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• Goddess Garden Organic Sunscreen Review

  

  “This post is sponsored by Green Sisterhood but the opinion is my own.” I’ve used sunscreen for years to protect my skin; in fact, it’s a vital part of my... Read more

  Posted on 19 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Simple Coffee Facial Scrub

  

  This coffee facial scrub is full of antioxidants which help fight free radicals and aging. It also helps reduce puffiness, acting as a mild diuretic as the... Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• DIY Foaming Face Wash

  

  If you’re looking for a simple, effective, skin clarifying face wash for all skin types that won’t break the bank, try this DIY Foaming Face Wash. Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Skin Type Vs. Skin Color

  

  When it comes to skin care, people often place more importance on skin color than skin type while making decisions about products. Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Use Organic Rosehip Seed Oil As Eye Makeup Remover

  

  I’ve talked before about organic rosehip seed oil before and it’s myriad of benefits. One thing I love using it for is as an eye makeup remover because not... Read more

  Posted on 05 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• 8 Foods to Eat for a Healthy Complexion

  

  Too often we are more worried about what products we are putting on our skin to make it appear healthy, versus the foods we are putting in our bodies that... Read more

  Posted on 04 May 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Crazy Simple DIY Dishwasher Detergent

  

  The last time I talked about making my own dishwasher soap, I suggested that you use Kool Aid (because of the citric acid). But since then, I have found an... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Crazy Simple DIY Dishwashing Powder

  

  The last time I talked about making my own dishwashing powder, I suggested that you use Kool Aid (because of the citric acid). But since then, I have found an... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Clean Your Shower While You’re In It

  

  I have one of these in my shower. It’s filled ¼ with castile soap, a capful of hydrogen peroxide and the rest water. When I’m done with my shower, before... Read more

  Posted on 28 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Find an Earth Day Event Near You

  April 22, 2015 is Earth Day, so if you're looking for events to participate in then checkout the Free People Blog. They have listings of events happening all... Read more

  Posted on 21 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Mac and Cheese for One (Maybe Two)

  

  This is mac and cheese for one recipe is so simple, I’ve often made it when I get home from work late, or if I’m being lazy but I’m really hungry. Read more

  Posted on 21 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Upcycle, Repurpose and Reimagine With Kuttlefish

  

  I grew up watching my Bermudian mother and cousins repurpose old items for new ones and use everything from napkins to tea bags more than once. Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Spring Cleaning With a Timer

  

  Spring cleaning can be a daunting task. Especially if you’re short on time. Instead of giving up every weekend until summer try breaking you to do list into... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Vegetarian French Onion Soup

  

  I was trying to figure out what to cook with some mushroom broth that I had bought and I came across this recipe for vegetarian french onion soup and adapted... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Multitask Products to Save Money and the Environment

  

  The concept of multitasking your products is an easy one. Simply try to not buy anything that you can’t use for more than one purpose. When you start doing this... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Save Money with a Foaming Pump Dispenser

  

  You can save the environment and save money with a foaming pump dispenser. I have been using one of these* for a couple of months now and I’m still not out of... Read more

  Posted on 07 April 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: 5 Minute DIY Upcycled Pet Bed

  

  I came up with this 5 minute diy upcycled pet bed because I refuse to pay a lot of money on pet supplies or toys. Not only do my 2 cats tear them up. THEY... Read more

  Posted on 31 March 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Guest Post: The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Juicing

  

  This awesome Guest Post is by Deborah Smikle-Davis, the founder and voice behind the fabulous site Urban Naturale. She knows a TON about juicing and so I was... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Chia Seeds: What They Are and How to Eat Them

  

  If I had known years ago, that the same seeds that grew those funky looking Chia Pets were actually HEALTHY. I would have bought one! Chia seeds are actually... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2015 LIFESTYLE

• Quick Tip: Stand Up Every Hour for Better Health

  

  A few years back a medical study revealed that sitting down all day at work, or otherwise, is literally killing us. It makes no difference if you exercise... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2015 LIFESTYLE