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Essential oils are substances containing many volatile compounds and obtained from fresh or dried plants by distillation. They contain many biologically active ingredients that have a beneficial effect on the body. There is a reason why essential oils are used in aromatherapy or as natural skin care products. Many of them have bactericidal and antiviral effects.
However, it is also worth learning about the unusual uses of essential oils. It turns out that they can help us take care of the hygiene at home, make everyday cleaning easier and fight insects and even dust mites. Learn about the unusual uses of essential oils.
Essential Oils: Dust mite control
Dust mites are microscopic arachnids that like humid, warm, and dusty places. A huge amount is found mainly in bedding, mattresses and carpets. They feed on our dead skin, among other things. They are not dangerous on their own, but their feces are the most common allergen, causing chronic runny nose or skin rashes. Dust mites are killed by washing at min. 60 degrees Celsius. It is even easier to get rid of them by adding a few drops of eucalyptus or thyme oil to the detergent.
The mattress can then be cleaned (for example with a sponge) using a solution of water (half a cup), vinegar (half a cup), and eucalyptus oil (two teaspoons). Between washing bed linen and bed linen, it is also worth spraying with a mixture of water and one of the above oils (2 teaspoons per 50 ml of water).
Essential Oils: Repelling insects and pests
Essential oils are an indispensable and, above all, safe method to keep insects and insects away from your home. In the habitats of moths, scales or spiders, it is enough to spread cotton balls soaked in the appropriate oil. For moles, lavender or eucalyptus oil will be most effective. In turn, scare the silverfish with lemon or vanilla oil. You can get rid of ants with clove oil, and basil oil is best for spider fighting. You can also spray areas with insects with water and oil (two teaspoons per 200 ml of water).
Essential Oils: Bad smell in shoes
By using geranium or basil oil, we will also get rid of unpleasant shoe odors. It is enough to pour 1–2 drops of oil inside the shoe and leave it overnight. They will not only remove the smell of sweat, but also have a bactericidal effect.
Essential Oils: Carpet cleaning
Cleaning carpets is a complex activity that often requires specialized equipment. However, there is a much easier way to remove dirt or musty odors. Simply sprinkle the carpet with baking soda mixed with mint, lavender, or lemon oil (a few drops to a few tablespoons of baking soda). After 20–30 minutes, the carpet only needs to be vacuumed.
Essential oils help with cleansing
Essential oils are indispensable for cleaning the kitchen and bathroom. They will instantly refresh and clean your kitchen sink. Add a few drops of bergamot oil to the mixture of baking soda (3 tablespoons) and apple cider vinegar (1 tablespoon). We will effectively get rid of sediment and unpleasant odors from pipes.
If you want a fresh scent in the fridge, add a few drops of grapefruit essential oil to a bowl of baking soda. Place the bowl on one of the shelves in the refrigerator. In turn, for cleaning floors (including wooden ones), you should use tea tree oil or sandalwood oil. You should dissolve a few drops in 2 liters of water. These oils perfectly saturate wood floors, have antibacterial properties and slow down dust settling.
