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Image Credit: Mesut çiçen via Unsplash Series Introduction In a world that often feels overstimulated and overcomplicated, the pursuit of calm is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Beginning on the 4th October, this six-part series explores how design can be a powerful tool for cultivating calm—not just in our homes and cities, but in… Read More designing for calm: a sensory approach to sustainable living
Making your own sustainable toothpaste reduces environmental waste and avoids harmful chemicals. This guide offers a simple recipe using natural ingredients like baking soda and coconut oil, along with tips for sustainable oral care. Homemade toothpaste supports oral health while allowing customisation, though caution is advised regarding abrasiveness and safety for pets.… Read More How to Make Your Own Sustainable Toothpaste
Making your own gel laundry detergent is simple, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. This guide provides easy steps using natural ingredients like soap and washing soda. Benefits include cleaning efficiency, gentleness on sensitive skin, and reduction of plastic waste. Homemade detergent is effective, inexpensive, and safe for the family.… Read More How to Make Your Own Gel Laundry Detergent at Home-Part of The Soft Source For Living Series
This content outlines how to create a sustainable glass cleaner using simple ingredients like distilled water, white vinegar, and optional rubbing alcohol. It details the preparation process, shelf life, usage tips, and offers alternative ingredients for those who dislike vinegar. The DIY cleaner is cost-effective, customisable, and sustainable.… Read More DIY Sustainable Glass Cleaner-Part of The Soft Source For Living Series
Blushers enhance complexion but often come in wasteful packaging and contain synthetic ingredients. Making your own sustainable blusher allows customisation, uses skin-friendly ingredients, and reduces environmental impact. It’s cost-effective and rewarding, providing control over the product while supporting sustainable practices. Simple natural ingredients can help create unique shades.… Read More How to Make Your Own Sustainable Blusher-part of the soft source for living series
Eco-conscious living has led to the popularity of DIY wool dryer balls, which are reusable, sustainable alternatives to dryer sheets. Made from 100% wool, they enhance laundry by reducing drying time, static, and wrinkles, while providing customisation with essential oils. Crafting these balls is simple, cost-effective, and environmentally beneficial.… Read More HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN SUSTAINABLE WOOL DRYER BALLS (USING ESSENTIAL OILS)-PART OF THE SOFT SOURCE FOR LIVING SERIES
Making your own shampoo with natural ingredients is an sustainable choice that promotes healthy hair and scalp. DIY shampoos avoid harsh chemicals, reduce plastic waste, and can be customised for various hair types. Key ingredients include castile soap, aloe vera, and essential oils, providing gentle cleansing and nourishment.… Read More DIY Sustainable Shampoo-part of the soft source for living series
Making organic foaming hand soap at home is simple, sustainable, and economical. Key ingredients include distilled water, liquid castile soap, vegetable glycerin, essential oils, and preservatives. Procedures involve mixing these components and using a foaming dispenser. Ingredients can be found at supermarkets and health stores, promoting sustainable practices.… Read More How to Make Organic Foaming Hand Soap
Antibiotics have long been essential to modern medicine, but the widespread overuse of synthetic options has raised serious concerns about antibiotic resistance and unwanted side effects. Natural antibiotics—sourced from plants and other natural materials—offers a gentler, and an effective alternative for supporting the immune system and managing mild infections. This guide will show you how… Read More How to Make Your Own Natural Antibiotic: A DIY Guide to Herbal Remedies
Colloidal oatmeal is finely ground oats that are processed to make them easy to dissolve in water. Unlike regular oatmeal, colloidal oatmeal retains the beneficial compounds of oats, such as beta-glucans, avenanthramides, and lipids, which provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and moisturising benefits. When added to water or skincare products, colloidal oatmeal forms a protective barrier on… Read More What is Colloidal Oatmeal?
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