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Today I wanted to make a bar of soap containing tea tree essential oil, rosemary oleoresin and clay. All of these things have been marketed for aiding in the prevention and cure of acne. But how does one approach a product that with one misplaced word can land you right […]

Tea Tree, Rosemary and Clay Soap Bar


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When I came back from China, I brought back a wealth of knowledge and experiences really have changed my perspective on life, lifestyles, culture and food. People ask about my adventures abroad but there is so much to tell, I hardly know where to begin! I often start with the […]

Ginger and Silk Soap


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Yesterday I gave a small preview for today’s soap. I talked about how I had a hard time getting my soap out of the mold. I still can’t get it out of the mold and it is annoying me to no end! So much for greasing it with mineral oil. […]

Megan’s Pumpkin Soap



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Halloween in bearing down upon us and I thought I would have a great blog this morning of a cute pumpkin inspired soap done in my PVC mold. After having the plunger pounded on, pushed on and almost pulverized, I discovered something I wish I had known earlier. It generally […]

A Learning Lesson with Molds


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There is nothing more amazing or spectacular than using a bar of homemade soap. So how do we make the experience of using handmade soap all that much more fun? We put it in sheep’s clothing of course! Today I will be sharing with you how to make felted soaps. […]

Soap in Sheep’s clothing – Making Felted Soaps


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Here at last, here at last, thank heavens it is here at last! What am I talking about? Why, the famous Java Juice Lip Balm recipe! I have been begging the R&D team for the ability to share this fabulous recipe and they have finally given permission. Wahoo! Come join […]

Famous Java Juice Lip Balm



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I love nothing more than a good life hack. What is a life hack you ask? A life hack refers to any trick, shortcut, skill, or novelty method that increases productivity and efficiency in life. Life hacks include everything from using space more efficiently to saving money or even simplified […]

A Lip Balm Tube Filling Tray Hack


We are halfway through the month of October and time for one of the best deals ever is running out! “What is this deal? ” you ask.  For the month of October, when you buy a 100 pkg of mini lip balm tubes, you get a free filling tray! These […]

Mini Lip Balm Tubes + Free Filling Tray!


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I haven’t even sent samples of this soap down to the shipping department and I can already hear the cries of intrigue, revulsion and curiosity about today’s project. Eggs? In soap? Why would ANYONE be so crazy as to want to add an egg to the soap?! Well, adding eggs […]

Cluck, cluck! Egg Soap Anyone?



It never ceases to amaze me how I have the world of cosmetics and body care products at my finger tips. That can be both good and bad. I never have to put up with a lotion, lip balm or even fragrance that I do not like. However, it also […]

Creating Lip Tints – Nude


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I need some help from our readers! A recent event gave me a different perspective on how lip balm can be marketed. Let me give you a quick run down. Patient is checked into the hospital. A nasal cannula in inserted into the nostrils to provide a flow of oxygen. […]

Is Vaseline OK?


After a recent foot surgery, I have discovered what anyone who has ever been in a cast already knows. After just a few weeks, the skin itches like crazy while it sheds and peels. It is maddening to have that itching sensation that just won’t go away. I now feel […]

Soft Foot Scrub