Everyone dreams of a truly effective dishwashing liquid. But let's face it: store-bought options are often either expensive with only moderate cleaning power or cheap yet useless, leaving dishes greasy and films behind.
The solution? Whip up your own at home. As cleaning enthusiasts who've tested countless natural formulas, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results affordably. Here's how:
- Baking soda (bicarbonate of soda)
- White vinegar
- Eco-friendly dishwashing liquid
- Lemon essential oil
- Clean 500 ml dish soap bottle
1. Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to your clean bottle.
2. Pour in 1 tablespoon of white vinegar.
3. Add 100 ml of eco-friendly dishwashing liquid.
4. Drop in 20 drops of lemon essential oil.
5. Top off with water.
6. Shake well to combine.
Your powerful homemade dishwashing liquid is ready to use! Dishes come out sparkling clean, and you'll save big time. Why? Just 100 ml of store-bought liquid stretches to 500 ml homemade—5 times more product for your money.
Pro tip: Swap the dishwashing liquid for black soap or liquid castile soap for an even greener option.
Lemon essential oil is a natural powerhouse—degreasing tough fats while adding shine that store brands can't match. Fat doesn't stand a chance.
For quality lemon essential oil, we recommend this one.
Need baking soda? You'll find some here.
