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Top 10 Detox Teas to Cleanse Your Body After the Holidays

January 4, 2017 by Tammy Robinson 2 Comments

The holidays are officially over, friends. Before you know it, the summer months and bikini season will be here.

Are you ready? If you had one too many BBQ beef sandwiches and beers, it might be time to take a few days to improve your digestive health and kick those ugly toxins and bloating to the curb.

If you took a holiday vacation in a foreign country, then you really want to be sure that you detox! Who knows what you might have picked up, no matter how careful you were!

Take a look at our list of the top 10 detox teas that will cleanse the system and get you ready for this upcoming summer season!

Yogi Rose Hibiscus Tea

If you’ve noticed that your complexion isn’t what it used to be, this is the detox tea for you. Filled with healing green tea, rose, and hibiscus, this tea will remove toxins and leave your skin brighter and clearer than it has been!

Kusmi Tea Detox

This is perfect for just about everyone and it tastes divine! Naturally detoxing green tea with lemongrass and mate, this tea is good hot or iced. It also comes in a cute little reusable tin that you can store in your purse. Buy two and save one to use before the holidays!

Twinings Lemon and Ginger

This is an oldie, but a goodie! Twinings has been serving up tea for almost 300 years, so they know what they are doing. This tea has plenty of detoxing agents with lemon and ginger root, as well as linden and blackberry leaves for extra flavor.

BaeTea

Trendy name, but serious detox power. If you are truly committed to detoxing, this 14 day detox treatment is for you. BaeTea has serious detoxing compounds such as senna leaf and ginger root, along with Guarana for appetite control, Oolong Wu Yi, honey, lemon, and pomegranate for intense, satisfying flavor.

V-Tea T-Tox

This is another popular 14 day detox program which contains tons of super powerful detoxing agents such as nettle leaf, burdock root, dandelion, holy basil, and fenugreek seeds. This same company also sells an evening tea called “Evening Flush” that you can drink before bedtime for super deluxe cleansing. Comes with a cute little tea spoon and strainer!

Hey Girl

This company has 4 different detox teas, depending on your problem. There are teas to energize, help you sleep better, cleanse, and generally feel better. All help to flush toxins from the body and reduce that awful bloat. All of these are jam packed with detoxing herbs such as nettle, milk thistle, senna, burdock root, and dandelion. It’s not as sweet as some of the detox teas here, so if you like your tea on the sweet side, better skip this one.

Magic TeaFit Organic Detox Tea

This tea is made in the USA in small batches, to ensure that you always get top quality tea. Despite the name, this tea does not rely on magic, but on proven detox herbs such as nettle, ginger, cardamom, dandelion and Rooibos. It also has hibiscus and cinnamon to relieve bloating and make your skin glow.

English Tea Shop Detox Me Tea

Nothing is more English than tea, so it’s no wonder that the English Tea Shop has one of the best detox teas around! Contains 20 bags of premium teas, filled with detoxing herbs such as rosemary, spearmint, fenugreek, and more. These teas are completely organic, which means they are also caffeine free.

Total Tea Gentle Detox

If all of this detoxing sounds great, but your digestive system is pretty sensitive, this is the one for you. This detox tea has a natural anti-inflammatory blend which soothes the digestive tract while it removes toxins. This has no artificial colors or preservatives, but it does have plenty of flavor with peppermint, chamomile, and cinnamon.

E-Z Detox Tea

Well, the name alone gives you an idea about this tea! The company claims you will not only detox, but that you can lose 1 pound per day. It has a unique blend of ginger, eucalyptus, ginseng, lemon grass, red raspberry leaf, and tamarind which is said to help stop cravings and hunger pangs for up to 6 hours. If you want to lose weight and detox, this is a good choice. Many people say that this tea was the only one that actually made them lose weight.

As with any supplement, please check with your doctor before you consume a detox tea. Everyone is unique and your doctor is the best source of information regarding these teas and your particular health situation.

Detoxification has been practiced for centuries and used all over the world to improve your health, as well as protect you from future illnesses.

10 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Everyone on Your Nice List

December 7, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

Who doesn’t love “The Night Before Christmas” poem? That infamous poem, penned in 1823, has probably had more kids hanging up stockings in front of the fire place than any other tale.

