30 doTERRA Essential Oil Cleaning Recipes
Some essential oils can have natural cleansing and purifying properties which makes them a great addition to your cleaning routine. Because you don’t have to use a lot of them they are not only affordable but a great way of reducing the toxins in your home.
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1. Soft Scrub Cleanser
Try mixing up this effective cleaner with many of the ingredients you will already have in your cupboard. Easy, effective and a lot safer then store bought cleaners.
2. Refrigerator and Microwave Cleaner
If you need a little help getting the caked-on-food off the inside of your microwave give this DIY cleaner a go. Just three ingredients, super easy!
3. Citrus Air Freshener
Just 2 ingredients to make this amazing smelling air freshener spray. No artificial scents here!
4. Foaming Hand Soap
It is so easy to make your own foaming hand soap. Just use an empty foaming hand soap bottle add a few ingredients and some essential oils and your good to go. You can even mix and match different oils to create your own scents!
5. Fridge Refreshers
These easy-to-make fridge refreshers are a simple, natural way to deodorize your refrigerator. Just place one in your fridge each month for a fresh and clean scent when you open the door.
6. Natural Air Freshener
Commercial air fresheners can bring many unnatural aromas into your home. An easier safe alternative is to make your own air freshener that has only two ingredients—baking soda and essential oils!
7. Glass Cleanser
Want to make your own natural household glass cleanser at home? This DIY essential oil glass cleanser is affordable, easy, eco-friendly, and doesn’t include harsh chemicals like store-bought cleaners.
8. Makeup Brush Cleanser
It so important to clean your makeup brushes regularly as they can start harbouring bacteria. This makeup brush cleanser is super easy and only requires a few simple ingredients.
9. Powder Cleanser
powdered cleanser makes it easy to clean tough surfaces – Just sprinkle on the surface, walk away for 15–30 minutes, and then wipe clean.
10. Tangerine and Spearmint Garbage Disposal Refreshers
Garbage disposal getting stinky? These Garbage Disposal Refreshers clean and deodorize in one easy use.
11. Dish Soap
This super simple recipe is great for removing grease, adding shine, and waking up your senses.
12. Yoga Mat Spray
Yoga is a great way to increase your physical and emotional well-being. This spray is a great way to keep your mat looking and smelling fresh.
13. Hand Cleansing Spray
Clean your hands with this three ingredient DIY. Keep a bottle in your purse, car, or office for any time you need it.
14. All-Purpose Spray
Using essential oils to create your own cleaning spray is not only safe for the environment, but it is safe for your family as well. This spray is perfect for cleaning hard surfaces in the kitchen, bathroom, etc.
15. Dishwasher Detergent Tablets
Make your own natural dishwasher tablets by following this simple step-by-step recipe.
16. Leather Polish
Did you know that coconut oil works as an excellent leather polish? Try out this DIY on you shoes, purse or other items.
17. Lemon Oil Sticker Removal
Whether its removing stickers from a brand new jar or from your nice tablethe kids have had a field day with, removing stickers is super easy with Lemon essential oil and a few sinple ingredients.
18. Carpet Cleaner
Keep carpets looking and smelling fresh with this easy recipe using just baking soda and essential oils.
19. Purify Magic Sponge
Make life a little easier with this natural DIY containing Purify Cleansing Blend. This reusable sponge cuts through grease, grime, and everything in between.
20. Cleaning Wipes
Cleaning wipes are great to have on hand when you are cleaning messy surfaces plus they can be thrown away when you are done. This DIY is quick to make asnd can be stored in an air-tight container for whenever you need help cleaning up a mess.
21. Powder Laundry Detergent
Conventional laundry detergent is loaded with chemicals like sulfates, fragrances, and phenols. Why not make your own natural laundry detergent? This simple DIY yields a natural and effective detergent.
22. Reusable Dust Wipes with Lemon Oil
Dust wipes are great because they trap the dust in the cloth (unlike feather dusters that just move the dust around). There are disposable versions available in supermarkets, however, making reusable ones is simple, healthier and environmentally friendly.
23. Natural Stone Cleaning Spray
Unfortunately, you cannot use acidic solutions on your stone including vinegar, lemon juice, or other acidic cleaners that you typically turn to. Plus you don’t want to scratch the surface with an abrasive cleaner. Give this DIY for a natural low tox way to keep those stone benches clean.
24. Washing Machine Cleaner
Your washing machine is a breeding ground for all sorts of mold, mildew, and soap scum. Front-loaders can get especially bad (and smelly!). Try these two recipes for a weekly and a deep clean of your washing machine.
25. Natural Toilet-Cleaning Pods
Try these do-it-yourself Natural Toilet-Cleaning Pods to replace unpleasant odors with a clean scent.
26. Citrus Laundry Softener
Keep your clothes softer, reduce wrinkles, and give them a pleasant scent with this easy DIY. Unlike commercial fabric softeners this won’t leave behind a film of potentially harmful chemicals.
Check out the video below for a full tutorial that shows how to make this Citrus Laundry Softener with essential oils.
27. All-Purpose Lemon Cleaner
Lemon essential oil is a very powerful cleansing agent. With this recipe, you can shine stainless steel, remove grime from microwaves, freshen up your garbage disposal, and even deep clean appliances like your washing machine and refrigerator.
28. Lavender Dryer Sponges
Benefit from Lavenders soothing and sweet aroma whilst fighting of static by trying these DIY dryer sponges.
29. Homemade Fabric Softening Spray
Sometimes the products we use in our laundry contain unnecessary chemicals and additives. This natural DIY uses vinegar and essential oils to give your clothes a crisp, clean scent. You can even choose your own essential oils to personalise the scent.
30. Garbage Refreshers
Does your garbage need a little refreshing? Try this simple DIY recipe to make your own garbage disposal refreshers that will help freshen, clean, and deodorize your garbage disposal.
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