Castile soap originated in the Castile region in Spain. It was originally an all olive oil only soap. It has morphed through the years to be a vegetable & nut oil based soap. Our Lavender Castile Soap is made with our Lavender Hydrosol. It has a slight, natural lavender scent. The castile paste ingredients are […]
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22 Lavender Hydrosol Secret Uses
Hydrosols are the co-product of essential oils in the steam distillation process. When a botanical, such as lavender, is steam distilled to produce essential oil, it also produces a water called “Hydrosol.” Hydrosols posess the same therapeutic properties as it’s counter part, essential oils, but are more gentle and less volitile than their co-product essential oil. You do not need to dilute hydrosol for topical application the same way you would with essential oils. They are also known as “floral waters” or “hydrolats.”
3 Hacks, 4 Myths Busted & Comprehensive Guide for Successfully Germinating Lavender from Seed in 7 Days
Is It Impossible to Grow Lavender from Seed? Nope! It is difficult, however not impossible. The reason why lavender is deemed difficult to grow from seed is because it is just “different” to grow from seed than “regular” seeds. People give up too easy. I have spent 4 years seed germinating lavender. My Credentials: I […]
DIY Lavender Infused Vinegar for Cleaning
Lavender Vinegar Cleaning Recipe Dilutions Make a surface based cleaner in a spray bottle with 1 part lavender infused vinegar and 3 parts lavender hydrosol or distilled water: As a Natural Fabric Softener: Add 1-2 ounces directly to your laundry rinse water. Do not add to your fabric softener dispenser, your rinse water will naturally […]
How to Make Your Own DIY Lavender Laundry Detergent
Scroll past the lavender detergent recipe to find out where you can buy all items needed and make this fabulous laundry detergent for just PENNIES on the dollar. There are also tips on how to maximize your laundry experience and forget about all of the toxic and expensive laundry items. This laundry detergent will NOT […]