DIY Home Deodorizer Spray
I went a little crazy a few months back buying essential oils. Now I’m trying to come with different ways to use them in my home. One easy way is making your own DIY Home Deodorizer Spray. With three cats, two kids and a husband, my home often needs a boost of freshness. This spray is super fast to whip up and it takes on the scent of whatever essential oil you use in it.
DIY Home Deodorizer Spray
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Besides essential oil, you probably already have the other ingredients as they are items used often in the kitchen. Grab some baking soda from your pantry, lemon juice from your fridge, hot water from your faucet and your favourite essential oil. I used orange essential oil in mine because I love its invigorating scent!
Add the baking soda to the hot water and stir till its dissolved. Then, add your lemon juice and essential oil and stir. I poured the mixture into my spray bottle with a funnel to limit the mess. Give it a shake and spray away!
The oil will separate from the water so always shake it to combine before you spray. This particular bottle is downstairs in John’s domain. The poor guy is uber smell sensitive so I think this will help freshen things up.
I made a pinnable collage with the recipe for you to pin for easy access.
What essential oil will you use in your Home Deodorizer Spray?
DIY Home Deodorizer Spray
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 6 drops of lemon juice
- 20 drops of essential oil
- Dissolve baking soda in hot water. Add lemon juice and essential oil. Mix to combine. Store in a spray bottle.
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Can you spray this deodorizer spray on furniture?
I realize you would have to go easy so as to not leave residue but I know Febreeze makes the kind you can apply straight to cloth. Wondering if this is the same? Thanks!
I’ve never tried it, but it should be ok!
I just made this, and it is great. I used lavender but will be using other oils. I must really put this receipt away and not lose it.
My husband and I love your deodorizing spray. Thanks for making it a printable recipe.
Beware using essential oils containing phenol it is potentially toxic to cats. Some of the oils that contain phenol are: Peppermint, Lemon Oil, Lavender Oil, Melaleuca Oil
Tea Tree Oil,Cinnamon Bark Oil, Wintergreen Oil,Thyme Oil, Birch Oil. This is a partial list. . There are also oils that pregnant women should avoid. There are oils that shouldnot be used on babies and children under 3, such as: Oregano, Cinnamon (Leaf & Bark), Fennel, Thyme Red, Citronella, Bay, and Clove. These oils contain higher levels of irritating chemical compounds that could damage the skin, lungs or lead to sensitization.
Know your oils! Be aware of how to use them safely and in what quantities. Research and study EOs before using.
Great post, thanks so much! I am going to try this with lavender
II’m not really into the essential oils tho.