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๐Ÿ’ธ Wellness on a Budget: DIY Lip Balm โ†’ Save Money & Skip Chemicals
๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—ฝ ๐—•๐—ฎ๐—น๐—บ ๐—ง๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ ๐Ÿšซ Many store-bought lip balms promise soft, smooth lips, but they often contain: * ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜€ and ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜‚๐—บ โ€“ synthetic chemicals that can irritate skin * ๐—”๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ณ๐—น๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜€ and colors โ€“ unnecessary additives * ๐—›๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ per use โ€“ typically $3โ€“$5 for a tiny tube โžก๏ธ ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜†: You can make a safe, natural, and nourishing lip balm at home for penniesโ€”without synthetic chemicals or empty packaging. ๐——๐—œ๐—ฌ ๐—ก๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—ฝ ๐—•๐—ฎ๐—น๐—บ ๐ŸŒฟ This simple blend keeps lips soft, hydrated, and healthy: * ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜„๐—ฎ๐˜… = forms a protective barrier on lips * ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—น = deeply moisturizing * ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ ๐—ฏ๐˜‚๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ = softens and nourishes * ๐—˜๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—น๐˜€ (optional) = flavor and soothing properties (peppermint, lavender, or vanilla) ๐——๐—œ๐—ฌ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ ๐Ÿงช Ingredients (per 2 small tins): * 1 tbsp beeswax pellets * 1 tbsp coconut oil * 1 tbsp shea butter * 3โ€“5 drops essential oil (optional) Instructions: * Melt beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter together in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl * Stir in essential oil if desired * Pour mixture into small lip balm tins or tubes * Let cool completely before use โฑ ๐—ง๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—บ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ: 10 minutes ๐—–๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜€ ๐Ÿ’ต * DIY: ~๐—ฆ$0.50 per tin * Commercial lip balm: ๐—ฆ$3โ€“$5 per tube * Cost savings per tin: ~๐—ฆ$2.50โ€“$4.50 * Annual savings if used daily: ~$๐—ฆ50โ€“$90 ๐Ÿ’ฐ Mind-blowing takeaway: You can keep your lips soft all year for a fraction of the cost, with no synthetic chemicals and a product you can fully customize. What flavor or essential oil do you love in your DIY lip balm?
๐Ÿ’ธ Wellness on a Budget: DIY Lip Balm โ†’ Save Money & Skip Chemicals
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Join the Holistic American Health Academy for a Deeper Detox Experience
Ready to take your detox knowledge to the next level? Our upcoming group series dives deeper into mind-body detoxification โ€” exploring energetic cleansing, lymphatic support, and emotional release through movement, herbs, and breathwork. Join the Holistic American Health Academy (HAHA)Since February 2024, weโ€™ve been building something truly special โ€” the Holistic American Health Academy (HAHA). Itโ€™s a warm, heart-centered community on Skool where certified holistic practitioners, including myself, Jaime Boswell, and many others, share insights, education, and authentic conversation about living in harmony with your body. Until recently, HAHA was subscription-only, but now itโ€™s open to everyone. FREE tier: Daily posts, self-care course, product marketplace. Premium tier: Deeper education and practitioner access. Join free for the 30-day window: https://www.skool.com/holisticamerican/about. Earn 40% recurring commissions on referrals โ€“ details inside after joining. Weekly Detox Commitment Each Friday, more free information and resources drop here on detox essentials โ€“ why it combats fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, and bloating; how to spot when your body needs it; and safe protocols for you, your family, and the planet. Follow my profile so you never miss out: https://www.skool.com/@jaime-boswell-2468?g=holisticamerican. Let's detox smarter together.
