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   When I started switching to natural products, lip balm was one of the easiest swaps I made. Store-bought balms often contain petroleum-based ingredients, synthetic fragrances, and fillers that can actually dry out your lips over time. In my case I end up breaking out when putting any chemical or fragrance on my face so I was on the hunt for something more natural. This  homemade tallow lip balm  is deeply nourishing, easy to make, and uses just a few simple ingredients. Why Tallow Works So Well Grass-fed beef tallow will help repair and protect skin. It absorbs beautifully and locks in moisture without leaving your lips feeling sticky or greasy. What You’ll Need   (Affiliate Links Included) Grass-fed beef tallow  – I like  this one  for its quality and neutral scent. Beeswax pellets  –  These  melt quickly and help your balm hold shape. Essential oils   (optional)  –  Peppermint ,  lavender , or  sweet or...

Blueberry Struesel Muffins These are my go to for muffins and are a BIG hit. If there’s one thing I love, it’s turning simple, wholesome ingredients into something special. Today, I’m sharing a recipe that’s my go to for any make and share event. This recipe combines the sweet and tangy flavor of blueberries with the light, airy texture of sourdough, all topped with a buttery, crumbly streusel that’ll have your taste buds dancing. Ingredients: For the muffins: 1/2 cup potato flake sourdough starter or discard 2 cups flour (you can use AP or Bread flour) 1 cup sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1/2 cup greek yogurt 1/2 cup oil or melted butter 2  eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (coated with 1 - 2 Tbls flour) For the streusel topping: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup melted butter (you can also use 1/4 cup melted butter & 1/4 cup oil) ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, but highly recomme...