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Holistic & Sustainable Living for Beginners
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items Begin holistic living with vital information, items, and essentials that will lead to a better life. I started by reading books, taking notes, and understanding the environment around me, so here is what I discovered/recommend to begin your journey. I truly hope this helps <3
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Products for Men
Oral Care
Products for Women
Stores & Apothecary Websites
Kitchen Tools & Items
Medicinal Books
Products for Men
I am not a specialist in all the things men, but I do know a few things that work wonders based on my personal experiences and research
Not harmful, natural-feeling, and better produced.
Rise Condoms
Not only will you love it, so will your significant other.
Method Men's Body Wash Sandalwood + Vetiver - 18 fl oz
Thank me later, when your hair is nice and silky.
Dr. Squatch Shampoo - Coconut Castaway - 8oz
Great face and body moisturizer. I recommend it for both men and women.
Beef Tallow
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My boyfriend and I use this soap, and love the squeaky clean, relaxed, and awake feelingyou feel after utilizing it.
Pure Castile Soap, Peppermint, 32 OZ
My boyfriend recommends it and will never shut up about curly, thick hair; his hair is even thicker after this product, and I love hearing it every time.
California Naturals Re:GRO Anti-Thinning Shampoo & Conditioner Set, 20 oz
Oral Care
Rebuild your enamel, kill bad breath, and safeguard your gums with the following
I love how strong this product is, and I honestly have not looked back at any other product since purchasing it.
Oral Care Trio - Peppermint
Everyday my mom compliments my teeth and I get so happy because this toothpaste combined with the oral care brand Garners Garden works wonderfully.
Himalaya Botanique Whitening Complete Care Toothpaste - Simply Mint 5.29 oz
I love that my gums don't get easily irritated with this floss. There is better floss to be more sustainable down below but if you have sensitive teeth and want to slowly move towards sustainable living these are perfect.
Dual-Line Floss Picks - 60 Count
I am never leaving this brand out of my oral care products. My teeth and gums feels so good after using it.
Advanced Formula Pulling Oil for Teeth & Gums
Great for whitening teeth and it does not leave a weird taste.
Dual Barrel Oxyburst Whitening Mouthwash (20 oz)
Watch how different your tongue feels and how food taste after using this product through out the week or daily. You will be satisfied.
DrTung’s Stainless Steel Tongue Cleaner
This tool will get you a little messy when you use it but the result after are super worth it. I enjoy seeing how the water flosser is able to get the additional food out of my teeth after using a regular flosser.
Lion & Lamb Kit - Portable Water Flosser and Sonic Toothbrush - White
Your teeth and gums deserve the best! This form of floss needs to be utilized more often than the other floss to really get in there, and I love the benefits/feeling of it. I recommend it all the time.
Burst Expanding Floss, Mint Eucalyptus
This toothpaste is wonderful and can be paired with other toothpastes if needed. Place a little on your floss before flossing to improve overall gum health by reducing inflammation. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
Mint-Free Ayurvedic Toothpaste
This wonderful mouthwash will change the game for your morning and nighttime routine. I use it after I oil pull and switch it around for 30 seconds before brushing my teeth. My teeth feel better, my mouth feels back to baseline, and it has reduced my...
CloSYS Ultra-Sensitive Rinse Unflavored Mouthwash - 32 fl oz
Products for Women
Womanhood is already tough enough, and I think this are great products to make it easier
I am so glad companies like this exist, and how easy it is to use them.
Shave Starter Set
Every part of your body will feel so clean and refreshed, you will legit be surprised.
Dr. Bronner's 18-In-1 Hemp Pure-Castile Soap - Rose - 32 fl oz
These pads are more comfortable and better for your sacred space because they are made with real cotton. I also love how it doesn't cause me discomfort or break me out.
Rael Organic Cotton Cover Regular Menstrual Fragrance Free Pads - Unscented - 16ct
I love that this witch hazel is not as harsh as the old-timey brand of witch hazel.
Humphreys Soothe Witch Hazel with Rose Alcohol-Free Toner - 8 fl oz
Once you get the hang of it, you will never pay for waxing again. I also recommend using their YouTube videos as a reference until you fully get the hang of it. No more strawberry legs!
Pits to Pubes Sugaring Kit - sugardoh | Ulta Beauty
This product not only detoxes & purifies your skin, but also serves as a great mask for revitalizing it. Do not use a metal bowl or spoon to mix the ingredients!
Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Deep Pore Cleansing Face & Body Mask, Natural Calcium Bentonite Clay - 15.5oz
This deodorant is perfect for transitioning to being more natural. I recommend detoxing your under arms multiple times before going fully natural but even if you don't this deodorant is perfect.
The Greeench
Eliminate your need wash so many small towels. Once you use it for 3 weeks, wash it with your regular clothes, then let it air dry, and begin using it again. Your skin will be so smooth.
SAPOR - Ghanaian Exfoliating Body Bath Sponge | Holy Raw
LOVEEEEEEEE!!!!!! You just use it for your whole face.
AXIOLOGY | WORLD'S FIRST ZERO WASTE 3-IN-1 COLOR STICKS & CRAYONS
– Axiology
Spicy up selfcare with this great candle. I love how you can pour it directly on your skin or in your hands. Please read instructions before use.
burn no. 0 - Massage Candle
This product is good for all hair types. I wish people knew more about it, and it wasn't overpriced, no matter where you buy it.
California Naturals Curl Shampoo & Conditioner Set
Stores & Apothecary Websites
Join the movement of natural products, fresh food, and a life of herbs at the following websites/locations
This store is one of the loving herbal and holistic stores you could go to in LA. Not to mention you may see a celebrity.
