Aromatic Cleaning Recipes

Having improved your background knowledge of essential oils (EO) and the home cleaning possibilities in our previous issue, be sure to save these life-changing recipes.

Tea Tree Shower Spray

Ingredients

• 90 ml water
• 30 ml 190-proof alcohol
• 30 drops Tea Tree EO
• 15 drops Lemon EO
• 15 drops Rosemary EO

Instructions

Pour the alcohol into a 150 ml glass spray bottle.

Add the essential oils.

Allow this blend to sit for about an hour.

Add the water.

Close the bottle and shake well.

Spray in bathroom and shower stall. Use after every shower to discourage germs and mould from accumulating.

Bathroom Scrub

Ingredients

• 10 drops Pine EO
• 10 drops Eucalyptus EO
• 10 drops Lemon EO
• 1 cup baking soda
• 3 tablespoons Castile soap
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

Combine essential oils and Castile soap.

Add vinegar.

Mix with baking soda.

Use as abrasive scrub to help remove soap scum, buildup and grime.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Castile soap
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 10 drops Tea Tree essential oil

Instructions

Mix all ingredients in small bowl and stir.

Transfer to squeeze bottle or another container. Squirt around toilet and scrub with brush.

Carpet Freshener

Ingredients

• 15 drops essential oils of choice (Lemon, Tea tree, Rosemary)
• 1 cup baking soda

Instructions

Pour baking soda into glass jar.

Add essential oils.

Sprinkle on carpet and let sit a minimum of 15 minutes or overnight then vacuum.

In 2022 Lindie was introduced to essential oils and soon began her journey into aromatherapy. After completing her Clinical Aromatherapy course, she expanded her knowledge by exploring reflexology and Ayurveda to enhance her expertise and continue helping others achieve optimal health.

Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The use of information in this article is at the reader's own risk. The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have, and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.
*Always consult an Aromatherapist for safe use of essential oils