Equipping women for healthy homes
This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, visit my disclosure policy. Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix Red cheeks, frozen fingers, and snow covered boots. All are a sign my girls have been enjoying our Iowa winters. When they finally come in from the cold, I almost always hear the same request, “Mom, can you please make hot cocoa?” The…
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This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, visit my disclosure policy. Homemade Marshmallows Did you know that marshmallows have been around for over 2000 years? I had no idea these confectionary delights were so old. As with most things, the delicious candy came from humble beginnings. The marshmallow gets it’s name from the mallow root, a…
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The “What/Why/How Series” was created to give you quick facts on each High Heeled Homemaker Organic Skincare product. What it is, why it is different than other products on the market, and how to use it. What is Baby Balm? A multipurpose balm that can provide relief from diaper rash, eczema, psoriasis, sunburn, scratches, scrapes, burns and bug bites….
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Parabens. This word is everywhere lately! We see it on labels of products. Companies are putting “paraben free” in their marketing. But what are they? And why are companies highlighting the absence of them in their products? Parabens are any compound or group of chemicals used to preserve a product by stopping or slowing the growth of mold…
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Petroleum in skincare. It is one of those buzz words in the skincare industry. No one wants to put the same ingredient on their skin as they put in their car. But what is it, really? And is it safe? I sought out to answer these questions as I started researching the ingredients in our own skincare products. …
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The benefits of salt soaks are vast and impressive. Salts are comprised of naturally occurring minerals and nutrients our bodies need. Unfortunately, many Americans aren’t getting the necessary minerals from our food sources due to soil depletion, dependence on processed foods, and our indoor lifestyles. That is where salt soaks come in. Depending on the salts used, you can find…
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