10 Easy Essential Oil Hacks for a Healthier Home

Feb 10

Written By Nicole

Your home should be a sanctuary—free from toxins and filled with freshness. Essential Oils make it easy to swap out harsh chemicals for natural alternatives while creating a healthier, more inviting space. Whether you’re cleaning, deodorizing, or just adding a touch of nature, these 10 hacks will transform your home in no time.

1. DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

Skip the store-bought sprays and make your own cleaner with just three ingredients: water, vinegar, and Lemon Essential Oil.

Recipe: Combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of white vinegar, and 10 drops of Lemon Essential Oil in a spray bottle.
Use: Great for countertops, sinks, and even windows.

2. Freshen Your Laundry

Ditch synthetic dryer sheets and give your clothes a boost of natural freshness.

Hack: Add 2-3 drops of Lavender or Tea Tree oil to wool dryer balls before tossing them into the dryer.

3. Deodorize Your Trash

Keep your trash can smelling fresh with a simple trick.

Hack: Place a cotton ball with 2 drops of Peppermint or Eucalyptus oil at the bottom of the bin.

4. Refresh Carpets Naturally

Revive carpets and rugs with a homemade deodorizer.

Recipe: Mix 1 cup of baking soda with 10 drops of Wild Orange oil. Sprinkle on the carpet, let sit for 15 minutes, and vacuum it up.

5. Repel Pests Naturally

Keep bugs at bay without harmful sprays.

Hack: Fill a spray bottle with 2 cups of water and 10 drops of Peppermint oil. Spray around doors and windows.

6. Purify the Air

Diffuse oils like Lemon, Tea Tree, or doTERRA’s Purify blend to eliminate odors and refresh your space.

Blend Idea:
- 3 drops Lemon
- 2 drops Tea Tree
- 1 drop Eucalyptus

7. Streak-Free Glass Cleaner

Make your windows and mirrors sparkle naturally.

Recipe: Mix 2 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, and 10 drops of Lemon essential oil in a spray bottle.

8. Deodorize Mattresses

Keep your mattress clean and fresh with this simple trick.

Hack: Sprinkle baking soda mixed with 5 drops of Lavender oil over your mattress. Let it sit for an hour, then vacuum.

9. Enhance Dishwasher Cleaning

For sparkling dishes, add a drop of Lemon essential oil to your dishwasher’s detergent compartment.

10. Natural Bathroom Deodorizer

Skip synthetic sprays and try this easy solution.

Hack: Mix baking soda with 10 drops of your favorite essential oil (e.g., Eucalyptus) in a small jar. Leave it open in your bathroom.

Final Thoughts: A Healthier Home, One Drop at a Time

With these simple hacks, you can create a healthier, toxin-free home that smells amazing. Want more tips and recipes? Subscribe to my newsletter and grab my free ebook, “Essential Oil Guide - Nature’s Power Trio” to start your wellness journey today.

Nicole