Make Your Own Hair ConditionerUse like a shampoo, then rinse out and shampoo as usual. The mayo/egg will pull out all loose hairs and add great shine.
Make Your Own Easy Bath And Body TreatsThis easy mask is good for all skin types. It clarifies and moisturizes the skin leaving it cleansed and silken. Egg yolks contain anti-oxidants which are very beneficial to our skin.
Add Salt To ShampooAdd a little salt to your shampoo before washing your hair. It cleans and shines your hair.
Skin Care Home RemediesNatural homemade recipes for your skin are simple to make and cost-effective. What you put on your skin is just as important as what you eat.
Repairing Bar SoapHave some bar soap that has split? Wet the soap and put in a plastic baggie and microwave it for a few seconds, then gently press it into shape.
Make Your Own Conditioner?I was wondering if anyone knows how to make thier own conditioner?
Product that Reuses Remnants of Soap?Does anyone know of a product that re-uses remnants of soap. When it's ready to be thrown away, there is a device to put the slivers into, and suds up with water. I had seen one about 15 years ago when recycling was unheard of.
Citrus Hair SprayChop one lemon (or orange for dry hair). Place in pot with 2 cups water and boil until only half of the original amount remains. Cool, strain, and place in a spray bottle.
Homemade Frownies?Does anyone have a homemade version of the Frownies product?
Sweaty Soles and Smelly ShoesTry this tip with each pair of shoes to get rid of athlete's foot fungus. Place the shoes inside a freezer bag and put the bag in the freezer for 24 hours...
Make Your Own Bath OilsHere's a cool link with some recipes for making your own bath oils:...
Giving Yourself an Instant Facelift?Any ideas or recipes on how to give yourself an instant facelift?
Beeswax DeodorantHere's a recipe for Beeswax Deodorant.
The Cosmetic Uses of Herbs for Beauty and HealthComfrey is an herb that used to be known as a cure all for many ailments. Commonly known as knit-bone, because in medieval times the root would be moistened and applied to broken bones to set a plaster for healing.
Homemade Eyeliner?I really need a recipe for a homemade eyeliner for a project. Does such a thing exist? Please write if you have ideas!
Homemade Face Cleaning Towelettes?Does anyone have a recipe for making the wet facial cleaning towelettes? I just saw a recipe for making baby wipes, so there must be a way to make these!
Save Money by Making Your Own Hair ProductsEverybody's noticed the wide variety of hair styling products sold commercially in the stores. They range in price, and some are quite expensive. You can make your own hair products for a lot less, and they are better for your hair because they don't contain alcohol or other chemicals which can dry hair.
Bath Powder Recipe?I am looking for a "make your own" recipe for scented bath powder. What are the ingredients in baby powder to make your own?
Vinegar and Baking Soda for Dandruff?Vinegar and Baking Soda for Dandruff. Has anyone ever tried scrubbing your scalp with baking soda followed with a vinegar rinse for dandruff? Would the chemical reaction harm your scalp?
Shea Butter Hand CreamRecipe for making Shea Butter Hand Cream. Using a double boiler, melt together 1 Tbs. beeswax, 1 Tbs. shea butter.
Homemade Slimming Cream?What's an effective homemade recipe for a slimming cream that I can apply on my body to help me reduce fat or tone an area? I workout and tried so many but they're not very good.
Homemade FacialsMost of us really need a day at the spa pampering ourselves. The everyday stresses that everyone feels can really get us down. But who can afford to spend that kind of money in this economy?
What is makeup made of?What is make up made of? I need a site that tells what different make up is made of.
Use Dry Milk For Drinking And BathingUse Dry Milk For Drinking And Bathing. There are many times I have made a trip to the grocery store to pick up milk, which today ends up costing even more due to higher gasoline prices, so I now purchase the store brand of dry milk to have on hand. Since doing this, it has saved me making a trip to the grocery to get milk.
Homemade Shower Gel?I want to make shower gel. Any ideas on how?
Real Fruit Scrubs?I would really like to make some scrubs out of "real fruit" such as bananas, strawberries, papaya, etc. Can these type of scrubs be preserved and how? And will it actually scent the scrub or would it be to faint?
Liquid Shower Soap Recipe?I would like to make my own liquid shower soap. I have made liquid laundry soap and shredded bar soap. Is there something I would need to add to shredded bar soap to make bath and shower soap? Does anyone have instructions for this project?
