🧼 Clean home & body

Why: Replaces sulfates (SLS/SLES) and synthetic fragrance. Castile cleans; aloe + a little oil keep hair from feeling stripped. Follow with the vinegar rinse to re-balance pH.

• 1/2 cup liquid castile soap
• 1/4 cup aloe vera gel
• 1 tsp jojoba or olive oil
• 10–15 drops essential oil (peppermint, lavender, or rosemary)

1. Combine in a squeeze or pump bottle; shake to blend.
2. Massage a small amount into wet scalp, then rinse well.
3. Always follow with the apple-cider/white-vinegar rinse below — it closes the cuticle so hair isn't frizzy.

General clean-living guidance. Expect a 1–2 week adjustment period.

Why: Removes buildup and re-balances scalp pH after castile shampoo, leaving hair smooth and shiny.

• 1 tbsp apple cider or white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 drop lavender or rosemary oil (optional)

1. Mix in a cup. After shampooing, pour over hair and work through.
2. Wait 1–2 minutes, then rinse. The vinegar smell disappears as hair dries.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces aerosol dry shampoos. Arrowroot absorbs oil; cocoa powder tints it for darker hair.

• 2 tbsp arrowroot powder (light hair)
• 1–2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dark hair, to taste)
• 2 drops lavender oil (optional)

1. Stir together in a small jar.
2. Dab a little onto roots with a makeup brush or fingers; massage in and brush out.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces aluminum-based antiperspirants. Baking soda neutralizes odor; arrowroot keeps you dry; coconut oil is mildly antibacterial.

• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tbsp baking soda (use 1 tbsp if your skin is sensitive)
• 2 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch
• 8–10 drops essential oil (tea tree, lavender, or cedarwood)

1. Soften (don't fully melt) the coconut oil and stir in the powders until smooth.
2. Add oils, mix, and pack into a small glass jar.
3. Apply a pea-size amount with fingertips. Store below ~76°F so it stays solid.

General clean-living guidance. If baking soda irritates, cut it in half and add more arrowroot.

Why: Replaces synthetic-foaming, artificially sweetened paste. Baking soda gently polishes; coconut oil is antimicrobial; peppermint freshens.

• 3 tbsp coconut oil
• 2–3 tbsp baking soda
• 10 drops peppermint essential oil
• Optional: a few drops liquid stevia to soften the salty taste

1. Mix into a smooth paste and store in a small jar.
2. Scoop a pea-size amount onto a dry brush. Brush as usual, then rinse.
3. Note: this is fluoride-free — keep your dentist in the loop on your fluoride needs.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Traditional oral practice the book references — swishing oil to support oral hygiene.

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 drop peppermint or clove oil (optional)

1. First thing in the morning, swish the oil gently around your mouth for 10–15 minutes.
2. Spit into the trash (not the drain — it can clog). Rinse with water, then brush.

Book-referenced practice.

Why: The book's own face wash. Raw honey is a gentle humectant cleanser; tea tree oil is antibacterial — good for breakout-prone skin.

• 2 tsp raw honey
• 5 drops tea tree essential oil

1. Mix in your palm.
2. Massage onto damp skin for ~30 seconds, then rinse with warm water.
3. Use daily or as needed.

From the book. Add as a Playbook task from the Lifestyle page.

Why: The book recommends grass-fed tallow as a face cream and wound salve; with zinc oxide it becomes a basic mineral sunscreen.

• 1/2 cup grass-fed tallow
• 1–2 tbsp jojoba or olive oil (for spreadability)
• 10 drops lavender or frankincense oil (optional)
• For sunscreen: 2 tbsp non-nano zinc oxide (wear a mask while mixing the powder)

1. Gently melt the tallow, stir in the carrier oil, and whip as it cools for a creamy texture.
2. Add essential oils, then transfer to a glass jar.
3. For sunscreen, whisk in the zinc oxide thoroughly; reapply often — this is not SPF-rated.

From the book (face cream / salve). The sunscreen version is general guidance — not a tested SPF.

Why: Replaces surfactant-heavy removers. Oil dissolves makeup and sunscreen; castor oil adds cleansing pull.

• 2 tbsp jojoba or olive oil
• 1 tsp castor oil
• Warm, damp washcloth

1. Massage the oil onto dry skin to dissolve makeup.
2. Lay the warm cloth over your face for a few seconds, then gently wipe clean.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces lotions with synthetic fragrance and preservatives. Deeply moisturizing for dry skin.

• 1/2 cup shea or cocoa butter
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 2 tbsp jojoba or almond oil
• 10–15 drops essential oil (lavender, frankincense, or citrus)

1. Melt the butter + coconut oil together, then let cool until starting to set.
2. Whip with a hand mixer until light and fluffy; fold in the oils.
3. Store in a glass jar at room temperature.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces synthetic-fragrance, quaternary-ammonium sprays. Vinegar cuts grease and hard-water film; tea tree + lemon oil add antimicrobial action and a clean scent.

• 2 cups distilled water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 10 drops tea tree essential oil
• 10 drops lemon essential oil

1. Combine in a 16 oz glass spray bottle and swirl to mix.
2. Spray on counters, sinks, and appliances; wipe with a clean rag.
3. Shake before each use. Skip on natural stone (granite/marble) — vinegar etches it; use the castile version there instead.

Refill monthly. Add this as a recurring task from the Lifestyle page.

Why: A vinegar-free option for granite, marble, and sealed wood, and for glass/mirrors. Castile soap lifts grime without acid.

• 2 cups distilled water
• 1 tsp liquid castile soap
• 5 drops lemon or peppermint essential oil

1. Mix gently in a glass spray bottle (don't over-shake or it foams).
2. Spray and wipe with a microfiber cloth; buff dry for streak-free glass.

General clean-living guidance, not from the book.

Why: Replaces abrasive chlorine cleansers for tubs, sinks, and stovetops.

• 1/2 cup baking soda
• Enough liquid castile soap to make a paste (~2 tbsp)
• 5 drops tea tree oil (optional)

1. Stir into a spreadable paste.
2. Scrub onto the surface with a sponge, let sit 5 minutes, rinse.
3. Make fresh each time — it's cheapest by the batch.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces antibacterial-triclosan and synthetic-fragrance soaps for pennies per refill.

• 2 tbsp liquid castile soap
• 1 tsp jojoba or fractionated coconut oil
• Distilled water to fill
• 10 drops essential oil (lemon, lavender, or tea tree)

1. Add the soap, oil, and essential oil to an empty foaming-pump bottle.
2. Top up gently with water, leaving room for the pump. Swirl — don't shake.

General clean-living guidance.

Why: Replaces dryer sheets and fabric softeners loaded with synthetic fragrance and coatings.

• Wool dryer balls (3–6)
• White vinegar (as a softener in the rinse)
• A few drops lavender oil on the dryer balls (optional)

1. Add 1/2 cup white vinegar to the fabric-softener dispenser — it softens and cuts residue (no vinegar smell remains).
2. Toss the dryer balls in to soften and shorten dry time; add a drop or two of oil if you want light scent.

General clean-living guidance.