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Homemade Natural Hairspray + Free Printable Label

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Can you boil water? If the answer is yes then you have the skills required to make hairspray from home!  Not only is it simple to make but it is also inexpensive and made with natural ingredients you probably already have in your home.  By making your own hairspray you will be avoiding all the nasty chemicals found in store bought hairsprays.

I honestly do not wear hairspray very often but when I do I want to use a product that is natural and non-toxic. What better way to know exactly what I’m putting on my hair then by making those products myself.  I discovered how easy it is to make a homemade & natural hairspray and best of all it works great! Now I’m sharing how simple it is to make hairspray with you and of course a cute label to go on your bottle because I love to make cute labels for everything!

Homemade Natural Hairspray

A simple diy hairspray using natural ingredients. So easy to make and works great!
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Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 4 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon high proof alcohol like vodka
  • 10 drops essential oil of your preference
  • Recommended essential oils: Geranium essential oil  Lavender essential oil, Peppermint essential oil, Rosemary essential oil and Clary Sage essential oil.  Avoid citrus oils (Lemon, Lime...) as they can lighten your hair if exposed to UV light.

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water.
  • Bring water to a boil and stir until sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and cool.
  • Add essential oil and high proof alcohol to sugar water.
  • Pour cooled sugar water mixture into an 8 oz fine mist spray bottle.
  • Shake well before each use.

Notes

Customize this recipe for the perfect hold for you: Use more or less sugar depending on how strong you want the hold to be.
Add any combination of the essential oils recommended as long as the drops equal 10. (2 of each recommened essential oil, 8 of one + 2 of another...)

 Free Printable for hairspray bottle. 2 labels per sheet one 8oz and 4oz.

Pretty simple, right? I hope this inspires you to kick store bought hairspray (and all their yucky chemicals) to the curb and give this simple and natural DIY recipe a try!

Check out my other DIY post to find out what other products you can be making in your home to save money and reduce your exposure to chemicals. 

 

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Homemade Makeup Brush Cleaner with essential oils

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Homemade DIY makeup brush cleaner with essential oils

When was the last time you gave your makeup brushes a good deep cleaning? I’m sharing with you a simple homemade makeup brush cleaner that is easy to make and uses common non-toxic ingredients! 

Now that I have found this great homemade/diy cleaner I won’t be so lazy when it comes to cleaning my makeup brushes.  You can use just an oil and soap to clean your brushes but I really like that this cleaner includes essential oils with cleansing and purifying properties for extra clean and purified brushes.  

 It’s really a good idea to do a deep clean like the one I’m sharing once a month.  This will remove old makeup, bacteria and other yucky stuff in your makeup brush bristles.  If you have oily skin or are prone to breakouts you can do this deep clean weekly or every other week.  

I just want to mention it is recommend to at least wipe your brush off with a clean towel in between uses daily.  

Homemade Makeup Brush Cleaner with essential oils - Rays of Bliss

Homemade Makeup Brush Cleaner You Will Need:

dirty makeup brushes

small bowl

wash cloth or paper towels

2 tablespoons oil (extra-virgin olive oil or fractionated coconut oil)

2 tablespoons dish soap or castile soap

5 drops Melaleuca essential oil 

5 drops Grapefruit essential oil (lemon or lavender are good alternatives)

warm water from sink

Homemade Makeup Brush Cleaner with essential oils - Rays of Bliss

Directions:

1. Add oil, soap and essential oils into a small bowl.

2. Swirl your brush in the mixture for 30 seconds, or until you see the makeup stored in your brush start to come out.

3. Rub in a circular motion on the palm of your hand to release all the makeup from the brush.

4. Rinse the brush under warm water (NOT HOT). Swirl brush bristles in your palm until clean, and the water runs clear.

5. Wipe brush bristle gently with towel and try to get out excess water.

6. Shape bristles to original sharp and set on towel for 4 hours or until dry. To prevent fluffy brushes from losing their shape roll fluffy brush bristles in a towel tightly while drying.

Homemade Makeup Brush Cleaner with essential oils - Rays of Bliss

I hope you give this homemade and non-toxic makeup brush cleaner a try.  If you have not been cleaning your brushes regularly you may see improvement to your skin!

Here are a few more post you may like: 

Essential Oils Homemade Bug Spray with Free Printable

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Essential Oils Homemade Bug Spray with Free Printable - Rays of Bliss

Essential oils are a natural and effective solution for those pesky bugs and mosquitoes!  I want you to avoid those toxic over the counter bug sprays.  I am sharing a few easy ways you can use natural and safe essential oils for bug bite prevention.  You can apply essential oils directly to your body but I prefer making a Homemade Bug Spray.  Also, when I’m hanging out on the porch I like to use my diffuser with bug repelling essential oils.

