Natural Cleaning Tips

I've been reading tons of articles about how unsafe it is to use chemical cleaners, and I've decided to slowly make the switch to natural/Eco-friendly cleaners. All the items in this post are cost effective, along with chemical free! Did you know many common household disinfectants contain something called ‘phenol’ or carbolic acid? The acid can attack the central nervous system, liver, spleen, kidneys, and pancreas. Also, artificial air fresheners are another culprit. Many of them contain nerve deadening agents, which interfere with your sense of smell. (those are just some of the dangers of using chemical cleaners!)

*Happy cleaning!!!*


Chrome Polish

Apply a dab of baby oil to a cotton cloth and wipe away. It will shine everything from faucets to hubcaps.

Carpet Stain Lifter

Mix one cup each of vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the stain until wet. Use a brush to scrub the mixture into the stain. Let sit for 5-10 minutes. Then, Gently wipe/blot the stain with water and soap-moistened cloth. Repeat if necessary.

Lipstick Stain Remover

If the fabric is machine washable, saturate the spot with hair spray, let it sit for 10 minutes, then dab with a damp cloth or sponge to remove. Machine afterwards to remove any remaining residual.

Basement Deodorizer

To freshen the air in a dank basement. Cut an onion in half, place it on a plate, and leave it out overnight. Once the onion aroma dissipates, you'll have a fresh atmosphere.

Glassware Scrubber

To get baked-on foods off a glass pan or an oven rack, use dishwashing liquid and a ball of tin foil. It will do the same thing as an s.o.s pad.

Clean A Cast Iron Skillet

Toss about 1/2 cup coarse salt into the pan and rub with a soft sponge. The salt removes excess oils and takes off the food bits.

Window Washer

Newspapers deposit less lint than paper towels do and doesn't leave streaks. Just spray on a glass cleaner and wipe.

Windows & Mirrors

Mix 2 tablespoons of white vinegar with a gallon of water, and dispense into a used spray bottle. Squirt on, then scrub with newspaper (not paper towels, it will cause streaking.) Substitutes for vinegar are, lemon juice and club soda.

Grease Stain Remover

Just use chalk! Simply rub onto greasy stains and the chalk powder will absorb the grease, making the stain easily removable by the laundry soap in the wash.

Scum Buster

Remove soap buildup from glass shower doors by sprinkling a few drops of water onto a used fabric-softener sheet. Then scrub as usual.

Microwave Cleaner

Heat a bowl of water and vinegar for 5 minutes. The steam will dissolve stuck on stains. Then, simply wipe off.

Dishwasher Cleaner

Clean lime deposits and iron stains inside the dishwasher by pouring a packet of lemonade Kool-Aid (the only flavor that works) into the detergent cup and running the (empty) dishwasher. The citric acid in the mix wipes out stains.

Clogged Drains

Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda into the problem drain, followed by 2 cups of boiling water. If that isn't doing it for you, chase the baking soda with a 1/2 cup of vinegar and cover tightly, allowing the vigorous fizzing of the chemical reaction to break up the gunk. Then flush that with one gallon of boiling water.

Beauty Tips, Tricks & Secrets!

I love makeup, and everything to do with it. But, I don't always have the money, nor time to spend on getting dolled up. That's why I wanted to share a few cost effective, quick and unique makeup/beauty tips.

Need Nail Polish To Dry Fast?
Put a drop of vegetable oil, or vegetable oil cooking spray on your nails after painting them. It dries them instantly!

Want Clean Makeup Brushes?
Use baby shampoo! It's less expensive and way more convenient than brush cleaner. It's also less harsh and will not ruin your brushes.


Want Longer Lashes?
Put Vaseline all over your eyelashes overnight. Just be careful not to get any in your eyes. Vaseline provides excellent conditioning and moisturizing for lashes that are dry and brittle. It helps strengthen your eyelashes, and aids new thicker hair growth.



Ran out of makeup remover?
Don't go to bed with hard to wash off mascara still on your lashes. Just squirt a little moisturizer on a q-tip, and rub in on your lashes. Wait a couple seconds then wash off. It does the same thing as most makeup remover creams.


Need A Lip balm A.S.A.P?
Just go into your kitchen (or bathroom) and use any one of these items: Olive oil, Coconut oil, Sweet almond oil, Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Jojoba oil, Vitamin E. They all moisturize dry, cracked lips beautifully!


Need To Sharpen Your Eyeliner?
Place it in the freezer first, it will sharpen much easier. Especially in muggy and hot weather.



Eyes Aren't As Bright As They Should Be?

Use a light blue pencil or shadow under the eyes. The color blue works as a brightener.  Have Under Eye Bags And Circles? There are many different tricks that can be used, here are a few of my favorite: Raw potato slices contain potassium to take away dark circles under the eye. To alleviate puffy, swollen eyes place bags of frozen peas under the eyes. More remedies for under eye bags- cucumber slices, or wet tea bags. Want Whiter Teeth? Peroxide and baking soda used as a toothpaste will whiten teeth. Going to Dye Your Hair? Don't wash it! - Only dye hair that has not been washed for 1 day. The natural hair oils will assist in making the hair color application more successful. The color will cling better to hair that is not dry.

Want To Get Rid Of Breakouts?
Use apple cider vinegar, it's perfect for fighting acne. Use it daily and you'll see results. You can dab it on with a cotton pad, or make a mixture. Steep a handful of clarifying parsley, then mix the cooled infusion in a spray bottle with a splash of vinegar and a few drops of tea tree oil.



Need To Shave?
Be sure to exfoliate your skin before shaving. It gets rid of all the dead skin cells that could clog up your razor, preventing a close shave. Wait until after your shower to shave. The steam softens hairs for smoother results. Don’t use creams that contain heavy fragrance or alpha hydroxy acids on freshly shaven legs. They’ll sting and cause rashes.




Have Annoying Flyaways?
Use a dryer sheet. All you have to do is rub the sheet on your hair! The cling of a dryer sheet will get rid of that nasty bedhead!


Want A New Nail Polish Color?
Make any shade with eyeshadow, and clear polish! All you have to do is take any old eyeshadow you like the color of. Use a toothpick to scrape the eyeshadow out. Then place the shadow in any clean nail polish. Shake, well, and you're done!

Want To Make A Face Mask?

This mask is best for women (or even men) who have oily skin. The ingredients to make the mask are: 1banana, preferably ripe, 1 tbsp honey and an orange or a lemon! Mix the banana and honey together in a bowl. Add a few drops of juice from an orange or a lemon. Apply to face for 15 minutes, then rinse.