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I’ve come down with a pretty icky stomach thing that’s had me in bed playing Animal Crossing on my new 3DS all weekend, which is why I haven’t had a chance to look at and respond to email and comments this weekend. I’ll do my best over the next few days to catch up with...
I thought this article on fruit oils and SPF was an interesting read. They won’t let me quote sections, so I took a picture of the warning. Please don’t think that using fruit oils can work as an effective sunscreen! There’s an interesting article about claims at Cosmetics Design and the difference between cosmetic and...
I can’t believe how many things I’m seeing on things like SnapGuide or Instructables or in my favourite forum about making sunscreens. All I can say is please don’t. There is no guarantee that these products work, and you’re risking short and long term damage for yourself and the people you love. I know we...
I love the way my hair looks after a day at the beach, all wild and untamed and not frizzy (for some strange reason!), but please note that these salt sprays increase the friction between your hair strands, which can lead to irreversible damage! The salt coats your hair, which makes the strands rub against...
I’m so excited that Voyageur Soap & Candle is carrying my e-books to help me raise money for our Rated T for Teen youth programs held at the Chilliwack and Yarrow libraries! As you may or may not know, every penny raised from these e-books that you get from me, Lotioncrafter, or Voyageur Soap &...