Essential Oils Homemade Bug Spray with Free Printable - Rays of Bliss

You will need:

  • 4 oz Spray Bottle preferably glass or metal.  Plastic will erode when it comes in contact with some essential oils.
  • 3 oz Distilled Water (Fill 4 oz bottle 3/4 full)
  • 1  Tbl Witch Hazel or vodka
  • 1 tsp of carrier oil (coconut oil, vegetable glycerin or other oil)
  • 30-40 Drops Various Essential Oils (see bug repellent oils below)

 

Directions:

  1. Fill 4oz bottle with water and the witch hazel into the spray bottle and shake.  The witch hazel will help the essential oils to disperse evenly and not settle at the bottom.
  2. Add your Essential Oils (30-40 drops) and shake gently.
  3. Shake well before each use.
  4. Reapply every 4-6 hours

 

Naturally Bug Repelling Essential Oils:

For this spray use 35 drops of the Repellent Blend.  Repellent Blend is a super concentrated blend made up of 15 essential oils that provide a safe and effective deterrent against biting bugs without the use of synthetic chemicals such as DEET.*  I like to use it because I don’t have to think about what oils to mix together and the Repellent Blend is very affordable. 

Other Oils Good for Repelling Bugs: cedarwood, lavender, lemon, patchouli, neem, peppermint, rosemary, basil, thyme, citronella, lemongrass, pennyroyal, tea tree oil, geranium, catnip, and eucalyptus.

You can use any combination of essential oils you like based on availability or scent preference.  Wellness Mama suggest trying this blend: Rosemary, Clove, Cajeput (related to tea tree oil), Lavender, Cinnamon and Eucalyptus.

Free Printable for 2oz/small and 4oz/large bottles

Essential Oils Homemade Bug Spray with Free Printable - Rays of Bliss

Bug Image used in free printable is courtesy of AKARAKINGDOMS / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

 

Avoid toxic chemicals and bug bites by using essential oils and natural ingredients. No toxic chemicals needed!

Caution: Do not use in eyes, ears, or mouth. Apply sparingly around eyes and ears. Do not use over cuts, wounds, or irritated skin. For external use only—do not use internally. Keep out of reach of children. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care,consult your physician.
 
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
 

Check out my other DIY post to find out what other products you can be making in your home to save money and reduce your exposure to chemicals. 

8 DIY Cleaning Recipes with Essential Oils with Free Printable Labels

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I make my own cleaning solutions because most store bought cleaners can have toxic and harmful ingredients. Also, making your own cleaners is less expensive. It is very easy and you will know exactly what ingredients are in your home.

Benefits of cleaning with essential oils:
-Effective
-Toxin Free
-Safe to use around children and pets
-Positive side effects
-Inexpensive

I put together a list of 8 Cleaning Recipes and included a Free Printable with 2×3 labels.

Download: 8 DIY Homemade Cleaning Labels 

 Recipes:

1. All-Purpose Cleaner:

16 oz. glass spray bottle

1/4 cup white vinegar

1 3/4 cups water

30 drops essential oil

1 teaspoon borax

Recommended combinations include:

15 drops each of Lavender and Lemon

10 drops each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint, and Wild Orange

30 drops (Immune) Protective Blend blend

15 drops each of Grapefruit and (Immune) Protective Blend

Pour ingredients into a spray bottle, shake and use.

2. Wood Cleaner:

16 oz glass spray bottle

1/4 cup White Vinegar

1/4 cup Water

1/2 tsp Liquid Castille Soap

1/8 tsp Olive Oil

10 drops Orange or Lemon oil

Combine ingredients and pour into spray bottle.

3. Window Cleaner:

16 oz. Spray Bottle

1 1/2 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup water

8 drops of any citrus oil of your choice (Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Wild Orange, or a combination)

Pour ingredients into a spray bottle, shake and use.

4. Air/Linen Spray:

8 oz glass spray bottle

1 cup water

2 Tb vodka or witch hazel

20-30 drops of essential oils of your choice

Pour ingredients into a spray bottle, shake and use.

I like 15 drops each of Wild Orange and Peppermint.

The Prairie Homestead has more recipes for ideas for blends Here.

5. Disinfecting/ Sanitizing Spray:

8 oz. glass spray bottle

1 cup water

About 20 drops of Essential Oils. 15 drops (Immune) Protective Blend and 6 drops Lemon.

Pour ingredients into a spray bottle, shake and use.

6. DIY: Dish Soap

2 cups unscented castile soap

20 drops Lime essential oil

8 drops Lemon essential oil

6 drops Invigorating Blend essential oil

Directions:

1. Fill a large, clean bottle with castle soap; dilute according to instructions if using a concentrate.

2. Add essential oils. Shake bottle before each use.

3.  You’re done! Just add 1-2 tablespoons to dish water for use.

7. DIY: Garbage Disposal Refreshers with Essential Oils

2 cups baking soda

1 cup salt

1/2 cup water

1/3 cup liquid castile soap (any scent)

30 drops Lemon essential oil

Directions:

1. Combine baking soda and salt into bowl.

2.  Add castile soap and essential oil into mixture.

3. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time while stirring with hands until it forms into the consistency of “damp sand”. It should stay together when you press it together. If you add too much water just add some more baking soda and salt until the consistency is right.

