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Do It Gorgeously: How to Make Less Toxic, Less Expensive, and More Beautiful Products [Paperback]

Sophie Uliano
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Book Description

June 1, 2010
It's official: In these tough times, clueless is out--and crafty is in. For both financial and environmental reasons, life is all about doing well with what you have. But that doesn't mean you can't still be fabulous. Do It Gorgeously shows you how to make nearly everything you would otherwise purchase: From the kitchen to the nursery, from your medicine cabinet to your makeup drawer, you'll be astounded by how easy and inexpensive it is to make safe and eco-friendly products for your family. You deserve to have it all--and now you can do it yourself!

Praise for Sophie Uliano

"To be with Sophie is to be so caught up in the thrill of the potential of good!"

--Julia Roberts

"Sophie Uliano teaches us that we need not equate eco-friendly with Birkenstocks and wheatgrass shakes . . . she ushers us into a lifestyle that's ever so eco-chic."

--Los Angeles Confidential

"Sophie Uliano is a Mary Poppins for the new millennium: Rather than advocating a spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down, Uliano will recommend rubbing sugar on your skin to make it glow--and then offer numerous other homegrown tips and tricks."

--Good Housekeeping


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About the Author

Sophie Uliano is a passionate environmentalist who has developed an earth-friendly lifestyle that appeals to women who don't want to compromise their glamour or style. She lives in Hollywood with her husband and daughter.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Voice (June 1, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 140134139X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1401341398
  • Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 1 x 9.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #233,897 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

Most of the ideas in this book are easy and have only a few ingredients. DMO  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
Excellent book, valuable tips to make items yourself and save money. Jill St J  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
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51 of 52 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and inspiring! June 1, 2010
By wywalk
Format:Paperback
Definitely my favorite of the Gorgeously Green books!! I get so tired of what I like to call "Organic Conspicuous Consumption" - the "I'm so Green because all 538 of my yoga outfits are made from organic cotton" school of thought, and I love the idea that our grandmothers and great-grandmothers were green without even trying to be. On the other hand, I struggle as much as the next person with sacrifice and self-denial. I'm definitely very into using all sorts of eye creams and anti-aging things on my face - it's my biggest beauty expenditure. Well, I've already made a few of the beauty products, and I'm totally in love! Do you have any idea how much money I'm going to save this year?!

Aside from the Beauty Product recipes, my other favorite part is the 5 Uses for Common Household Items - having them grouped like that makes so much sense, as far as actually incorporating them into your life.

I'll admit that as I leaf through the book, I occasionally get DIY Fatigue (I can't make EVERYTHING homemade!!!"), but then I remind myself that even focusing on one or two of the chapters (for me it's beauty and cleaning supplies) can make a big difference...

Wonderfully fun and inspiring!
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Uliano makes it fun to go green November 25, 2010
Format:Kindle Edition
I bought this book a month ago for the skin care recipes. The other chapters have great information too.

I have been trying various homemade recipes in order to get away from the high cost and to have more control over what goes on my skin in addition to better quality ingredients. But although the recipes I found where wonderful, most of what I found were made of ingredients that require you to make it every day. Or take a lot of steps to make. Or were not suitable for me.

This book has a lot of recipes that are simple. The lotions are wonderful and there are enough for every skin type. Uliano provides encourages you to customize them to suit. They keep in the fridge from weeks to months depending on the ingredients. Going to the fridge every time is hardly a problem considing the problems with the preservative used.

The only criticism is that the instructions dont say whether you need fresh or dry flowers for the infusions. I have been using dry or pre made rose or lavender water. I am using the kindle version and some times it would be more helpful to use the index but there are no links.

The point is made that there is an initial investment. I have fount that the amount you use is small enough that it is definitely economical in a relatively short period of time. The essential oils will keep for years.
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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
I can't get enough of this book. It is so accessible and easy to follow, that things I used to think were too intimidating, I can accomplish easily. I have already made the facial scrub, eye serum and some of the cleaning products and I have to say- they work just as well as the expensive stuff (maybe better). Aside from the cost, I feel so much better knowing how much research Sophie Uliano has done so that I know that everything is natural (and when it's not she explains that as well).

