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Homemade Natural Counter Wipes

Help keep the germs at bay inside your house by making your own natural counter wipes with essential oils.

Cook Time
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Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 roll

Ingredients

  • 1 roll select-a-size paper towels
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons Castile soap
  • 40 drops essential oil your favorite combination of oils

Instructions

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  1. Cut a roll of paper towels in half using an electric knife or serrated bread knife.
  2. Place one of the paper towel roll halves into the container. If you have to smash it a bit to fit, that is okay. Once wet, you will take out the core.
  3. In a measuring cup, combine the warm water, castile soap, and 30-40 drops of essential oils.
  4. Pour the mixture over the paper towels and let soak.
  5. Once soaked, you can easily remove the center tube.
  6. Seal with a lid and use as you would any other counter wipes.

Notes

  • Fresh Kitchen: 15 drops each lavender and lemon
  • Disinfecting: 15 drops tea tree, 10 drops lemon, and 5 drops rosemary
  • Fresh & Fruity: 20 drops sweet orange, 10 drops grapefruit, and 5 drops of vanilla
  • Or use one of Plant Therapy’s germ synergies (Germ Destroyer or Germ Fighter)