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Essential Oils: For Cleaning

1/14/2018

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Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon
|When I first started learning about essential oils and their uses, I was most interested in how they could be used to replace so many of the chemicals I was using on a daily basis in my own home. I went around and did an inventory check in my kitchen and bathroom since I hadn't really thought too much about what I used on my surfaces to clean. 
Please note: This article does not contain healthcare or therapeutic advice. If you are concerned about your health or well-being, speak with a health professional or visit your nearest medical facility in an emergency.

​I was surprised to learn just how many chemicals and toxins are used in household cleaner or even the spray that I was using to clean the mirrors and glass in my home. Sure it was helping to keep things disinfected, but what were the consequences to the health and well-being to myself and my well-being in the long term?

I didn't have the answers, but I knew I wanted to search for more natural solutions so that I could feel like I had done all I could to protect my family against harm, but still maintain a clean house. 

One of the most effective essential oils I use in my own home and encourage others to consider purchasing is Lemon Essential Oil. There are endless uses for Lemon Essential Oil, and one of the most widely used in my own home is for cleaning.

This article will share two of my favourite ways to use Lemon EO for cleaning. I hope this article gives you the encouragement and confidence to consider using more natural products in your own home for the well-being of your whole family.

Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon
Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon

Kitchen Cleaner

Use this all natural cleaner on all the surfaces in your home that you want to naturally disinfect and leave a fresh natural aroma. No rubber gloves required!
​Ingredients
16 oz glass spray bottle
1/4 cup vinegar
2 cups water
10-30 drops essential oil of your choice
Optional: 1 tablespoon castille soap

Instructions
1. Add all ingredients to spray bottle.
2. Shake and your all purpose spray is ready.

Note: The spray bottle pictured is 8 oz, adjust recipe according to the size of your bottle.

Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon
Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon

Glass Cleaner

Use on all glass surfaces in your home for a streak free shine.

Ingredients
16 oz glass spray bottle
1/4 cup vinegar
2 cups water
10-30 drops Lemon Essential Oil

Instructions
1. Add all ingredients to spray bottle.
2. Shake and your all glass cleaner is ready to use.

Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon

​Essential Oil Labels

The labels I used for my spray bottles were found on Etsy. There are lots of choices out there for labels (including do-it-yourself with a blank white sticker and a permanent marker) but these labels are high quality and look great.

The labels from JMEssentialsCo are also easy to apply - follow the directions when you receive your labels for best results. I have not had any issues with mine and have been using the bottles daily for months!
Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon


​JMEssentialsCo |
Etsy retailer featuring customized essential oil labels

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​Are you already using natural solutions in your home for cleaning or other purposes?
​Feel free to share your recipes with us in the comments section below!
Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon

More essential oils DIY articles:


  • ​All Natural Fizzing Bath Bombs
  • Lavender Oatmeal Goats Milk Soap​
  • A Guide to Using a Nebulizing Diffuser for Essential Oils
​

Learn how to make all-purpose spray and glass cleaner using all natural ingredients including lemon essential oil. Also includes access to a DIY library. #essentialoils #doterra #lemon
​Please note: Essential oils are highly concentrated and as such should be used with great care, particularly with children, pregnant women, or those with medical conditions. The statements and information on this website are not intended to diagnose, cure, or prevent disease. This post may contain affiliate links.
18 Comments
Cassandra @ Uncommonly Well link
1/15/2018 07:26:18 am

I just bought a set of brown amber glass spray bottles so I can start making my own DIY cleaners with essential oils! I'm really excited to start. Thanks for these helpful recipes! I'm definitely pinning this for later. :)

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:28:22 pm

Awesome! What combinations of essential oils did you use?

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Kim link
1/15/2018 05:14:09 pm

Great article! I also use non-toxic cleaners in my home. I love crafting my own cleaning products. Lemon is a favorite of mine as well as lemongrass.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:28:42 pm

I just got lemongrass, can't wait to try it out!

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Daria link
1/16/2018 01:40:38 pm

I love fresh scents, the citrusy ones and lemon grass are my favorite. I normaly buy ready, organic cleaners, but making it yourself seems much better: it is personal, on a budget and much healthier. Thank you for sharing these!
Daria
https://www.californiachic.net/single-post/2018/01/14/Golden-Globes-2018

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:29:11 pm

Citrus is my favourite, too!

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Janelle Fulmore link
1/16/2018 02:58:05 pm

Thanks, I’m trying to gather as much info on essentials oils as I can and your site is amazing!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:29:39 pm

That's great! Let me know if you have any specific questions about essential oils that I can help with.

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candy link
1/16/2018 06:34:24 pm

Found you on No Rules Link Party. Love cleaning with essential oils and lemon is the best.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:30:00 pm

Great to hear, Candy!

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Lyndsey link
1/17/2018 04:08:17 am

this is a great article! I knew you could clean with EO's but haven't tried yet. Pinning for later, thank you!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:30:27 pm

I hope you were able to try out cleaning with essential oils. It's amazing!

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Elise Ho link
1/19/2018 04:23:26 pm

I love lemon for everything but if I diffuse lemon oil my daughter always thinks the house smells like cleaning product.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
4/7/2018 05:30:52 pm

I go through a bottle of lemon essential oil each month, it's so amazing!

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Brage link
7/8/2019 08:23:31 am

Aromatherapy and a clean house at the same time!! Winning

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Heather LeGuilloux link
3/7/2020 10:23:32 am

Haha yes! I always feel so much more rested after cleaning the house. It must be the essential oils!

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Celia
2/18/2021 03:05:19 am

Are amber brown bottles a must? Are essential oils light sensitive or can I use clear glass bottles?

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Heather LeGuilloux link
2/20/2021 05:42:01 pm

Hi Celia - I believe amber bottles are recommended as some essential oils can be light sensitive and may lose their potency by being exposed to light.

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