Making DIY Household Products to Save Money and Reduce Waste 💰🌱

Hello there! 👋

Are you tired of spending money on cleaning products that not only harm the environment but also your wallet? What if I tell you that you can make your own household products using natural ingredients at a fraction of the cost? 🤔 In this blog, I will be sharing some DIY household products that can save you money and reduce waste. Let’s get started!

DIY All-Purpose Cleaner 🧹💦

One of the most commonly used cleaning products is an all-purpose cleaner. Most store-bought cleaners contain harmful chemicals that can damage your health and the environment. With this DIY recipe, you can make your own all-purpose cleaner using natural ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup white vinegar 🍶
• 1 cup water 💦
• 10-15 drops of essential oil 🌿 (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the white vinegar and water in a spray bottle.
2. Add in 10-15 drops of your favourite essential oil (peppermint, lemon or lavender).
3. Shake well before use and start cleaning!

DIY Furniture Polish 🪑✨

Another commonly used cleaning product is furniture polish. Most furniture polishes contain chemicals that can cause respiratory problems and skin irritation. This DIY recipe will not only make your furniture shine but also protect it from damage.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. olive oil 🫒
• 1/4 cup white vinegar 🍶
• 1/4 tsp. lemon essential oil 🍋

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a spray bottle.
2. Shake well before use.
3. Spray on your furniture and wipe with a clean cloth.

DIY Laundry Detergent 🧺👚

Laundry detergent is an essential household product that we cannot do without. Most store-bought detergents contain chemicals that can cause skin irritation and harm aquatic life. With this DIY recipe, you can make your own laundry detergent using natural ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 bar of castile soap 🧼
• 1 cup washing soda 🧂
• 1 cup baking soda 🍰
• 1/2 cup citric acid 🍋
• 1/2 cup coarse sea salt 🌊

Instructions:

1. Grate the castile soap and mix it with the washing soda, baking soda, citric acid, and sea salt.
2. Store in an airtight container.
3. Add 2-4 tablespoons of the detergent to your laundry load.

DIY Dishwasher Detergent 🍽️🧼

Store-bought dishwasher detergents can be expensive and contain harmful chemicals. This DIY recipe will help you make your own dishwasher detergent using natural ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup washing soda 🧂
• 1 cup baking soda 🍰
• 1 cup citric acid 🍋
• 1/2 cup coarse sea salt 🌊

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
2. Store in an airtight container.
3. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the detergent to your dishwasher load.

Final Thoughts 💭

Making DIY household products is not only cost-effective but also better for the environment. By using natural ingredients, you are reducing your carbon footprint and avoiding chemicals that can harm your health. These recipes are just the tip of the iceberg; you can experiment with different ingredients and essential oils to find your own perfect recipe.

Thank you for reading! 💚