4 Tricks For Cleaning With Lavender
4 Tricks For Cleaning With Lavender
Just like a lot of you out there, I’m the type who’s elated to be constantly creating (read: making a huge mess), but when it comes time to make the house look presentable again, I’d simply rather not. I have found, though, that when the cleaning process is combined with the beauty of aromatherapy, it can truly be quite enjoyable.
Lavender is such a gem when it comes to natural cleaning. The word lavender is actually derived from the Latin lavare, which means to wash. It’s a known disinfectant and deodorizer, and leaves behind a gorgeous, calming scent that instantly relaxes the mind, lifting you up and away. Here are 4 ways you can use this beautiful herb to clean your home!
Fabric softener
½ cup white wine vinegar
5 drops lavender essential oil
Add this mixture to the fabric softener compartment of your washer and fall in love with the soft, beautifully-scented clothing that emerges.
Bathroom cleaner
¾ cup baking soda
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons natural liquid dish washing soap (I use the Meyer’s brand)
½ cup white wine vinegar
10 drops lavender essential oil
You can use this paste to scrub the tub, the sink, the toilet – even tile floors. After scrubbing, rinse with water and dry with a fresh rag.
Carpet freshener
Sprinkle a handful of dried lavender buds onto a rug or carpet and then vacuum them right up. This little trick has made me really enjoy vacuuming lately – it’s awesome.
Glass spray
1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup distilled water
10 drops lavender essential oil
Combine these ingredients in a spray bottle and use as you would any window/glass cleaner. I normally have to look away when using a glass spray so I don’t inhale the ingredients, but this is awesome because if I happen to get a whiff, I can just revel in the relaxation it brings.
These are just a few of the million ways to use lavender in your home – feel free to share more below!
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