Personal Care

Have you heard of tea tree oil? It has many benefits, for adults and children. I started using tea tree shampoo a few months ago on my kids and love it! One of the major benefits of tea tree shampoo is that head

The next time you have an extra lemon, consider using it for one of these great beauty tricks. Better yet...just go out and buy yourself a lemon to take advantage of one of its many benefits! Whiten your nails

I ran out of my normal facial cleanser night last night and had no more.  I decided to try Johnson's  baby shampoo  that I had a available as a  alternative to clean my face. It  worked&nbs

My teenage daughter came up with this tip. With two teenage girls and me in the house, there's a lot of shaving going on in our shower. I buy a big package of disposable women's razors at BJs for a pretty

As I have unfortunately learned recently, most people have no idea what to say when someone they care about is grieving. This is especially true if it was a tragic loss (young person, freak accident, murder, etc)

Peals or microdermabrasion damages the skin, and over time the skin will get thinner and weaker, or develop scar tissue. Ex-foliation is important and the key is to keep it gentle. Ground almonds are soft but

I use both of these recipes and the honey can also be used on a wound to keep out bacteria.  I have't bought skin care products for 10 years.  Instead I use what I have in my pantry. Honey

I have been making my own shampoo for nearly 10 years now.  I also make it for friends and family.  Here it is: 1 cup of fresh rosemary (not dried) 2 cups of distilled water (not tap) the water has

You know those sunscreen sticks to use for your face?  My 3 1/2 year old daughter decided to use it all over her hair and it was gross.  With it's waterproof, waxy substance, her hair looked greasy

Ever wonder how European women age gracefully? If you're an older mother like me where you grew up in the bell bottom retro 1970's but admired women like Sophia Lauren, Catherine Deneuve and other

This may come as a big surprise to you, since the government seems to regulate about everything - however, they don't regulate the personal health care industry at all.  What that means us, consumers

If you have kids, you are probably part of a club that you never signed up for...the stretch mark club! I know I'm a card carrying member and no matter what I do, I can't seem to relinquish my membership

We all know that babies have sensitive skin and that it must be protected from the sun. However, our skin also has the amazing ability to absorb anything that we put on it. Unfortunately, some ingredients in traditional

Here is a list of some creative ways to avoid the winter blues, as winter seems to drag on and on and on in this part of the world. For example, " Fall in love with tuna fish sandwiches all over again. The

I'm not one to raise alarm about little things - but it is a fact that the personal care industry is not regulated by any agency. What that means is that manufacturers can put anything they want into shampoo

Did you know that just one or two sunburns as a child causes a huge increase in the possibility of developing skin cancer later in life?  Of course, anyone who lives in a climate that is gray and cloudy for

To many kids, brushing their teeth seems an awful lot like a chore. Since kids, at least my kids, don't like chores - getting them to brush their teeth can sometimes be a bit of a chore....for me! Here are

At a routine trip to my dentist, I found out that we don't have fluoride in our drinking water in Hawaii. Strangely enough, with all our moving across the ocean and whatnot, whether or not my kids were getting

Most parents are extremely picky about what they put on their baby's skin, as they should be! Natural baby lotion, those that use natural ingredients and provide full-dislosure on everything that's in their

My kids love bubble baths, the problem is that one of them is prone to bladder infections and her frequent bubble bath habit was causing serious problems and lots of trips to her pediatrician.  Thankfully

I recently learned from my hair stylist that hairspray can be sprayed on your hair before using a flat iron rather than using a special heat protection product.  I tried hairspray and it worked very well. 

What could be better than a cup of hot chocolate on a snowy day?  And what if that delicious cup also makes you look your best?  It sounds too good to be true, but chocolate can make your skin look

Did you know that eating certain foods can help you to look younger? I came across this great article on MSN.com that I just had to share with you. For example, did you know that yams have a natural estrogen that

Why buy expensive bath time toys, when you have all the ingredients you need at home.  This is a recipe for bathtub finger paints: 1/3 c clear, mild dish detergent 1 T cornstarch Food coloring Mix detergent

I was getting ready after my workout today and this woman asked me why I had a jar of coconut oil in the locker room.  It doesn't even strike me as weird anymore because I have been using coconut oil for

