Other (nonMelaleuca) Homemade Concoctions

I have to brag about my other homemade concoctions & remedies.  Not everything I am doing to be more natural is a "product" of Melaleuca.  While I am being very conscious of buying items that are environmentally friendly, made in America, and better for my family; I am also making as much as possible myself.

Most people who know me know that I make my son's food myself.  I am not interested in purchasing baby food from the store shelves, regardless of how "safe" it is (even if Melaleuca sold baby food, I would still make my own).  I also cloth diaper my little guy - SO MUCH cheaper than disposable diapers, better for the environment, and seriously cute!  Michael calls them "Ethan's sumo wrestler undies".


I recently discovered making my own cooking spray.  Use one part oil and about five parts water in a spray bottle (I got mine for $1 at Target).  I use EVOO or pecan oil, but you could use whatever your favorite oil is (organic, of course).  When you want to use it, just give it a couple of shakes and you're ready!  No need to use Pam or Great Value with all of their preservatives!




Another fantastic, versatile product is coconut oil.  Use it in place of EVOO for a healthy, different flavor while you're cooking (UH-mazing with fish).  And, it is a fabulous moisturizer for your skin.  That's right!  Rub coconut oil on your knees, elbows, everywhere!  It's also safe for use on baby.  I love that Ethan and I always smell like summer.  I recommend using it right before you crawl into bed every night.  My skin has completely transformed from using coconut oil in addition to Melaleuca's Renew lotion.  My feet have NEVER been this soft.

Clean hard water stains from your shower with lemons!  Obviously, you could also use Melaleuca's UH-MAZING Tub & Tile.  You know, the stuff that took a 5 year old stain off of my shower wall.

Vinegar is also a fantastic cleaning agent, especially when mixed with baking soda.  However, if you don't like the idea of your house smelling like vinegar, Melaleuca offers some wonderful solutions to clean your home in a "green" but affordable fashion.



There are so many easy and simple ways to make your home a better place for your family.  I will continue to make posts about other homemade concoctions as I come across them.  Feel free to email me yours! Kristen.Hathcox@gmail.com