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3 Simple Natural DIY Air Freshener Recipes – Ditch Air Wick for Good

3 Simple Natural DIY Air Freshener Recipes – Ditch Air Wick for Good

Tired of relying on Air Wick to keep your home fresh?

It's handy for tackling odors, but the cost and chemicals add up quickly.

I've switched to these natural alternatives that deliver the same results for pennies. As someone who's tested countless homemade scents, these are my go-to recipes.

Here are 3 ultra-easy ways to make your own fragrance diffusers at home:

3 Simple Natural DIY Air Freshener Recipes – Ditch Air Wick for Good

Contents
  • Recipe #1
  • Recipe #2
  • Recipe #3
  • Results

Recipe #1

Fill a saucepan with water and add a handful of lemon and orange peels (lemon slices work too). Include a handful each of eucalyptus, rosemary, thyme, and peppermint leaves.

Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. The rising steam diffuses invigorating natural aromas throughout your home. Quick, effortless, and effective.

Recipe #2

Follow Recipe #1, but simmer for just 5 minutes. Let it cool, then strain into a spray bottle.

Spray this homemade freshener in kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, and closets. Store extras in the fridge for weeks of use. Convenient and versatile.

Recipe #3

In an airtight jar, combine lemon and orange peels, eucalyptus, rosemary, thyme, and peppermint leaves.

Fill with high-proof alcohol like vodka or gin. Let macerate for at least 3 weeks, strain finely, and transfer to a spray bottle. Mist around your home for lasting freshness. Inexpensive and potent.

Results

These straightforward recipes eliminate the need for Air Wick. Say goodbye to cooking or tobacco odors – enjoy a clean, fresh home without the expense or chemicals.

Customize with your favorite herbs or essential oils; lavender is a personal favorite of mine.