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46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Most industrial products that you buy in supermarkets are bad for health.

Not only are these products far from natural...

...but they also contain many chemicals.

Not to mention the fact that these products have a disastrous impact on the environment.

Fortunately, there is a simple, economical and much healthier alternative:make all these products yourself.

Doing everything yourself to save money is possible!

This is why we have selected 46 homemade recipes to make all your products yourself.

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Contents
  • 1. Homemade ketchup
  • 2. Homemade mayonnaise
  • 3. Homemade bread without a bread machine
  • 4. Homemade Nutella
  • 5. Homemade butter
  • 6. Homemade yogurt
  • 7. Homemade vinaigrette
  • 8. Homemade honey shampoo
  • 9. Homemade hair mask
  • 10. Homemade shower gel
  • 11. Homemade shaving foam
  • 12. Homemade remineralizing toothpaste
  • 13. Homemade mouthwash
  • 14. 100% natural homemade deodorant
  • 15. Homemade day cream
  • 16. Homemade sunscreen
  • 17. Homemade baby wipes
  • 18. Homemade mascara
  • 19. Homemade lipstick
  • 20. Homemade eyeliner
  • 21. Homemade self tanner
  • 22. homemade BB cream
  • 23. Homemade blush
  • 24. Homemade foundation
  • 25. Homemade anti-aging serum
  • 26. Homemade lip balm
  • 27. Homemade makeup remover
  • 28. Homemade anti-wrinkle cream
  • 29. Homemade fragrance diffuser
  • 30. Fragrance diffuser refill
  • 31. Homemade air freshener gel
  • 32. Homemade air freshener better than Febreze
  • 33. Homemade Toilet Deodorizer
  • 34. Homemade car air freshener
  • 35. Homemade scented candles
  • 36. Natural alternative to bleach
  • 37. Homemade scouring cream
  • 38. Homemade washing powder
  • 39. Homemade washing up liquid
  • 40. Homemade Pouss' Mousse soap
  • 41. Homemade dishwasher tablets
  • 42. 100% natural homemade fabric softener
  • 43. Homemade natural window cleaner
  • 44. Homemade laundry detergent
  • 45. Homemade Multi-Purpose Cleaner
  • 46. Homemade dust spray
  • Result
  • Tips

And don't worry, all of these recipes are just as effective as store-bought products, but above all, they're super easy to make!

The advantage is that it is YOU who chooses the ingredients you put in it. So you know exactly where all the products in your homemade recipes come from.

And you will discover that all categories of products can be homemade:food, make-up or even cleaning.

So what can we do at home?

Without further ado, here are 46 ultra-easy recipes to make your homemade products . Watch:

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

1. Homemade ketchup

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This homemade ketchup won't cost you an arm and it's much better than the industrial products you buy at the supermarket!

In addition, this homemade recipe is low in sugar and full of good nutrients. The whole family can eat it without risk to health.

Discover the recipe here.

2. Homemade mayonnaise

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Do you also love mayonnaise? Then you know that nothing beats a good creamy homemade mayonnaise.

Here is a great homemade recipe for all the great mayonnaise lovers. In addition, this recipe is very simple and even tastier than store-bought mayonnaise.

Discover the recipe here.

3. Homemade bread without a bread machine

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Ah, the sweet smell of freshly baked bread… Thanks to this EASY bread recipe, you'll never spend a penny at the bakery again!

But above all, you will avoid all those cracra preservatives found in industrial bread sold in supermarkets.

Discover the recipe here.

4. Homemade Nutella

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

It's snack time and your children are asking for Nutella toast?

Instead of giving them store-bought Nutella, try this homemade recipe with only good 100% natural ingredients, selected by you :-)

Discover the recipe here.

5. Homemade butter

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Why waste your money at the supermarket to buy butter? Commercial butters are full of preservatives and also way too high in calories.

Fortunately, with only 4 ingredients and a food processor , you can make your own butter at home. A super easy recipe... and so delicious !

