I am very disquieted about “America first” ideology for a lot of reasons. Most of them are human beings who are special to me and who do not live in America. What would my attitude say to them if I espoused “America first” thinking? Perhaps I would not intend it to say anything negative. But […]
Posts in the soapmaking category:
great shampoo departure
Almost a year ago, I started a new journey due to an allergy to an ingredient found in most shampoos. I set out to find a way to cleanse my head that didn’t result in too much frizz. I am not always thrilled with the results. My hair is highly sensitive to humidity, especially now […]
Essential Oils: Need to Know
I’ve noticed over the past few months an almost raging fever over essential oils. People are taking “classes” about how to use essential oils–and then offering the classes (and the oils) to someone else. Mostly, I read and smile when someone posts a comment to me and says how much they wish I could get […]
the baking soda method
It’s time for another update on the great hair experiment. I am still taming down the oils in my scalp that have arisen in response to my transition away from shampoo with sulfates. To facilitate this transition a little more smoothly, I have resorted to the baking soda method. If you want to feel oil […]
the great shampoo experiment
Today was shampoo experiment day. The general texture and ingredient balance was good. I will have to live with it a bit before deciding whether I like it. Home-made shampoo is very different from anything you can buy in the store, even the natural stuff. It is much thinner and doesn’t leave you with the […]
Wow hair conditioner
Many soap and cosmetic makers measure their recipes by weight in grams and heat their ingredients to specific temperatures. I do not have a kitchen scale that weighs in grams and speaks; and I do not have a kitchen thermometer that talks; so I have to improvize. I work my recipes by proportions after much […]
soap-making tips for beginners
My first box of supplies arrived today from Mountain Rose Herbs. I spent the afternoon setting up my kitchen and finished off by making an experimental hair conditioner recipe. If I like it, I will post it for other people to use. First, some general notes on oils and safety… Since some people are asking […]
entering the world of soap-making
Today’s post is a foray into one of my hobbies. When I lived in Florida, I experimented for a couple of years with making my own soaps, lotions, and cleaning products. I greatly enjoyed the creative process as well as using what I made. I lost my job and couldn’t keep buying supplies after moving […]