Lotion Versus Butter: What's the difference (and which should you use)?- Scratch Mommy

Differences between body butters and body lotions (and which you should choose)

Ever wondered what the difference is between body butter and body lotion? Maybe you’re not sure which one to reach for with your skin type. And with so many DIY recipes and products available, which one do you need? Well, you are in the right place! In this informative post we break down the differences between body butters and body lotions, and help …

Are lip balms safe- Learn about ingredients you do and don't want to use on your delicate lips. - Scratch Mommy

Are Lip Balms Safe?

For as long as I can remember I have been a lip balm addict. It all started in junior high when an older boy I liked was really into mint chapstick. I bought the same one hoping he’d notice and decide it meant we were supposed to be together. He never did notice me –or that chapstick — but it …

DIY, All-Natural, Extra Hold Beard Balm Recipe (tame the mane!) - Scratch Mommy

DIY All-Natural, Extra Hold Beard Balm

Lumber sexual. Beard appeal. According to Pinterest: a passport to awesome. Chances are probably higher than ever that you have someone close to you that is rocking a beard. And if you are close enough to this person, perhaps you’ve learned just how much work a good beard can be. I know I have! My husband loves his beard – a …

DIY Nourishing Salve for Aging Skin - Scratch Mommy

DIY Nourishing Salve for Aging Skin

One of my favorite songs, “Laughter Lines” by Bastille, was released when I was just shy of turning 40. I don’t normally take life-changing wisdom from rock bands, but these lovely lyrics really spoke to me, “I’ll see you in the future when we’re older And we are full of stories to be told Cross my heart and hope to …

DIY Face Serum for Aging Skin featured on Scratch Mommy

DIY Face Serum for Aging Skin

When I was young I didn’t give a second thought to taking care of my skin. Because of too many hours in the sun and harsh acne treatments, my skin has paid the price. If I only knew then what I know now. But because I can’t go back to my twenties, I try to make better choices these days. …

DIY Lemon Balm Lip Cream

DIY Lemon Balm Lip Cream (Relieves My Cold Sores)

Lemon balm is one of those herbs that once planted tends to become almost invasive in the garden. Thankfully, it’s tasty for numerous culinary purposes and full of medicinal benefits for the home apothecary as well. One of the benefits being studied by modern medical circles is that of lemon balm’s healing effects on cold sores. If you happen to …

DIY Bug Block Bar - Avoid pesky summer bugs without nasty chemicals

DIY Moisturizing Bug Block Bar

When I step outside in the summer, you would think I had a sign on my back that reads, “all you can eat buffet.” Mosquitos love me, but I can’t say the feeling is mutual. Even when other people I was with weren’t bothered by them, they’d just swarm on over to me. To avoid being a late night snack …

Dandelions are versatile medicinal plants packed with vitamins and nourishment. This DIY dandelion lip balm is no exception; it's healing, nourishing and easy to make!

DIY Dandelion Lip Balm

While some people pull them out, douse them in pesticides, or mow them over, I collect dandelions as soon as they start appearing in the early spring. I’ve even gone so far as to gather them from nieghbor’s lawns (after I’ve made sure they don’t use chemical pesticides, of course), and I hope after you’ve read this, you’ll treat them with …

Balms & salves. Ointments & unguents. Why are there so many words that seem to mean exactly the same thing? Get the low down on balms vs. salves so you can start making your own healing skincare products!

Balms vs. Salves: Is There Really A Difference?

Balms and salves. Ointments and unguents. Why are there so many words that seem to mean exactly the same thing? Is there really a difference between a balm and a salve? It is certainly a confusing subject! I have recently spent a great deal of time researching, reading other blogs, and even talking to an herbalist friend of mine to …

This DIY healing boo-boo balm is simple and easy to make. On a tight budget? There's a frugal recipe option so you can still enjoy a homemade non-toxic balm.

DIY Healing Boo-Boo Balm with Frugal Recipe Option

While many people see the new year as a fresh start, until this year it was always the end of summer for me. A new year, heading back to school, meant that I could cast aside the bad habits of summer and get back to basics and new habits. Over two years ago, these new habits included significantly reducing my …