Essential Cleaning Naturally

Do I like my home to smell clean, fresh and, well….clean?  Yes-I-do!!  But not at the expense of have chemical cleaners and toxins spread all around my home.  And you know that I am all into simple here.  And frankly, there is nothing more simple and powerful in a natural way than essential oils.

Cleaning with Essential Oils

So we’re getting back to the basics today…cleaning 101, but this is far from a new idea.  This came from your mom, and her mom and so on.  This is old school y’all.  And there is a reason these cleaning recipes and traditions have stood the test of time no matter how many chemical cleaners have come on the scene…because they WORK!

Essential oils are the purest ingredient you can use in your cleaning recipes.  When using essential oils, I prefer doTERRA Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils, because I am assured that their are NO herbicides, pesticides, fillers, binders or contaminants in these essential oils.  Every single liter of essential oils are also tested by third parties to assure its potency and pureness.  These are oils I have faith and confidence in when I am cleaning my home!

 

Let’s Get to the Recipes!

 All Purpose Cleaner

16 oz. bottle (recycle and re-use)

1/4 cup white vinegar

1 3/4 cups water

30 drops dōTERRA essential oil (see suggestions below)

1 teaspoon borax

Directions:

Add all ingredients to spray bottle. Shake thoroughly.

Suggested Essential Oil Combinations:

15 drops each of Lavender and Lemon

10 drops each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint, and Wild Orange

30 drops Protective Blend

15 drops each of Grapefruit and Protective Blend

***Although it is natural, borax is toxic when ingested, and can cause skin irritation. Keep away from children, pets, and food preparation areas. If you are concerned about using borax in this all purpose spray, you can omit it.

Window Cleaner

16 oz. Spray Bottle (recycle and re-use)

1 1/2 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup distilled water

8 drops of any citrus oil of your choice

( Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Wild Orange, or a combination)

Directions:

Add vinegar, water, and essential oil(s) to spray bottle and shake. You are ready to clean!

Furniture Polish

2 tsp olive oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 cups water
10-20 drops of Lemon Essential Oil

Directions:

Add 10 drops of essential oil into spray bottle.

Add olive oil and vinegar.

Shake well before each use.

Apply to a microfiber cloth and wipe wood surfaces clean. Repeat every 2-3 months or as often as needed.

 

I hope you enjoy making these cleaning recipes and using them.  Enjoy your free aromatherapy as you clean!

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Medical Disclaimer Notice: Nothing in this post is to be construed as medical advice, simply a sharing of things that have worked for me &my family. If you have any symptoms of serious illness, taking medication, pregnant or nursing, or have never worked with herbal materials or essential oils before, please consider consulting a medical professional before use. I am unable to offer advice for your particular medical situation; please ask your Doctor, Nurse Practitioner or Naturopath for further guidance. The statements made here have not been approved by the Food & Drug Administration. These statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. This notice is in accordance and required by the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act.