The air quality we breathe in has become questionable nowadays. Our surroundings and even our homes are laden with dust, allergens, and toxins. We all put in the maximum effort to keep the air inside our houses clean through regular cleaning and the use of air purifiers. Apart from regular cleaning practices, we can also leverage the power of natural fragrances to cleanse the air and alleviate allergies. Moreover, natural fragrances can fill our space with wonderful scents without fearing synthetic chemicals and toxins.
Let’s find out how we can use natural fragrances in the house, using different methods to gain several benefits.
Use of Essential Oils for Allergen-Free Home
Essential oils have been used for centuries for their natural healing properties. They are also a natural source of fragrance and have a number of other benefits. They can cleanse the air, reduce congestion, and calm nerves. Here are a few essential oils that can help create a healthy atmosphere at home.
Eucalyptus: Eucalyptus essential oil is known for its decongesting and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps open the airways and clear the sinuses. It can also remove pathogens present in the air.
Lavender: Lavender essential oil has an excellent calming effect and promotes relaxation. It also has antimicrobial properties.
Tea tree: This essential oil is an excellent antiseptic. It helps in reducing mold and airborne bacteria.
Lemon: This energizing essential oil is not just a mood booster but also a disinfectant. You can use it to disinfect your countertops and other surfaces without relying on harsh chemicals.
Key advice: Always dilute your essential oil with water and use it in a properly ventilated area. Use machine diffusers to get maximum benefits.
Natural Soy Wax Candles
The candles readily available in the market are usually made of paraffin wax, which may pose health risks. Moreover, if the candles are scented, they are highly likely synthetic. The best way to keep your home free from pollutants is to use natural soy wax candles scented with non-toxic fragrances. Soy candles typically have lower emissions when burned, making them suitable for people sensitive to suspended particles.
Key advice: Choose Dr. Scents’ scented candles, which are made of natural soy wax and free of toxins.
Natural Air Freshener Spray
Get rid of those synthetic and chemical-infused store-bought air fresheners and make your air freshener spray at home using natural fragrances. These sprays will neutralize any bad odor and subtly perfume your place. Here is the magic recipe.
Ingredients:
- Distilled water: 1 cup
- Baking soda : 1 tablespoon (odor neutralizers)
- Essential or aroma oil of choice: 10-12 drops
- Spray bottle
Mix all the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well before every use.
Key advice: Use non-toxic aroma oils from our collection and customize your homemade air freshener. Try out our multipurpose, toxin-free home sprays.
Indoor Plants for Air Purification
Houseplants are the best way to purify indoor air and bring natural fragrance inside the home. Plants like spider plants, peace lilies, and snake plants are nature’s finest air purifiers. To add a natural fragrance, you can also introduce plants like jasmine, lemon balm, and hyacinth. A blend of air-purifying and fragrant plants would create a clean, safe, and calming atmosphere at home.
Natural fragrances are a great solution for keeping your home air smelling fresh and toxin-free. Replace your traditional air fresheners with Dr. Scents’ natural and non-toxic home sprays, soy-scented candles, and aroma oils, and create a safer, cleaner, and healthier environment for you and your loved ones.