Try these homemade recipes to eliminate household odors and refresh rooms with natural ingredients.
An odor is not just off-putting; it can indicate a potential health risk.
you might also just leave an open box of odor-absorbing baking soda in the fridge.
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Researchers have found that fragrance affects cognition, mood, and social behavior.
Lemon-Basil Room Spray
Freshen up rooms with theclean scent of lemonand basil.
Add four tablespoons of dried basil, and let it steep for a few minutes.
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Line a funnel with a coffee filter, and place it in the opening of a reusable spray bottle.
Attach the spray bottle top and shake to combine the mixture.
Spray the scent around the room to make your house smell good naturally.
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DIY Reed Diffuser
Create a simple version of a reed diffuser using baby oil.
If you’re using a large vessel, you may need to add additional essential oil.
Place rattan diffuser sticks inside the container and gently stir the mixture.
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Set your reed diffuser on a countertop or table to fill the space with fragrance.
First, add a plastic liner to the slow cooker.
Then add two cups of soy wax pellets and set the heat to low.
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Mix thoroughly before carefully removing the liner.
Set the liner inside a liquid measuring cup, folding the excess plastic over the edge of the cup.
Sprinkle dried lavender into your silicone mold and pour the wax mixture on top.
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Linen Spray
This DIY linen spray freshens towels, bedding, clothes, and fabric-covered furniture.
Attach the spray bottle lid and shake to mix well.
Spray linens as needed tokeep them smelling fresh.
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Carpet Deodorizer
Try this homemade carpet deodorizer for a natural way to eliminate lingering smells from your floors.
Start by mixing one cup of baking soda and 12 cup of cornstarch in a medium bowl.
Add five drops of your favorite essential oil and stir to combine.
Use a funnel to pour the mixture into a Mason jar.
Simmer Pot
Coffee is another great odor eliminator.
It contains nitrogen, which helps neutralize smelly odors.
you might also sprinkle coffee grounds in the bottom of the refrigerator or freezer.
Gel Room Scent
Bring one cup of water to boil in a medium pot.
Add four packets of unflavored gelatin and whisk until dissolved.
Add one teaspoon of any essential oil.
Next, mix in one cup of water and one tablespoon of salt and stir.
Pour the mixture into small glass jars and let it cool until the gel is solid.
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84, no.4, 2016, pp.724-751.
