How To Make Your Own Natural Air Freshener Dated: 11 June,2013 Today on the market there are many room fresheners, but have you ever wondered are they completely harmless and are not making any harmful effect on your health when you inhale? Most of the sprays contain chemicals that could harm your health! Those who suffer from asthma, in particular could be affected by this problem, in the form of allergies, headaches and even depression! Therefore, here are a couple tips how to make yourself a natural, pleasant room freshener. Natural oils Use the scented oils as a freshener for your home. Here are some common essential oils and their benefits: Lavender: improves sleep quality and calms the nervous system Basil: helps relieve headaches Rosemary: stimulates the mind and improves memory Clary sage: calms the nervous system Clove oil: helps relieve nasal congestion and also contains aphrodisiac qualities Lemon: acts as a natural antidepressant and calms anxiety Orange: refreshes and relaxes How to make: Take a tablespoon of your favorite scent of natural oil, mix it with half a cup of vinegar and two cups of water. Pour the liquid into sprinkler bowl and your natural freshener is ready! Floral extracts Turn your favorite floral aroma into a home freshener. How to make: Take some leafs from jasmine, rose, or lavender(by your scent) and boil them in water on medium heat for about 30 minutes. Allow to cool, strain the water, pour it into sprinkler bowl and the room freshener is ready! Spices Take one tablespoon of your favorite spices such as cinnamon, carnation, cloves and similar, and boil them at a high temperature for about 20 to 25 minutes. Pour into sprinkler bowl and let your house smell like India. Advice: Before using shake well and spray! Candles from beeswax Don’t spend your money on expensive scented candles. Make yourself some candles from beeswax because it emits a soft scent and refresh your home.
Posted on: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:51:23 +0000