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Pumice & Poppy Seed Melt and Pour Tutorial

May 10, 2016 Filed Under: Bath & Body Tutorials, Melt & Pour Soap

Exfoliation removes dead skin, brightens up skin and helps moisturizer absorb better. These melt and pour soaps contain an exfoliating trio of pumice, poppy seeds and Lagoon Green Jojoba Beads. Jojoba beads are smooth and round, and feel gentle on the skin. They are great for delicate facial skin. Poppy seeds are a little larger and rougher, making them more suitable for the body.

This project is suitable for beginners, but does take a little knowledge regarding layering melt and pour soap. The key to layering melt and pour is temperature and patience. Click here to read my top five tips on creating layered melt and pour designs. I scented these bars with the masculine Bramble Berry’s Made to Measure Type Fragrance Oil, but any fragrance oil could be used for these scrubby soaps.

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Natural Soap Scum Cleaner Tutorial

January 26, 2016 Filed Under: Home Crafts

Isn’t it amazing how fast your bathroom gets dirty? Between shower scum and sink stains, grime can really pile up. This is especially true with messy kids! Luckily there are powerful household cleaners like baking soda and pumice to fight dirt and make your bathroom shine. This dry soap scum cleaner is made with ingredients from natural sources instead of the harsh chemicals found in store bought cleaners.

This recipe is made with exfoliating ingredients like baking soda, pumice and Epsom salt to easily scrub away tough shower scum. The baking soda and salt also have deodorizing properties to absorb any unpleasant smells in the shower, while lemongrass essential oil and fir needle essential oil leave the tub smelling fresh. Fir needle essential oil helps clean bathroom surfaces as well. To use the cleaner, sprinkle the mixture on a damp surface, concentrating on any areas with built up scum. Then, scrub using a sponge. Rinse away with water.

Like all cleaning products, be sure to keep this product away from children and pets. Before using the scrub, test it on a hidden area in your shower or sink to see if it scratches the surface. The scrub may be a bit too harsh for certain finishes. In addition, you can download and print these free Natural Cleaning Labels to give your products a professional look.

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Walnut Facial Scrub for Men

May 14, 2015 Filed Under: Soaks & Scrubs

Many men are no-fuss when it comes to bath and beauty products. While women can have a routine five steps long, many guys like simple and quick. This Walnut Facial Scrub is just that…truly simple! With only four ingredients including fragrance, this scrub offers plenty of exfoliation. The new Bramble Berry Made to Measure Type Fragrance Oil is a fantastic masculine scent, based on the popular cologne. The combination of walnut shells, baking soda and kaolin clay create a neutral appearance that’s not too fussy or feminine.

To use, apply the dry scrub directly to wet, clean skin. Or, place the scrub in your hands and add a few drops of water to make a paste. People with dry skin might prefer mixing the scrub with oil before each use. Avocado oil, argan oil or sweet almond oil would work well. Apply the scrub 2-3 times a week. If you’re a lady, you can still use the scrub! But, you may want to use a different fragrance or omit the fragrance oil altogether. Because this recipe does not contain water, you don’t need to add a preservative to this recipe. Read more about preservatives here. [Read more…]