Home | Nappily Naturals & Apothecary
A one stop shop to get all the the things you need to make selfcare products and more.
Better Shea Butter
This store is so beautiful, affordable, and fresh. If you ever go please try the chocolate vegan cheesecake. It is so yummy.
Rainbow Acres Natural Foods
Set an appointment and they will gladly help you with everything to aid in your healing.
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A lovely store & website where you can also get teas and you can make an appointment for special healing attributes to work on your physical, spiritual and energetic body.
Organic Wellness Herbs & Feminine Care Products | Empress Organics
A Black Owned company who is changing the game in oral care for all.
Natural Beauty Products - Garner's Garden
This is also a one stop shop for jewelry, vitamins, food, juices, and more for spiritual and physical healing.
Simply Wholesome
What I love the most about this shop is that you can either get the herbs you need for blending or they can blend the herbs for you. Also their tincutures work wonderfully.
WILD & TEA - Updated April 2024 - 65 Photos & 94 Reviews
I enjoy their herbs, tinctures, and overall vibe.
Mother Nature's Remedy
Everything is super fresh here!
Lassens - We care about your health
Kitchen Tools & Items
Sustainable tools to cut down on house items that you don't have to continue to purchase + tools to begin herbal/holistic living
Not only can you use it to strain coffee, you can use it for making oils, teas, and etc. You won't be limited.
KORKEN Sifter/funnel set of 3 - stainless steel
This tool can aid in making body oils, juice, and etc, plus its pretty easy to clean out.
Fruit Wine Press, 0.53 gal./2 l, 2-Stainless Steel Barrels, Manual Juice Maker with T-Handle and Stable Base
Cheesecloth is great if you don't have a juicer to then squeeze out the juice, to take the herbs out of home made oils, and it's pretty easy to wash.
Cheesecloth, Grade 90, 36 Sq Ft, Reusable, Cotton
I love how when I use these everything stays fresher way longer. I get shocked every time.
Stasher Reusable Bags On-The-Go Set - 5pk - Clear
Eliminate the need to repurchase baking sheet paper and save yourself a few bucks.
Last Confection Silicone Baking Mats, 2 Half Sheet and 1 Quarter Sheet - Set of 3 Non-Stick Professional Food Safe Tray Pan Liners
I get so many compliments when I bring these to work or any potluck. They are also perfect for storing fruit after you wash them with apple cider vinegar.
Ello 20pc Mixed Glass Rounds Food Storage Container Set
I love that I am able to preserve my lemons, and oranges now. I drink alot of fruit infused waters and these help so much.
Food Huggers 5pc Reusable Silicone Food Savers
I think it is always vital to have these jars in your house no matter what. The things you can put in them are endless.
Ball 64oz 6pk Glass Wide Mouth Mason Jar with Lid and Band
Eliminates the need for plastic straws, and you can take it on the go.
Littlegood Extra Wide Stainless Steel Straws
Instead of taking up all your space on your counters, overspending on tea bags, and coffee filters just get a French press. Super affordable, easy to use, and you can reuse the herbs/coffee for something else.
Bodum 34oz Outdoor French Press
Great labels to officially start your healthy and beneficial pantry.
288 Pantry Labels Waterproof Stickers for Jars
Medicinal Books
Knowledge is key and these books have all that you need to add on to what you already know and more for healing/living
There is so much knowledge in this book that I have created a not sections for everyday use of the things I discovered.
The Book of Herbal Wisdom: Using Plants as Meds
This book is a must read and must have in every home. What I love the most is that the author gives you background on how the home remedies work and it showcases how old time remedies can still help us today.
Back to Eden: The Classic Guide to Herbal Medicine, Natural Foods, and Home Remedies since 1939|Paperback
The imagery is amazing, the history of the usage of certain herbs is easy to understand, and I feel this is also a must have book in the home.
DK Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: 550 Herbs
This book is a very straightforward book to herbs and how to use them in your daily life.
The Herbal Handbook: Guide to Medical Herbalism
Take your time with this book so you don't miss out on the greatness of everything in it.
The Way of Herbs: Fully Updated
This book is essantial for Essential lover, holistic practioners, and skincare makers.
Essential Oils for the Whole Body: The Dynamics
I love that this boook has a solid foundation that comes from direct interaction with living, breathing botanicals, and it is wonderful for beginners.
The Modern Herbal Dispensatory: Medicine Guide
Beginner friendly book with great recipes, herbal benefits, and its a super affordable book.
Home Herbal - Hardcover
This book is similar to an encyclopedia that also gives you the scientific name of each herb, the history of herbs, and what works best for certain ailments.
The Earthwise Herbal Repertory: The Definitive Practitioner's Guide|Paperback
Everything in this book is written to gain easy knowledge of different plants & herbs for beginners.
Healing Power of Plants| Hardcover
I love how beautifully informative this book is, and also has a host of infinite and sacred wisdom for healing.
The Art & Practice of Spiritual Herbalism: Transform, Heal, and Remember with the Power of Plants and Ancestral Medicine|Paperback
This book is super detailed and has so many remedies that actually work.
Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Sixth Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, & Food Supplements|Paperback
A great book to gain the knowledge of foods, how it benefits you, and what you can do better to gain a healthier lifestyle.
Encyclopedia of Healing Foods|Paperback
I found this book very interesting and I highly recommend it to anyone trying to live a more healthy lifestyle.
The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People|Paperback
I love the recipes in this book so much and I have created a small cabinet with a few canned fruits that I can open when I really need it.
Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving