Forget About Bath Bombs With These Fizzing Shower Steamers
Bella Breakdown Bath bombs are great for relaxing in the bath but some prefer to relax with a nice hot shower. Now there’s an option for showers with DIY fizzing shower steamers for some relaxing aromatherapy. To start you’ll need: – 1 cup Baking Soda – 1/3 cup Citric Acid – 1/4 cup Cornstarch – 10 grams Menthol Crystals – Essential Oils (60 drops per batch) – Silicone Molds – Witch Hazel or 91% Alcohol (in a spray bottle) – Mica Powder (optional for color) – Dry Rice (optional for drying stage) These materials are needed for the steamers...
Making An Easy DIY Reed Scent Diffuser
Bella Breakdown Reed diffusers are a cute way to freshen the fragrance of any room in your home that’s easy to match your decor theme. Though they may be a bit pricy to buy in-store, there is a more cost-effective way to make your own DIY reed diffuser that you can match with your decor. The key piece you’ll need for this DIY project is a vase or a bottle, it’s recommended to use one with a narrow neck to slow down the evaporation process and make your essential oils last longer. Try to find something that matches your...
For The Wellness Friend: A Gift Guide For The Person Who Has It All Together
Bella Breakdown From maca powder to matcha lattes, we all have a friend that’s always ahead of the wellness trends. They were jade rolling their faces and taking vitamins A-Z before the rest of us even knew what toner was. Dermarolling, lymph drainage trampolines, juicing…whatever it may be, they have all of the gizmos, gadgets, and grocery items to make up for a wellness routine fit for the queen. Though this person can be difficult to shop for, we’ve rounded up some essential wellness items to make their holiday season filled with self-care. The best part? Everyone needs some...
Shoo Fly! Get Rid Of Pesky Bugs With These Homemade Repellents
Bella Breakdown You may be preparing for some fun summer activities, but one thing that may have slipped you mind are bug repellents. Instead of using chemical repellents found in stores try out these homemade repellents that will keep the mosquitoes away and let you enjoy the outdoors. If you have a few empty mason jars lying around, simply add your favorite essential oils with water. Using oils like peppermint, lavender, eucalyptus or citrus will release a fragrance that will naturally repel mosquitoes. Add about 10 drops of oil to the water in the jar. You’ll then add a...
What Are Essential Oils, Anyways?
Bella Breakdown I love using my diffuser to make my apartment smell AH-mazing. I have all of the essential oils on the market – lavender, lemongrass, grapefruit, frankincense, eucalyptus – you name it, I have it. And I know the basic science behind it all. Certain scents will make me feel a certain way. For example, if I put lavender in my diffuser, it helps me feel calm and relaxed. If I put grapefruit in my diffuser, I will feel more energized and awake. But beyond how they make me feel, I didn’t really know where they come from...
