Ditch the Chemicals! Switch to Natural, Plant-Based Cleaners: Natural Antiseptic Cleaning Spray Recipe

Ditch the Chemicals! Switch to Natural, Plant-Based Cleaners 

Using chemical cleaners may seem like the easiest way to disinfect your home, but they come with hidden dangers—both for your health and the environment.

Many commercial cleaners contain harsh chemicals that:
❌ Release toxic fumes that irritate the skin, eyes, and lungs
❌ Contribute to indoor air pollution
❌ Are harmful to waterways and wildlife when washed down the drain
❌ Kill beneficial bacteria, disrupting natural microbial balance

Why Natural, Plant-Based Cleaners Are Better 

Unlike chemical-based products, natural antibacterial agents are:
✔️ Safer for humans and pets
✔️ Eco-friendly—they break down naturally without polluting water or soil
✔️ Effective against bacteria, viruses, and mold
✔️ Less likely to cause bacterial resistance

Most chemical disinfectants only target one or two antibacterial compounds. Over time, bacteria evolve resistance, making these cleaners less effective. However, natural plant-based cleaners contain a complex mix of antibacterial properties, making it much harder for bacteria to develop resistance.

Natural Ingredients with Powerful Cleaning & Disinfecting Properties 

Tea Tree Oil – Antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral
Lemon & Citrus Oils – Natural degreaser, antibacterial, and refreshing scent
Pine & Eucalyptus – Powerful germ-fighting and fresh-smelling
Lavender – Antiseptic, calming, and great for fabrics
Thyme & Clove – Strong antimicrobial action, proven to kill bacteria

Make the Switch Today! 

Protect your home, health, and the planet by replacing toxic chemical cleaners with natural, plant-based alternatives. Safe, effective, and eco-friendly—natural cleaning is the way forward! 

Chemical Cleaning Agents vs. Natural Cleaning Agents

Chemical Cleaners	Natural Cleaners
Full of potentially harmful chemicals with long-term side effects for the environment and humans.	No dangerous chemicals and a much lower risk of doing harm to your family and the environment.
Only focus on one to three antibacterial chemical components.	Contain as many as 120 helpful chemical components
Bacteria and viruses will mutate to become resistant.	Bacteria and viruses have little to no chance of developing resistance
Expensive.	Much less expensive to make.
Strength of the product determined by manufacturer.	When you make it, you are in control of the product's strength.
Can cause or aggravate problem skin and allergies, such as eczema and psoriasis.	Some people have been known to have allergic reactions to essential oils, but there are often other options.
Can cause death.	No known deaths from essential oils.

How to Make a Natural Antiseptic Spray for Counters, Washrooms, Hands, etc.

• 1 tsp (5mL) Auntie Septic essential oil blend

• 1 tbsp vodka or isopropyl alcohol (dries quicker) and 1 tsp unscented soap/ natural surfactant

• 1 cup water

Mix essential oil with liquid soap / alcohol. Add water. Stir or shake until well blended. Pour into spray bottle(s). You may choose to leave out the soap / alcohol, however the oil will settle at the top and the product will beed to be shaken well before each use.

NOTES:

• You can also add Auntie Septic essential oil blend to liquid soaps to make a natural antibacterial soap.

• You can add other essential oils to tweak the scent to your liking

• Use antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic products only during cold and flu season when the risk of infection is high. This allows the good bacteria to survive