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Go to your co-op grocery and buy 10 pounds of sea salt. You need it. And at 59 cents a pound, can you really afford not to?

1. Skin Detox

Problems with acne? Fine sea salt is amazing for oily and combination skin types. Salt will slough away the dead skin. Leave a salt on your body for 5 minutes to kill bacteria. Your skin will become noticeably softer and smoother in a few days. Keep fine salt in a cup for daily cleansing to maintain smooth clear skin. For large acne eruptions, dampen salt and rub into blemish. Let stand for 5 minutes. Oils will draw to the surface and bacteria will die. This method works for the face and body. Do not leave salt paste on face for more than 5 minutes. Soaking in a salty bath will draw impurities from the skin. This is a great total body detox strategy. (continue reading…)

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Spring’s almost here, but we’re still in the time of year where most people seek some comfort from nourishing teas or warm baths. With the economy the way it is now, however, we’re also trying to cut out unnecessary purchases. Why stress out over buying the things you want to help you not stress out?

Many people don’t know how easy it is to make some of the products that they buy regularly or to tailor some of their indulgences to make them more affordable. Cutting costs while maintaining quality is vital, especially if you want to buy organic. (continue reading…)

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Pampering yourself needn’t be expensive or harmful to the environment. There are some simple household solutions to fancy spa treatments and self care. They are easy to prepare and most involve ingredients close at hand. Once you understand the general idea of each mixture, there’s a lot of fun in experimenting with making your own favorites and assortments.

The basic relaxation treatment: A long hot bath
You have to wash anyway, why not make that time a bit more special? This doesn’t have to require elaborate preparation. You’ll want an uncluttered bathroom (even if you just push the laundry out of sight for a half an hour) and a clean tub. The more senses you can engage, the better. Commonly, a few lighted candles, a few drops of essential oil in the water, gentle music and maybe some light reading are a part of the setting. Vary your choices to keep the experience fresh or to suit your personal preferences. Bath oils or salts are an inexpensive indulgence. Lowered lights will suffice if candles aren’t convenient. (continue reading…)

Moms are cooks, tutors, housekeepers, personal shoppers and chauffeurs that are on-call 24/7. I love every minute of it! A weekly Home Spa Treatment keeps me on my toes and out of the expensive day spas.

To make your own Home Spa, you’ll need a few things: (continue reading…)