Discover the recipe here.

6. Homemade yogurt

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Thanks to this homemade recipe, you will enjoy yoghurts with a perfect creaminess — much better than store-bought yogurts. We promise… To try this recipe is to adopt it :-)

Discover the recipe here.

7. Homemade vinaigrette

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This simple and classic vinaigrette recipe will turn the salad into an essential part of your meals!

You can forget store-bought dressings forever:it's time to put on your apron and whip up the perfect salad.

Discover the recipe here.

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

8. Homemade honey shampoo

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This honey-based shampoo smoothes unruly hair and naturally eliminates dandruff. But in addition, it deeply nourishes and hydrates your hair.

With this 100% natural and very gentle recipe on the scalp, you never need to buy shampoo at the supermarket again!

Discover the recipe here.

9. Homemade hair mask

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

With only 3 ingredients, you can quickly prepare this revitalizing mask for tired hair. An inexpensive and 100% natural recipe for softer, smoother and shinier hair.

Discover the recipe here.

10. Homemade shower gel

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Looking for a natural alternative to make your own shower gel and save money? Here is an easy and super quick recipe to make.

With this simple recipe suitable for all skin types, you get a foaming and moisturizing shower gel, to have a clean and revitalized skin.

Discover the recipe here.

11. Homemade shaving foam

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Coconut oil, shea butter, essential oils of mint and rosemary… Thanks to these natural ingredients, this shaving foam leaves skin soft and delicately scented.

No more irritation and redness associated with shaving. With this homemade shaving foam, you'll feel fresh and invigorated after every shave.

Discover the recipe here.

12. Homemade remineralizing toothpaste

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

For healthier, whiter teeth, forget all the store-bought toothpastes and use this remineralizing toothpaste recipe instead.

Discover the recipe here.

13. Homemade mouthwash

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

A chemical-free, alcohol-free mouthwash that's so inexpensive it's practically given (less than €0.01 per centilitre)!

You save big while improving your family's oral hygiene... The choice is simple, right? Use this homemade mouthwash recipe.

Discover the recipe here.

14. 100% natural homemade deodorant

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Rather than using one of those expensive chemical-laden store-bought deodorants, why not make your own?

It's so simple:just mix the natural ingredients of this recipe and you have an ultra-effective and 100% natural homemade deodorant!

Discover the recipe here.

15. Homemade day cream

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Honey, beeswax and sweet almond oil – this age-old day cream recipe has been around for almost 2,000 years. Its creamy and enveloping texture leaves the skin incredibly soft and smooth.

Discover the recipe here.

16. Homemade sunscreen

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Did you know that most commercial sunscreens contain toxic products? These chemical ingredients, which are supposed to protect you, can actually harm your health...

Fortunately, there is a 100% natural recipe for making your own sunscreen. Discover the recipe here.

17. Homemade baby wipes

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Many parents don't know this, but many commercial cleaning wipes contain phenoxyethanol, a chemical that is not recommended by health authorities!

Fortunately, there is a natural alternative:this easy recipe for baby wipes, which uses only ingredients that are toxic-free and safe for baby's health. And the big advantage is that you can also use them as make-up remover wipes.

Discover the recipe here.

18. Homemade mascara

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Arsenic, beryllium, cadmium, nickel, lead, thallium… these ingredients are found in most commercial mascaras. As you will have understood, these are toxins that should NOT be applied to your skin!

So, forget the harmful commercial products and use this natural mascara recipe instead. This will help you save money… and save your skin!

Discover the recipe here.

19. Homemade lipstick

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This natural recipe uses only natural ingredients, such as beeswax, shea butter, cocoa butter and red clay.

In addition, you can easily adapt the color of this homemade lipstick by mixing natural powders like red clay and ocher powders.

Discover the recipe here.

20. Homemade eyeliner

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Are you interested in making homemade eyeliner for less than €0.25 and using only 100% natural ingredients?