Today, many of us use “stockings” (or mailboxes) at work to deliver small presents to friends, while those of us with little ones still need to find gifts or treats to fill those stockings like Santa would have liked us to do.

But let’s face it; our kids eat too much candy as it is and if you hit the dollar stores for friends or co-workers, they will probably find out and then you come off as cheap skate.

That’s why we have created a list of stocking stuffers that you can feel good about.

Keep reading and see if these ideas don’t ring your jingle bells!

Think Experiences

Forget the gift cards that are oh so impersonal, think experiences. You can make up your own “gift card” and offer an “outing of your choice with me”. Or you could purchase (or promise to purchase if dates are questionable) tickets to the movies, an amusement park, or a place that your recipient really, really loves.

Little ones might enjoy “tickets” for a trip to the zoo, their favorite ice cream parlor, or a “pick your own” movie night at home with their favorite homemade treat.

You can offer to take mom to a day spa or stay home and do something she really enjoys (bingo? Gardening?)

The possibilities here are endless, so get creative and make your own “experience” card. Gifts are often forgotten, but an experience is something that is always treasured.

Think Practical

There is always something that someone actually needs or will use. Another bottle of perfume for mom will probably sit on her dresser, along with the ones she received for Mother’s day, Valentine’s Day, and her birthday, for years to come. But how about a kitchen or gardening tools that she will actually use?

We can think of a dozen other things that we never seem to have enough of, including mittens, hats, gloves, scarves, fuzzy socks, super warm socks, ear buds, subway tokens, reading glasses in a pretty case, playing cards, card games, nail polish, emery boards, pretty nail clippers, and hair accessories, just to name a few!

Think Themes

These are always fun and some people are so creative! Think of the person you want to buy for; what are their favorite hobbies? Interests? Snacks? Upcoming events? Everyone loves something; all you need to do is think about it and build a stocking around that theme.

This might be someone who loves to cook. You could add silicone pot holders or other silicone cooking items, cute egg timers, cookie cutters, spices in pretty bottles, and a tiny handmade book of awesome recipes.

If the person you are thinking of is more of a “camping and adventure” type, you could put a compass, flashlight, beef jerky, foldable hat, and a set of mini binoculars.

Think Health and Beauty

Everyone loves to pamper themselves every now and then. Why not add a few things that they might never buy for themselves?

Think about items like super scented body washes or body scrubs, facial scrubs, therapeutic foot scrubs or body butter?

Don’t forget to add everyone’s favorite essential oil or incense for a gift that everyone loves.

Ladies, most men won’t ask, so why not put some manly scented soaps, shaving lotions, and even cologne in their stockings?

Think the Active Life

For the people in your life who are into fitness, there are tons of options. You can pay for a mobile phone app and put a handmade card telling them how to activate it.

There is also a wireless activity tracker by FitBit called FitBit Zip, that keeps track of steps taken, calories burned, and distance travelled. This info is then sent to their smartphone.

And for those friends who exercise, even in cold weather, Zippo makes a cute little metal hand warmer. It looks like those infamous Zippo lighters, but it simply stays toasty warm, for as long as 12 hours! We bet you buy one of these for yourself!

Think Cool and Unusual

Some people just love stuff that is a little bit offbeat.

Try spicing up a friend’s life with a round disc of decadent dark chocolate, flavored with a tangy bit of Tabasco! You can find this on Amazon and it’s less than $10!

For the teacher in your child’s life, try a set of Smencils. These are a 10 pack of gourmet scented pencils that keep their scent for as long as 2 years!

Anyone who loves wine can never have enough corkscrews. Check out the retro-looking Hootch-Owl Corkscrew. It’s cute and functional at the same time!

Think Gadgets

Some people are simply goo-goo for gadgets. If you have some of those people in your life, check out these ideas:

Toasta Bags are for those who like food such as bagels, left over pizza, or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches toasted, but don’t own a toaster oven. Simply put the food in the bag and put it in any toaster! No dripping gunk in the toaster ever again! Great for office gifts! These are complexly washable and reusable, which makes it an Eco friendly gift as well.

For the overgrown kid in your life, like grandpa (?), The Magic Wand Remote Control makes changing channels or turning the TV off and on a fun adventure. This would also be perfect for the future magician in the house.

For the family that likes to play together, Skyball will take their games to a whole new level. These are helium filled balls that go as high as 75 feet in the air! Fido will never get hold of these beauties!

Think Food/Kitchen

For the cooks in your life, the possibilities for cute gifts are almost endless. Some of our favorites include:

The Garlic Rocker. This little beauty makes mincing garlic fund and easy.

Whisky Stones are a great way to cool drinks without watering them down with ice. Although they are called Whiskey Stones, you can use them in any beverage.

If your giftee is a coffee fan, the Aerolatte Milk Frother is an easy way to mix drinks and frothe milk quickly and easily.

And who doesn’t enjoy a cup of tea now and then? The Eva Solo Tea Bag isn’t actually a bag, but rather a stainless steel container that looks like a tea bag, so you can brew the perfect cup of tea from loose tea leaves or herbs.

Think Cool Gifts for Babies and Tweens

Tweens can be especially hard to buy for as they aren’t really children, but they aren’t exactly ready for a new car!

Hickies Shoelaces are a fun and futuristic way to lace up any pair of tennis shoes. These elastic laces tighten and loosen automatically, depending on movement. These come in bright colors that tweens are sure to love.

Shower Squids can be enjoyed by tweens or mom’s with little ones. Each “squid” has nine adjustable ties which can hold shampoo bottles, soap, or what-have-you. Think of it as an extra pair of hands in the shower.

For those with young children, Cowboy Baby Socks are a super cute idea. Each pair of socks looks like a miniature pair of cowboy boots!

And for those with elementary aged children, Fanciful Bird Wings are the answer for those who are tired of the same old super hero capes. These are lightweight, beautifully sheer “wings’ that attach with straps and finer tabs so children can “fly” away to their hearts content.

Think Particular

Some people are so difficult to buy for because they only want the best or unique things in life. Well, take a look at the following items because one of them is sure to appeal to even the most finicky person on your stocking stuffer list.

E-Tip gloves by North Face are the perfect answer for those who want a really superb pair of gloves, but need their fingers free to use their cell phone or tablet. There is no need to remove these gloves, as the fingertips are specially coated to work with touch screens.

There really is no comparing the Diptyque Candle, no matter how hard you try. These candles are super high quality and have unique scents such as Bulgarian roses or blackberry/currant leaves. We bet once you smell one, you buy one for yourself.

Last, but not least, for the cell phone super fan, you can’t go wrong with The Oona Stand. Unlike most of the $5 stands on the market today that falls over if you breathe on them, The Oona Stand is completely adjustable for any surface and it really, really stays put.

Of course, this list isn’t all inclusive. Do you have any stocking stuffer suggestions that worked well for you or that you wish someone would buy for your stocking?

We would love to hear from you!

Top 10 Little Known Ways to Use All Natural Castile Soap

November 21, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

Back in the day, your grandparents used Castile soap for just about everything under the sun. Over the years, it fell out of favor; so much so that, just 15 years ago, you used to have to special order it or buy it online.

Today, the simple joys of castile soap have returned and you can probably find it at your local pharmacy or grocery store. Unlike regular detergents or soaps, a tiny bit goes a long way, so don’t be surprised by the smaller sized bottles.

Castile soap is made from vegetable oil, usually olive oil, rather than animal fat. This makes castile soap one of the purest, most natural soaps around.

Even though it says “soap”, this type of soap has remarkable cleaning and moisturizing capabilities that other soaps don’t have.

Let’s take a look at all the wonderful ways castile soap can be used around your home to save you time, money, and keep your living quarters (and body) naturally beautiful.

Super Moisturizing Shampoo

You don’t need to spend a fortune on your hair; you will have everything your hair needs by simply mixing ¼ cup of coconut milk, 1/3 of a cup of castile soap (liquid), and 1 teaspoon of olive or sweet almond oil. If you would like a bit of scent, add 10 to 20 drops of your favorite essential oil. Many people enjoy the scent of lavender, rose, or frankincense, but you can add any scent you fancy. Put in a nice squeeze bottle and shake well before using. This is one of the best, yet inexpensive, moisturizing shampoo around.

Eco-Friendly Kitchen Wipes

If you don’t want to use paper towels for wiping up spills or cleaning kitchen counters, try this hack for making your own.

