Stocking Stuffer Idea: Homemade Lip Moisturizer

I've found another great stocking stuffer idea! If you're the crafty type, try making this Homemade Lip Moisturizer! If you'd like to add some color to your moisturizer add in some of your favorite lipgloss or lipstick! Also, you can add in shimmer or glitter!

This recipe makes enough to fill  6 to 7 – 1/2 oz containers depending on how full you make them.

Ingredients needed:

3 Tbls Coconut Oil

3 Tbls Honey

1 Tbls Beeswax

Using a small saucepan over low heat combine your coconut oil, honey and beeswax.  Stir continually until it is all melted and combined 5-7 minutes.  Remove from heat and carefully spoon into containers.  I used a measuring spoon to fill my containers to ensure I didn’t spill and each container received the same amount. I put 2 1/2 teaspoons in each container.

This is what they looked like right after they were filled.

This is what they look like as the started to cool and harden.  I allowed them to fully cool, about three hours before placing the lids on them.  I also tried to whip the mixture after it was melted to see if it made a difference and then spoon it in.  You can see from the photo below, other than looking messy I didn’t notice a bit of difference, so save yourself some work and spoon it in.

Have some cute little sticker labels made for the tops of the tins and you have some super cute little frugal yet practical homemade gifts!  I have been using this since we made it and love it!

Via: http://thefrugalgreenishmama.com/2012/05/diy-homemade-natural-honey-coconut-lip-moisturizer.html

Peppermint Candy Cane Sugar Scrub

Use this scented sugar scrub to get into the Christmas season! I love the smell of peppermint, and I can't wait to make my own batch of this! Enjoy!

Ingredients/ Supplies

2 cups white granulated sugar

1/4 to 1/3 cup of almond oil (or cocnut oil)

Peppermint Essential Oil
Pink food coloring or raspberry juice
Glass jar/ container
Funnel

Mix the granulated sugar and almond oil together. Add a few drops of peppermint essential oil.

Divide the mixture equally into two containers. Add food coloring to one half of the mixture.

Layer the mixture in the container of your choice by using a funnel.

Voila! You have a beautiful Peppermint Sugar Scrub! This is a great idea for a Christmas gift!

Merry Christmas! 

Shelby

At Home Spa Treatments

These are a few great combinations for at home spa treatments. It's hard on your budget, buying all those expensive spa treatments (masks, bath fizzes, moisturizers...etc). But these treatments are oh so kind to your budget, using things that you probably have in your kitchen! Give some of these a try!

French Twist Side Bun {Hair}

This is a beautiful tutorial for a french twist side bun! To what occasion would you wear this bun to?

With Love,

Shelby

Keeping Healthy Nails {Beauty}

Your nails go through a lot! Take a look at these five tips below to keep your nails healthy and beautiful! Your nails will thank you! :)

Having good sources of protein in your diet. Your hair and nails are made up of a substance called keratin, which is made up of mostly protein! 

Vitamin B. Without a good source of vitamin b your nails will become dry and thin. 

Vitamin C & E. These two important vitamins work together to promote good blood circulation. Good blood circulation in your fingers will give the right amounts of oxygen to your nails to help them grow. 

Use acetone free nail polish removers. Acetone is a chemical that will make your nails dry and brittle. 

Keep your nails hydrated. Dab a bit of petroleum jelly or onto your cuticles and rub it in. Try to do this everyday to keep your nails moisturized! 

With Love,

Shelby

Fall Facial {Beauty}

One of the most trending styles right now is natural. But, to achieve that natural look this fall, you'll need a good facial to keep that beautiful face flawless! Give this one a try!

What You'll Need

Organic lavender essential oil

Cotton washcloth (use organic cotton when possible)

Organic almond butter

Skin toner (try Avalon Organics' Lavender Hydrating Toner or Dr. Hauschka's Facial Toner)

Choose one: honey, organic strawberry yogurt, or organic avocado

Facial How-To

1. Pre-cleanse.

After thoroughly removing any makeup and rinsing your face, fill a sink with warm water. Add two to three drops of lavender oil and stir with your hand. Soak the washcloth in the lavender water, then wring it out and gently press it against your face and neck for 30 seconds.

2. Cleanse.

Put one teaspoon of almond butter and a few drops of lavender water in your palm; rub your hands together to create a paste. Apply to skin using a "press and roll" method, which helps remove dead cells, dirt, and oil: Press your palms against your forehead and roll them outward. Moving down your face and neck, continue the motion until you reach your collarbones. Return to massaging your forehead, and repeat the process for one to three minutes.

3. Rinse and Tone. 

Use another washcloth soaked in lavender water to remove the almond cleansing cream from your face. Rinse with cool water and apply toner.

4. Apply a mask.

Choose one of the following masks, depending on your skin's needs:

- To Moisturize Dry Skin

Half of a mashed organic avocado

- To Brighten Dull Complexions

Organic strawberry yogurt

- To Rid Pores of Impurities

Honey

Apply a thin layer to your face and relax for 20 minutes. Then remove the mask with a warm, wet cloth, and rinse with warm water. Pat dry with a clean towel.

With Love,

Shelby

from WholeLiving.com