Grapefruit Seed Extract Preservative — Safe for Homemade and Natural Products?
posted by hopealso | May 27th, 2008 in Eco-Diapering, Green Living, Natural Parenting
Grapefruit Seed Extract, used commonly as a natural preservative, has encountered controversy. One might imagine that G.S.E. is simply “extracted.” This is not the case. Studies have revealed information about the safety of G.S.E.’s ingredients that beg the question: why use a natural preservative that’s not actually natural?
Make Your Own Diaper Rash Cream
posted by hopealso | April 10th, 2008 in Eco-Diapering, Natural Parenting
Here’s a recipe for all natural diaper rash ointment. Just spread it on at any sign of redness. For extra protection, use nightly and on outings, whenever you may not be able to change your loved one as frequently.
I’ve had great success this time around dealing with diaper rash (i.e. preventing all but the smallest [...]