Find a mason jar or some other type of glass jar with a lid and an old T-shirt. First, cut up the T-shirt into washcloth sized bits. Now, add 1 cup of water, 1 ounce (about 1/8 of a cup) of castile soap and 10 drops of tea tree oil into the jar. Stuff the rags in the jar and turn it up and down a few times until all rags are soaked. You are now set! When you need a cleaning rag, pull one out of the jar and wash it when you are finished. Once all rags have been used, start over. Tea tree oil makes these super anti-microbial and antibacterial!

Got Bugs?

When ants invade your kitchen or patio, don’t pull out those dangerous pesticides, try this instead. In a spray bottle, put ¼ cup of castile soap into 1 liter of water. Shake well and spray the ants and their trail. If you have some peppermint essential oil, you can add 20 drops of that, but it isn’t necessary. This should kill the ants within minutes. Don’t spray plants, however, as this might choke the leaves. If you get some on your plants, wash it off the leaves.

Super Foaming Hand and Body Wash

Fight germs and still keep your skin super soft by making your own hand and body wash using the following do-it-yourself hack.

Wash out one of those “foaming” soap containers or order one online. Now add 2 tablespoons of liquid castile soap, 2 teaspoons of fractionated coconut oil and 15 drops of whatever essential oil scent you like. Fill the remainder of the bottle with water. Screw the top back on and shake gently. That’s it! Try it and you will find that this is just as effective, and probably smells better since you can choose which scent you like, as those $4 bottles you can buy at the store.

Inexpensive Shaving Cream

This works for men and women. Simply rub a bit of castile soap between your wet hands and rub it on the face, legs, or underarms. The soap will help your razor glide along more smoothly, which can result in less razor burn.

Perfect Pooch Shampoo

Castile soap is very mild and non-drying, which makes it perfect for your fur baby! Remember that a little bit goes a long ways, so start off small. You can always add more if you need to.

Dishwashing Magic

Well, maybe not magic, but if you hand wash your dishes, or if you hand wash your good dishes, then why pay a fortune for dishwashing soap? All you need is to add 1 part castile soap to 10 parts water. Your dishes will be super clean and bacteria free!

Make Your Own Laundry Soap

Commercial laundry soap is not only expensive, but it’s loaded with dangerous toxins. Make your own by mixing 1 cup of baking soda, 1 cup of liquid castile soap, 1/3 cup of salt (any kind will do), and 2 cups of water. Dissolve the baking soda and salt into warm water. Now pour everything into a one gallon container. Fill to the top with more water and stir. Add ¼ cup per average load of laundry. This should equal about 64 loads of laundry for less than $5.

Ditch the Blue Stuff

That blue glass cleaner has been around for ages, which is why most people use it, but it is hardly cheap! Ditch that stuff and make your own glass cleaner by putting two teaspoons of Castile soap, and 4 cups of distilled water in a spray bottle. Shake and you are good to go! Use distilled water so you don’t leave any of those annoying mineral spots on your mirrors or windows.

Best Ever Bubble Bath

If you want a non-irritating, non-drying bubble bath, make your own using castile soap. Mix ½ cup of water with ¼ cup of vegetable glycerin (almost all health food or natural stores carry this) and ½ cup of liquid castile soap. You can add 10 or 15 drops of your favorite essential oil scent if you like. Once you try this bubble bath, you will never, ever go back to that commercial stuff ever again.

You can find all kinds of scented castile soaps, including ones made from different types of oils such as Hemp, almond, and olive oil. They all work pretty much the same, so try them all and stick with your favorite.

What’s your favorite way to use castile soap?

Top 10 All Natural Makeup Removers for Beautiful Skin

November 18, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

Ladies, we go through a great deal of trouble to look our best, don’t we? Eyelash curlers, hot rollers, hair straighteners, and makeup. If you are like us, you look for cosmetics that have a natural base to them, because who wants to put toxic stuff on your pretty skin, right?

However, when it comes to removing that makeup, what do you use? Almost all makeup removing products either don’t work (soap and water? Right.) Or they are loaded with petroleum based junk.

Even those “all natural” makeup removers leave a lot to be desired. Did you know, however, that there are actually makeup removers, some of them right in your own kitchen, that work like magic in getting off those false eyelashes and metallic eye shadows?

Let’s take a good look at the top 10 best, completely natural makeup removers that actually work.

