Make A Natural Shampoo That Is Perfect For You
June 20, 2008
Making your own salon quality shampoo is fun, easy, and in the long run, it will save a lot of money.
If you have been paying attention to what you’re spending when you buy expensive salon shampoos, you’re probably less than thrilled.
Have you ever thought of how much money you spend on shampoo a year? Add it up, and watch the numbers rise.
When you decide to make your shampoo at home you can eliminate the preservatives and unnecessary ingredients found in store-bought shampoos, and you can create a customized product that works perfectly for your family - for far less that you are paying now.
Prepare yourself for a treat because it only takes about 20 minutes to whip up a batch!
Top Ten Fun Summer Fruit Activities
June 19, 2008
Summertime means plenty of opportunities for fun. But little hands and minds need something to occupy all that free time. Why not experience the sweet, fresh fruit of summer with everyday food activities you can do with your children? It’s an easy way to pass the time and doesn’t cost extra.
1. Go berry picking. If you don’t have a backyard garden, look up a local U-Pick farm for a berry-picking adventure. Start now. Strawberries are in season first, then blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.
Eating Thrifty and Healthy – Five Ways to Make it Happen
June 18, 2008
Food prices are soaring and healthy foods are often premium priced.
We’re supposed to feed our families fruits, vegetables and high quality ingredients, but when it comes down to the price, high calorie and highly processed foods seem to beat out the wholesome ingredients every time. What’s a family to do?
Here are five simple tips to help you eat healthy without going over your budget:
Nitrates in Lunch Meat Linked to Cancer
May 14, 2008
What are Nitrates?
Salts like Sodium Nitrate can be found in processed meats (like lunch meat, bacon, sausage, pepperoni, etc.) and some other pre-packaged foods.
What are they doing in your food?
Meat has been preserved with salt for centuries. When scientists first began preserving meat with sodium nitrate they found that it reacted beautifully with the meat [...]
51 Paraben Free Bath and Body Products
May 13, 2008
All of the following products are made without the use of parabens. Please keep in mind that “Paraben-Free” is a claim made by the individual companies, not by Thrifty Mamas. Please be sure to always read the labels carefully. All prices were current at the time of publication, but they may vary.
Paraben Free Baby Products:
- Burt’s Bees - Baby Bee Bubble Bath $9.00
- Burt’s Bees - Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash $9.00
- Burt’s Bees - Baby Bee Dusting Powder $6.00
- Aura Cacia - Aromatherapy Calming Foam Bath for Kids
$2.11
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