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Beautiful, long, thick hair doesn’t have to be a thing of dreams and fairy tales, but something that we can actually ALL achieve with a little persistence and a good DIY hair mask! Today we’ll introduce you to this ah-mazingly fast and effective DIY hair mask that will answer your question to: how to grow longer hair in a month! This DIY hair mask is SO simple and easy to make, and you only need a few ingredients (which you probably already have!). The secret to longer hair in a month? Persistence! The more you apply this hair mask, the better the results! Before we dive into this recipe, we’ll take a look at WHY exactly it works! This hair growth treatment contains egg, coconut oil, olive oil, and honey. All of these ingredients are natural, but what makes them so special and how will they actually help you grow longer hair? Egg: packed full of proteins and amino acids, eggs work to strengthen the hair shaft, as well as to nourish the hair. Eggs are one of THE most popular hair growth...

For those of us with fine, thin hair, tangled hair is a constant struggle that seems to never end! When hair gets tangled, it tends to break and thin out, leaving it lackluster, weak, and damaged. Thankfully, there IS a solution in the form of this homemade hair detangler! Made with only 3 ingredients, this homemade hair detangler will gently de-tangle, condition, nourish, hydrate, and add shine! Ingredients: 2-3 tbsp conditioner of your choice warm water 2-3 drops of your favorite essential oil spray bottle Directions: To a small spray bottle, add 2-3 tablespoons of your favorite conditioner. We recommend using a conditioner that doesn’t contain sulphites which can dry out the hair. Fill up the spray bottle with warm water and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. We like to use lavender essential oil for its scent as well as for its hair strengthening properties! Shake bottle well and spray onto damp or wet hair. Comb through using a wide-tooth comb. Always comb starting at...

We all know that a glass of wine a day will keep the doctor away, but did you know that it can also keep wrinkles at bay? Grapes contain a compound known as resveratrol, which is essentially an antioxidant, and also one of the most powerful anti-aging ingredients in the world. A lot of expensive skin care creams contain resveratrol, but you don’t need to spend a ton of money to get its amazing benefits. Simply using this DIY anti-aging grape face mask on a regular basis can give you the same (or even better) benefits and results than those expensive creams! Why Grapes Are So Good for Your Skin: Resveratrol is an anti-aging compound which slows down the aging process Also regenerates skin cells, and improves cell turn over Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant Improves skin tone and evens out uneven skin tone Prevents the formation of acne Makes skin softer, suppler, and bouncier Reduces the appearance of acne scars, dark spots, age spots, and sun spots. You’ll Need: 2 tbsp grape pulp 1 tbs...

Did you know that commercial deodorants are laden with chemicals and other ingredients that can cause harm to the body? Recent studies have shown that deodorants contain chemicals which are related to cancer, and more and more people are straying away from them. This homemade deodorant recipe is just what you’re looking for: all natural, safe, AND effective, minus the death threats! So if you’re looking for a cheap and super safe alternative to deodorant, this homemade deodorant recipe is just what you need! Ingredients: 1/4 cup coconut oil 2 tbsp cornstarch 1 tbsp baking soda 20-25 drops essential oil of your choice Directions: Melt the coconut oil (if need be) and mix in with cornstarch and baking soda. Add in the essential oil of your choice and stir well. Transfer to a clean, airtight jar or container and use! Simply grab a small amount of massage into armpits. This recipe should last for 2-3 months depending on usage. If you feel like this recipe isn’t strong enough, you can go ah...

Looking to switch from commercial toothpaste to an all natural one? This homemade toothpaste recipe is super easy to make and will leave your teeth sparkling white and your breath fresher than ever! When we first started switching to natural toothpaste, we would simply purchase a natural, safer version from the local health store, but we soon found out how expensive that would turn out to be! Fortunately, the age of DIY products is in full force, and it didn’t take us long to find an ALL natural, cheap, AND effective homemade toothpaste recipe! This easy homemade toothpaste recipe uses the following all natural ingredients: baking soda, bentonite clay, sea salt, and peppermint essential oil. Bentonite Clay is used in a lot of face masks, but it also makes for a great toothpaste! The fine powder gently polishes the teeth and gives them a boost of calcium. Also absorbs toxins, impurities, and heavy metals. Baking Soda is a mild abrasive to will slough off dirt, buildup, and plaque. Bakin...