Top 10 reasons essential oils are a Must in natural laundry soap!

1. Smells great

Who can resist the fresh floral scent of Lavender or earthy aroma of Patchouli?

The scent of essential oils lingers on your clothes for days! The added benefit of using oils such as Eucalyptus or Tea Tree is that inhalation can soothe respiratory problems.

2.Antimicrobial agents/Natural disinfectants

Studies have proven that essential oils such as Lemon, Lemongrass, Lavender, Tea Tree.. the list goes on and on.. have anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Why use harsh chemicals such as bleach to disinfect clothing when essential oils are a cleaner, safer and much more fragrant alternative.

3.Insect Repellents

Yes, you read right!  Lemongrass and Lavender have insect repelling properties. In Fact, in the past they have been used against lice and mice. Eucalyptus especially, is great for combating dust mites frequently found in bedding.

4.Natural Deodorizer

Do you or someone in your house smoke? Orange and Lemon are the top two choices for getting rid of that nasty smell off your clothes.

5.Cheap

A drop per load is all it takes for the magic of oils to work their charm on your clothes and yourself.

6.Safe for environment

These oils are extracted from fruits, flowers and other plants found readily in nature. They do not release toxic chemicals into the air nor are they a hazard for our drainage systems or marine life.

7.Hypoallergenic ( diluted oils are not skin irritants)

Some essential oils can be skin irritants for example, cinnamon oil is not recommended for laundry. However, most oils, when diluted and used in small quantities will not trigger any allergic reactions or skin ailments. In fact, oils such as Tea Tree and Eucalyptus are recommended to cure fungal infections or just to soothe aching muscles.

8.Brightening and whitening properties

Lemon and Lemongrass oils  have special whitening agents that organically take away the dirt and grime off your soiled clothing, leaving your whites and colors glowing.

9.Makes doing laundry more pleasurable

All essential oils, especially Orange, Eucalyptus and Peppermint  have a way of lifting your spirits and calming your senses. Putting away the clean clothes, fresh from the dryer or drying rack is not a dull chore anymore!

10.Cleans/prevents the mildew from INSIDE your washer

Essential oils  such as Lemon and Citrus not only make the air fresher but can clean our mold or mildew that grows inside the washer due to residue left behind by synthetic cleaners or fabric softeners.

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