You may have noticed that its been a little quiet around here this week. It's for a good reason. I made a decision to change my life. In this process, I am hoping to change other lives as well. Most of you know that I work full-time, behind a computer, in marketing, with no real impact on anyone's lives. I have been craving for something more. I want to believe in something, I want to be motivated and I want success.
I took the leap to join as a Brand Partner with Nerium International. Have you heard of it? It was recently featured on the tv show The View. It was also handed out at the Emmy's. It's also a major life changer in the world of skin care.
How is this changing my life? And how will this change the life of others? Well, let me tell you. In the short week I've been apart of this company, I have learned amazing life lessons, gained new friends, and have begun to see myself as a businesswoman who wants to build a team based on the common values of love, respect for others, and financial success.
Not only that, but this product is simply amazing. It is proven to drastically reduce the appearance of:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Discoloration
- Enlarged Pores
- Uneven skin texture
- Aging or loose skin
This skin cream's main ingredient is NAE-8, an extract from the Nerium oleander plant, it's a nature-based product that has no harsh ingredients and is noncomedogenic.
This company is different. They have core values that represent something you can be a part of and believe in. And they are providing an opportunity of a lifetime!They have real science behind their product that deliever real results.
I'm proof of this. In just 6 days, here are my results. This picture is unedited (and unflattering):
I'm not here trying to sell you on this. Just wanted to share with you what I'm up to these days. If you are interested in improving your skin (face, neck, hands, tummy), this IS the product to try. It is easy to use, it's just one bottle and comes with a 30-day money back guarantee. Visit my website to learn more about the product, the company and the Nerium Ripple by clicking here.
I am going to begin a new series here on Crazylou, I hope you join me and invite your friends. Recently I was asked to attend a gathering at a neighbor's house. She was going to show us how simple it is to make our own natural products at home. Boy, am I glad I went! I didn't realize how easy and inexpensive it was to make your own products. And the benefits of it being natural is enough in itself!
So the first natural product I am going to share with you is the laundry soap. I couldn't believe how easily it came together. One thing is for certain though, if you use the powder version (the one I'm sharing today), you should probably invest in a inexpensive small food processor that you will use only for these natural products. (well, at least I am!)
Next, check your local grocery store, most often the larger stores will have a natural food area or natural product aisle where you can purchase most of these. Otherwise, I will include links to other inexpensive online stores you can order from. My neighbor also suggested checking out local Natural Food stores, too. We happen to have 2 in our immediate area. The prices listed below are what I found at our local store. Your area may be higher or lower. I've noticed that the online stores are a bit higher, too, but maybe more convenient!
Homemade Natural Laundry Soap (powder)
from Krista Brinkmeyer
1 box of 20 Mule Team Borax (76 oz)
1 Container Oxyclean (3 lbs)
1 box of Arm & Hammer Washing Soda (55 oz)
1 bar of Fels Naptha Soap
3 bars of Dr. Bronners or Kirks Castile Soap
Shred all four bars of soap in food processor. (Krista notes: it is soap, which is clean, so you can just put it in the dishwasher, no need to purchase a new one)
Open all the containers and dump into a 5 gallon bucket that has a lid. (You can purchase one at your local hardware store, Home Depot, Lowe's, etc.)
Once your soap is shredded, dump it into the bucket. Secure lid and mix it up well.
To use: Add 1 Tbls to a large load of laundry plus 1/4 c of white vinegar for fabric softener.
This is approximately 300 loads or 6 months worth of laundry soap!
Cost breakdown (at my local store):
Borax = $3.59
Oxyclean = $6.99
Arm & Hammer Washing Soda = $2.99
Fels Naptha Soap = $1.09
Dr. Bronners ($3.49/bar) or Kirks Castile Soap ($1.29/bar) = $10.47 or $3.87
Bucket = $5
Total = $30.13 (using Dr. Bronners) or $.10/load!
= $23.53 (using Kirks) or $.08/load!
GET OUT OF TOWN!!--isn't that so cheap??? Plus, using white vinegar for your fabric softener really works! No more nasty chemical filled dryer sheets needed!
For a printable recipe of this laundry soap, click HERE.
She showed us how to make many other homemade goodies. I'll share them with you soon. Here's a picture of all the samples I took home with me!
So, what do you think? Are you going to try this? Or do you already?
Here are the links to purchase these online through Amazon.com:
Borax Laundry Booster, 76 oz Box
Church & Dwight Co 03020 Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda
Fels Naptha Laundry Bar and Stain Remover, 5.5 Ounce
Oxiclean Versatile Stain Remover Free, 3 Pounds
Castile Soap Original (3pk) 4 Ounces
Bar Soap Organic-Lavender 5 Ounces
Encore 250003 70-Mil Regrind Pail/Bucket, Black, 5-Gallon