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The Holistic American Blog: ๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Ozonated Olive Oil: The Oxygen-Infused Balm Transforming Natural Skin Care
Hey Holistic Americans! โœจ Imagine a moisturizer so fresh and potent, you need to keep it in the fridge. Thatโ€™s the power of ozonated olive oil, a centuries-old remedy now supercharged with modern science. This antioxidant-rich balm is crafted by bubbling pure ozone through organic olive oil, saturating it with oxygen for next-level skin therapy. Letโ€™s explore why ozonated olive oil is becoming a must-have for anyone seeking truly natural, effective skin careโ€”and how you can use it for everything from dry skin to blemishes, cuts, and more. What Is Ozonated Olive Oil? Ozonated olive oil is made by infusing high-quality, cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil with medical-grade ozone gas. This process transforms the oil into a thick, unscented balm packed with oxygen, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Why is this special? Ozone (Oโ‚ƒ) is a powerful form of oxygen with unique healing properties The oil becomes a stable, oxygen-rich salve that deeply nourishes and repairs skin No preservatives, fragrances, or synthetic additivesโ€”just pure, organic ingredients The Benefits: Why Skin Therapy Works Ultra Moisturizing Deeply hydrates even the driest, most sensitive skin Locks in moisture without clogging pores Leaves skin soft, supple, and glowing Heals Cuts, Scrapes, and Scars Promotes rapid healing of minor wounds, abrasions, and bug bites Reduces redness, swelling, and risk of infection Supports tissue regeneration and scar fading Clears Complexion & Acne Oxygen-rich formula helps fight bacteria and inflammation Soothes breakouts and calms irritated skin Improves texture, tone, and overall clarity Soothes Itches, Rashes, and Irritation Calms eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis flare-ups Relieves itching and discomfort from bug bites or allergic reactions Safe for all skin types, including sensitive and allergy-prone Pure, Clean, and Unscented No stabilizers, fragrances, or unnecessary additives Vegan, gluten-free, and made from 100% organic ingredients Packaged in premium violet glass to preserve freshness and potency
Self Love . It all starts with you
This quote beautifully reminds us that self-love is the foundation for transformation. When we nurture our mind, body, and spirit with kindness and care, our energy shifts โ€” and everything around us begins to reflect that. True wellness starts from within, and as we honor ourselves, we create space for deeper balance, beauty, and connection in our lives. Here are some simple steps if your just beginning. We are all in our journey and at different stages . Letโ€™s not compare ourselves to each other as we are all unique. Mirror kindness โ€ข Stand in front of a mirror, look into your own eyes, and say one kind sentence to yourself (for example: โ€œYou are doing your best, and that is enoughโ€). โ€ข Do this once a day, even if it feels awkward; over time it softens self-criticism and builds acceptance. 2. Three things I like โ€ข Take a notebook and list three things you like about yourself (qualities, not just looks). โ€ข Repeat this a few times a week to gently retrain your mind to notice your strengths instead of your flaws. 3. Love-letter journaling โ€ข Write a short โ€œlove letterโ€ to yourself, as if you were your own supportive friend. โ€ข Include appreciation, encouragement, and compassion for what youโ€™ve been through and who you are becoming. 4. Mini self-care pause โ€ข Schedule just 5โ€“10 minutes a day for something that feels nourishing: stretching, breathing, tea, a song you love, or sitting in silence. โ€ข Treat this time as non-negotiable, a small daily act of honoring your own worth. 5. Gentle affirmation practice โ€ข Choose one simple affirmation, like โ€œI am learning to love myself,โ€ and repeat it slowly several times in the morning and at night. โ€ข You can also write it on a sticky note where youโ€™ll see it often, letting it replace some of your old critical thoughts.
Self Love . It all starts with you
Cottage Cheese Brownies
These turn out super fudgy with crinkly topsโ€”no cottage cheese taste! Ingredients (for an 8x8 pan, about 9-12 brownies): โ€ข 1 cup full-fat or 4% cottage cheese (blends creamier and boosts protein) โ€ข 1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter) โ€ข 1/2 cup sugar or sweetener (like maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar or sugar-free alternative) โ€ข 1/3-1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed for richer flavor) Optional add-ins: Chocolate chips for extra gooeyness, chopped nuts like almonds. Instructions: โ€ข Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper. โ€ข Blend cottage cheese until smooth (no curds left). โ€ข Mix in almond butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until combined. โ€ข Fold in chocolate chips if using. โ€ข Spread into pan and bake 20-25 minutes (center should be slightly gooey). โ€ข Cool completely (chill for best fudginess), then slice.
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