Essential oils have been the new rave in recent years although they have been around since Ancient Egypt. Whether you use them with a diffuser or simply by themselves, there are many benefits to using oil in and around the home. They can be used in many different ways for your health as well.
Though oils can get pricey, they come out in drop and tend to last for quite some time. Since there are so many different ways to use them, you’re sure to find something that works for you while not breaking the bank. Just make sure you purchase quality oil!
Whether you’re cleaning with them to avoid the use of unwanted, potent smells and chemicals, like bleach, or to keep insects and rodents away, the possibilities seem endless. But even so, we picked out 65 different ways to use these life-altering oils.
Take a look through the slides and see which methods you’d like to try!
Note: always dilute your essential oils before using them.
Need a little something for everything? This chemical-free all-purpose cleaner is all you’ll need to keep the house looking and smelling fresh! You can find out how to make it
here.
These eye-catching essential oil diffusers are sure to keep your guests talking. They’re subtle but also easy to admire. The best part is that they aren’t difficult to make. See how to do it
here.
3) DIY Toilet bowl cleaner
Looking to avoid chemicals when cleaning the bathroom? Try this
recipe (one of many) to keep your toilet bowl clean. Who doesn’t want a clean toilet?
4) Goo and crayon remover
If you have kids who love to color, you just might find random crayon stains throughout the house. But all is not lost! With
this cleaner, you’ll have it out in no time!
5) Daily shower and tub cleaner
Many of us like to spray the shower and tub down after using it. But with all those toxins in cleaning products, it can be difficult to do convince oneself to take the risk every day. With
this cleaner, you don’t have to worry!
Many people try to avoid pesticides and for good reason. They’re a form of harmful chemicals. Lemongrass, eucalyptus, peppermint, tea tree oil, and others are said to be natural bug repellents. Find out how to
utilize them here.
Have leather furniture? You can clean your leather with essential oils. Lucky you! All you need is 10 drops of lemon oil and 1/2 cup of olive oil.
Tired of spending money on all of those expensive wipes? Why not
make your own? Some of the best essential oils for disinfecting include, cinnamon, thyme, and tea tree (just to name a few).
Here is a list of the most disinfecting essential oils and suggestions for blends.
Want some suds that are soft on your hands and tough on your dirty dishes? Try
this homemade dish soap! It’s sure to get those dishes clean.
Reeds are a popular design and for good reason. Just look at how tasteful they are. If you have any extra glass bottles lying around, give this
DIY a try!
11) Homemade repellent with geranium
Geranium can be used to repel all sorts of insects including mosquitoes, flies, cockroaches, ants, fleas, and more. To use as a repellant for your skin, mix 8-10 drops of geranium oil with a tablespoon of carrier oil. Then apply it to the exposed skin.
Before applying everywhere, test a small patch of skin first!
Not many people want spiders in their homes. If you’re one of them, you can use essential oils to help repel the creepy crawlies. Mix 15 drops of peppermint oil with water in a spray bottle and spritz the cracks and crevices of your rooms. Make sure not to use too much. You don’t want to cause mold!
You can also put some peppermint oil on a cotton ball and wipe down the baseboards as well as place them in corners of the room.
All you need are water beads, water, and essential oils. It works as a diffuser through evaporation. How awesome is that? Find out how to do it
here.
Plug-ins are quite useful. But would you believe that you can make your own? When the plug-in runs dry, simply add oil and water. Mix it together well and you’re all set to plug it back into the wall. You can learn how to do so
here.
Ready to hear about the easiest diffuser ever? All you have to do is put some essential oil-infused cotton balls into a bowl. Don’t have a bowl you can use around the house? Simply place the cotton balls in discreet areas.
There aren’t many things better than clean linen. You can make your own using essential oils to freshen up the couch, mattress, pillows, and more. Find out how to do so
here.
17) Toilet Paper Diffuser
You can freshen up your bathroom with this easy step! Simply squeeze a few drops of your favorite scent onto the inner cardboard tube of a toilet paper roll. Every time the toilet paper is used, you’ll get a fresh scent!
Keeping your dishwasher clean is a must! A couple of drops of lemon oil can be added to any dish detergent and ran on a regular cycle. You’ll get a fresh heavenly scent of lemon too!