I have slowly been trying to switch over all my personal care items to ones that are more friendly to me and the planet.  As I use something up, I replace it with something friendlier.  But I was overwhelmed

Did you know that green tea is a breath freshener?  If you're out with friends and you don't have your toothbrush, just order a cup of green tea.  Green tea deodorizes and cuts the production

This is a must website for every mom! It is full of beauty tips, product reviews, how-tos and quick tips, and much more. You can also request free samples, participate in contests, blogs, and message boards. My

I love this article on how to soften harsh beauty products. There are great ideas for extending the life of your products, saving money and making your products gentle enough for sensitive skin. I never would have

This is a Good Housekeeping article, but I found it on WebMd.com, which makes me feel that the tips provided are doctor-approved, and therefore better. Am I naive? Anyway, the article talks about not shaving or

If you run out of super glue just use nail glue, the kind you use to apply artificial nails/tips.  Work great and I recently used it when I realized I did not have any super glue and I had to fix my daughter's

I love the look of polished nails but I hate the bottle and brush combination since the bottle can sometimes tip over by accident.  Plus I think there is a need for nail polish that was more compact and travel

Looking for a quick fix for fine lines and wrinkles?  I am always on the lookout for new products that will help slow down the appearance of aging.  There are zillions of products out there that

At the salon where my 4 1/2 yr old gets her haircut, they shared a very helpful tip about preventing head lice.  They recommend using Pert Plus shampoo w/conditioner b/c it has a waxy coating that helps deter

Olive Oil is the best hair conditioner to use in order to achieve the softest, sleekest, and beyond shiny hair in any room.  Simply warm 2-3 tbsp of olive oil in your microwave for 20 seconds.  Saturate

TruKid is a skincare product line made especially for kids but even the whole family can use it. It is made from all natural products. The product line includes soaps, moisturizers, sunscreen, etc. What I especially

This Olay For You website is fun. There's a nice "lady" that asks you lots of questions about your skin and your concerns, and then recommends the appropriate Olay brand product for you. Obviously

I just read this article today on Yahoo by Dr. Leslie Baumann and thought it was interesting for those wanting to create or enhance healthy skin: You can invest half your paycheck in serums and creams - even

(Taken from my blog, "Secrets to My Success") I did a cost comparison in college on two skincare brands I'd used. One was Clinique which most middle-class women and teens deem affordable and yet

My friend and I both lost hair while pregnant and after...and I know we're both not at our full potential even now, but her suggestion to keep taking pre-natal vitamins following birth as they help with hair

Here's a "free" way to enjoy your shower more-at least it works for me. Between the kids, husband, pets and full-time job, sometimes I need to feel pampered. So I figured out that it costs the same

I just found out that some of you out there do not know about cotton sleep gloves. My mom had them, so I grew up thinking everyone knew about them. Anyway, they sell cotton gloves meant to moisturize your hands

I bought Olay's Thermal Pedicure on a whim and I love it.  Of course, I would rather go get a pedicure but who has the time, money and inclination when it is 5 degrees outside?  It tends to be $10

If you are a parent that is always with your child with little or no help because your spouse works a lot, or if you are a single parent, a task as simple as getting a haircut can be stressful.  How can you

This New York Times article explains 8 ways to get healthier, younger looking skin, without spending a fortune or going under the knife. This is the advice of medical journals and skin doctors, compiled by the reporter

Deal Farm Soaps based in Massachusetts is a stay-at-home mom run business and she makes all these yummy soaps and creams that smell so good and feel great.  I love the lavender smells and she ships all around

You probably don't know it, but you need a new blow dryer. My new hair stylist told me that, and of course I didn't beleive him, because my dryer was relatively new and worked fine. I don't just spend

I have been coloring my hair at home for 25 years, and for the past year I have been wanting to try those 2-step hair colors with highlights. Finally, I put fear aside and tried it. I love it! I used LOreal Colour

Check out this cool product. A jeweler attaches Finger Fit to your ring, and it will easily slide over swollen or large knuckles, but then fit snugly on the finger. This is great for anyone with arthritis or for

For almost 20 years, I've searched for a shampoo and styling products that will add volume without stripping my color, or that will protect my color without leaving my fine, limp hair looking, well, fine