The greatest gift of gardening has been connecting with plants beyond my diet. It’s the kind of thing I feel silly for saying out loud, because, duh! Obviously, manufacturers are getting their plant-based products from someone who is growing them, right? Turns out I can be that someone for myself and create cleaner products to nourish my skin.

DIY shampoo?!? Yes! AND it was super simple. This post will break down the ingredients, process (two-ways), and give a review after using the shampoo.

I am finally coming up for air after spending the month of October with various colds, coughs, and viruses (yes, THE virus!). The fall is already a tough time for my sinuses since I have severe environmental allergies this time of the year. I’ve turned to herbalism and natural remedies for keeping symptoms under control and to build up my immune system to prevent another round of illness.