19) Floral Scented Wax Bars
These wax bars will definitely add some flare to your bathroom. Dried flowers and essential oil? What’s not to love? Find out how to make these decorative bars
here.
Lemon is a great essential oil that can cut through the gunk of a microwave and other kitchen messes. You can find two methods of cleaning a microwave
here. The second method on the page uses essential oil.
21) Erase permanent marker
Kids marking up the house with permanent marker? Lemon oil can help! Just drop some on the stain and scrub with a towel. You might have to use some elbow grease with this one!
22) Fabric softener crystals
A great fabric softener goes a long way. So why aren’t you making your own? It’s incredibly
easy and worth it!
Put several drops of essential oil into a spray bottle along with water and vodka. Spritz it around the house to deodorize and freshen up the place! You can see how to do it
here.
24) Wood Cube Air Fresheners
Add some style with these wood cube air fresheners. To scent wood cubes, it’s as simple as putting them in a jar and shaking. There are also different shapes you can use other than cubes. Find them
here.
25) Terra Cotta Diffuser Magnets
This cool clay design is both appealing to the eye and pleasing to the nose. You’ll need a few supplies. For the complete how-to, click
here.
Worried about harsh chemicals in your detergent? You wouldn’t be alone. There are some concerning things to worry about in some products. Instead, try making your
own detergent.
Pet odors can get pretty strong. To freshen up the room simply choose your favorite oil or oils, fill a spray bottle with 2 cups of water, and add 20-25 drops of the oil of your choice. Shake and spray away!
28) Furnace Filter Diffuser
Want to freshen up the entire house? Simply put a few drops of your favorite oil onto your home’s furnace filter. It will diffuse every time the furnace turns on.
Have shower scum? Tea tree oil can help you scrub it away. Just sprinkle some baking soda onto a damp sponge or towel. Then, add a few drops of tea tree oil. Scrub away!
30) All-Natural Wax Melts
While many people love wax melts, they don’t like the toxic chemicals they contain. These all-natural wax melts don’t contain any of those harmful chemicals. You can get the
DIY instructions here!
Ants are quite the nuisance. To get rid of them, you can make a solution that can be sprayed around the house. Just use 1/4 cup of water, 15 drops of tea tree oil, 15 drops of peppermint or spearmint oil and shake vigorously. Do not use this spray on areas where food is prepared!
You can also apply peppermint to a cotton ball and wipe around the area that the ants are coming in.
32) Gel Air Freshener Jars
Have a small space you want to freshen up? These
jars will do just the trick. You’ll need jars, beads, and essential oils, of course.
A clean mattress is important but often overlooked. Essential oils are a great way to keep your mattress clean. Give it a
try!
34) Baking Soda Coffee Filter Sachets
These cute sachets are easy to make! They’re great for drawers and closets. While you’re at it, why not place them in your shoes? Find out how to make them
here.
35) Get rid of mold and mildew
Mold and mildew are common house culprits. But there are essential oils for that! You just might never purchase store-bought cleaners again! This
spray just might save the day.
Add a few drops of an essential oil to a clothespin and clip it onto a car vent, your furnace vent, or simply when hanging your clothes. The scent will diffuse throughout the room. You’ll be happy you did!
Keeping the floors in your house clean is important. While often overlooked, it can make all the difference. Check out these
instructions on how you can clean your floor naturally.
There are a lot of items that get cut on a cutting board. You want to take care of it in the best way possible. Try
this essential oil cleaner and let the results speak for themselves.
Have an exercise or yoga mat that could use a good cleaning? Try mixing tea tree oil and lavender. Together, they combat germs and smell wonderful. Simply spray it and let dry.
40) Room Freshening Carpet Powder
Everybody loves for a living room to smell wonderful! This DIY powder will have your carpet smelling just that. See what goes into this mix
here. You’ll also find some suggestions on what scents to use.
If you have a dirty oven, you’re not alone. Cleaning it can be a hassle. Try
this DIY oven cleaner and add an essential oil for a nice fragrance.
42) Freshen up the fridge
If you want to keep your fridge smelling fresh, just add 15 drops of lemon oil to the baking soda you normally store inside. It’s that simple!
