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Dec 31, 2020
3 min

My hair care routine ~ 2021

I am currently washing my hair 1-2 times per week. Normally on Wednesday and Saturday if twice a week, and Saturday if once a week. I sh...

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Nov 6, 2020
4 min

Why your skin might be hyper-reactive

The skin has a big job of protecting the inside of our body from the external environment, but what happens when the barrier is broken? O...

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Why GC/MS testing isn't enough for essential oils

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Oct 23, 2020
4 min

Why GC/MS testing isn't enough for essential oils

Today I celebrate using essential oils for 7 years! I remember when I was first starting to use them. I was so confused. There were so...

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Oct 10, 2020
2 min

Could coconut oil be bad for your hair?

I see a lot of people taking advantage of the quarantine times at home to do hair masks, many are using only Organic Coconut Oil. I want...

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Jan 29, 2020
2 min

Meet Andrea, The Essential Homemaker

In the years leading up to 2014, I began noticing my skin was incredibly sensitive. I was experiencing issues with tightness, stinging, r...

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Dec 27, 2019
4 min

Elderberry versus Tamiflu, a comparison

The Essential Homemaker Elderberry Syrup is my families choice for daily prevention against the cold and flu. It works against both type...

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The Essential Homemaker

Dec 12, 2019
2 min

Alleviate Holiday Stress

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way… to the bathroom to have another emotional breakdown in private because nobody is allowed ...

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Give Natural, Start the Switch This Holiday Season

The Essential Homemaker

Nov 15, 2019
2 min

Give Natural, Start the Switch This Holiday Season

As the holidays are approaching and you are making your shopping list, it’s very important to keep in mind what you are gifting to people...

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More than a trend: How elderberry syrup can help you toward health

The Essential Homemaker

Sep 24, 2019
3 min

More than a trend: How elderberry syrup can help you toward health

As you’re scrolling through social media, it’s easy to spot all the new trends. One thing however is not a trend, or a fad, and it’s not ...

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Aug 30, 2019
2 min

My Personal Hair Journey

Two and a half years ago I made the decision to stop cutting my hair. I was determined to have long, beautiful, healthy hair. While the g...

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Aug 7, 2019
1 min

Back to School Must Haves!

Super Immunity Roller - from the lounge chair to the petri dish we call the classroom, teachers and learners need a powerful roller to pr...

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Jul 17, 2019
2 min

What’s In Your Sunscreen?

What do I love? Sunshine! What do I not love? Getting burned while enjoying the sunshine. Being that I was blessed with fair skin, I have...

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The Essential Homemaker

Jun 13, 2019
3 min

Toxins in Feminine Hygiene Products

Feminine hygiene products such as panty liners, pads and tampons contain surprising levels of toxic ingredients that may be causing us se...

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May 13, 2019
4 min

Essential Homemaker Shampoo Bars

Many conventional shampoos are harsh on hair. They use strong petroleum-based detergents that strip the hair of its natural protective oi...

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What to do When Shampoo Bars are Working Against You

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May 13, 2019
4 min

What to do When Shampoo Bars are Working Against You

Here are some trouble shooting tips and tricks as well as answers to a few of the most common questions asked. · Hard Water? There are s...

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The Essential Homemaker

Feb 22, 2019
3 min

Balancing Hormones

Do you struggle with: weight management, either being overweight, gaining weight or can’t lose weight, struggling with anxiety and/or dep...

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Toxins in the Cosmetics Industry ~ Part 3

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Feb 18, 2019
4 min

Toxins in the Cosmetics Industry ~ Part 3

Continuing with our journey into a closer look at the toxins in the cosmetic industry: Parabens and Sulfates. Parabens have been around s...

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DIY Recipes for common household products

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Jan 31, 2019
2 min

DIY Recipes for common household products

In an effort to help you transition to non-toxic household product options, I wanted to share the "tried and true" recipes that I have us...

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Toxins in the cosmetics industry ~ Part 2
1,4-dioxane

The Essential Homemaker

Jan 16, 2019
4 min

Toxins in the cosmetics industry ~ Part 2 1,4-dioxane

To recap from Part 1 on Phthalates, many products list “fragrance” on the label, but very few actually list what chemicals make "fragranc...

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The Essential Homemaker

Jan 6, 2019
3 min

The Essential Homemaker Elderberry Syrup is not like any other available.

Each ingredient of the elderberry syrup is carefully selected as the best available, beginning with the water. Reverse osmosis is a filtr...

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