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DIY Sage Deodorant

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Body Care, Domesticus, How-to
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...e using. Note: Extreme DIY folk might note that they can tincture fragrant herbs in alcohol, and then use that infused alcohol as a deodorant in the same way, skipping the expensive essential oils. This is true. The only caveat is that the herbs darken the alcohol, and I’m not entirely sure the resulting tincture wouldn’t stain clothing–or maybe even skin? Sage infusions are especially dark. I once tried a homemade sage-infused oil that was suppos...

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Non-Toxic Cleaning for the Home

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Cleaning, Domesticus, Miscellaneous, Tidying up
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...spices on the stove—or more safely, in a Crock Pot. Burn incense and dried herbs. California is home to native aromatic sages and cedars which are envied the world over. Grow your own smudge sticks! If you really want to spray something around, mix vodka with a few drops of your choice of essential oil in a glass spray bottle. Shake every time you use it. Window Cleaner Homemade glass cleaner: 1/4 cup rubbing alcohol, 1/4 cup vinegar, 1 Tablespoon...

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