is a mild, conditioning soap that is gentle enough to use on face and body. Several years ago, I showed …

Read moreEasy Pure Castile Soap Recipe
Perfect for those with sensitive skin, this homemade glycerin soap recipe makes a hard bar of soap that lathers nicely while gently cleansing and moisturizing your skin. 

Homemade Glycerin Soap Recipe (From Scratch)

August 11, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Perfect for those with sensitive skin, this homemade glycerin soap recipe makes a hard bar of soap that lathers nicely while gently cleansing and …

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Keep the mosquitos away using the best essential oils for repelling mosquitos. I'll also share how to make a homemade mosquito repellent spray.

Essential Oils for Mosquitos & Homemade Repellent Spray Recipe

July 22, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Keep the mosquitos away using the best essential oils for repelling mosquitos. I’ll also share how to make a homemade mosquito repellent spray. …

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This easy homemade hair gel can be made with or without aloe vera, and is the perfect natural hair gel for when you are on the go. It can be preserved with natural preservatives for up to 3 months.

Easy Homemade Hair Gel (With or Without Aloe Vera)

June 24, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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This easy homemade hair gel can be made with or without aloe vera, and is the perfect natural hair gel for when you are on the go. It can be preserved …

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Clear up your skin with this easy, DIY charcoal face mask which is great for oily, combination, and acne prone skin. #activatedcharcoal #bentoniteclay #facialmask

DIY Charcoal Face Mask for Acne Prone Skin

June 16, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Clear up your skin with this easy, DIY charcoal face mask which is great for oily, combination, and acne prone skin. For the last 30 years of my life, …

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Buildin up a lather on a shaving brush with shave soap

DIY Shaving Soap Recipe (& How to Use Shave Soap)

April 21, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Ditch the toxic chemicals of commercial shaving creams, and use an inexpensive, more environmentally friendly, DIY shaving soap instead. Make your own …

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Making your own facial moisturizer isn't difficult, and it can save you a lot of money. Learn to make a homemade moisturizer for oily, acne prone skin, and control the quality of ingredients absorbed by your skin.

Homemade Moisturizer for Oily, Acne Prone Skin

April 8, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making your own facial moisturizer isn’t difficult, and it can save you a lot of money. Learn to make a homemade moisturizer for …

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Help relieve the stress and tension of the day by massaging some of this cooling, DIY stress and headache relief lotion into your neck and temples. It's cooling action and soothing fragrance will help relax you and ease your tension.

Cooling DIY Stress and Headache Relief Lotion

March 25, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Help relieve the stress and tension of the day by massaging some of this cooling, DIY stress and headache relief lotion into your neck and temples. …

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Take control of the ingredients that go into your hair products by making them at home. This easy, DIY hair conditioner uses natural ingredients to leave your hair feeling soft and tangle free, and is light enough to use as a leave-in conditioner too. #DIY #Conditioner #haircare #natural #essentialoils

Easy DIY Hair Conditioner for Natural Hair

March 9, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Take control of the ingredients that go into your hair products by making them at home. This easy, DIY hair conditioner uses natural ingredients to …

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Making a simple, basic homemade lotion is easy, once you understand the basics. I'll tell you how to formulate your own lotion and customize it for your skin type.

How to Make a Simple, Homemade Lotion and How to Customize it

February 24, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making a simple, basic homemade lotion is easy, once you understand the basics. I’ll tell you how to formulate your own lotion and customize it …

Read moreHow to Make a Simple, Homemade Lotion and How to Customize it
Soft and soothing, this easy, homemade healing lip balm can be whipped up in just a few minutes, and will help heal chapped lips and skin.

DIY Homemade Healing Lip Balm

February 15, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Soft and soothing, this easy, homemade healing lip balm can be whipped up in just a few minutes, and will help heal chapped lips and skin. …

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My Dressing Your Truth® Review: Type 1℠ Before and After

January 28, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Following the Dressing Your Truth Program has been a lot of fun, and has given me a new insight into who I really am. Check out my review, my Type 1 …

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