welcome back! today we're mixing up a super simple, gently exfoliating body scrub that doesn't involve sugar or salt. as always, no links provided are affiliates nor do i benefit in any way. they exist only to help guide you on sourcing from trusted brands. INGREDIENTS raspberry seed powder your favorite carrier oil (jojoba, almond, [...]
Category: skin
i answer google search terms that brought people to my blog – PT 2
welcome back! 🙂 here we are again, almost exactly 1 year later (ha...), reviewing my blog stats and getting to read what people searched to wind up on this site. black walnut hair dye this was by far the most searched term that drove organic views to this site in the last year. yes, [...]
cucumber gel serum
welcome back! today's formula is super simple. it's a lightweight, hydrating treat, perfect for hot weather. cucumber gel serum! this recipe is fully customizable, as usual, so get creative! note the links provided are not affiliates and i do not benefit in any way. they're provided only to help you find good quality ingredients. INGREDIENTS [...]
my favorite ingredient sources
hi loves! i hope you're doing well. this is a quick post to help share some online, trustworthy, ingredient sourcing for at-home DIYs. there are no affiliate links, no codes, no referrals, nothing. the companies don't know i'm doing this. i don't gain anything - just sharing the love! please share your favorite sources in [...]
diy formulation educational series: luxury face oil
hello friends! i'm back again with another DIY face oil formula, taking inspiration from a $225 / 0.67 fl ounce night serum. picking apart ingredient lists is a fun hobby for me, however weird that sounds. it has really great ingredients, but can be DIY'ed because - 1. it's completely anhydrous; and 2. doesn't need [...]
alright, alright… let’s make a hyaluronic acid serum
hi crunchies! let's keep this to the point 🙂 i've never posted a DIY hyaluronic acid serum before, so here i am. for this DIY, you will need something that blends on your behalf for the hyaluronic acid powder, a water-soluble preservative, and patience. this might cost more upfront in bulk ingredients than it would [...]
herbal-infused body oil
hi crunchies! i hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead. today let's blend up 8 ounces of a silky, soothing, fast-absorbing body oil that contains skin-supporting herbs. before you order or bring out your ingredients, please note this will require an herbal solar infusion lasting 6 weeks. if you don't have that kind of patience, [...]
relaxing body balm
hi crunchies! tonight let's go over a super simple but effective DIY for a silky, relaxing, nighttime body balm. this recipe only includes 3 ingredients and does not require heat. and guys - IT SMELLS SO GOOD. it's a complex yet light floral scent, but does not linger long on the skin. swoon-worthy. you need [...]
