Books

Welcome to the official book series by Tara Holguin, a trusted expert in crafting natural, ethical, and water-free body care. As the founder of Green & Frugal, a beloved Toronto-based natural bodycare company with four retail stores, she dedicated her career to offering affordable quality green body care while advising others how to create their own.

This growing series of books is designed to be your go-to reference for mastering the art of natural formulation—whether you’re a beginner or an advanced DIYer. Each book goes beyond recipes, teaching you how to customize formulas for your unique skin needs, troubleshoot common issues, and source ingredients ethically. Backed by years of research and hands-on experience, these books empower you to create lifetime-worthy products that are as pure as they are effective.

Available Now in the "The Ultimate Guide to..." Series:

Body Care: Your foundational guide to crafting pure water-free body butters, balms, and oils.

Coming Soon in the "The Ultimate Guide to..." Series:

Face Care: Dive into serums, masks, cleansers, treatments & facial oils tailored for every skin type.

Hair Care: Learn to formulate hair oils, beard oil, dry shampoo, masks & hair loss treatments without synthetic additives.

Personal Care: Discover deodorants, toothpaste, lubricants & body powders—all naturally formulated.

Every book in this series is a lifetime resource, teaching you the science and art of synthetic-free formulations so you can create products with confidence. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills, these books are your trusted companion for ethical, sustainable, and truly natural body care.