From Astar on the Good Morning Show. Natural Toothpaste 2 tsp aloe vera (a mild antiseptic) 2 tsp baking soda (a mild abrasive and deodorizer) 1 tsp organic cinnamon powder or pure vanilla essence You may need to add a drop or two of water to make consistency you require. Store in plastic screw top […]
How much toothpaste do we need? TV advertisements show us to cover the whole toothbrush. Why not try and use a little less each day and find out how little we actually need!
When you think you have got all the toothpaste or hand cream out of a plastic container, cut off the bottom of the container & you will be surprised how much paste or hand cream is left which can be used.
When Toothpaste tube is empty, cut open the end and sides. Wrap in Cling wrap and you have enough for a week. Also good for hand creams etc.
When a toothpaste tube becomes empty, cut open one end and keep closed with two clothes pegs. There could be enough left inside for a whole week.
I buy a four pack of soap (only on special), then remove wrappers put in hot water cupboard. This makes them hard and last much longer.
Recycled Soap Slivers. Collect all leftover soap slivers and grate them on the grater. Any colour is fine. Put them in a bowl, added a little water, and mash them all together. Form a whole new bar with the shavings and let them dry a few days before using them again. Saves heaps. I make […]
A great way to save money and avoid Sodium Laureth Sulfate (for the health conscious!) is to make your own hand soap and dish washing liquid. This is extremely easy! Take one bar of scented soap (or plain if you prefer), grate to a powder on your kitchen grater / lemon zester, and add 4 […]
As well as unwrapping my bars of soap on arrival home from the supermarket, I cut each bar in half.
When your soap is too small to use don’t throw it out. Save it in a dish and when you have what you think is enough finely cut up the pieces. Place the prices into an old saucepan and add water. Boil it up and stir it about then pour into blocks and let it […]