In honor of World Water Day, I have decided to compile a list of ways to conserve water!  Water is such an important resource, and its actually getting more expensive, especially for those of us on metered sewer!  So, read over the list and institute what works for you!, no judgment!

Save Water:
-Fix leaky faucets.  Apparently, 20 gallons a day can be lost to a simple drip!

-Installing low flow everything (toilets, shower heads, faucets) can help save water.

-Plant plants that thrive in drier conditions, so they require less watering!  Also-don't water mid day as some will be lost to evaporation!

-Hubby showers quickly (and he turns off the water while he's sudsing), and then he fills the tub with clean hot water to soak his sore bones and muscles in.  I often will then use that water for my bath.
-Many people shower more than they need to (typically due to societal norms).  If you showered yesterday, and you didn't sweat and aren't particularly greasy, you probably don't need to shower today.  This doesn't work for people who work out daily, or in summertime, or for people who are on the greasy end of the spectrum.  It can, however, make a big difference for people who have dry skin or hair!  I shower about 2 times a week in winter.  it really helps with dryness that has come about due to aging for me.  In summer, I will often wash my body (because I sweated), but not my hair.  I put my hair up in a top knot and then get in the shower.  As well, sometimes wetting a towel and then wiping down my face and body is enough to get me through another day.  I would never begrudge someone a shower that needs one...but I also don't want to see people bathing daily just because "that's what people do".  Bonus-you will also save money on shower products (shampoo, soap, etc,) and after shower products (hair and skin products you leave on)!

Have any more simple solutions to save water?  Let me know in the comments below!

Feeling dried out this winter?  Here's a few tips:
1-Put bowls of water out near heat sources so they evaporate!  My massage therapist does this to great effect in her home!  Obviously, be careful if the heat source is electric not to spill!

2-When showering, leave the bathroom door open and turn off bathroom vents so that the moist air can escape into your home!  Also, don't use water that is too hot-this dries out your skin and hair!  Instead keep the bathroom warm (a space heater might be a good idea), and use cooler water.  Be sure any space heater used is made to be operated in a moist air environment!

3-Use a humidifier in your bedroom.  We got ours at Walmart and love it!  It is a sunbeam model and can be found here.  I recommend getting one that does NOT use filters-as these can be cleaned simply by using straight white vinegar to remove mineral build up and keep it working efficiently! 

Here is a large selection of humidifiers!  We run ours all day so we have one with a large water reservoir, you may wish to take that into consideration!

What are your tips for staying dewy fresh in the dry winter months?  Comment below!

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