Creating your own perfume from scratch can only be judged a succes if you, and the people around you, like it. Start with a simple Eau de Cologne, or any of the following special blends. Do-it-yourself and create your own scents to suit your unique personality.
Have fun and don't be afraid to experiment! Aftershave is great for soothing a man’s complexion after shaving. Why not create your own?
When you are experimenting with essential oils, make sure to understand the potency and/or health risks some oils can cause if not used properly. When in doubt, ask a professional aroma therapist/herbalist or at the health food store for more information.
There's more to soap than froth and bubble. If feeling a little adventurous, here are some exotic handmade soaps for special occasions. These recipes make unusual and personalised gifts - or something special to keep for when you feel like pampering yourself.
Rosewater Soap
Rosewater soap is a fine-textured soap which retains a faint scent of roses. Its properties are slightly astringent, which means it is good for oily skins, although it does not leave the skin feeling tight and harsh like a heavy astringent does.
Looking for another way to go green in your home? Here we have a wonderful range of homemade natural hair care possibilities, most from readily available garden offerings.With just a little work in the kitchen you can reap the many benefits of elegant hair in a gentle way without all the unnatural additives you will find in store-brand products.
The easiest alternative shampoo is mud! (how inexpensive is that?).
Don't laugh, it takes the grease out. (Notice how silty water lathers into foam in a flood?). Package mud up in flowered plastic bottles and the supermarkets would be full of it.