Have a man with facial hair in your life? Looking for an easy Father's Day gift for your scruffy mate? Make DIY beard oil to keep it soft and healthy! Scratchy beards are no fun at all! My husband has always had a beard. Depending on his mood and the season, his facial hair ranges from a neat and trim little goatee to a full, bushy, Grizzly Adams style beard. Just like the hair on top of your head, a beard needs to be cared for in a certain way. Shampooing, trimming, combing and conditioning it with beard oil are all important steps in … [Read more...]
Summer Skin Care Tips and DIY Rosemary Mint Facial Toner
April 2, 2018 by · 2 Comments
The temperature this week is supposed to be in the upper 70's. Spring is in full force and summer will be here before you know it! That means out with the winter skin products and in with the summer skin care routine! There are a lot of things that I enjoy about summer. I love the sun coming up early to motivate me to wake up and get moving. I love summer evenings spent at our local ice cream shop. Days at the pool, weekend camping trips, and Popsicles rate pretty high up there, too. What do I DISLIKE about summer? That's pretty … [Read more...]
Need Dry Skin Remedies? Try a Home Made Oatmeal Scrub Recipe!
February 15, 2018 by · 12 Comments
Did you know that January was National Oatmeal Month? Yep, this oh so useful grain has it's own month! It was the perfect excuse to put together this home made oatmeal scrub recipe. If you are looking for dry skin remedies, this one is simple and inexpensive. We always have a huge container of oatmeal in the pantry and no, I do not buy those little flavored packets that try to pass as actual oatmeal. They are way too expensive and loaded with too much junk. I buy regular oatmeal in a huge container and it lasts quite a while. While … [Read more...]
Beauty Stocking Stuffers for Teens That Will Be A Hit This Year
December 1, 2017 by · 1 Comment
This discussion about beauty stocking stuffers for teens has been sponsored by Olay and Braun at Walmart. All opinions are my own. Gone are the days of getting my kids Pokémon cards for their Christmas stockings. I have teenagers now, and it has gotten harder to find stocking stuffers that they will really use. I could load their stockings with candy but there are enough sweets around this house in December without me buying them more. If you are hunting for stocking stuffers for teens this year, I thought I would share a few that might be a … [Read more...]
Rosemary and Mint Homemade Shaving Cream Recipe
August 21, 2017 by · 5 Comments
Living in the south means that I wear shorts from March through October. Sure, I love tank tops and flip flops but that means I have to shave everyday for about 8 months out of every year. That is a LOT of shaving! I made this homemade shaving cream recipe because I was seriously sick of all the scents that were available at the grocery store. If I am going to shave every day, I want to enjoy the experience! I don't want cheap shaving cream that smells like my dad. (no offense to dad...I love the guy but don't want to smell like him!) Now … [Read more...]
Bedtime Beauty Tips to Help Fight Aging
June 21, 2017 by · 6 Comments
This post about bedtime beauty tips has been sponsored by Grande Cosmetics and brought to you by ShopShare Network. All opinions are my own. Do you wake up in the morning, stare into the mirror, and wonder what happened to that fresh-faced young beauty that you used to be? Need a few bedtime beauty tips to help you look your best? I know I'm certainly giving more thought to my daily skincare routine now that I am officially 'middle aged'! While I am determined to age gracefully and not fight it TOO hard, I also don't want to give up … [Read more...]
Easy Cherry Almond Sugar Scrub Recipe
May 22, 2017 by · 7 Comments
The calendar may technically still say spring, but summer is definitely here in Georgia. The temperatures are already up to 90 degrees and the neighborhood pool is open for swimming. Of course, shorts and bathing suits every day mean LOTS of shaving. This cherry almond sugar scrub recipe is the perfect solution to your shaving and exfoliating needs this summer! This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through a link on this site, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I honestly love … [Read more...]
Homemade Milk Bath Recipe with Dried Red Rose Petals
February 21, 2017 by · 3 Comments
A few weeks ago, I bought a bag of dried red rose petals and I have been scouring the Internet for creative ways to use them. I chose to get an edible variety, so I will be using them in an assortment of DIY beauty projects and recipes over the coming months. This homemade milk bath recipe was easy to make and will be a great way to treat myself to some relaxing 'me time' this week. When momma ain't happy, there ain't NOBODY happy, right? It's definitely true in my house. Pampering myself occasionally makes me a much better mom! If you … [Read more...]
Lavender DIY Lip Scrub Recipe for Soft, Kissable Lips!
January 26, 2017 by · 1 Comment
Valentine's Day is coming up quickly and this easy DIY lip scrub recipe is the perfect way to ensure that your lips are soft, smooth and kissable for the big day. If you are anything like me, winter wreaks havoc on your lips. The dry air and cold temperatures mean that I have chapped lips much more often in winter than I do in summer. Despite frequent applications of lip balm, sometimes they just start to feel rough and need a bit of polishing up. I took 5 minutes today to put together this homemade lip scrub and it is the perfect solution … [Read more...]
DIY Sensual Massage Oil and How to Give a Romantic Massage
January 24, 2017 by · 4 Comments
Valentine's Day is fast approaching and this DIY sensual massage oil will be put to good use! To be honest, my husband and I really don't spend a lot of money on Valentine's Day gifts. I don't want flowers that are going to die in a week or chocolate I will feel guilty eating. After being together for 20 ish years, romance means totally different things to us now than it did when we were younger. Romance is making sure we actually kiss each other good morning. Maybe make time for a walk after dinner. Or actually sit together in front of … [Read more...]
