I have always used beeswax for many of the personal care products that I whip up in the kitchen. In things like lip balm, lotion, this calendula salve, or these lotion bars, it has always served the purpose of adding a bit of stability and firmness to the texture of...

Our family loves to spend time outdoors. We love hiking and exploring new places, usually right in the middle of a wooded area. We know many families who enjoy doing the exact same thing, but I have to be honest about something.

Look at those beautiful petals! The calendula flower is part of a medicinal plant with the official name Calendula officinalis. Many people refer to it as marigold, or pot marigold. However, it is actually different from the typical garden marigold with the official...

Fall and spring, spring and fall. These are two of my favorite times of year, and fall is definitely upon us! I love all things harvest, pumpkins, and cinnamon. Local markets are finally beginning to carry my favorite kind of squash (Delicata in case you are...

“Mommy, I need oil!” I hear it everyday for a variety of reasons, and it reminds me how much we have incorporated essential oil use into our daily lives. We are what you would call an OILY family. If you follow my Facebook page, you might have seen a photo of the...

During and after the birth of my twins, my skin became extremely sensitive. I started making my own moisturizers, lotions, and some makeup, so that I could more closely control what I was putting on my skin and thus, minimize reactions.  I have often been so amazed at...

How to Make Lotion Bars It’s May and Mother’s Day is right around the corner.  As a mom, I love handmade, heartfelt gifts from my children. Bonus points if it’s something I will love or actually use.  If you are looking for something you can make with your kids to...