Friday's Favorites

Another week, another dollar. Oh wait, I like being frugal. I also like being "green." Since being "green" can be so expensive, what is a girl to do? Accept free stuff and bargain hunt!

So, this week, my favorite product is this:

Nature's Gate Lotion. I found this originally at a health food store in Tennessee. It was $10. However, it lasted from April to November - pretty dang good for an 18 ounce bottle! The lotion is thick, so you don't need to use a lot. I love this stuff! I like to cut corners, but I'm so glad I didn't cut corners when it came to choosing this product. I use it daily and my skin feel delicious all day - even in this Florida humidity and wind.

I love it even more now that I found it for $5 at our Commissary. (I may have freaked some other customers out with my enthusiasm on the Health & Beauty aisle.) Sorry, civilians, I doubt you'll find it that cheap where you live. However, it is a great investment because it has none of the icky stuff or harsh chemicals or ingredients you can't pronounce. Everything is plant derived and free of extra additives. Plus, the fragrance is almost undetectable, so that you don't walk around the rest of the day smelling like you walked through a chemical spray.

Happy Friday!

Going Green: Homemade Powder Cleaner

Powder cleaner you ask? What would I use that for around my house?

I use it as a Comet-like bathroom scrub. I also sprinkle it on the carpet, let it sit about 15 minutes, and then vacuum it up. This smells great and it is SO EASY to make!!!!

Here's what you'll need:

Baking soda

Essential oil (I used orange because that's all I had)

Container 

I am going to blow your eco-friendly mind by how easy this is! Simply put the baking soda in your container and sprinkle in 15-20 drops of the essential oil. Mix together. Done!

Again, I use this like I would the brand-name Comet in the bathroom or use it to take odors out of the carpet. 

Happy Cleaning!!