DIY spa recipes on #INsight...

Today on INsight I demonstrated my 3 favorite (and super easy) DIY spa recipes...click the links below to check them out.  Fair warning:  At one point I actually say, "just...ream it."  Oy vey...

DIY Beauty Disasters - I have certainly had my fair share of bad DIY beauty experiments.  I've put nearly everything you could think of on my hair, the worst being mayo...yuck!  I stay away from at home treatments that involve chemicals and I like to keep the recipes on the simple side.  It's not very relaxing to clean up a giant mess afterwards.

DIY Beauty Tips - I have used this recipe for body scrub for  years and I swear by it.  It is so effective but so much less expensive than store bought varieties.  Plus, I love knowing that it's literally two organic ingredients - no dyes, no fragrance, no chemicals.  For the face mask, I like to mash up the avocado before adding the honey - this gives you more control with the texture of the mask.  The foot soak recipe is also really great for the whole body but use a full gallon of milk in your bathtub and eliminate the rocks/marbles (ouch).

For more home spa recipes check out the resources below!

Spa Index

All Natural Beauty

Spa Magazine

Thanks for watching!

xx

JDF

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I had an idea...

This summer a tweet was sent out by the Indy Film Fest about a limited edition poster created by Indianapolis based People for Urban Progress.  I clicked the link to see the poster and bought it instantly.  I had just moved to Indiana and was feeling this exact sentiment.  I have yet to hang the poster but I really love reading it.

Today, the poster just really spoke to me and I finally checked out the website for People for Urban Progress...UMMM, they kick some serious ass!  I am all for their mission and would love to see them grow and to inspire others to do the same.  Coming across groups like PUP gives me great hope for a fresh and modern future...

The poster is no longer available (maybe they'll do another run) but they sell other really cool shit on Etsy.

xx
JDF

whole foods style...

Whole Foods is known for its fab selection of organic and healthy foods but their beauty and style departments are rapidly growing - much to my delight but to my wallet's dismay...

Jewelry, knit coin pouches and clutch purses, nursing/sleeping bras and boutique worthy organic cotton tee shirts and hoodies have joined the already popular beauty aisles. Yoga gear, baby toys and clothes as well as fashionable water bottles join the soy candles and sage smudge sticks. Flip flops, sunglasses and woven handbags are now conveniently offered next to your favorite hippie mouthwash.

Whole Foods is quickly becoming a lifestyle brand...me likey. Now I just need them to open up in Ft. Wayne!

The Body Shop Earth Lovers Shower Gels...

NWS has loved The Body Shop for some time now and the newest collection from the brand does not disappoint.  The Earth Lovers Shower Gels are not only bio degradable but also contain no sulfates, parabens or dyes and are packaged in 100% recycled bottles.

Choose from mouthwatering scents like Apricot & Basil, Cucumber & Mint, Watermelon & Eucalyptus, Fig & Rosemary (our hands down favorite), Pear & Lemongrass and Lemon & Thyme.

To purchase online and to learn more about The Body Shop's commitment to green products click this link!

Friday's Five Favorites...green cleaning!

In observance of Earth Day we're dedicating this post to green cleaning options:

* vinegar - it's the single best product in your home cleaning arsenal!  Click here for a variety of uses...

* home recipe for cleaning windows - click here for simple instructions from Care 2.  Use microfiber clothes to clean your windows then toss them in the washer for reuse.

* method laundry detergent - this is pretty powerful stuff!  The formula is super concentrated but the packaging for it is even better.  Just a few quick pumps is all you  need for a full load.  Gone are the days of lugging around a giant plastic bottle (this is perfect for city folk who don't have their own washer/dryer).

* Mrs. Meyers Clean Day - we adore the multitude of options this eco savvy company offers...with 10 scents and products ranging from household cleaners and laundry to hand/body and air fresheners this line is virtually all you need!  The Baby Blossom is so soft and perfect for the nursery while the Basil is amazing in the kitchen.  Today in honor of Earth Day, Mrs. Meyers is offering free shipping!

* eco carpet refresher - forget the store bought, chemical laden variety...sprinkle baking soda (we choose Bob's Red Mill Aluminum Free version) over your carpets, let sit for a few minutes then vacuum.  Feel free to add 2 or 3 drops of essential oil to your baking soda but mix well and don't make the powder soggy.