At first, I was shocked, then furious – how could these ingredients even be allowed? But soon, frustration turned into action. We were already mindful of what we ate (thank you, Thermomix!), so I figured, how hard could it be to make better choices for what goes on our bodies?

That question led to a deep dive into research, recipe testing, and discovery. Creativity runs in my family, and experimenting with natural alternatives quickly became fun, empowering, and educational. The effort was worth it – we needed fewer products, spent less, and felt more in control.

Encouraged by friends, I started a Facebook page to share what I was learning. It turns out, I wasn’t alone in wanting a simpler, more natural lifestyle – and things grew from there.

When I create DIY recipes today, simplicity is still key. I want people to feel confident making toxin-free swaps that work. It’s taken years of research and trial and error (I once turned my kids blue – true story! 😂), but the results are always rewarding.

What began as a personal mission became something of a community movement. I’m teaching others, and learning from them, that we don’t need to rely on store-bought, fragrance-filled products with questionable ingredients. DIY and natural living is growing every day, and I’m here for it.