4. Grab a tablespoon measurement device and scoop packed spoonfuls onto parchment paper.

5. Once the mixture has been scooped, let dry for 24 hours or until they are hard. One batch should make about 36 garbage disposal refreshers.

6. Put into glass jar and use the next time you do dishes! Just put 1-3 refreshers into the garbage disposal and turn it on. You will immediately smell the refreshing Lemon essential oil.

8. DIY: Carpet/ Mattress Cleaner

1 cup of baking soda
10-12 drops of your favorite essential oil. (bergamot oil, Cleansing Blend are good 2 options)

Directions:
1.Combine ingredients in an airtight container.
2. Mix the essential oils into the baking soda.

3. Sprinkle it on your carpet or mattress.

4. Let is sit for 10 minutes.

5. Vacuum it up.

Start saving money and clean your home safely with essential oils and natural ingredients! No toxic chemicals needed!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Here a few more post you may like: 

 

Essential Oils for Bedtime: Bedtime/ Sleepy Spray Recipe with Free Printables

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One of the first ways I started using my oils was to help me and my boys fall asleep.  I truly believe in the power of  lavender to help at bedtime!  I originally put a few drops behind our ears and on the back of our necks but now I have made a bedtime spray. This spray works great and easier to use!  

Essential OIls for Bedtime. DIY bedtime spray recipe with free printable

I made a couple different labels for the bottle so you can use them! My boys like the Monster Be Gone Label!

Free-Printable-Bottle-Labels.-Bedtime-Sweet-Dreams-Monster-Be-Gone

  Ingredients

  • Small Spray Bottle (4 0z)
  • Distilled Water
  • 1 1/2 Tbl Witch Hazel or vodka
  • 6-10 Drops Various Essential Oils

  Directions:

  1. Fill the bottle with water and the witch hazel into the spray bottle and shake.  The witch hazel will help the essential oils to disperse evenly and not settle at the bottom.
  2. Add your Essential Oils and shake gently.
  3. Shake before each use.
  4. Spray the air, bed, pillow, sheets, windows, favorite stuffed animal…

For my spray blend I usually do 10 drops of Lavender but there are so many blends you can make! Here are 2 popular blends.

Essential Oil Blend Recipes for bedtime spray:

Recipe 1:

  • Geranium 3 drops
  • Lavender 3 drops

 

Recipe 2:

  • Lavender 3 drops
  • Wild Orange 3 drops
  • Chamomile 2 drops (optional)

  Other Oils Good for Sleep/Relaxing:

  • Clary Sage-Relieves stress, helps balance hormones, promotes restful night’s sleep.
  • Bergamot-Helps to relieve anxiousness & balance emotions.
  • Roman Chamomile-Calms your stomach & nerves-especially effective in children.
  • Frankincense-Promotes calmness, relaxation & deep breathing for staying healthy.

 

What’s Your favorite essential oils to use for bedtime or bedtime spray recipe?

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose,treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Check out my other DIY post to find out what other products you can be making in your home to save money and reduce your exposure to chemicals. 

DIY Natural Hand Scrub ~ Get Silky Soft Hands ~ Free Printable

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DIY Natural Hand Scrub ~ Get Silky Soft Hands ~ Free Printable

I’ve been making DIY beauty products since I recently started using coconut oil! I love this stuff! I made this super easy natural hand scrub.

DIY Natural Hand Scrub ~ Get Silky Soft Hands ~ Free Printable

I used one of my saved 32 oz jars; probably from tomato sauce or apple sauce.

Fill jar 3/4 full with regular sugar.

Fill the rest of the jar with your natural dish soap. (I use Honest. 7th Generation would be good too.)

Add 1 TBS coconut oil.

10 drops of  essential oil. I used lavender.

Mix well. You will have to put your spoon or spatula all the way to the bottom and move up and down to mix completely. You will have to do this every time you use it because the ingredients do separate when sitting.

To Use:

Fill 1 palm with mixture. Massage/Srub your hands for 1-2 minutes.  Rinse well and pat dry. Apply a hand lotion.

My husband loves this for his dry and cracked and “cold weather” hands! He has used it several times and I need to make a new batch! Luckily it is so easy to make I don’t mind! Also, this makes a perfect easy/cheap gift! I plan on giving this to several family members.

Free Printable for Personal Use:

Free Printable: Silky Soft Hand Scrub

Save image and resize as needed in a editing program. I made a 2 inch for the top of lid and a 3 inch for the front of jar.

Silky Soft Hand Scrub Printable