Non-Toxic Home Cleaners

For the last several year I have been making my own cleaning products. These are the recipes that I use. If you need information on the essential oils contact me. Note: oils are not created equally most are fragrance grade and will not serve as anti-viral , anti-bacterial, etc.. Young Living Oils are 100% therapeutic grade. That is what you need for the cleaners to be effective.


All Purpose Cleaner
(suggested uses: hard surfaces like countertops and kitchen floors, windows and mirrors)

Option 1
2 cups white distilled vinegar
2 cups water
20-30 drops of an essential oils ( I prefer Young Living's Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Thieves, or a Melaleuca)

Option 2
Dissolve 4 tablespoons of baking soda in a quart of warm water. Wash and rinse.

Option 3
1 cup hot water
1 teaspoon washing soda
2 teaspoons borax
1/2 teaspoon liquid castle soap
10 drops Young Living Lemon oil
3 drops melaleuca
1/4 cup vinegar

Be sure to shake your bottles before use.

Quick Wipe Ups
Lightly apply baking soda to a damp sponge. Wipe and rinse

Creamy Soft Scrub
(Suggested uses: Use this  creamy soft scrub on kitchen counters, stoves, bathroom, sinks, etc. )

2 cups baking soda
1/2 cup liquid castle soap
4 teaspoons vegetable glycerin (acts as a preservative)
5 drops antibacterial essential oil such as lavender, melaleuca, rosemary, or any scent you find pleasing.

Mix together and store in a sealed glass jar, shelf life 2 years.
Tips: For exceptionally tough jobs spray with vinegar first- full strength or diluted- let sit and follow with scrub.

Dry soft scrubs can be made with baking soda or salt (or a combination of both) with 10-15 drops of an essential oil.

Paste: Mix together 3 parts baking soda with 1 part warm water (adjusting for consistency). Clean and rinse.

Furniture Polish
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
20-30 drops lemon oil or preferred oil

Shake well before using.

Dip a clean, dry cloth into the polish and rub wood in the direction of the grain. Use a soft brush to work the polish into corners or tight places.

Tips: To remove water spots rub well with toothpaste. To remove scratches use 1 part lemon juice and 1 part oil, rub with soft cloth.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Option 1
Sprinkle toilet with baking soda, drizzle with vinegar, let soak for at least 30 minutes and scrub with toilet brush.

Option 2
Put 1/4 cup borax in toilet bowl and let sit for 30 minutes. Swish with toilet brush then scrub. A few drops of pine oil can be added for increased disinfecting. (Note-some people are allergic to pine)

Tip: Let ingredients soak for a while to make for east scrubbing, especially on persistent stains.

Drain Opener

1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup vinegar

Pour baking soda down the drain and follow with vinegar. Cover and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Flush with boiling water.

Laundry detergent

1 cup soap flakes
1/2 cup washing soda
1/2 cup borax

Soap flakes can be made by grating your favorite pure soap with a cheese grater. Mix ingredients together and store in a glass container. Use 1 tablespoon per load ( 2 for heavy soiled laundry), and wash in warm or cold water.

Be sure the oils are therapeutic grade to be sure they are antibacterial and antiviral. Therapeutic essential oils have amazing health properties. To learn more and order click here: CLICK HERE