Disclaimer: This is what I use in my home but you should only use ingredients
that you trust and have tested in your home. Test a small spot and
wait a day to make sure no damage occurs. Make sure you familiarize yourself
with the products purchased and follow safety protocol listed on the packaging.
Laundry: Washing Soda, Baking Soda, Epsom Salt, Sea Salt, Essential Oil
Mix together in bowl;
1 1/2 cups washing soda
1 1/2 cups baking soda
1/4 cup epsom salt
1/4 cup sea salt
10-20 drops favorite essential oil
Spoon into an air tight jar to store and use 1-2 tbsp per laundry load.
Dish Detergent: Baking Soda, Citric Acid, Epsom Salt, Sea Salt, Citrus Essential Oil
Mix together in a bowl;
1 1/2 cups washing soda
1 1/2 cups baking soda
1/4 cup epsom salt
1/4 cup sea salt
favorite essential oil
Spoon into an air tight jar to store and use 1-2 tbsp per load.
Dish Soap: Castile Soap, Tea Tree Oil, Citrus Essential Oil
1/10 water/soap ratio
In a reusable 32oz soap dispenser;
Fill 3/4 with warm water
4 tbsp dr bronners castile soap
10 drops tea tree oil
10 drops of your favorite citrus essential oil
I always add water first so it doesn't turn into a bubbly mess. After adding all of the ingredients I gently, GENTLY shake the bottle and keep it on my kitchen sink. I use 1-2 pumps to wash dishes and clean my sink.
Glass/Mirror Spray: White Vinegar, Water, Citrus Oil
Mix together in spray bottle;
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 1/4 cups warm water
5 drops of lemon essential oil
Gently shake bottle before each use to mix ingredients. Spray on desired surface and immediately wipe away. I use my microfiber cloths but you can also use cotton towels or newspaper for a streak free shine!
I use this spray for all the mirrors and windows in both my house and car.
Toilet Bowl Cleaner: White Vinegar, Castile Soap
In a bottle mix together;
1 cup White Vinegar
1/2 TBSP Castile Soap
Pour into toilet bowl and scrub with toilet bowl brush.
Sometimes I even pour the ingredients right into the bowl, depends how I feel that day.
Carpet Spot Cleaner: White Vinegar (Strengthener: Castile Soap)
In a spray bottle add;
distilled white vinegar
Spray vinegar directly to carpet and scrub with microfiber cloth until stain is gone. For stubborn stains you can add 1 tsp of dr. bronners castile soap. Gently shake before spraying to affected area.
I use this for ANY carpet stains; dirt, food, coffee, red wine, marker, etc. It is amazing that just vinegar alone will lift almost anything! I also use this vinegar spray for cleaning surfaces in our bathroom, and cleaning electronic devices. (See below)
Couch Disinfectant: Water, Vinegar, Tea Tree Essential Oil
Mix together in spray bottle;
50% distilled white vinegar
50% water
15 drops tea tree essential oil
From a foot away, lightly spray couch and allow to dry completely before using.
Hard Floor Cleaner: Water, Castile Soap, Essential Oil
Mix together in bucket or container;
3 cups hot water (if adding to wet jet I use lukewarm water)
1/2 tbsp castile soap
10 drops favorite essential oils (can be a mixture)
*optional can add 2 cups of distilled white vinegar
I use this mixture when mopping and in our wet jet for our hard wood floors. Multiply recipe for larger areas.
Sink Cleaner: Dish Soap, Baking Soda
In a clean sink;
sprinkle baking soda to cover entire sink and then drizzle a small amount of dish soap.
Scrub using a designated scrub brush and finish by rinsing the sink with warm water!
I try to do this every night as a part of my clean kitchen reset.
Multi-Purpose Spray: Water, Castile Soap, Essential Oil
Mix together in a spray bottle;
1 tbsp dr.bronners castile soap
30 drops tea tree oil
& the rest water.
Gently shake before each use to mix ingredients, spray on desired surface and wipe away!
I use this spray on my kitchen counter, tables, sinks, stove-top, and any other surfaces in my home.
Vinegar Spray FOR TOUGHER SURFACES: Castile Soap, Vinegar, Oil
Mix together in a spray bottle;
1 tbsp dr.bronners castile soap
30 drops tea tree oil
& the rest distilled white vinegar
Gently shake before each use to mix ingredients, spray on desired surface and allow to sit for a few minutes, then wipe away!
I use the vinegar mixture for stubborn stains on my stove top, bathtub, and toilet bowl.
Stovetop/Grout Cleaner: (For Stubborn Stains): Baking Soda, White Vinegar
Mix together in small bowl;
1 tbsp distilled white vinegar
1 tbsp baking soda
*optional- sub hydrogen peroxide for white vinegar for extremely tough spots
Mix together until it makes a thick paste and spread over desired area. Allow to sit for 30 minutes before wiping off completely. If this isn't enough you can reapply, increase amount of time, and use a scrub brush to truly ensure a perfect finish.
I use this for stubborn stains on my stovetop and bathtub, when my multi-purpose spray isn't enough.
Car Fabric Spray: Vinegar, Water, Lemon Essential Oil
Mix together in spray bottle;
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 1/4 cups warm water
5 drops of lemon essential oil
Gently shake bottle before each use to mix ingredients. Spray on desired surface and immediately wipe away with microfiber cloth.
I use this spray on my fabric car seats and car ceiling. Make sure you test spray in hidden area before using everywhere.
Car Window Spray: Vinegar
Add Vinegar into a spray bottle
Spray onto windows and mirrors, and wipe down with cloth. I use my microfiber cloths but you can also use cotton towels or newspaper for a streak free shine!
Electronic Device Cleaner: Distilled White V