After a  nearly three-year battle with a mysterious rash around my eyes (initially diagnosed as eczema), I was told that I actually have periorificial dermatitis. Turns out the prescription steroid cream they gave me for "eczema" can actually make periorificial dermatitis worse ( Read more... )

I've recently started experimenting with home made body care products. Deodorant, lotion, and lip balm so far. Does anyone have a favorite recipe for a body-care product that they would want to share? Such a fun world to stick my toes into!

Every year I run into the same dilemma:  how to keep the noxious insects away without wallowing in toxic chemicals, If I am outside working in a particular location I can use a citronella lantern, but I am usually moving around from one place to another. In addition, I react badly to some essential oils, but haven't been able to narrow down which ( Read more... )

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For my birthday, I got a couple of gift certificates for a haircut, a mani/pedi, and a facial ( Read more... )

Hello all,

I'm sorry this might get long. :( I was recently diagnosed with adult-onset allergies. I've been really struggling to adjust to paying attention to my body and finding things that work and won't trigger an attack, while keeping my regular natural products and habits.

( Allergies Ahoy! )

I was wondering - has anyone ever tried using lemon juice to lighten facial blemishes/freckles? How did that work for you? I am aware you need to avoid direct sunlight after using lemon juice (which I do anyway), but if there are other concerns I would be interested to know that too.

Thanks!

Hi all, I'm hoping you can help me out with a few things. Sorry the topics vary so wildly.

1. I started washing my hair with baking soda/apple cider vinegar a month or two ago, and I've noticed I seem to have a very hard time rinsing the vinegar out of my hair. I only use this mixture at my house, and I've often found that when I shower at my boyfriend ( Read more... )

There's some conflicting information regarding dry brushing the face. I understand for the body, it is important to dry brush it before you take a shower. However, I read that dry brushing your face daily must be after you wash.

Is that accurate?

Hey guys!
I'm not sure this really fits in the natural living community, per se, but out of all my resources I figured you guys are my best bet.
My question is: do any of you have any experience training yourself to sleep in a particular position? If you do, I'd love to hear some tips.
I often experience soreness in my left shoulder while driving long ( Read more... )