“Add two to three drops of lavender oil to your regular detergent or fabric conditioner before you pour it into your washing machine.”
Lemon oil
Lemon is well known for its strong cleaning properties, so it’s no surprise lemon oil is just as versatile.
Yasmin said: “Lemon oil provides a clean, citrus scent without any heavy chemicals and is used to remove bacteria and fungi around the home due to powerful hygienic properties and the ability to attack harmful microorganisms.
“Due to its acidic roots, it works well in all-purpose cleaners for kitchens and toilets, leaving surfaces sparkling. Lemon oil could also be used to clean wood, windows, and carpets.
“For surface cleaning, add five to six drops of lemon oil to 1/8 cup of water in a spray bottle and apply to a cloth before rubbing the surface.”
Peppermint oil
Peppermint oil is great for hygiene as it has antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties.
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