Not everyone actually knows their skin type and therefore the product that should be using. So what skin type are you really? Using the right products for your skin type is core to using products that will help and work with your skin. NORMAL SKIN-TYPE You are...
It's unfortunate that "pests" have to be controlled at all but below you will find tips to keep insects and mice at bay by using natural smells and products that will encourage them to find homes elsewhere, without killing them outright. Ants Ants have an aversion to...
It's fun! It's safe for your family, your pets and your earth - and I bet you could save a few much needed pennies by doing it? Yup, for the next few months we are going to be inspiring you to try your hand at...
We started selling Fair Trade coffee just under a month ago, and since we have had so many requests for more information on Fair Trade principles, we thought we would give you a quick overview (using the coffee market as an example) of why the...
Mixing your own perfume sounds pretty exotic doesn’t it? Well it is, but it’s also simple and very cost effective! Step 1: Dilution The strength of your aromatic liquid or perfume depends on the ratio of essential oils to water and alcohol. Perfume is the strongest formula:...
Oestrogen dominance with its wide range of symptoms, is a modern age condition that is effecting women, men, children and even the unborn foetus. Only since the advent of man-made chemicals about 50 years ago have we been exposed to many hundreds of thousands of...
I made a decision to go organic a few years ago when I learned and understood the harmful effects that chemicals used in agriculture and food processing had on my health. Being constantly involved with sourcing food, buying food, cooking food and educating people about organic...
Metal Cleaners Silver To magnetize tarnish away, soak silver in salted water in an aluminium container; then wipe it clean or soak it in a mix of boiling water, baking soda, salt, and a piece of aluminium foil. To prepare a quick dip for silverware, create a...
Organic Honey & Oats Granola Bars The great thing about this recipe is that you can customize it and use your own flavours. I like to use all organic ingredients, a sweet local honey and some sour cherries to stop it from being too cloying. If...
We’ve got some great recipes to help keep your spring cleaning safe, natural and cost effective this season. Last month we looked at natural ways to get rid of pests. This month we’ve got recipes for natural all purpose cleaners, carpet stain removers and even shoe...