Benefits of essential oils: Housekeeping tips

11.11.2023 06:30
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22

Essential oils can be quite beneficial for people who want their house to smell nice.

In housekeeping, you can use them in many different ways, so your house will always smell and feel amazing.

Here are a few ideas for you.

Freshening the Air

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, like lavender or lemon, to a bowl of water.

Place the bowl in different rooms to naturally freshen the air. You can also use an essential oil diffuser for this.

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DIY Air Freshener Spray

Mix a few drops of essential oil with water in a spray bottle.

Shake well and spritz the mixture around your home for an instant burst of fragrance.

Laundry Boost

Add a few drops of essential oil to a cloth or a dryer ball.

Toss it into the dryer with your laundry for clothes that smell delightful.

Deodorizing Carpets

Mix baking soda with a few drops of essential oil (like tea tree oil).

Sprinkle the mixture on carpets, let it sit for a bit, and then vacuum it up for a fresh-smelling room.

Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

Mix water, white vinegar, and a few drops of an essential oil with antibacterial properties (such as tea tree or eucalyptus).

Use this mixture to clean surfaces like countertops, tables, and bathroom areas.

Scented Cleaning Cloths

Add a drop or two of essential oil to a damp cleaning cloth.

Wipe down surfaces with the cloth to leave a pleasant scent behind.

Drawer Sachets

Place a few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball or a small cloth.

Tuck it into drawers or closets to keep your clothes and linens smelling fresh.

DIY Potpourri

Mix dried flowers, citrus peels, and a few drops of essential oil.

Display the potpourri in bowls around your home for a lovely fragrance.
 

Kate Yakimchuk Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource


Content
  1. Freshening the Air
  2. DIY Air Freshener Spray
  3. Laundry Boost
  4. Deodorizing Carpets
  5. Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner
  6. Scented Cleaning Cloths
  7. Drawer Sachets
  8. DIY Potpourri