misremediosnaturales.com
Last updated: August 30, 2026.
1. General Information
The information provided on misremediosnaturales.com (“the Website” or “Mis Remedios Naturales”) is offered for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. All content reflects the personal opinion, experience, and knowledge of its author, María, an amateur herbalist, and does not constitute professional advice of any kind (medical, pharmaceutical, dermatological, therapeutic, chemical, legal, financial, or otherwise).
This Website is operated from Spain (European Union) and is accessible to users worldwide, including the United States. Nothing on this Website is intended to create a professional-client relationship between the Owner and any reader or user.
2. Not Medical or Pharmaceutical Advice
The DIY natural cosmetics recipes, homemade remedies, information about medicinal plants, essential oils, ingredients, and any health or wellness tips published on this Website are based on the author’s personal experience and general sources. They do not in any way replace consultation with a physician, dermatologist, pharmacist, phytotherapist, allergist, or other qualified healthcare professional.
If you have any skin condition, chronic illness, known allergy, are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication (especially anticoagulants, antihypertensives, immunosuppressants, or other drugs that may interact with medicinal plants or essential oils), or have any doubt about the suitability of an ingredient or remedy for your particular situation, you must consult a healthcare professional before following the Website’s recommendations.
The Owner is not responsible for diagnoses, treatments, or medical decisions users may make based on the Website’s content. Natural remedies are not substitutes for prescribed medical treatments.
3. Allergies, Sensitivities, and Patch Testing
Natural ingredients used in the Website’s recipes (essential oils, vegetable oils, butters, waxes, clays, plants, extracts, natural preservatives, mineral pigments, and others) may cause allergic reactions, irritation, sensitivity, contact dermatitis, or adverse effects in certain individuals. An ingredient being “natural” does not mean it is safe for everyone.
The Owner strongly recommends always performing a patch test before using any homemade cosmetic product for the first time. Apply a small amount of the finished product to the inner forearm or behind the ear, wait at least 24-48 hours, and observe for redness, itching, swelling, rash, or any other reaction. If an adverse reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional.
The Owner is not responsible for allergic reactions, irritation, dermatitis, burns, or any other adverse effects from using products made with the Website’s recipes.
4. Safety in Cosmetics and Soap Making
DIY natural cosmetics and artisanal soap making involve substances and tools that can be dangerous if not handled correctly:
Lye (sodium hydroxide / NaOH): Soap making through cold or hot process saponification requires lye, a highly corrosive substance that can cause severe chemical burns to skin and eyes, and whose fumes can irritate the respiratory tract. Always wear safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, and long sleeves. Work in a well-ventilated area, preferably under an extractor hood or outdoors. NEVER add water to lye — always add lye to water, slowly and carefully. The Owner is not responsible for burns, eye injuries, or respiratory damage from improper lye handling.
Essential oils: Essential oils are highly concentrated substances that should not be applied undiluted to skin and should not be ingested without professional supervision. Some essential oils are photosensitizing (such as citrus: lemon, orange, bergamot), irritating, or contraindicated during pregnancy, breastfeeding, for young children, for people with epilepsy, or in households with pets (especially cats, which lack the liver enzyme needed to metabolize many essential oils). Users should always research each essential oil’s contraindications before use.
Temperatures: Some recipes involve heating waxes, butters, or oils to high temperatures. Users should use appropriate thermometers and exercise extreme caution to avoid burns.
Hygiene and preservation: Homemade cosmetic products, generally lacking synthetic preservatives, have a limited shelf life and may become contaminated with bacteria, mold, or fungi if not prepared and stored under proper hygiene conditions. Users should sterilize containers, use clean tools, include natural preservatives when appropriate, store products in a cool, dry place, and discard any product showing changes in color, smell, or texture.
The Owner is not responsible for injuries, chemical burns, eye damage, respiratory problems, microbial contamination, or any other damage from making cosmetics or soaps without proper safety precautions.
5. Homemade Cleaning Products
The eco-friendly cleaning product recipes on the Website use ingredients such as vinegar, baking soda, citric acid, Marseille soap, sodium percarbonate, and essential oils. While generally safer than commercial products, users should take precautions:
- Never mix vinegar with bleach (sodium hypochlorite), as this combination produces toxic chlorine gas.
