Schmidt’s Deodorant is a natural, cream-based deodorant that is available in five scent varieties: Cedarwood+Juniper, Ylang-Ylang+Calendula, Bergamot+Lime, Lavender+Sage, and Fragrance-Free. I switched to natural deodorant about two years ago when I first became aware of the dangers posed by parabens and other such chemicals that are typically added to preserve the shelf-life of beauty and hygiene […]
Product Review: Beurre Shea Butter Skincare Products
I recently had the opportunity to sample a number of shea butter based skincare products from Beurre. In short, I loved them! Read on to find out more about each one. Essentiel This is Beurre’s line of shea butter body creams. It comes in a variety of fragrances: Vanilla, Lavender, Sage, Lemongrass, and Unscented. I […]
Beauty Uses for Coconut Oil
By now you may already be familiar with the wonders of coconut oil as a base for stir fries, sauteing, and baking. But did you know that it also has many uses as a natural beauty product? First and foremost, coconut oil is an excellent moisturizer that can be used on both the face and […]
The Perfect Football Party Pie
With NFL playoff season in full swing, lots of us are making plans to get together with friends to watch the Puppy Bowl Big Game. While the menu at gatherings like this typically consists of pizza, wings, and jalapeno poppers, vegans need not miss out on all the fun! Why not bring along a fun, […]
Holiday Candy Cups
It’s the holidays, and the Internet and blogosphere are bursting at the seams with cute holiday recipes, entertaining and food presentation ideas, and affordable, DIY gift ideas! Just when you thought you couldn’t handle any more, today I’m combining all of them in one little recipe that is perfect for serving at or bringing to […]