With stories coming out every day about the dangers in the daily products we use (even the ultra-expensive ones),this book is a must-have resource.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for inexperienced green girl wannabies May 14, 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I absolutely love this book. Not only was it engaging, it was eye-opening. The best part about "Do It Gorgeously: How to..." is that it gives the reader excellent reasons, as well as motivation, to want to be more "green". Uliano uses facts to support reasons to avoid certain things, but I found one or two blanket statements on something being bad that left me asking, "Why is that so bad?" Overall, she gives the reader excellent reasons on the "whys" of things such as:

- the reason to avoid scary, chemical cocktails found in frequently-used beauty products
- the surprising unhealthiness of the carpet under our feet
- the possible toxicity of some home furniture

Living up to the title, the author gives readers alternatives to replace "bad" items with something greener and healthier, many of which can be created at home with easy-to-access tools and ingredients. Better yet, the recipes are simple! The only downside is that some ingredients (ex. virgin coconut oil, ascorbic acid powder) aren't available at your neighborhood grocery store. Fortunately, many of those items are available at health food stores and, if not, the author includes a great set of listings on where to easily find them online.

IMPORTANT: The recipes are not only for beauty products, although a very generous amount is included in the first part of the book. Rather, the book runs the gamut, including baby products, paint, anti-aging creme and an easily-constructed book shelf. Uliano frequently offers relevant anecdotes about whichever topic is being covered; a few include warnings on what NOT to do, thanks to the author's trial-and-error.

I purchased the Kindle version.
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Book was disappointing August 15, 2010
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I loved the first book by Gorgeously Green, but was disappointed with this new one. The DIY stuff is more complicated then I wanted. I thought it was mostly about making your own make up and cleaning supplies. This goes into sewing and fixing stuff around the house. If I had seen the book in a store first, I would have never bought it.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Recipes for home products
I liked this book but I was a little disappointed that it doesn't contain much more than I could get off of the website. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Bookwoman
2.0 out of 5 stars good ideas, but
you can get recipes for homemade beauty products online. or really just read the inside cover that amazon lets you read. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Sallie Whitton
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, Simple Guide for Going Green
I love Sophie Uliano's books. This one has the best homemade cleaning recipes that I have found. The bathroom tile cleanser rocks! Read more
Published 23 days ago by shrinking footprint
4.0 out of 5 stars Who Doesn't Want to Do It Gorgeously?
Do It Gorgeously by Sophie Uliano is a well written and interesting guide to taking on projects instead of buying more or hiring someone else to do them. Read more
Published 1 month ago by T. L. Cooper
4.0 out of 5 stars Do It Gorgeously
"Clueless is out and Crafty is in," says Sophie Uliano. I couldn't agree more!

The concept of DIY (do-it-yourself) hasn't been this popular since DIY was our only option... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Victoria Klein
4.0 out of 5 stars good information
full of good ideas and info presented with a fun sense of humor! I am trying several of the recipes now!
Published 3 months ago by Sheri
5.0 out of 5 stars great amazing
This is am amazing
I would become recommend this book to everyone. This would make a great gift for everyone.
Published 3 months ago by Jesuspunkrokr
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
I love this book..i tried some of the recepies before i even had the book ( from her facebook videos).. I keep it in my night stand and read everytime i have the chance..
Published 4 months ago by alina stinga
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to do
Incredibly un-intimidating book. Ingredients fairly inexpensive and easy enough to source. I have employed around 10 of her idea's already in a few short weeks and intend on... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Rachel Hammond
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful! Great fun!
This is a fun book, with lots of interesting ideas to try. And she does it beautifully. You will enjoy it!
Published 4 months ago by angel
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