- Never mix baking soda with strong acids in sealed containers, as the reaction generates gas that may cause the container to burst.
- Wear gloves when handling sodium percarbonate and other alkaline products.
- Keep all homemade cleaning products out of reach of children and pets, properly labeled.
- Always test the product on an inconspicuous area of the surface before full use to avoid damage.
The Owner is not responsible for damage to surfaces, materials, people, or animals from improper use of homemade cleaning products.
6. Cosmetic Regulation
Homemade cosmetic products made from the Website’s recipes are for the user’s personal use. The Owner does not advise or encourage the sale of homemade cosmetic products without compliance with applicable regulations, which in the European Union include Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 on cosmetic products (requiring, among other things, a safety assessment by a qualified professional, Cosmetic Product Information, CPNP portal notification, and GMP compliance), and in the United States, FDA regulation (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act).
The Owner is not responsible for legal or health consequences from the commercialization of cosmetic products made by third parties from the Website’s recipes.
7. Medicinal Plants and Natural Remedies
Information about medicinal plants (echinacea, aloe vera, calendula, chamomile, lavender, tea tree, rosemary, and others) is provided for educational purposes and does not constitute therapeutic prescription or medical recommendation. Medicinal plants can have side effects, contraindications, and interactions with medications.
Users should consult a healthcare professional before using medicinal plants as a complement or alternative to medical treatment, especially if taking medication, suffering from chronic conditions, or pregnant or breastfeeding.
The Owner is not responsible for adverse effects from using medicinal plants mentioned on the Website.
8. Accuracy of Content
The Owner strives for accuracy based on reliable sources. However, phytotherapy, natural cosmetics, and applied chemistry are constantly evolving fields. Research on the safety and efficacy of natural ingredients is continuously updated. The Owner is not responsible for errors, omissions, or outdated information.
9. El Herbolario Secreto
“El Herbolario Secreto” includes educational, historical, and creative content about plants, ancestral remedies, nature myths, and legends. Some content is narrative, historical, or cultural and should not be interpreted as evidence-based therapeutic recommendation. Ancestral rituals and herbal traditions are presented as cultural heritage, not medical treatments.
10. Supervision of Minors
Minors should not prepare cosmetic products, soaps, or cleaning products without direct adult supervision, especially when involving lye, essential oils, heat sources, corrosive substances, or potentially dangerous tools.
The Owner assumes no responsibility for lack of adequate supervision of minors.
11. Pet Safety
Some essential oils and natural ingredients mentioned on the Website may be toxic to domestic animals, especially cats (which lack the liver enzyme needed to metabolize many essential oils), but also dogs, birds, and other animals. Users with pets should research each ingredient’s safety before use and avoid diffusing essential oils in enclosed spaces where animals are present.
The Owner is not responsible for poisoning or adverse effects on pets from using products or ingredients mentioned on the Website.
12. Affiliate Links and Sponsored Content
This Website may contain affiliate links. Purchases through them (cosmetic ingredients, essential oils, tools, molds, books, etc.) may earn the Owner a commission at no extra cost. Disclosed per FTC guidelines (16 CFR Part 255).
Only personally used or quality products considered safe are recommended. The Owner is not responsible for the quality, purity, concentration, expiration date, or condition of ingredients purchased through third parties.
13. Website Availability
No guarantee of continuous availability. The Owner is not liable for damages from interruptions.
14. User Responsibility
You are responsible for your use of the Website and decisions based on its content, including making cosmetics, preparing soaps, applying natural remedies, using homemade cleaning products, or purchasing ingredients. Recipes, formulas, and remedies are followed at your own risk. The Owner is not liable for any damages, including allergic reactions, irritation, chemical burns, eye damage, respiratory problems, poisoning, surface damage, adverse effects on pets, or any other harm.
15. Third-Party Content
The Website may contain links or embedded content from third parties (YouTube videos, social media posts, ingredient store resources). The Owner does not control and is not responsible for third-party content.
16. Use by Minors
The Website targets an adult audience. Minors should not use the Website’s recipes without direct adult supervision, especially those involving lye, essential oils, heat sources, or potentially dangerous substances. Supervision is also recommended regarding personal data and purchasing products through affiliate links.
Per COPPA, we do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent.
17. Changes to This Disclaimer
The Owner may modify this Disclaimer at any time. Changes are effective upon publication.