Super Foot BathSoak and massage your feet in a glorious foot bath to relieve tired muscles and soften hard, dry skin.Place enough marbles into the tub to just cover the bottom.
Oatmeal Wash BagWhy pay for expensive creams and washes to exfoliate your skin when you can make your own wash bag to help remove the dry skin?
Making Mineral Makeup?I'm desperate! Does anyone have, or know where to obtain recipes for making mineral makeup?
Recipe For Making Matte Eye Shadow?We are looking for a recipe for making matte eye shadow (similar to the matte LA FEMME and matte MAC eye-shadows in Medium Brown, Taupe, and Black).
Sugar Exfoliator?I need to make a sugar exfoliator, using olive oil? I have dry skin and I want my face to look moisturized but not oily?
Aloe Vera For Scars?How do I use aloe vera in my old scars?
Natural Make-Up RemoverYou can make your own Make-Up Remover. Its really simple and easy to make. Mix equal amount of Olive Oil, Castor Oil and Canola Oil and use a cotton ball to remove your Facial and Eye Make-Up.
Homemade Face MoisturizerPut yogurt, honey and lemon juice in a bowl and mix well. Poke a hole or cut tip off vitamin E capsule and pour over yogurt mixture, mix well.
Foot Soak RecipeAfter a long day at work, fill a clean dishpan halfway with water as hot as you can stand it. Epsom salts are very inexpensive at stores like Walmart or even drugstores.
How To Get Sparkling Eyes?Combine 2-3 tsp. cucumber juice with 5-6 drops of Rosewater. Dip a cotton ball in this mixture and place on your eyes for 10 minutes to get rejuvenated and sparkling eyes.
Lemon and Yeast Facial RecipeI have a great skin care tip that you can make at home, and it seems to work well for all skin types. Mix a little active dry yeast and a little fresh lemon juice to make a paste. Spread it on your face and neck, let dry for about 15 minutes and rinse off.
Homemade Juniper Breeze Body Spray?I made my own juniper breeze body spray and love it but the scent does not last very long. I was told to put juniper extract and that would set the scent. But does anyone know how much juniper extract to put in one gallon of homemade juniper breeze body spray?
Making Homemade Bath Product Similar To "Iced Tea Twist"?There was this product called Iced Tea Twist from Bath and Body Works that I absolutely loved. It was shampoo, bubble bath, and body wash. I sent an email to them to see if they still had it and they don't sell it anymore. I was wondering if anybody knows if there is a product like it elsewhere or if I could make something like it myself? Can you please help me, it was my favorite. Thank you.
Recipe For Sugar Body Scrub?Does anyone have a sugar body scrub recipe?
Do It Yourself Exfoliating Scrub! Grab a tupperware dish; large or small, depending on the amount, that you make. Add fine white sugar, in about half. then combine, baby oil. I bought mine a local dollar store ($2). Make sure that the sugar is completely covered. Stir in well, and feel free to add more sugar or oil if you don't feel the consistency is right.
My Natural Products Spa DayI do an oil pull with olive oil for 5 minutes and spit out (swish the oil in between the teeth). DO NOT swallow, ever. This is good for teeth and gingivitis. I do it twice a week.
Grape Juice Skin Recipe?There is a beauty recipe on this site that uses actual grape juice. Not the recipe where you use the grapes themselves, but grape juice like you buy in the grocery store. Can anyone help, please? Thanks!
Collect Smooth Stones For Hot Stone MassageWant to treat someone to a relaxing moment? Here's a frugal way to show them that you care. Collect smooth stones from your yard or from your beach travels, wash them and gently heat them for a special spa therapy at home.
Homemade "No More Tangles"?How do you make your own "No More Tangles"?
Easy Foot ScrubHere is a nice scrub I made that is not only simple, but inexpensive and takes minutes to prepare. This would be a nice summer gift or a treat for your own feet!
Homemade Hair ConditionerI'm looking for something that is natural and contains no harmful ingredients, even if the finished product is not "thrifty". Mayonnaise isn't working very well for me and I've already tried olive and coconut oil. Any help would be appreciated.
Exfoliate with Sugar and LotionThe other day, I really wanted to exfoliate my skin. So I took a couple of tablespoons of granulate sugar, and my favorite body lotion, and I just squeezed enough in my hand to put on my legs.
Scented Bath SaltsMix all together and put into jars and use.
Homemade Solution for Removing Hair Products from Hair?I am looking for a homemade solution to cleanse hair of hair products.
