Most of us can remember carefully making a paper airplane or fan instead of doing our schoolwork, and we’re all familiar with the traditional Japanese paper cranes, flowers, and animals. The practice of folding paper has existed since shortly after paper was invented, and today, the terms paper folding and origami are often used interchangeably, …
Ah, dishwashing time. It’s one of those never-ending chores that you merely tolerate or loathe with a passion, although some people enjoy the quiet solitude and the chance to reflect back on a busy day as family members mysteriously disappear after dinner. For those who have begun to question the safety of many store-bought cleaning …
After years of faithfully buying commercial dishwasher detergent, it can be hard to switch to a homemade version, but that’s exactly what many people are deciding to do. At first, it’s normal to doubt your ability to make a homemade dishwasher detergent that actually works, but with time, you’ll gain confidence. Of course, the results …
Making homemade laundry detergent is quickly becoming a growing trend. With ridiculous prices, hazardous ingredients, and common allergens found in the vast majority of commercial laundry products, it’s no wonder people are interested in an alternative. It’s easy enough to make your own laundry soap, and finding recipes isn’t hard, but many first-time laundry-soap makers …
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All water is not the same. If you have hard water, you know that it presents certain challenges. For those that would like to avoid the chemicals found in many commercial laundry detergents, the answer would appear to be to make a homemade laundry soap with more natural ingredients, but will hard water pose a …
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For anyone living with eczema or treating a child dealing with the condition, identifying and avoiding personal triggers is key to preventing flare-ups. In a world filled with chemicals, toxins, and irritants, this is no easy task. Does homemade laundry detergent help with eczema? By making and using a homemade laundry detergent, people with eczema …
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In a world inundated with synthetic, harmful chemicals, more and more people are choosing to avoid the potential hazards of commercial products by making their own, more natural cleansers for personal care and household cleaning. While this is indeed a healthier alternative, often, little thought is given as to where these products end up as …
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I’m sure you’ve been there. You find a new homemade shampoo recipe, whip it up, and take a moment to savor your new creation and appreciate the aroma wafting from the bottle. At the first opportunity, you grab your new shampoo and hurry off to the bathroom. As you massage your homemade shampoo into your …
Venturing into the world of homemade personal care products can definitely become a hobby in and of itself. As with any skill, a learning curve is to be expected, and some trial and error is completely normal as you learn what works best for you. With homemade shampoo, it’s hard to predict how your hair …
Homemade shampoos are becoming more and more popular as people’s concern over questionable ingredients in everyday products rises. Much to the dismay of commercial shampoo companies, many of us worry about the potential endocrine disruptors, carcinogens, plastics, and synthetic dyes and perfumes that we routinely dump on our heads. What about homemade shampoos? Sure, you …