Nobody likes a smelly trash can. So what can you do about it? Dab some lemon essential oil onto some cotton balls and toss them in. Voilà! You’re done!
44) Deep clean the fridge
Keeping the refrigerator clean helps to keep your food clean and fresh as well. It’s imperative to get in there every once and awhile and give it a
deep clean.
45) Refreshing tissue box
Got a runny nose? A stuffy nose? It’s nothing essential oils and tissue can’t fix. For this, simply squeeze a few drops of essential oil inside of the box. You can find the instructions
here.
You can add your own scents to your clean clothes. Just add about 10 drops of essential oil to unscented dryer sheets or dryer balls.
47) Homemade Floral Potpourri
Potpourri may not be as popular as it once was, but you can still find it in some homes. This potpourri design simply adds its own scent. Find out how to do it
here.
Lemon! It seems like lemon is the secret ingredient, doesn’t it? Add 3 drops of lemon oil to boiling water to get the residue to lift.
49) Deodorize smelly shoes
All you need is baking soda and tea tree oil! Fill a spare sock with a handful of baking soda and then add 5 drops of tea tree oil. Tie the sock and place it inside the shoe for a few hours.
Having a bowl of rice sitting in your home may not be that odd… if it smells good anyway. This diffuser is as easy as adding a 1/2 cup of rice to a bowl and adding 15-20 drops of an essential oil of your choice. Then mix.
51) Mask the smell of paint
Not everybody loves the smell of fresh paint. If you’re one of them, add 2-3 drops of eucalyptus or lavender oil to every gallon of paint.
52) Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace
With all of the benefits of essential oils, it might be not be a bad idea to keep them around. Sometimes, literally. These necklaces will keep the comfort of essential oils near at all times. Find out how to make them
here.
If you’re able to bend a spoon, have at it! To achieve this design, add coconut or olive oil to the spoon along with some essential oil. There you have it! Just let the flame do the rest.
54) Get rid of fruit flies
Tired of the buzz? Tired of your fruit going bad? Peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass and lavender oils are all options to help fend off those annoying buzzes. Drop any one of these oils onto a cotton ball and hide them in the room.
Another option would be to dip tea bags in the oil and hang them in the kitchen.
These olive-oil candles can be filled with essential oils. Not only do they look pretty cool, they smell great. For a full list of the supplies and instructions, visit
Little House Living.
Bathroom grout got you down? Don’t fret. Just add some lemon essential oil with baking soda and a splash of dish soap to make a non-toxic solution perfect for cleaning grout.
All you need are sticks and bottles. Squeeze about 20-30 drops of essential oil into the bottom of the bottle for every 8oz of water. You can even decorate the bottles to liven things up. You can find out how to do so
here.
58) Mirror and stainless steel cleaner
Want something to keep your mirror looking squeaky clean and smelling fresh? Try
this minty mirror cleaner. It can even be used on stainless steel.
59) Baking Soda Diffuser Jar
This is pretty cool! It has a very polished look. You can get the instructions on how to turn this mason jar into something a little more interesting
here.
Instead of buying a glass cleaner from the store with chemicals, try this homemade solution. You can find the instructions
here. It’s recommended that citrus-scented essential oils are used.
Those wood dusting sprays might smell nice but they’re packed with toxins. Avoid them with
this DIY spray. Your wood just might thank you.
62) Mojito Scented Gelatin Air Freshener
Do you like mojitos? Who doesn’t? Unfortunately, you can’t drink this recipe. However, you can enjoy the scent. With water, gelatin, and essential oils,
anything is possible.
63) Garbage Disposal Bombs
Garbage disposals can start to smell pretty unpleasant after some time. Nobody wants that. Keep your garbage disposal clean with this
recipe!
64) Felt Feather DIY Air Freshener
These cool felt designs can be hung from your car, laundry room, and just about anywhere! One user even suggested stuffing them with lavender, that way, the stuffing can be changed. Learn how to make these
here!
65) Essential Oil Deodorizer Disks
Baking soda, water, and essential oil can mask even the worst of smells. It even comes in a unique design like these disks. Find out how to make yours
here.
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