One of the first things I did as soon as I got my first essential oil kit was throw out my Windex and make a toxin-free, chemical-free glass & surface cleaner myself. 

I knew this was a priority for me because according to research by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside our homes has been found to be 5x’s more polluted than the air outside our homes. Isn’t that mind-boggling?! Who would’ve thought! But it makes sense because if you read the back of any of your cleaning products, you’ll see that so many of them have such poisonous toxins that are noxious for you & your family’s health. All the more reason to make these natural glass & surface cleaners at home yourself!

Not only is it safer to make your own cleaning solutions, it’s also cheaper in the long run, more effective, and my recipe in particular is multi-purpose. I use this same homemade natural cleaner to wash my fruits & vegetables. Take THAT Windex!

Why did I choose Lemon, Grapefruit, & Rosemary essential oil as the blend? Great question!

All citrus oils are both cleansing to the environment and uplifting to mood. Citrus oils are powerful cleansers that help to break down grease, grime, and oily residue. Rosemary is both cleansing and disinfecting. It’s an excellent germ killer and can be used to support a healthy immune system. The 3 oils together smell fresh, bright, and uplifting!

Here are some more fun facts about each of the oil (if you’re into the science of it all like I am):

The Lemon essential oil is what makes this green clean solution effective as a cleansing agent that purifies the air and surfaces. It can be used aromatically, topically, & internally. Taken internally, Lemon provides cleansing and digestive benefits and supports healthy respiratory function.* When diffused, Lemon is very uplifting and energizing and has been shown to help improve mood. Just make sure to avoid sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after topical application and keep out of reach of children. Test a small sample first to make sure your skin is not overly sensitive to it. Diluting with fractionated coconut oil can help soothe sensitivity. 

Grapefruit essential oil can provide an uplifting environment due to its invigorating and energizing aroma, while acting as a purifying agent when added to a skin care routine. doTERRA’s, in particular, (which is the highest quality EO out there & I’ve tried TONS over the years) can be used aromatically, topically, internally, & without dilution. Just be sure to avoid sunlight or UV rays for up to 12 hours after applying the product. Also, like with anything, test a small sample first to make sure your skin is not overly sensitive to it. 

Rosemary essential oil, aside from its culinary uses, is frequently used in aromatherapy for its energizing scent. Taken internally, it helps to reduce nervous tension & occasional fatigue. It can be used aromatically, topically, internally, & without dilution. Just keep out of reach of children & avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, & sensitive areas.

If you’re new to Essential Oils, I recommend starting with the Family Essentials or Home Essentials Kit. Both kits contain the top 10 essential oils I recommend every home must have.

The main question to ask yourself is, “Do I want the smaller 5ml bottles in the Family Essentials Kit or the larger 15ml bottles with a free diffuser in the Home Essentials Kit?” You can get started with either kit HERE & click the "Join and Save" Button on the top menu bar, scroll all the way down & click "Join doTERRA", click "Continue" at the top menu bar, select the kind of customer you'd like to be, fill out your information so we know where to ship the items to, and select the kit from there! If you have ANY questions whatsoever, don't hesitate to contact me & I'll get back to you immediately. 

No matter which kit you choose, you will have the oils you need to get started with toxin-free living. Plus, if you sign up as a wholesale customer, you get 25% off of this purchase and ALL other purchases from doTERRA!

Once you buy your kit, watch my video on the Top 10 Essential Oils that'll likely be in your kit on how you can start using the essential oils in your everyday life, or browse my other blog posts for my how-to recipes. 

If you love the idea of making this solution, make sure to Pin the recipe photo above to your board so you don't forget it! Thanks for reading & happy oiling!

Wondering about other ways to use essential oils? 

You can download this free eBook that includes 100 Uses for Essential Oils.