DIY Natural Cleaning Recipes

by | Apr 19, 2022 | Aromatherapy, DIY Recipes, Health and Wellness

As I share in my blog post, 5 Reasons to Go Green This Spring,

essential oils are not only a great way to cleanse your home, but they are also a safer alternative to naturally cleanse, disinfect, and deodorize your home and other physical spaces.  In this blog, I share with you some easy ways for you to start using essential oils including some of my favorite essentials for natural cleaning and DIY aromatherapy cleaning recipes. 

Looking for a safe and natural way to clean your home? You can get rid of all the toxic chemical cleaning products in your home and enjoy all-natural homemade cleaning products by just using a few natural ingredients. Here I share my favorite essentials for natural cleaning and DIY aromatherapy cleaning recipes.

Natural ingredients are not just better for your health, your family, your pets, and the environment as previously discussed in 5 Reasons to Go Green This Spring but they also save you money! These inexpensive, non-toxic cleaning solutions will also leave your home smelling great!

Once you make over your cleaning routine you will enjoy a naturally clean home that is environmentally friendly and safe for you, your family, pets, and Mother Earth. 

Essential DIY Natural Cleaning Ingredients

Here is a list of essential ingredients I use when making homemade essential oil cleaning recipes, you may have some of these on hand already in your home also.

Castile Soap

Lifts dirt and grime, cuts grease, and tough stains. This is a must-have for any DIY soap recipe. Perfect for foaming soaps, laundry detergents, homemade dish soaps, and other natural cleaning recipes. Dr. Bronner’s is my favorite unscented castile soap. You can buy it locally or purchase here.

Baking Soda

Baking soda is great for absorbing and eliminating odors around the home. It also offers gentle scrubbing action so you can also use it for cleaning countertops, sinks, and tubs. I use aluminum-free baking soda.  Purchase Here

White Vinegar

 White vinegar is used in many natural cleaning recipes because it is naturally antibacterial and antifungal. In addition, it removes grease and grime and dissolves mineral deposits. Avoid using on natural stone surfaces like granite, marble, or soapstone because the acid can damage these natural surfaces over time. Purchase Here

Fresh Lemons

Lemons are a simple and easy way to clean and deodorize the microwave and the garbage disposal.  Purchase at your local grocery store or Farmers Market. 

Glass Spray Bottles

Glass spray bottles are best for DIY natural cleaning products. The 8 oz  size is perfect to use because it is enough for several cleaning sessions and not too big and bulky. It is best to make new cleaners every 1-2 months so this size fits perfectly into that time frame.  Purchase Here.

Salt

Table salt is effective for scouring hard surfaces because it is naturally abrasive. Salt can get out rust, soap scum, and grime. I use Himalayan sea salt instead of the typical sea salt in my diet so I tend to use this in my DIY recipes as well. Use what you have on hand. 

Borax

Borax has been used for over 100 years in household cleaning and for laundry. It doesn’t harm the environment or absorb through the skin. It can be toxic if ingested so keep it away from children. Use it as a laundry booster, stain remover, toilet cleaner, and more. Purchase Here

Best Essential Oils for Cleaning

DIY Essential Oil Cleaning Recipes

DIY All-purpose Surface Cleaner

  • 3/4 cup distilled water
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 15 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)  essential oil
  • 15 drops orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil
  • 8 oz glass sprayer

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a glass spray bottle and shake to combine. To use, shake well and spray on the desired surface and wipe clean.

Please note: Lemon essential oil or grapefruit essential oil are also great alternatives to orange essential oil.

Pine Floor Cleaner

  • 1 gallon of water
  • 2 tablespoons of castile soap
  • 15 drops of scotch  pine (Pinus sylvestris) essential oils
  • 5 drops of thyme

Place all ingredients into a mop bucket or in the kitchen sink with the drain closed. Use a mop to clean floors with the floor cleaner.  No rising necessary, allow to air dry. 

Please note: Bergamot, lemon, rosemary, peppermint,  and eucalyptus are also great substitutes for thyme essential oil.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

  • 1 cup White vinegar
  • 1 cup Baking soda
  • 1/4 cup Salt
  • 10 drops Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil
  • 8 oz glass spray bottle
  •  Container with shaker lid sprinkle lid ( a large recycled spice shaker works great)

Add vinegar to a glass spray bottle and set aside. Add baking soda, salt, and tea tree essential oil together in the container and mix well.  Spray vinegar into the toilet bowl, then sprinkle in the powder mix. Let fizz reaction occur, add more vinegar if needed. Let sit for 15 minutes. Scrub with a toilet brush. Flush when done.

Now that you have the basics, I hope you enjoy a naturally clean home that is environmentally friendly and safe for you, your family, pets, and Mother Earth. 

Where to purchase essential oils and related supplies

Not all essential oils are created equal; in fact, the quality can vary significantly from one brand to another. That’s why, in my aromatherapy practices and products, I exclusively rely on essential oils from trusted sources like Mountain Rose Herbs and Aromatics International. These two companies have earned my trust due to their unwavering commitment to quality. They subject their oils to rigorous testing to ensure purity and potency, and their dedication to fair trade practices further aligns with my values. Sadly, some unscrupulous companies or oil brokers dilute their essential oils with subpar ingredients, compromising their therapeutic benefits. With Mountain Rose Herbs and Aromatics International, I can confidently provide my clients with the purest and most effective essential oils available

Photo Credits:

  • Essential oils oranges by Matke Wariatka (Deposit Photos)
  • Essential oil bottles with medicinal herbs by Duskbabe (Deposit photos)

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