Lotions, Potions and Soap

About a year ago I started getting really into homeopathic remedies, teas and cosmetics. I have bought nearly a dozen books on these subjects and have started blending my own teas and making my own skin treatments. The whole process is fun, but the best part is seeing the results and knowing that chose exactly what's in the product that I'm using!

My next venture is going to be in making soap. I'm a little nervous using lye, but I'll watch plenty of videos and take a class if I can find one before starting on my own. I've been reading about different techniques to soap making, and I'm really excited to try some pretty swirl patterns and making cupcake bath bombs. This new venture will have to wait until after the wedding (weddings are a money pit, let me tell you, even when you're doing most of it yourself!).

For now, I'm going to start experimenting more with different types of oils to make lotions and facial creams. I have very sensitive, combination skin, so it'll take some more trial and error before I get to a moisturizer that works well for me. I'll post more about my experiments as they happen!

Much love,

Amanda Marie

Images are from www.soapqueen.com