Yogurt

This sounds strange, but it really does work. Yogurt will not only remove makeup, but it softens your skin at the same time. Use plain, unsweetened yogurt for this one, not the fruit at the bottom kind. Put some of the yogurt in a small bowl to avoid containing a larger jar of yogurt, then dip a cotton ball into the bowl. Wipe all over your face and wait just a few seconds, then rinse well with cool water. The only drawback to yogurt is that it can drip and be a bit messy, but that’s a small price to pay for beautiful skin.

Cucumbers

You’ve probably seen tons of cucumber based masks and lotions in stores. This is because cucumber is naturally soothing to the skin due to its natural anti-inflammatory compounds. If you often get breakouts or have red spots from other cleansers, this is the one for you. You can blend one small cucumber, or cut a large one in half, and put it in the blender until you have a nice paste. Rub this paste over your face with your fingers and wait about 1 minute. Rinse with cool water.

Almond Oil and Milk

This is a terrific combination that exfoliates the skin, while keeping it from becoming dried out. Use whole milk for this procedure as it has more lactic acid in the fat, which removes dead skin cells without scrubbing.

Simply mix a tablespoon of almond oil into a small bowl with about half a cup of milk. Dip a cotton ball in this mixture and rub over your entire face. You might want to do this twice. Then you can simply rinse it off with warm water. This is a simple, yet remarkable way to remove makeup and keep that beautiful peaches and cream complexion.

Jojoba Oil

This oil has a funky name, but it is oh so wonderful for the skin and hair because it naturally mimics our own oil secretions. If you tend to have oily skin, this is the one to try. Simply mix two parts water with one part jojoba oil. Mix up in a little bowl, then dab on your face using a cotton ball. Use another cotton ball soaked in this same mixture and wipe away makeup and dirt all in one fell swoop.

Avocados

While you are making some guacamole for the weekend, pick up an extra avocado for your own personal use. This method is super easy! Simply cut the avocado in half, then use a cotton ball and rub some of the inside of the avocado. You don’t need to have huge chunks; just a little hint of green will do the trick. Rub the cotton ball on your face and watch the makeup come off like magic. When you have finished, rinse with cool water. These tasty little green fruits are high in vitamin E, A, and D, so they nourish your skin at the same time they remove makeup.

Witch Hazel

One of the oldest, yet completely natural products, for removing makeup is witch hazel. Unfortunately, witch hazel can be drying to the skin. For a terrific make-it-yourself makeup remover, simply mix 2 tablespoons of witch hazel (you can buy it in any drugstore for about $2) 2 tablespoons of olive oil or jojoba oil, and 2 tablespoons of water. Whisk together and apply with a cotton ball. Remove with a warm, wet washcloth.

Olive Oil

You probably have a bottle of this in your kitchen right now. Talk about easy! No trip to the drug store, just put olive oil on a cotton ball and swipe it on your face, then rinse off with warm water. If you tend to have oily skin or suffer from breakouts, add 1 drop of tea tree oil to one tablespoon of olive oil to stop those breakouts.

Grape Seed Oil

You can find this in your supermarket, right next to the olive oil. It might cost a bit more, but it does an outstanding job at removing tough eye makeup, like those waterproof mascaras. Simply put some on a cotton ball and apply where needed, then wipe off with a cotton pad or washcloth. Rinse with warm water and you are good to go!

Castile Soap

Castile soap (sometimes spelled Castille) is a very pure soap that won’t sting your eyes if you should get a little in them. You can buy this liquid soap in just about any pharmacy for about $1. You can make a nice bottle of natural makeup remover for pennies! Simply mix ¼ teaspoon of Castile soap with 1 tablespoon of olive oil or jojoba oil into one cup of water. Just shake before using, and then apply with a cotton ball. This is one of the best, all around makeup removers that works like a charm.

Organic Coconut Oil

Probably the best thing ever for removing even the most stubborn makeup. Many women say that they have the best success, and don’t even need a moisturizer afterwards, by simply rubbing coconut oil into their skin, rinse with warm water, apply honey to the face, rub for a minute, then rinse. If you still see some traces of makeup, you can repeat with another coconut oil wash, but between the coconut oil to dissolve makeup and the honey to moisturize your skin, most women find this to be the perfect skin care routine.

There is no need to spend $25 on a makeup remover when you have so many natural choices that work equally as well, without toxic compounds.

What is your favorite way to remove makeup?

