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10 Easy Steps to Get Started on Organic Gardening

Posted on24. Feb, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

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Currently, organic gardening and farming are getting a lot of public attention and many people “go organic” to avoid chemicals contained in conventional food products.
So, what is Organic Gardening?
In a few words, organic gardening means that no chemicals, synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are used in farming or gardening. Instead, they are replaced with organic fertilizers [...]

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Non-Toxic Cleaning Recipes

Posted on09. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

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All-purpose cleaner and disinfectant
Just as effective as popular antibacterial cleansers, this formula is perfect for kitchen and bathroom surfaces.

2 cups hot water
¼ cup white vinegar
½ teaspoon washing soda (similar to, but more caustic than, baking soda)
15 drops tea tree essential oil
15 drops lavender essential oil
Combine all ingredients in a reusable spray bottle and shake well. To use, spray [...]

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Nontoxic Cleaning Kit

Posted on05. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

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You can clean your house from top to bottom with just eight simple ingredients. To save time and money, buy the ingredients in bulk and make cleaners in advance.
Baking Soda
A truly multitasking cleaner, baking soda is a perfect substitute for cleaning powders that scour sinks and tubs without scratching. It’s also great for wiping down [...]

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Skin Care Products – What Are They Made Out Of?

Posted on30. Oct, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

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It would be silly to ask if you would like to have a beautiful, flawless, and radiant skin. Of course you do! And we go to extra lengths to get it: we bake in tanning booths, add glazing, shimmering, and tanning lotions; we scrub our assets with sea salt, and self massage them with virgin olive [...]