Today I'm going to tell you how to stop buying all your products Daily.
But when I say "don't buy anymore", I don't mean to do without it permanently.
The idea is rather to Make them yourself! Why will you tell me?
Well from my own experience, I can tell you that it only brings benefits.
It already saves me hundreds of euros a year .
Then, it allows me to live much healthier since I no longer buy industrial products.
And finally, I'm getting closer to a zero waste life by eliminating a bunch of unnecessary plastic packaging.
Who says better ? Want to know how I do?
Discover 27 things to make yourself and stop buying:
Commercial deodorants are not healthy at all .
To stop or limit sweat, they are loaded with aluminum chloride.
This substance, absorbed by our body, is obviously not good for our health.
So stop using them right away!
Especially if you smell very little sweat, there is no point in buying industrial deodorants.
Instead, do like me and make a natural deodorant.
The preparation takes only 5 min and costs only a few cents!
Click here to find the recipe or this one to make your deodorant stick.
Doing mouthwashes is a very good thing.
This prevents cavities and keeps breath fresh .
Except that the products sold in stores are quite dubious...
How and by what to replace them?
Discover the recipe here.
You see, it's super simple to do.
For a few euro cents you have a natural mouthwash.
And since we're nice, we give you another tip here.
Did you know that toothpastes contain lots of controversial substances?
There is, for example, fluoride, microplastic particles or even sodium lauryl sulphate.
These substances are considered to be allergenic and irritating to the skin.
So, knowing this, why continue to use conventional toothpaste?!
Probably because you don't know how else to do it...
So I'm going to save you the day by offering you 2 natural recipes.
There's this one with green clay, baking soda and cloves.
Or this one with sage powder, anise and wood ash.
Now you know how to brush your teeth naturally!
I don't want to scare you, but industrial shampoos are bad for your health.
They contain silicone, dyes and additives of all kinds...
But good news, natural alternatives exist.
These alternatives, much less expensive, also adapt to any type of hair.
For example, you can wash your hair with a coconut milk recipe.
This formula is ideal for dry, damaged or curly hair.
There is also the chestnut shampoo.
We don't necessarily know it, but this fruit contains saponin.
And saponin is also in soap!
This shampoo revitalizes and cleanses the scalp.
In addition, it is almost free since the chestnuts are picked up in the wild.
Another possibility is to use a rhassoul-based shampoo (point N°3).
You do not know this substance?
It is a kind of clay, particularly used in hammams.
Rhassoul is especially useful for hair that gets greasy too quickly.
Finally, you obviously can't miss the all-purpose product.
Baking soda is also a way to make a good shampoo.
Not only does it wash the hair perfectly, but it also stimulates its growth.
Find out here how to wash your hair with baking soda.
Last thing.
If you're not a fan of daily shampoos, I also have a solution.
Know that between 2 washes, you can keep your hair clean very easily.
This requires using a dry shampoo recipe.
A piece of advice I give you.
Get rid of the conditioners you have at home right away.
Why?
Because they are full of chemicals!
Fortunately, we have better to offer you with much cheaper natural products that your hair will love.
You want to restore vigor and embellish your beautiful mane ?
Nothing better than using this cider vinegar recipe!
The coconut oil mask also does the job perfectly.
Want even more?
Take a look at all the rejuvenating benefits castor oil has to offer.
Finally, another very unusual tip (and above all free) .
Use... coffee grounds! Yes Yes; you read that right.
Coffee grounds make hair strong and shiny.
So before you throw away your leftover coffee, think about it.
Little question. Do you feel like rubbing your lips with petroleum?
We agree, it does not make you want too much!
Yet that is surely what you are doing. Because most balms contain mineral oils .
In other words, they are made from petroleum, coal, etc.
But here again, natural alternatives exist.
I recommend these 7 natural recipes to make your own lip balm.
It's even more efficient and much more economical.
A good bath has to be done with a bath bomb.
But just by the smell and the color, you can see that most of these products are 100% chemical !
Another problem,they are very expensive...
But rest assured.
You can continue to relax at a lower cost naturally.
Make your own bath bombs with this homemade recipe.
This recipe is easy and economical compared to products found at Lush.
They soothe and obviously smell very good.
You can also make effervescent bath pebbles.
