Safe, natural, and environmentally friendly cleaning tips and recipes.
MUST HAVE BASICS
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FACTS
• Many household cleaners contain toxic chemicals. These chemicals may cause short-term and long-term health problems when you use them. 1
• Children are often more vulnerable to chemical exposure during developmental stages, and certain chemicals may interfere with the development of their neurological, endocrine, and immune systems. 2
Main route of exposure:
— Eating— Drinking
— Breathing— Touching
• Younger children have higher respiratory rates than adults, therefore they absorb more air contaminants per unit of weight, meaning they experience a higher inhaled dose. 2
• According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the air inside a typical home is 200 – 500 percent more polluted than the air outside mainly due to toxic household cleaning products.
No need to compromise your health for a clean house!
BAKING SODA Absorbs and eliminates odor. Use to clean countertops, sinks, and tubs. Sprinkle some baking soda on your carpet and vacuum after 15 minutes for a fresher look and feel.
WHITE VINEGAR Contains natural antifungal and antibacterial properties. Cuts grease and dissolves mineral deposits.
CASTILE SOAP Lifts dirt, cuts grease, and eliminates tough stains. Pour a small amount over baking sheets and pans then scrub for a few minutes, and you’ ll have clean, shiny results.
SALT Salt is an effective scouring agent. Pour salt mixed with hot water down the kitchen sink regularly to deodorize and keep grease from building up. Mix salt with Lemon essential oil and use to remove stubborn coffee and tea cup stains.
dōTERRA FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL
-or- OLIVE OIL Great natural cleaner and polisher. Rub it into leather or polish wood surfaces.
BEST ESSENTIAL OILS FOR CLEANING
• Lemon
• Lime
• Wild Orange
• Douglas Fir
• Eucalyptus
• Melaleuca( Tea Tree)
• Purify Cleansing Blend
• Thyme
• Peppermint
• dōTERRA On Guard ® Protective Blend
• dōTERRA On Guard Cleaner Concentrate
TIP: Replace toxic air fresheners with a diffuser
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