Natalie Pick

Why do we clean our homes with essential oils?

1. Chemicals

Many cleaning products contain harmful chemicals that affect our respiratory system, our hormonal balance, our immune system and even our emotional well-being. A 2018 study from Norway found that people working in professional cleaning have lung damage comparable to smoking 20 cigarettes a day for 10 to 20 years. (https://www.uib.no/en/news/115228/household-cleaning-can-be-bad-smoking-lung-function)

Even seemingly harmless ingredients such as “fragrances” can hide hundreds of potentially harmful substances. When we cleanse with essential oils, we know that we need pure nature and that the products contain no additives or harmful ingredients. I use dōTERRA Switzerland essential oils and products and also make many cleaning products myself.

Another example. Have you heard of triclosan? Triclosan is added to soap formulations as an active ingredient because it can inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi. This antimicrobial property has made it a popular choice in antibacterial soaps, where it is said to reduce the risk of infection and promote good hygiene practices. It was banned in cosmetics in the EU in 2015. However, it is still allowed in body soap, shower gels, deodorant sticks, face powder, make-up, mouthwash and toothpaste.

2. Save money

Since I’ve been cleaning with essential oils, I’m definitely saving money on household products. I make my own soaps and need dōTERRAS On Guard cleaning concentrate for a lot of things. As it is highly concentrated, I dilute it depending on the household area. Thanks to the concentration, it also lasts a long time. I only have to buy a new one about every 6 months and one costs me 19 euros. To make your own glass cleaner, you only need 3 products that don’t cost much: distilled water, cleaning vinegar and lemon oil. Super simple. We have lots of recipes for you in our customer area. If you are not yet a customer, click here.

3. Healthy for children and animals

We all want a clean home for our own wellbeing and that of our loved ones. However, it is important to be aware that the cleaning products we use can unintentionally harm the very people we are trying to protect. Particles from cleaning sprays can remain in the air long after cleaning, and the residues of these products on surfaces can penetrate our skin barrier, enter our bloodstream and endanger our health. If you have pets, just check which oils are not good for our pets and leave them out of recipes. dōTERRAS On Guard Cleaning Concentrate is safe to use.

4. Scent experience during cleaning

I remember our first apartment in the USA. Our bathroom was rather old and I used strong detergents to keep it clean on a weekly basis. Every time after I cleaned it I felt dizzy and had to sit down for a few minutes. This was not meant to be. These days I love to incorporate my favorite scents into recipes. Eucalyptus and lavender are a great blend and it smells like a spa. Cleanse your bathroom with these oils and you can breathe deeply and benefit from the oils. This is a win win situation.