They are very easy to make, not harmful and terribly relaxing.
You see; you don't have to go broke to relax in your bath!
You may be wondering what a "peeling" is.
It's a kind of scrub that removes dead skin and impurities face.
The problem is that the products used contain more plastic than their packaging!
And that is very bad for your skin and for the planet.
Once the peeling is finished, microparticles of plastic come off.
They leave in the sewage and pollute the seas.
By doing a natural peeling , so you help save the environment.
Several recipes are applicable.
For example, you can use coffee grounds.
But also different types of salt or even coconut oil.
The wipes are very practical for cleaning baby's hands or bottom.
This is particularly convenient when there is no water nearby.
Except that they are full of chemical ingredients !
Plus, you only use them once. Bad for the wallet and a disaster for the planet...
Knowing that, don't tell me you're going to buy some more?!
Especially since in reality, they are very easy to make.
Click here to find out how to make them naturally and cheaply.
To discipline your hair, no need to use industrial gel or straightening irons!
Some are harmful, others burn the hair.
There are very effective natural alternatives and above all much cheaper .
There is for example this method of homemade styling gel.
Or a recipe based on egg and honey to straighten hair.
And you can even use beer to add volume.
These recipes may sound amazing, but they do work!
Please stop putting synthetic products on your skin!
They come from mineral oils (petroleum, coal, etc.) and can even create hormonal imbalances.
Instead, use natural products that are, for the most part, edible products.
It is also effective and above all much better for the skin .
No really, I'm telling you, do your skin a favor!
Use these remedies, for example, to stop having dry or damaged hands.
Or this recipe for an ultra-nourishing day cream.
And finally this remedy to properly hydrate your skin.
You see, no need for super expensive creams sold on the market.
I'll tell you a secret.
I haven't used commercial detergents for a very, very long time.
Because you know what?
I find all the ingredients needed to make them around me.
Yes, yes, around me; in nature.
For example, thanks to chestnuts or ivy, I make my own laundry.
Amazing, right? But it's not over.
By using wood ash, I make a super effective and above all free detergent.
Finally, for the happy owners of a thermomix, you can also follow this method.
Now you know how to do without commercial detergents!
The good smell of fabric softeners almost makes us forget how polluting they are.
They are indeed made with lots of chemicals.
Products which of course flow into our rivers and which we then drink from the tap.
Not to mention the millions of plastic packaging that end up in nature every year...
Do not fall into the trap of big brands. It's just marketing.
Make your own fabric softener very quickly for much less.
Click here to discover the natural alternative your laundry will love.
Personally, I couldn't see myself making dishwasher tablets myself.
To be honest, I didn't even think about it.
Except that in reality, there is nothing simpler!
In addition, it is super effective; my dishes really come out clean .
Not convinced ? Head here to find out how.
As with homemade laundry detergent, it is obviously very economical .
Buying rinse aid for your dishwasher?
If you want impeccable dishes that shine with a thousand lights , no need to buy any more!
Know that white vinegar does the job perfectly!
With it, no more problem of white marks on your glasses.
You save money and your dishes are nickel.
A laundry that does not smell very good, it is not terrible to wear.
And to get rid of the bad smell, I've been using Febreze-type air fresheners so far.
But by doing that, it's as if I sucked in no less than 15 toxic substances!
So I took myself in hand and I invite you to do the same.
Click here for the natural Febreze spray recipe that will literally cost you 100 times less.
You can use it for your home interior and on fabrics.
When we think of multi-purpose cleaner, we necessarily think of the big brands.
Anyway, that's how I thought before I knew about natural alternatives.
Because yes, there are alternative ways to do without these very expensive products!
To make your multi-purpose cleaner , simply use this homemade recipe based on vinegar and baking soda.
Or this lemon-based recipe.
You see, no need to buy expensive and chemical products.
There is also this DIY recipe that I love!
For stubborn dirt, you have to use stronger products.
So we go to the store to get BANG or other type products.
The problem is that they are very aggressive for you and also for nature.
However, an ecological alternative very simple exists.
Just make your super powerful scouring cream with just a few ingredients.
It's super effective for deep cleaning everything at home.
Glass cleaners are the most useless products ever!
You want me to tell you.