Discover the recipe here.

21. Homemade self tanner

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Quick and easy to make, this homemade self-tanning recipe is perfect for a beautiful tanned complexion.

And unlike commercial products, it only uses natural ingredients that are not harmful to your skin. Another clever recipe for saving money and taking care of your health!

Discover the recipe here.

22. homemade BB cream

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

The BB creams found in stores are far from natural and are not given...

Luckily, here's an easy-to-make homemade BB cream recipe your skin will love.

Discover the recipe here.

23. Homemade blush

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This homemade blush recipe contains only natural ingredients…so natural you could eat them!

Plus, the recipe is super easy and economical to make. Try it and you'll never go to Sephora to buy it again!

Discover the recipe here.

24. Homemade foundation

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Your skin will love this homemade foundation, which contains only natural and non-toxic ingredients. Plus, the recipe is quick and super easy to make!

My friend Sophie tested it, so don't forget to look at the Before/After photos... they are stunning!

Discover the recipe here.

25. Homemade anti-aging serum

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

You will love this anti-aging serum recipe based on natural ingredients known for their powerful restorative properties:calophyllum oil, vitamin E oil, grapefruit seed extract, avocado oil, carrot essential oil… Nothing such to naturally fight against wrinkles around the eyes.

Discover the recipe here.

26. Homemade lip balm

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Here's a great recipe for making your own coconut oil lip balm, like the $10 one you can find at The Body Shop… except the homemade version won't cost you an arm and a leg. Not bad for saving money!

Discover the recipe here.

27. Homemade makeup remover

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

With this homemade recipe, you no longer need to buy make-up remover full of questionable products at the supermarket!

This natural makeup remover is much more effective and gentle on your skin. Especially if you have sensitive and easily irritated skin.

Discover the recipe here.

28. Homemade anti-wrinkle cream

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Tempted by one of these "miracle" creams that promise to make you look 10 years younger? Well, be aware that most expensive creams on the market contain preservatives and a whole bunch of questionable chemical ingredients.

The solution ? Instead, use this homemade olibanum essential oil wrinkle cream recipe. It is effective and super easy to do!

Discover the recipe here.

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

29. Homemade fragrance diffuser

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

A commercial stick diffuser like the one from Durance costs an arm and a leg (almost €25!). But in addition, the perfumes of commercial diffusers are made from synthetic products.

Fortunately, you can easily make a 100% natural fragrance diffuser that smells too good. The advantage is that this homemade recipe is extremely quick and easy to make. Just mix your favorite essential oils with a base oil to create the perfect scent for you and your family.

Discover the recipe here.

30. Fragrance diffuser refill

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Finally a great trick to replace those horrible refills for electric diffusers stuffed with toxic liquids! 100% natural, this homemade recipe uses only essential oils to scent your home WITHOUT toxins.

Discover the recipe here.

31. Homemade air freshener gel

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

This deodorant gel recipe has a big advantage. It's so easy that customizing your home fragrances becomes child's play. Use your favorite essential oils, pure or blended, to create THE perfect fragrance for your home.

Discover the recipe here.

32. Homemade air freshener better than Febreze

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

A bottle of Febreze currently sells for a whopping $3.80 on Amazon. That's super expensive for an air freshener full of toxic products!

But with this even more effective (and 100% natural) homemade recipe, you can make your own Febreze...for just $0.50 a bottle .

By using one bottle per month, this already saves you some monthly savings. Not bad!

Discover the recipe here.

33. Homemade toilet deodorizer

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

We all need toilet deodorizer. The problem is that commercial air fresheners are full of chemicals and synthetic fragrances...

Fortunately, here is an economical and easy to make air freshener recipe! After trying it, you'll never buy air fresheners from the supermarket again.

Discover the recipe here.

34. Homemade car air freshener

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

No more buying small Christmas trees or Air Wick air fresheners for the car. These products are full of unhealthy chemicals.

