Natural Wellness

This collection of blog posts is dedicated to simple, effective ways to care for your skin and overall wellbeing. From traditional remedies to herbal skincare tips, you’ll find trusted insights to support a healthier, more natural lifestyle.

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Whether you’re with me here in Australia or from the other side of the world, I am grateful for you and I appreciate you.

With love and sunshine,

Asti Mary x

Triple rendered tallow cut into chunks sitting on a wooden cutting board with a grass fed cow image in the background.

27 Sep

What Is Tallow? (Uses, Benefits & How To Render Your Own)

Curious about tallow? This ancestral ingredient has been trusted for generations and for good reason! Find out what tallow is, its incredible skincare benefits, and how you can render your own at home.

100% Grass Fed & Finished Tallow Balm Whip Pure Tallow Balm

11 Jul

What Is Tallow Balm? Can It Be Used For Eczema And Topical Steroid Withdrawal?

Tallow balm has become a go-to in my household after struggling with my son’s eczema and topical steroid withdrawal. In this post, I share how grass-fed tallow helped soothe his inflamed skin when nothing else worked, and explore what makes tallow such a powerful, natural moisturiser for sensitive skin.

Lavender Honey Marshmallows sit on a wooden chopping board next to a jar of lavender flowers.

06 May

Lavender Honey Marshmallows Recipe (Thermomix & Stovetop Methods)

These Lavender Honey Marshmallows are light, fluffy, and naturally allergy-friendly—perfect for calming treats, lunchboxes, or toasting over the fire. With both Thermomix and stovetop methods included, they’re an easy and creative way to enjoy the gentle magic of lavender in a sweet, homemade delight.

A saucepan on the stove containing sliced red apple, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and fresh ginger with water.

13 Apr

Apple Pie Simmer Pot Recipe

Fill your home with the cozy scent of baked apple pie using this simple, all-natural simmer pot recipe. With apple, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, it’s the perfect way to welcome autumn, refresh your space, or create a comforting ritual with ingredients you probably already have.

A range of tea bags some containing plastics and some not, along with some loose leaf tea sits on a wood background next to a coffee cup.

10 Mar

Do Tea Bags Contain Plastic In Australia?

It's a common question that is searched for on the internet. As soon as we hear the rumour from someone, we want to know the truth. Do tea bags in Australia contain plastic? Find out here.

Cut up pieces of bright green aloe vera sit in a wooden bowl decoratively.

22 Dec

Easy DIY Face Cleanser For Sensitive Skin (With Soothing Aloe Vera)

Tired of skincare products that irritate sensitive skin? This simple DIY face cleanser is made with soothing aloe vera, raw honey, and nourishing oils—free from synthetic nasties and gentle enough for daily use. A calming, all-natural option your skin will thank you for.

Vibrant green aloe vera stems sit sliced up on a wooden cutting board with a spoon and jar

21 Dec

17 (Practical) Ways To Use Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is more than just a sunburn remedy—it’s a living medicine cabinet! From soothing skin and aiding digestion to homemade face masks and natural toothpaste, this post shares 17 practical ways to use aloe vera at home (plus tips on how to grow it like a pro).

A bottle of elderberry syrup sits on a wooden cutting board surrounded by elderberries

06 Dec

Quick And Easy Elderberry Syrup Recipe With Bonus Thermomix Instructions

Elderberry syrup is a time-honoured remedy for supporting the immune system during cold and flu season—and it’s surprisingly simple to make at home. This easy recipe (with Thermomix and stovetop instructions) shows you how to whip up your own batch using just a handful of nourishing ingredients.

Jars of kombucha sitting on a wooden chopping board

03 Dec

The Best And Easiest Kombucha Recipe (To Have Booch In Your Fridge Every Week)

This is the only kombucha recipe you’ll ever need for a weekly stash of fresh, fizzy booch. Simple ingredients, no fuss, and full of helpful tips to keep your SCOBY happy and your fridge stocked. Homemade kombucha just got a whole lot easier.

A bottle of infused comfrey oil sitting beside a bunch of comfrey and some comfrey flowers in a wooden bowl

24 Nov

Using Comfrey For Tooth Decay And Cavities

Comfrey has long been valued for its healing properties—and yes, even for toothaches. This post explores how comfrey may help ease dental inflammation and support oral healing in a pinch, plus tips on growing and using this versatile herb safely at home.