If you have kids, you know a good stain remover for clothes is a necessity. My boys love playing outside which is great, but their clothes suffer. In my quest for all natural home and beauty products, I found a DIY stain remover for clothes that does what it says!!
So skip the store and whip up a batch of this stain-fighting spray instead. You just need castile soap, vegetable glycerin, water and lemon essential oil.Â
You will also need a glass spray bottle, which makes it easy to apply this recipe to stained items, you just have to spray it on. This is a plus because if you are pressed for time and a stain happens, just grab the spray and spritz away!
Lemon oil has many benefits and uses, stain-fighting is just one of them. Lemon essential oil is a great natural stain remover, even on grease and gum.
DIY Stain Remover Spray Recipe
There are many benefits to making your own homemade stain remover. You can save money by not having to purchase a commercial stain remover. Homemade stain remover is also an effective and environmentally friendly way to clean your clothes. *affiliate links
- 2 tablespoons of Vegetable Glycerin
- 2 tablespoons of Castile Soap
- 3/4 cups of Distilled or Filtered Water
- 10 drops of Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus limon)
- 8 oz Glass Spray Bottle
Directions:
- Add all ingredients into 8 oz glass spray bottle.
- Place top on and shake well.
- To use, shake well and spray liberally to stain. Lightly rub fabric together to get remover into stain. If possible treat stain immediately with stain remover spray and allow to soak before washing in machine.
Essential Oil Recipe Tips
-When using essential oils for cleaning be sure to use only high quality, therapeutic essential oils.
-Lemon essential oil is an excellent choice for this laundry stain remover but you can try different essential oils in this recipe.
-If you have an old, set in stain, you can try lemon essential oil directly on the stain. Then immediately wash the item in the wash machine. If you pretreat and let the lemon oil sit there, it could discolor the fabric yellow. So, don't do that. Only apply lemon oil directly on fabric if you are ready to wash the item immediately.
-Spray works best if the stain has not already been washed and dried. Once washed and dried the stain is usually pretty set into the fabric.
Natural Cleaning Recipes
Making natural home cleaning products can be empowering, once you see there are homemade items you can use that are cheaper and better for you, you will be hooked! I hope that you will give this homemade fabric stain remover recipe a try.
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More Homemade Essential Oil Recipes
As more and more people are interested in living a natural lifestyle, the use of essential oils has become popular for many home remedies. Essential oils can be used to treat various ailments, from anxiety to colds. Here we'll share more essential oil home remedies that are safe and effective.
Cold Sore Essential Oil Blends
If you're one of the lucky ones who doesn't suffer from cold sores, you may not know what a nuisance they can be. Not only are they unsightly and uncomfortable, but they can also be quite contagious. If you or a loved one is prone to getting cold sores, here are a few essential oils that may help.
Lavender oil is known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, so it can help to soothe the soreness and speed up the healing process. Tea tree oil is another great choice; it has antibacterial and antiviral properties that can help to get rid of the infection quickly. Peppermint oil is also effective against viruses, and it can help to reduce inflammation and pain. Get the cold sore essential oil blend recipes here.
Sore Throat Essential Oil Blends
If you are one of the many people who suffer from a sore throat, you know how irritating it can be. A sore throat can make it difficult to speak or swallow, and is often accompanied by a cough or fever. Luckily, there are some essential oil blends that can help relieve the symptoms of a sore throat. Get these essential oil blends can help soothe a sore throat at home.
How to Use Essential Oils for Pain
Aches and pains are part of life, but they don't have to control it. Essential oils can be a natural and effective way to help manage pain. Whether you're dealing with occasional discomfort or chronic pain, there's an essential oil that can help. Here's a guide to using essential oils for pain relief.
Dry Skin Essential Oils for Your Daily Routine
If you are like most people, you probably think of essential oils as a way to scent your home or make your own beauty products. However, did you know that essential oils can also be used to improve your skin health? Using essential oil topically can remedy dry skin when added to your skincare routine. Find out the best essential oils for dry skin and oil blends for renewing skin health!
Essential Oils for Toothaches
If you're like me, you probably try to avoid going to the dentist at all costs. But sometimes, a toothache can be too much to bear and you have to go. In the meantime try these home remedies for toothaches! They may help ease the pain until you can get in to see the dentist.