Instead, here is a homemade recipe that is 100% natural and much more economical on a daily basis.

Discover the recipe here.

35. Homemade scented candles

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Not only are the scented candles that you buy on the market not cheap, but they are also full of synthetic products. These chemicals are very bad for the indoor air quality of the house.

Fortunately, with this recipe it is very easy to make natural homemade candles.

Discover the recipe here.

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

36. Natural alternative to bleach

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Bleach-based cleaners may be effective, but they are extremely polluting, and very irritating to skin and eyes.

Fortunately, there is a 100% natural and equally effective alternative that does not expose you to the dangerous side effects of bleach.

Discover the recipe here.

37. Homemade scouring cream

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

No more wasting your money on commercial scourers. Here is the ultra-easy recipe for making your own scouring cream, using simple ingredients like baking soda and a little coarse salt.

With this homemade recipe, your bathtub will be sparkling clean, and without using dangerous chemicals.

Discover the recipe here.

38. Homemade washing powder

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

100% natural and inexpensive, this homemade powder detergent washes even better than expensive store-bought detergents.

Another advantage, this homemade detergent is compatible with all types of washing machine and does not present any danger to your septic tank.

Discover the recipe here.

39. Homemade washing up liquid

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Liquid black soap, baking soda and lemon essential oil... only 100% natural ingredients to make this homemade dishwashing liquid. A much more economical recipe than commercial products.

Discover the recipe here.

40. Homemade Pouss' Mousse soap

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

A foaming hand soap that foams as much as Pouss’ Mousse, anyone?

This homemade recipe has all the benefits of a good hand soap:ultra foaming, 100% natural, antibacterial, incredibly gentle on the skin and free of toxic products.

Discover the recipe here.

41. Homemade dishwasher tablets

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

These dishwasher tablets are super easy to make. Simply mix these natural ingredients:baking soda, citric acid, coarse salt, white vinegar and a little lemon essential oil.

Let it all dry in ice cube trays and you have perfect dishwasher tablets. The result ? Your dishes are impeccable .

Discover the recipe here.

42. 100% natural homemade fabric softener

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Did you know that most commercial fabric softeners contain toxic ingredients that are harmful to the skin?

Fortunately, here is THE perfect recipe for homemade fabric softener, to have clothes that are incredibly soft to the touch and that smell clean.

Discover the recipe here.

43. Homemade natural window cleaner

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

Here is an infallible tip for making a 100% natural and toxic-free homemade window cleaner...

Plus, it cleans even better than commercial window cleaners, and WITHOUT exposing your family to dangerous chemicals.

Discover the recipe here.

44. Homemade laundry detergent

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

No need to buy detergent to whiten the laundry! Just take out a lemon to whiten the laundry effectively.

Discover the recipe here.

45. Homemade multi-purpose cleaner

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

With this homemade multi-purpose cleaner, no more spending on unnecessary and toxic cleaning products! All you need is baking soda, white vinegar and an essential oil.

Discover the recipe here.

46. Homemade dust spray

46 Things You Should Stop Buying And Start Making Yourself.

No need to buy commercial anti-dust sprays, such as Pliz or O'Cedar, which are full of toxic substances. The alternative is to make your own even more effective dust spray.

Discover the recipe here.

Result

There you go, now you know all the easy recipes of products you can make at home :-)

Easy, fast and effective, right? Only easily craftable things!

Thanks to all these recipes for homemade products, you will be able to save hundreds of euros a year, or even more!

And this, WITHOUT polluting Mother Nature with the toxic ingredients of the big manufacturers!

Tips

- Whenever possible, use products and ingredients of organic origin to make these recipes.

- Prefer unrefined sea salt to table salt.

- Use healthy vegetable oils, such as coconut oil.

- Instead of using refined sugar, try whole sugar or honey instead.

Choosing the healthiest ingredients is the best choice for your body and mind!