Top 10 Little Known Uses for Diatomaceous Earth

November 10, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

You might have heard plenty about using clay to help deep cleanse your skin, or using different types of mud, but have you heard about diatomaceous earth?

This is a simply amazing, completely natural substance that few people know about. Diatomaceous earth is actually a type of fossilized phytoplankton skeletons. This plankton is then ground into a powder form. The above picture is a super magnified view of DE. Pretty cool, right?

There are two types of DE, regular and food grade. Regular DE can be used in the garden to stop insects and ants from invading your home and garden by literally cutting their little feet and bodies to pieces as they pass over it. DE is almost as hard as a diamond, actually, although to humans, it feels like powder.

For use on the body and for consumption, always be certain that you are buying food grade DE. This ensures that it’s been sterilized.

Diatomaceous earth is rich in silica, which is what gives your skin and hair that beautiful shine. It also makes teeth, bones, and nails super hard.

Unlike clay, food grade DE can be consumed to work from the inside out to give you beautiful hair and skin.

Let’s take a look at the top 10 little known uses for DE and what it can mean to you!

Super Dandy Deodorizer

Although you might think that baking soda works pretty well to deodorize your fridge, freezer, and trash cans, but wait until you try DE! This must be the most deodorizing substance on the planet! Use it just like you would baking soda and you will notice the difference literally within an hour.

Perfect Pest Control

This natural product works on just about every crawling insect you can imagine. It’s safe, even if your dog licks it off the floor! You can use a makeup brush to drop it into corners, nooks, and small places you can’t otherwise reach. It kills spider, ticks, cockroaches, fleas, ants, and earwigs, just to name a few. However, unlike other substances, it’s harmless to humans and pets.

Tooth Whitener

Keep in mind that DE is very hard, so you only want to use just a sprinkle and only about once per week. However, when you follow this regimen, yellow or coffee stains simply come right off of your teeth, leaving you with a nice, white smile!

Face and Body Scrub

For a super exfoliant and face mask, you can’t beat DE. This natural substance also has minerals, including magnesium, copper, zinc, and calcium. Your skin absorbs what you put into it, so this is a great way to get some trace minerals, especially magnesium, which is hard to come by. Mix one tablespoon of DE with some honey and a few drops of water to make a terrific face or body scrub. You can even let it sit on your face for 10 or 15 minutes to let it draw out the impurities.

Intense Hair Nourishment

Studies have found that women who consume more silica had thicker, stronger hair. Well, who doesn’t want more of that?! Mix one teaspoon of DE (food grade only) in 8 ounces of water and drink about 30 minutes after every meal.

Kill Those Garden Uglies

To break the life cycle of fleas (because they love to hang out and breed in the garden), as well as kill beetles, squash bugs, slugs, spiders, and other creepy crawlies, you can use child and pet safe DE. Simply dust the plant and ground with DE. Cover for one day so it affects the bugs you want to kill, but doesn’t hurt bees or butterflies. Then uncover and rinse. Repeat every 2 weeks for 2 months to break the life cycle of fleas.

Kills Bedbugs

Although you can buy products that contain DE, many of those products contain other substances. You can try plain DE first, by dusting or blowing it around the frame of the bed and on the mattress. Check out this video for more info on how to use DE effectively.

A Prepper’s Delight

If you are a prepper and you want to protect your stored grain, beans, or seeds from insects, you can safely add some DE (food grade only, of course!) to instantly kill insects who invade your supply. You can also sprinkle it around the area and try to kill them before they ever get to make entry.

Improves Bones and Joints

Studies show that silica is very beneficial to bones, joints, and connective tissue. This would make DE an outstanding addition to any arthritis or osteoporosis treatment plan. Speak with your doctor for the correct dosage for your situation.

Amazingly Absorbent

DE can absorb more than 1.1 times its weight in liquids. This makes it perfect for your kitty litter box, the bottom of trashcans, even for spills in the kitchen, such as oil. Speaking of oil put a pan of this under your car to absorb all those little leaks and drips cars can leave behind.

Regular DE can be dangerous if you breathe in the dust. Actually, any dust can cause breathing problems, so you should always use food grade DE and wear a mask, just to be on the safe side. Otherwise, DE is completely harmless to humans and pets.

Do you use DE at your home? Tell us how you like to use it in your neck of the woods.