Finely ground Walnut Shells make an extremely stable and effective exfoliant. Walnut Shell Powder can be added to soaps, scrubs, or even fresh exfoliation treatments. This pale tan powder is available at FromNatureWithLove.com in two different grain sizes. Our Medium Walnut Shell Powder is superb for pedicure scrubs, crafter’s soaps, or any other formula that requires intensive scrubbing and exfoliation.… Continue Reading Walnut Shell Powder
Making Handmade Lip Balms
Lip balms are one of the first handmade cosmetics that most people create. They are easy to customize and a cinch to make. They also make great gifts, party favors, and are perfect for group projects. Even the simplest natural balm will usually receive rave reviews from those who are used to commercial petroleum based lip balms. Unlike many commercial… Continue Reading Making Handmade Lip Balms
Making Mineral Cosmetics
FromNatureWithLove.com is proud to announce the newest addition to our Online Library, The Guide to Creating Your Own Mineral Cosmetics. Mineral cosmetics have become incredibly popular over the past few years. Though large cosmetic companies have joined this makeup revolution, they are not alone. Countless small businesses, boutiques, and spas offer their own lines of Mineral Cosmetics, many of which… Continue Reading Making Mineral Cosmetics
Super Suds
There is no special interest story so special as one that involves your very own nephew. R.J. is in fourth grade and had his first science fair this year. We were honored when R.J. asked his Uncle Scott and I to help him with his project. We spent quite a while noodling over what subject to report on. Eventually it… Continue Reading Super Suds
Earth Day 2008
Nearly forty years ago, U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson announced a nationwide grassroots demonstration that would later be known as Earth Day. This demonstration was held on April 22, 1970, and is regarded as the birthday of the modern environmental movement. We’ve come a long way since the first Earth Day. Through education, activism, and hope, the environmental movement has brought… Continue Reading Earth Day 2008