Cleaners and Soap

There is no need to pull out your rubber gloves and surgical masks when you clean your home. Using essential oils to create your own cleaning supplies is not only safe on the environment, but is safe for your family as well. Click on each link below for a tutorial on how to make your own cleaning supplies.

All Purpose Disinfecting Spray:
16 oz. glass spray bottle
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 3/4 cups water
30 drops essential oil
1 teaspoon borax

Essential oils to try:
A combination of any of the above essential oils would work great in your homemade cleaning spray. Experiment and find what works best for you.

Some suggestions:

15 drops each of Lavender and Lemon
10 drops each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint, and Wild Orange
30 drops On Guard blend
15 drops each of Grapefruit and On Guard

Directions:
Add all ingredients to spray bottle. Shake thoroughly.

Editors Note: 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.

Ingredients:
Shea Butter (or Cocoa Butter)
Coconut Oil (or Almond Oil)
Beeswax
Favorite Essential Oil
Molds

Mix Equal amounts of Shea Butter, Coconut Oil & Beeswax
drop in 5-10 drops of oil. *Note experiment so you
get a mix to your liking.
Combine ingredients into a heavy saucepan over a low
heat melt the ingredients. Stirring occasionally until
completely blended.
Pour into molds and let set 8-10 hrs or until harden.
Pop out of the molds and you are done.
Wrap up or store in a container.

2 oz of each ingredient with a few drops of oil
will make a one 6 oz bar of soap.