Best Anti Aging CreamBest Anti Aging cream in the world, and completely natural. This recipe is brilliant as a moisturizer and if used after bathing, leaves the body very soft and moisturized. Basically it has all the benefits of oil but in the form of a cream so is very easily to apply.
Home Made Pliable Hair Styling Paste?I am looking for a recipe for homemade pliable hair styling paste? (Something like Redken Rewind?)
Homemade Skin OilI have come to the conclusion that I will try whenever possible to only put things on my skin that I would actually eat. I learned the hard way that those things that touch your skin in your water or lotion, etc. will go right through your skin and affect your health.
Uses for Avocado Skins?Are their any uses for avocado skin? Is it harmful at all? I've thought about blending the skin and using it as some sort of facial or skin scrub, but I'm skeptical on whether it's beneficial or not. Thanks!
Recipe for Treating Dry Sun Damaged Skin?I'm after a recipe for an exfoliant and bleach treatment. It must be a user-friendly and home-made beauty product for my face, neck, and upper chest area.
Making a Manuka Honey Facial?How do you make a Manuka honey facial?
Homemade Lip Primer?How do I make my own lip primer? I can't afford to just go out and buy some. Does anyone know a cheap and easy way to make it with a few ingredients?
Raw Egg White FacialThis is the simplest and best facial mask. Apply raw egg white evenly on your clean face. As the egg white dries, your skin will tighten and feel very weird. Keep your face as still as possible and let the egg white sit for 15 - 20 minutes.
Interchange Beeswax and Paraffin in Beauty RecipesI myself am searching for recipes to use paraffin. It can be found easily at any Walmart, drugstore, Bi mart, etc. But searching under "recipes with paraffin gives a lot of information to use for paraffin in bath.
Gentle Facial Scrub?I need an easy to make at home facial scrub. It must be something that won't irritate my skin.
Recipe for Healthy Hair?How do I make my hair shiny, healthy, and beautiful?
Making Your Own Skin Care Products?I've got oily skin in the t-zone. I don't have a lot of money to buy certain toners, cleansers, and moisturizers. I really want to start taking care of my skin better. Do you know of any homemade remedies that could replace all three of these things? Thanks.
Beach Waves Homemade Hairspray?Has anybody ever tried to make homemade Beach Waves spray? I've read many magazine articles about these and finally created my own. I put together into a small spray bottle:
Use Leftover Egg for Beauty FacialGive yourself a free facial while you mix up a cake. After cracking the eggs, with your finger wipe out the last bit of egg remaining in the shells. Rub it all over your face. Leave on for 20 minutes, or so.
How Do I Get Rid of Coffee Stains on My Teeth?I drink a lot of coffee and it stains my teeth. What is the best product to whiten your teeth?
Homemade Hot Oil Hair Treatment Recipe?Does anyone have a recipe for homemade hot oil treatment for hair?
Basic Bath OilTo make a basic bath oil, you'll need 2 ounces carrier oil such as sweet almond and 15-20 drops of your own blend of essential oils.
Minty Fresh Herb BathMix ingredients together then place in a mesh bag such as cheesecloth. Place under hot running bath water. Sit back and enjoy.
Aphrodite Ocean BathMy daughters went to some sort of party (the pocketbook kind) and spent almost 50 dollars for this! I just stared at them.
Bath Potpourri BagsFor each bag, combine equal parts dried chamomile, mint, and lavender. If you don't have access to muslin tea bags, cut squares of muslin and tie with jute or kite rope. Toss 1 or 2 bags into warm bath.
Soothing Herbal Bath TeaSimply blend in a large bowl. If desired, you can add drops of Essential Oil or Fragrance Oil, but it's not needed. This is a very aromatic bath tea.
Inexpensive Relaxing BathSummer is coming, and, in most areas, hot, humid weather. To make your bath water feel silky and, somehow, cooler, add a small handful of baking soda as you run the water. You will feel cooler and more refreshed for hours, and your skin will feel silky soft.
Homemade Nail Buffing Cream?Does anyone have a good recipe for homemade nail buffing cream? I'd like to find a simple one that makes nails shiny and stronger. Thanks!
What Can I Use to Soften My Feet?What can I use to soften my feet?
Adding Gumamela Extract to Liquid Body Soap?How can I make gumamela extract be an ingredient, in making liquid body soap?
