A steam for you perineum or vagina should be part of regular self care for all girls and women. It is an ancient tradition common to many cultures. Thanks to midwives and indigenous healers, the practice is becoming more common here in the US. This steam is not a douche. Its purpose is not toContinue reading “The Yoni/Vaginal Steam (YARROW)”
Category Archives: Beauty Care
Citrus and Summer Flowers Bath Salts
I feel like I have been harvesting calendula flowers every week. I planted way too much of it, crowding out my cabbages and parsley. This project makes a lovely gift that smells amazing. Soothing and refreshing after a long day in the garden or hike in the mountains. It is also an easy project toContinue reading “Citrus and Summer Flowers Bath Salts”
Herbal Baby Powder and Diaper Rash Cream (CALENDULA)
I don’t have many babies in my life anymore but these were two fun things to make anyway. When choosing ingredients for little ones it is important to choose plants that are non toxic/safe and unlikely to cause allergic reactions. Always do a spot test on a baby’s wrist just in case. Aster allergies areContinue reading “Herbal Baby Powder and Diaper Rash Cream (CALENDULA)”
Homemade Facial Toner (CHAMOMILE)*
My face has been breaking out a lot lately. It is not related to hormones or oily skin. Rather it is more of a heat condition that I blame on allergies (we have been remodeling) or bacteria (that I picked up and have been spreading by lack of a skin care routine). I am reallyContinue reading “Homemade Facial Toner (CHAMOMILE)*”
Self Care Sunday Easter Basket (teens)
Some days my daughter awakens from sleep without her rosy cheeks, beautiful smile, and bright eyes. She has lost some vital energy in the night. Maybe she had a bad dream, needs a conversation with peers, stayed up too late, is worried about her future/current events, or is spending a lot of time indoors/on theContinue reading “Self Care Sunday Easter Basket (teens)”
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