3 Eco-friendly DIY Cleaning Products

When the subject of cleaning products comes up, I always think of harsh smells and scary chemicals. Why have we humans created so many unnatural products? Oh yeah, because they get the job done. But our solutions to the messes of grimy sinks and streaked windows spell trouble for our bodies and the environment.

Did you know that only 1% of toxins are listed on labels? In the US, many products are not required to disclosing their ingredients. And many of the chemicals in ordinary household cleaning solutions are difficult for our bodies to eliminate. Some, like dibutyl phthalate, 2-butoxyethanol, glycol ethers, perchloroethylene and formaldehyde, have been linked to cancer, hormone disruption, birth defects, respiratory disease and more. And it’s not only human health that’s affected, these products also take a toll on the earth. 90% of our cleaning products are not biodegradable or recyclable.

But there’s hope! Natural cleaning products are safe and they work! Below I’ve listed 3 recipes for natural cleaning product are easy to make and 100% safe.

Window\Mirror Cleaner:                                             Toilet Cleaning Powder:

¼ cup rubbing alcohol                                                                1 cup baking soda

¼ cup vinegar                                                                                ¼ cup citric acid

1 tablespoon cornstarch                                                           10 drops lemon essential oil

15 drops lemon                                                                           10 drops lavender essential oil

Empty spray bottle                                                                     10 drops eucalyptus essential oil

Shake before each use.                                                               Store in air-tight container

Liquid Hand/Dish Soap:

½ cup unscented castile soap

2 cups water

10 drops eucalyptus essential oil

10 drops lemon essential oil

Old soap dispenser