Homemade Toothpaste RecipesThis is a page about homemade toothpaste recipes. Making your own toothpaste allows you to control what ingredients you use and can also save you money.
Homemade Bubble Bath RecipesThis is a page about homemade bubble bath. Whether is it for a relaxing moment of zen after a hard day's work or a fun tub for the kids, a bubble bath is always a joy. Rather than buying expensive products at the store, you can save money and create your own fragrances, by making your own.
Homemade Lip Balm RecipesThis page contains recipes for lip balm.Lip balm can protect your lips from the sun and keep them from getting chapped. If you use lip balm often, you can save money by making your own.
Homemade Shampoo RecipesThis page contains recipes for homemade shampoo. Making your own shampoo not only can save money, but allows you to control the ingredients and fragrances or lack there of.
Homemade Hair Dye RecipesThis page contains recipes for homemade hair dye. Hair dyes contain very harsh chemicals that can harm your hair. Making homemade hair dye allows you to color your hair more naturally.
Homemade Hand Cream RecipesThis page contains homemade hand cream recipes. Commercial hand creams can be expensive and contain a variety of unpronounceable chemical ingredients. You can use natural ingredients and make your own hand cream.
Homemade Conditioner RecipesThis page contains homemade conditioner recipes. Using conditioner is helpful to prevent tangles in your hair. Making your own conditioner allows you to use more natural ingredients and save money.
Homemade Wrinkle Cream RecipesThis page contains recipes for homemade wrinkle cream. Age, life style, and sun are some of the factors that can produce wrinkles. You can use natural ingredients, some from your own kitchen, to make your own wrinkle cream to combat these forces of nature.
Homemade Skin TonerThis is a page about homemade skin toner. Cleaning your face is important to maintaining a clear complexion but skin toners can be expensive to purchase. Making this cleaner at home can save you money.
Making Homemade DeodorantThis is a page about making homemade deodorant. Deodorant doesn't have to full of chemicals and not smell the way you would like. It doesn't have to be expensive reduce or eliminate body odor.
Making Rose WaterThis is a page about making rose water. Rose water has some mild astringent qualities that can be used when making homemade beauty products, like skin toner. It also has a wonderful scent.
Homemade Acne Cream RecipesThis page contains homemade acne cream recipes. Acne is a common skin condition that many people struggle with. Acne creams can be quite expensive, making homemade acne cream can help save you money.
Homemade Tanning Oil RecipesThis page contains homemade tanning oil recipes. Using tanning oil can enhance your tan when you lay out or use a tanning bed. You don't need to buy the expensive oil at the store if you make your own at home.
Homemade Aftershave LotionThis is a page about homemade aftershave lotion. Eliminate the harsh chemicals sometimes used in aftershave lotions by making your own.
Homemade Shaving Cream RecipesThis page contains homemade shaving cream recipes. Shaving cream like many beauty and skin care products can be expensive or too harsh for your skin.
Dry Shampoo RecipesThis page contains dry shampoo recipes. You can buy dry shampoo products at the store, but you may have all the ingredients you need to make your own in the kitchen.
Homemade Cuticle SoftenersThis is a page about homemade cuticle softeners. Keeping your cuticles well groomed can help you feel good about yourself and your appearance.
Homemade Hand LotionThis is a page about homemade hand lotion. Rather than buy expensive hand lotion containing a lot of chemicals and fragrances you don't like, try making your own.
Homemade Nail PolishThis is a page about homemade nail polish. Nail polish in all of its array of colors can be expensive. Try making your own special blend at home.
Homemade Makeup RecipesThis page contains homemade makeup recipes. The cost of quality makeup can be very high; you might save money making your own.
Homemade Hair Gel RecipesThis page contains homemade hair gel recipes. Save money by making your own hair gel.
Homemade Body Scrub RecipesThis page is about homemade body scrubs. Outstanding exfoliates don't have to be expensive when formulated at home.
Homemade Lip PlumperThis is a page about homemade lip plumper. Cosmetics and procedures designed to increase the fullness of your lips, whether permanently or temporarily, can be quite expensive.
Homemade Skin Brightener RecipesThis page contains homemade skin brightener recipes. You can create your own skin brightener formula at home using ingredients you may already have.
Homemade BlushThis is a page about homemade blush. Blend your own unique colors by making your own blush.
Homemade Body ProductsThis is a page about homemade body products. Making your own body products is fun and allows you to control the ingredients used. They also make wonderful gifts.
