Lemon & Lavender Multi-Purpose Spray

LEMON & LAVENDER MULTI PURPOSE CLEANER

The cost of commercial, chemical-based cleaning products can be high, not only to the purse strings but to our long term health, our childrens wellbeing and the pollution of our enviroment.

According to a report by Allergy UK, every year the number of people suffering from allergies such as Asthma, Eczema and Rhinitis (Hayfever) increases by 5%, half of all affected being children.

Such allergies have trebled in the last 20 years. 

Research has shown that persistent contact with numerous chemicals contained in commercial cleaners can aggravate these conditions and should be avoided wherever possible, therefore it makes perfect sense to begin reducing synthetic chemicals in our home environment at once.

Over the past few years I have transitioned into producing my own cleaning products for my home and my clients homes.
The solutions are efficient, safe, non-toxic and extremely cost effective.

This all rounder is a great recipe to get you started, I love this multi purpose cleaner with the combination of energising lemon and calming lavender, it smells simply delicious and can be used for cleaning kitchens, bathrooms and most hard surfaces.

Note: It is important to use glass bottles whenever possible as some oils, vinegars and citrus fruits can break down the plastic and cause it to leach chemicals into the cleaning spray. I recycle my own cleaning bottles from old vinegar and sauce bottles and just add a sterilised spray top.

Note: Lavender oil, although a natural product can be toxic to cats if ingested, so if you do have a cat in the house please be mindful when using this cleaner.

Recipe

1/2 Cup White Vinegar
5 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
Juice of 1 Lemon
2 Cups Filtered Water
Glass spray bottle or jar for storing