I've been off soap for almost 5 weeks now. I skin brush 2-3 times a week. I've only been showering with water and moisturizing with olive oil. I still feel like I want to scrub my hair and body with something like dirt or a brush. My hair feels less greasy if I comb the roots (upward towards the crown) twice a day. What can I use that won't kill my skin's natural bacteria?

When I feel like I want to break down and use soap, I use Rhassoul clay and apply it as a body mask, letting it dry before I rinse it off. I do this once or twice a week. Lately it seems to irritate my skin a bit.

This week, I am going to try using organic coconut oil and lime juice to see if it makes me smell good and feel clean.

Does anyone have any suggestions for how to clean your body/hair with no water?

I've got dandruff and it's really itchy when I'm in bed so I'm wondering if it has something to do with what my pillow is made of, like an allergic reaction maybe. I'd love to get an all natural pillow like buckwheat hulls or something. Has anyone tried any alternative material pillows?

For many years now I sometimes have nights where my back hurts so much that I can't sleep. It will go on for days, me tossing and turning until I just sleep on the floor. I put a comforter down then pillows under my butt, head, and sometimes under my back. I always sleep like a baby those nights and wake up refreshed and free of back pain.

Recently my bed was covertly attacked by mold. I tossed it, surprised that I was actually happy to get rid of such a staple item. I move a lot and this bed has caused me much pain. I have been sleeping on just a few fleece blankets for the past week and have lots of bruises on my hips, butt, and knees. Hopefully I'll toughen up.

Last night I had a dream that I was sleeping on springy branches in the forest and it was so comfortable. It sounds nice, but for now I'm wondering how to make my floor more comfy. Any suggestions?