DIY Natural Bleach Alternative
Ditch the toxic chlorine bleach. Make your own for pennies with this DIY natural bleach alternative recipe. It cleans and whiten naturally.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide 3% solution
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice or 10 drops lemon essential oil
- 1-2 capfuls of Thieves Household Cleaner
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a quart-sized jar or container.
- Use 1 cup of this solution as needed for laundry.
- For tougher cleaning stains, add another 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide to the mixture.
Notes
- About the Ingredients
- Hydrogen peroxide (3% solution you can find at most drug stores) is a fantastic sanitizer and disinfectant.
- It's non-toxic and whitens without harsh chemicals. Lemon juice is a natural cleaner and helps to boost the whitening effects of this recipe. Essential oils are great for cleaning.