Rose water is used in cosmetics for its lovely scent, but also because it has light astringent properties. As the gentlest of all astringents, rose water is often used as toner for fair and dry sk…
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The ancient Chinese method of Feng Shui helps us to balance our homes and create happier, more successful lives, room by room. At this time of year, with days growing shorter and nights getting…
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Whether we’re a vibrant Orange, or a peaceful Blue, our color preferences are a key to understanding our personalities. Find out what this color expert has to say about your favorite color. What doe…
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Oh, Epsom salt—who knew that such an uninspiring ingredient could inspire such devotion? Epsom salts have amazing health benefits--here are 13 ways to use Epsom salts, including a relaxing bath, a…
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Sparkling clean silver is a delight on any table. Even better is knowing you didn't use any harsh, toxic chemicals to get it that way. The secrets of silver cleaning using household basics may surp…
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Have you ever wanted to get the smell of perfume out of something and not been able to get rid of it? Cat pee? The new smell in a car? I’ve figured out how to remove most odors using kitchen cupboa…
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The summer solstice (June 21), marks the zenith of the sun, the longest day of the year, when the sun's power is at its peak. The moment of peak power is very, very brief. Our ancestors built huge bon…
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The pollen season always brings discomfort to so many of us. But there are herbs that have been tested and shown to alleviate the congestion, sniffling, and sneezing of hay fever, so you can enjoy the…
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This sweet and spicy quick bread would make a great St. Patrick's Day breakfast, or a heartening snack served with a cup of coffee or Irish tea. The magic ingredient is Guinness stout, a dark Irish b…
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This luscious chocolate pie is guaranteed to add some sweet heat to a romantic meal. Of its six ingredients, four of them are thought to be aphrodisiacal: Chocolate, almonds, ginger and chile. Powers …
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