Save Money DIY Foaming Hand Soap

I love being able to save money on products I use every day.  Here is a quick and easy recipe for foaming had soap that costs much less than purchasing from a store.  And you get to customize the smell!

Foaming Hand Soap Recipe
Ingredients:
1/4 cup Castile soap
1 tsp sweet almond oil (you can purchase Here )
2-3 drops you favorite doTERRA essential oils (see below for ideas)
fill to top with filtered water (for best results)
Add Castile soap and almond oil to an empty soap dispenser. Fill remaining with water

Essential oil combinations to try:
Soothing-Floral:
1 drop lavender for tissue restorative, calming, lessens anxiety and anti-microbial
1 drop geranium for balance, tissue regenerative, anti-bacterial and anti-depressant
1 drop ylang ylang for anti-depressant, sedative and balancing
Uplifting:
1 drop wild orange for anti-depressant, digestive, emotional balance and anti-septic
1 drop lemon for anti-depressant, refreshing, anti fungal and antiseptic
1 drop lime for anti-anxiety, antibacterial, and revitalizing
Holiday Cheer:
1 drop cinnamon for anti-inflammatory, purifier, and warming
1 drop wild orange for anti-depressant, digestive, emotional balance and anti-septic
1 drop white fir for antiseptic, anti arthritis and analgesic

 

Because quality is everything when it comes to essential oils, never buy your oils from the grocery store. Although they may be suitable for aroma, they aren't the quality you need for health purposes. This is why I support and affiliate for our favorite brand, doTERRA essential oils.

There are several ways to get your hands on wild orange, oregano and Clary sage essential oil: retail, discounted, or wholesale. 

But retail sucks.

So I recommend purchasing a discounted or wholesale account (similar to something like Costco) to get the best prices on this or other oils. Which is the best fit for you will depend on your needs. You may email me at angelaf.doterra@gmail.com for more information or visit my site here

 

 

 

*Any health-related topics shared on this site are solely the opinion of the author or guest author. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Any products or statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our Journey to Natural  is not a replacement for your own best judgment or a medical professional where indicated. Always consult your own opinion and/or your health care provider when making important health care choices.

Easy Thanksgiving Sides

Today I showed my friends how to prepare a few quick and easy sides for Thanksgiving.  I'll keep this short and sweet so here are the delicious recipes and a few pictures.

Sage Stuffing

Makes one 9x11 pan or 24 muffins

Ingredients

8 tbsp. butter or coconut oil (1 stick)

2 1/2 cups milk (skim or rice is fine)

1- 12 oz bag dried bread crumbs or stuffing mix

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

4-6 celery stalks with leaves, chopped

1 can water chestnuts, chopped

1-2 drops doTERRA Clary Sage essential oil

Kosher Salt

Pepper

 

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350° degrees.

In a saucepan over medium to low heat, scald the milk and butter until it simmering. Then set aside.

Chop onions, celery, sage and water chestnuts. In a large bowl add stuffing mix and all chopped ingredients.

Then using a third of a cup, (thirds) slowly add the milk/butter mixture, and carefully toss until all incorporated. DO NOT OVER STIR/TOSS or it will be very mushy. It should have a fluffy appearance. We probably added 1 1/3 cups of the milk mixture. Don’t be worried if you don’t use all the milk mixture, you probably won’t need it all, but that’s okay because it’s great saved for the mashed potatoes.

Salt and pepper to taste, mixing lightly as you add.
Scoop into oven safe dish and bake until brown, about 20-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

5 lbs red potatoes

2 cups or 1 can vegetable  broth

3 cloves garlic

1/2 cup coconut oil or organic butter 

1 1/2 cup organic sour cream

1 cup grated good quality Parmesan

1 tsp salt

1-2 drops doTERRA oregano essential oil

Instructions

Please note this makes a HUGE amount . Wash and cut your potatoes into quarters.  Place in the slow cooker with broth, garlic, and butter and cook on low 6-8 hours.  Potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork when done.  Add sour cream, Parmesan, salt and oregano. Use a potato masher to mash and blend until well combined and the potatoes are the desired consistency.  Serve or keep warm in crock pot until time to serve. Enjoy!     

Cranberry-Wild Orange Sauce

1 Cup Dark Cherry Juice
1-2 drops doTERRA wild orange essential oil
1 cup water
1 Cup Organic Sugar
1/4 tsp Salt
1 Cup Dried Cherries

24 oz Fresh Cranberries (sorted & cleaned)

Directions:

Combine the cherry juice, Wild Orange oil, water, sugar and salt in a large saucepan.
Over medium heat, dissolve the sugar while stirring for about 3-4 minutes.
Add the cherries and cranberries. Partially cover pot with lid or foil to prevent spatter.
Cook for 15-20 minutes, stir frequently the last 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, transfer to a container and store in the refrigerator.


