Chapped, dry lips are a common problem, especially during the cold winter months. Many store-bought lip balms contain chemicals and preservatives that some find irritating. Luckily, it's easy to make your own natural, moisturizing lip balm at home using just a few simple ingredients. The main ingredient is coconut oil, which helps provide lasting moisture and has natural antimicrobial properties. Coconut oil combined with beeswax makes a simple yet effective lip balm that you can customize ... Read More about Homemade lip balm with coconut oil recipe
10 Practical tips on how to make your candles to last longer
My tried and trusted 10 practical tips on how to make candles last longer, including keeping the wick straight, freezing candles, adding salt and choosing the right place to light your candles. Remember the gorgeous aroma of the beautifully scented candle? What better way to create that special atmosphere than by lighting a fragranced candle? So whether it’s a cosy night in by the fire, a long bubble bath or a romantic candlelit dinner for two, here are my tried and trusted 10 tips on how ... Read More about 10 Practical tips on how to make your candles to last longer
Beeswax & Coconut Oil Candle Recipe – Easy DIY Project
I've always enjoyed experimenting and making my homemade versions of candles. I originally started with simply rolled beeswax candles, but later on, tried poured wax candles. Today, I'm going back to using beeswax to create these pretty candles. In this post, I'll share a simple beeswax and coconut oil candle recipe that anyone can make! Beeswax candles have a lovely natural honey scent and burn cleaner than paraffin candles. The addition of coconut oil helps harden the beeswax so the ... Read More about Beeswax & Coconut Oil Candle Recipe – Easy DIY Project
My Favourite 13 Thrifty Living Blogs in the UK (2024)
My favourite list of 13 best thrifty living blogs in the UK and Great Britain for 2024 with money saving advice, thrifty living, frugal way of life and budget friendly recipes. Whilst I love writing my blog posts for Practical Frugality I also love reading other blogs for inspiration and to see other people’s perspectives on thriftiness and frugality. In this list of 13 thrifty living blogs I wanted to specifically focus on the UK and Great Britain, because when you talk money, saving and ... Read More about My Favourite 13 Thrifty Living Blogs in the UK (2024)
When Saving Turns Into Spending: False Economies In The Home And How To Avoid Them
It’s all too easy to spend a fortune on your home, hence why most of us try to make savings where we can. But, there is such a thing as a false economy and never is that more evident than with our homes. Whether you’re cutting costs on improvements, interiors, or furnishings, going too far could see your savings turning into pretty major spending down the line. In this article, we’ll help you to avoid that by considering the false home economies that could end up costing you along the way, ... Read More about When Saving Turns Into Spending: False Economies In The Home And How To Avoid Them
Why Fire Safety Must Be A Hot Topic For Your Business
If you want to run a successful business, workplace safety simply must be a consideration. Failing to take into account the various hazards that can affect your property and employees can end up costing you dearly. One of the most potentially disastrous risks of all is, of course, fire. Here, we’re going to look at what you should be doing to identify and mitigate the risks of fire in your workplace for the good of everyone in it. Understanding fire risk in your office To be able to ... Read More about Why Fire Safety Must Be A Hot Topic For Your Business