In a world where personal care and beauty products line the shelves of our favorite stores, fragrance reigns supreme. From perfumes to lotions, candles to cleaning supplies, the allure of a pleasant scent is undeniable. However, lurking beneath the surface of these delightful aromas lies a hidden danger, one that often goes unnoticed and unregulated: the dangers of fragrance. For decades, the fragrance industry has operated under a veil of secrecy, shielding its formulations from scrutiny under the guise of…
From Your Cleaning Supplies to Your Cosmetics: The Top Toxic Ingredients to Avoid
We all want to keep our homes clean and healthy, but did you know that some of the products you use every day may contain toxic ingredients that can harm your health and the environment? To keep yourself and your family safe, it’s important to be aware of the toxic ingredients that can be found in common household products and how to avoid them. We started our clean living journey many years ago, when we first started having children. We…
Who doesn’t like to save money? I know very well how it feels to want or need something, but not want to spend full price. As a mom of 8, I am always looking for ways to save money and be a good steward of what we have been given. I also value high quality, clean products for my family. In order to get the best of both worlds, I have to be diligent about how I choose to spend…
Faith ~ Family ~ Farm This is what we lead with at Mason Grove Farm. I finally found where I belong in this online space and I am beyond thrilled. I would love to welcome you to the Mason Grove Farm experience and opportunity. If you are new here, my name is Terryn and I am a homeschooling mom to 8 children, ranging from brand new to high school age. I have been with a few social selling companies over…
Have you heard of Band of Beauty? It’s our exclusive membership program. It’s really more like a rewards program for our VIP clients. It’s the best membership for women who want to get cleaner, safer beauty and skincare (and more!) into their homes. This membership rewards you for choosing safer products for your family, and blesses you along the way. What Are The Benefits of a Band Of Beauty Membership? The Band of Beauty Membership is really a…
YOUNG LIVING NEW MEMBER COST OPTIONS I’m so glad you are interested in getting your family started with oils! It has literally changed my life in countless ways! You can read how NOW is the BEST time to join Young Living before you make your decision. Since you don’t have a YLEO account yet, here are the cost options for getting started. EXCITING NEWS! As of the fall of 2021, you now do not need a membership to enjoy wholesale…
Coffee…how I love thee. Seriously, I am a bit obsessed with coffee. If we are friends on Insta, you know this! And not even because I have 8 children and need the caffeine – I could drink decaf all day as long as it is strong and delicious. Waking up early in the morning is so much easier when I know I have a strong cup of coffee waiting }for me! The aroma, the ritual of it first thing in…
You all know how much I love my essential oils. I have talked about them for a couple years on the blog. We have used essential oils in our home for the last five years now, and it has been life changing. While I do have one brand I have used and loved for years, I will be honest and say that sometimes…those other essential oils are just out of our budget for the month. However, because we really do…
Why Diffuse Essential Oils It’s been many years since I have used artificial fragrances in my home. We started using cleaner products many years ago, when our first child was born, and continued learning from there. Now, I get almost an instant headache when I walk into a store or down an aisle filled with fragrances. I used to love walking into Yankee Candle and browsing for a long time, but now it is hard for me to even walk past…
I’ve always been pretty health conscious, even as a teenager. I grew up playing on sports team and being heavily invested in health and science. I had every intention of being a doctor for many, many years. Then, I started having children and put my dream of being a doctor on a permanent hold. However, that didn’t stop me from continuing my journey of health and wellness. When I became a mom, it started to become even more important…