A little water, white vinegar and a few other ingredients.
That's all it takes to make a streak-free homemade cleaner.
You do not believe me ? Look there to convince yourself.
And if your windows are really dirty, try this 100% natural method. and ultra strong.
I don't know about you, but I love lighting candles in my house.
It gives a nice and warm atmosphere.
But did you know that candles are mainly made of paraffin?
In other words, they are made from petroleum... Not very healthy at all.
Especially since in addition we like to breathe their scents.
Natural candles exist, but they are still quite expensive.
So I'm going to tell you how to make your candles naturally without breaking the bank.
I personally use this soy wax method.
This is perfect for obtaining a natural candle with well-scented scents.
I also recently used this beeswax recipe.
And finally, since I'm nice, I'll also give you a useful little tip.
Don't worry about scratching candle wax off your glasses.
Use this method instead to make your life easier and remove it easily.
Kids love to shape and design with their hands!
Hardly any other toy inspires the imagination so much as modeling clay.
Except that I learned that the one bought in the store was not very healthy...
It is full of additives, stabilizers and contains plasticizers.
When we know that our children like to put everything in their mouths...
That's not very reassuring!
Fortunately, you can make modeling clay yourself very easily.
And best of all, this homemade modeling clay can even be edible !
Want to know the recipe? Click here to find out.
Not only do they have their modeling clay, but they also have fun making it.
If you want to do without solvent-based adhesives, there are natural recipes.
Craft (and edible!) glue is super easy to make.
And that's good news, especially for our children.
Because obviously they often put their hands full of glue in their mouths.
So a real glue for children must be non-toxic and without chemical additives.
So use this recipe to make a 100% natural glue.
Conventional gardening products very often contain harmful substances.
It is therefore out of the question for me to use them!
They are bad for your health and suspected of causing cancer (glyphosate...).
When I eat my fruits and vegetables, I don't want to think that they are toxic!
And I imagine it's the same for you, isn't it?
So take a good look at the following.
1st thing to do to have a healthy vegetable garden is to put natural fertilizers.
Want to know how? Find 7 different methods here.
Another trick that will certainly surprise you is to use cooking water.
It's perfect for fertilizing your plants and what's more, it's free!
Did you know you can even use magnesium chloride?
Speaking of plants, if you have a few sick ones, apply this trick.
And if they are invaded by aphids, no problem.
Don't buy a chemical and apply this homemade spray instead.
You see, it is totally unnecessary to resort to chemicals.
Nature offers us plenty of equally effective alternatives.
A small stock cube to give flavor is extra.
But do not buy those sold in stores!
Because according to some studies, they contain less than 5% vegetables.
And above all, manufacturers do not hesitate to put lots of artificial additives in it.
Not to mention the flavor enhancers...
In short, you will understand, it is better to make this type of product yourself.
Not sure how to go about it?
I use these 4 simple recipes to make my delicious homemade cubes .
Kids, how about we make a cake?!
Of course, everyone is always up for this kind of recipe.
But when it's time to put the ingredients together, no more baking powder in the cupboard!
Before abandoning the project and disappointing everyone, I offer you an alternative.
Just replace the yeast with baking soda !
It was my grandmother who told me. And when it comes to cake, you can trust him.
You just need to put the right amount to keep a good taste.
Tea is one of the most drunk beverages in the world.
It's true that it tastes good and that it is good for your health .
But I'm going to entrust you with something.
80% of world production is controlled by just a few companies.
Unscrupulous, they offer us poor quality finished products.
Especially when it comes to tea bags, which by the way are more and more expensive.
But you don't have to go through this.
You can easily make your own teas and herbal teas for free.
And once again, nature is our first supplier!
Find here no less than 26 plants to replace your Lipton or Elephant boxes.
If there's one thing you can't fault Nutella for, it's its quite pleasant taste.
For the rest, this product is neither healthy for health nor for the planet.
It's full of sugar and it's made with palm oil.
Knowing this, I prefer to make my own chocolate spread myself.
There are only advantages to doing this!
Ingredients and proportions can vary freely.
This gives a healthier, tastier and more personalized dough (I use less sugar).
So to keep the pleasure of eating a good spread, you no longer need to buy it.
Click here to find out how to make it yourself or what to replace it with.
