Deep Kitchen Cleaning & Essential Oils

Y’all this week I want to focus on cleaning….the kitchen!!!  This is one of the hardest rooms in my house to keep clean.  Plus there are tons of misleading, toxic chemical cleaners marketed to help you.  I want to help you clean the natural, safe way!

Cleaning the fridge and microwave can be two of the most difficult chores around the house. Caked-on food, mystery stains, and questionable smells can make this a dreaded cleaning job that gets put off until the last minute. If you need a little help, try this DIY Refrigerator and Microwave Cleaner featuring Lemon essential oil for an easy cleaning job and refreshing aroma. 

 Ingredients:

• 1 cup white vinegar
• 2 cups hot water
• 15 drops Lemon essential oil

Instructions

1. Combine the ingredients in glass spray bottle.
2. Spray mixture inside fridge or microwave, then scrub and wipe using damp cloth. 

Lemon oil is one of the most versatile of all the essential oils.  It cleanses and purifies the surfaces and the air.  Add a couple drops to a diffuser to help promote a positive mood.    

Another kitchen chore I dislike…..cleaning out the oven! Burnt-on food, stains, and unpleasant smells can make cleaning the oven a dreaded event. For a simple and natural solution, try this DIY Oven Cleaner with Lemon essential oil. 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup baking soda
• 1 tablespoon coarse salt
• ¼ cup liquid dish soap 
• 5 drops Lemon essential oil

Instructions:

1. Combine ingredients to make a thick paste
2. Apply a generous layer to the inside of the oven and allow to sit for several hours.
3. Clean out with a sponge.

And the final dreaded kitchen appliance to clean…Stove Top.  More burnt on food and stains.  For another simple solution, try this DIY Stove Top Cleaner. 

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup baking soda
• ¼ cup table salt
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 4–5 drops of Purify oil blend

 Directions:  

1. Stir all ingredients together until they form a paste and spread it over the stove top and burners.
2. Leave it on for 15 minutes or longer for hard-to-remove stains.
3. Using a sponge, scrub the mixture into the grime.
4. Remove excess cleaner and wipe surface clean.

Do y’all have any essential oil cleaning receipts that you use?  I would love to hear in the comments below.

Blessings!

XOXO-Alisha