Because quality is everything when it comes to essential oils, never buy your oils from the grocery store. Although they may be suitable for aroma, they aren't the quality you need for health purposes. This is why I support and affiliate for our favorite brand, doTERRA essential oils.
There are several ways to get your hands on wild orange, oregano and Clary sage essential oil: retail, discounted, or wholesale.
But retail sucks.
So I recommend purchasing a discounted or wholesale account (similar to something like Costco) to get the best prices on this or other oils. Which is the best fit for you will depend on your needs. You may email me at angelaf.doterra@gmail.com for more information or visit my site here

*Any health-related topics shared on this site are solely the opinion of the author or guest author. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Any products or statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our Journey to Natural  is not a replacement for your own best judgment or a medical professional where indicated. Always consult your own opinion and/or your health care provider when making important health care choices.

 

DIY Bath Gift Baskets

I can NOT wait to get everything together to make these great bath luxuries for my friends and family!  I found so many great ideas and here are a few I am definitely going to make this holiday season!

Bath bombs are one of my families favorite treats for tub time!  These are going to be so easy!  I love that I can personalize the color and smell with my doTERRA essential oils. Get your Essential oils here: http://mydoterra.com/oilswithangie

http://www.mariasself.com/2012/02/diy-saint-valentines-craft-homemade.html

Next up this year will be Holiday room spray!  So incredibly easy. I will be using Holiday Joy for my home!  The combo of Siberian Fir, Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Vanilla are  so uplifting and soothing.

DIY ROOM SPRAY

1 cup of water

1 TBSP Witch Hazel or Vodka

20-30 drops Essential oil

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle and shake before each use!  

 

And finally I am looking forward to making and trying out all these facial scrubs.

 

 

 

Below are a few recipes to get you started on your own scrubs:

Simple Cinnamon-Vanilla-Oatmeal Facial Scrub
1/4 cup oatmeal
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon plain yogurt

Cornmeal-Citrus Facial Scrub
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed citrus juice (lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit)
2 teaspoons honey
1 drop ylang-ylang essential oil (optional)
1 drop ginger essential oil (optional)

Avocado-Strawberry-Sugar Body Scrub
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup mashed avocado
1/4 cup mashed strawberry
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 cup minced fresh basil
1 drop rose essential oil (optional)


Rosemary, Mint & Salt Foot Scrub
1 cup coarse sea salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
3 sprigs fresh rosemary (remove leaves from stalk)
1 cup minced fresh mint
3 drops peppermint essential oil (optional)

Mix ingredients together and gently scrub your face, body, or feet. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.

Don't they all sound so good enough to eat ! Yumm...the warm vanilla cinnamon..

Additionally you can scoop out a papaya or mango (or avocado) and save the fruit to eat later. Rub the inside surface of the skin all over your face and arms. The antioxidants and fruit enzymes will help soften your skin.

 

I hope all my friends and family enjoy their gifts this year and act surprised if they end up reading this. :-)

DIY Skin Care

Skin care is essential in the winter!  The cold dry air can wreak havoc on sensitive skin.  I have found a few recipes for making my own happy skin products.

Prone to dry skin? Try this DIY Ginger Lime Brown Sugar Scrub to help exfoliate and soften your skin this fall and winter.

  Click here for the recipe: http://doterrablog.com/diy-ginger-lime-brown-sugar-scrub

I have a hard time buying chemical filled shave cream from the store, but now I can make it with products I know and trust!

http://doterrablog.com/diy-shaving-cream

These lotions bars would make a great gift!  They would also travel better than bottles of mess lotion that can open in your bag.

http://doterrablog.com/diy-moisturizing-lotion-bars

Here is a great idea for taking care of your skin!  So man great ideas!

http://campwander.blogspot.com/2012/09/make-your-own-astringent-toner-makeup.html

If you're interested in Essential oils or any of these products, visit my site or shoot me a question. Happy Journey to Natural!

http://mydoterra.com/oilswithangie

DIY Reed Diffuser

I LOVE making my home smell amazing with baking, cooking and using diffusers.  What I don't like is the headache fake plug in's and air sprays give me.  I am so excited to make homemade reed diffusers.  This is a quick and simple idea that I think might be given as gifts this season.  Thank you for this amazing idea at http://doterrablog.com/diy-reed-diffuser.  This site is full of simple and wonderful make yourself ideas!

 

You can purchase the oils needed for this project at http://mydoterra.com/oilswithangie