DIY Green Cleaning

[@peilicia]

Something about your video makes me want to clean. I love it. Watch your video count go up over the next little while. Also, I still find it weird that people don't implement taking off their shoes before entering the house. It's just more dust/dirt/stains to clean over time (if not, every day).

[@DoctorAnne]

I think changing shoes when you enter the home is a great thing to adopt.

[@b.r.9171]

In Europe we all get thought to take of our shoes and take slippers on ..

[@sharonc1326]

Such an inspirational channel! The recipes, esthetics, decor, DIY, organization, mom tips with her precious boys, beauty, fitness, cleaning, etc. and as if that wasn't enough, the singing voice of an angel!

[@eliebellie]

Here is another great use for the vodka all-purpose cleaner: after spraying a couple of pumps on your counters, you can then spray a little in your mouth too. Ahhh the perfect cleaner!

[@roekinn]

Love these DIYs! Friendly tip for those using baking soda on the carpet- even if you don't have blood pressure issues, this can surprisingly raise your blood pressure, heart rate, and cause dizziness through inhaling the fine baking soda dust as you shake it on and when disturbing it again to vacuum it up. This is because it is sodium which naturally raises blood pressure. Direct contact with your mucus membranes through inhaling the powder creates a stronger response from your system as it is absorbed directly into the blood stream. Simple solution: wear a light mask and apply a little less powder-no problem! 😉🙌 Thank you for such lovely and practical videos, Rachel!

[@sierramarie8059]

I absolutely loved this! I love when you make these types of videos! Just so you know vinegar is a natural fabric softener! And it also disinfects. If you ever leave your clothes in the washer too long and it gets that mildewy smell, put like a half cup of vinegar. I never measure it you can do a lot and it gets rid of the smell and you don't smell the vinegar at all! It's amazing!

[@aeivaouoi1635]

Do you put the vinegar directly in the washer with the clothes or where the detergent goes?

[@sierramarie8059]

I put it directly in the washer with the clothes :)

[@thecosmicbug]

Iva Ćurković I use it during my rinse cycle with a few drops of lavender oil.

[@wndrwmn72a44]

Sierra Marie That is so true! I once ran out of fabric sheets and heard about the vinegar. Added it to the rinse cycle and after I removed my towels from the dryer, they were so soft and smelled so fresh! :)

[@sierramarie8059]

yes I love using essential oils as well!

[@BeautyGlamx]

SO RELAXING TO WATCH! Love it

[@Thefamilyfudge]

These are some great ideas! Going to check out that book❤

[@michelarosier1918]

Wow, this video was very helpful to know how to clean our house. I can save alot, not going into the regular store to buy cleaning products. I can make my own. Thanks for sharing.❤❤👍👐

[@jessitsceleste]

Hey Rachel, now that you have a dog are you careful about what essential oils you use around your home? I love essential oils and recently read that they're bad for pets. Are there some that you recommend that are dog-safe? I am always too scared to use them since I heard about this. I love watching your videos they are so therapeutic!

[@gera.reyes96]

Love your cleaning videos, they inspire me so much to clean my house. I’m still adjusting to living in a big house instead of an apartment. My boyfriend and I bought a house last April. So much cleaning to do let me tell you. Keep the videos coming Rachel, you’re awesome

[@carinerugumaho8970]

i really enjoy and look forward to your videos Rachel! God bless the cute and perfect family of yours, your sons will grow to be beautiful men that walk their girlfriends or boyfriendsall the way to the door to make sure shes/hes safe. Love these you and the videos! xx

[@Cailyn_Amanda]

My all purpose cleanser is almost the same. I do half and half vodka to water, but I also add a tablespoon or so of liquid castille soap (I like Dr. Bronner's). It works so beautifully for everything I need!

[@destiny13006]

Where did you get your couch?! It looks so comfy, I've been looking for a new couch.

[@JenniferBarstead]

Yes yes yes! We are a small family about to move into our first house and I've been LIVING for you and your videos! So inspiring!! ❤❤

[@kbaghuma]

I love watching your videos .i have two toddlers so anytime I find a time I watch your videos it’s so relaxing .thank you

[@anikahussain7555]

U literally make me a neat freak after watching this vid but in a good way. You inspire to have organized lifestyle. Whenever I clean the house it feels like a garden full of flowers. Xx

[@mrthompson2710]

I’ve been using the carpet powder trick for a long time now. A good tip is to put it in a mason jar, and poke holes in the lid. Much easier than having to keep adding powder to the sifter. 👍

[@display_name2121]

Love the video! You have a great way of always offering unique ideas. I never would have thought of vodka. Thanks!

[@ericaleemynatt]

I would have never thought to use vodka, so interesting! Loved this 🖤

[@therevolutionblog3629]

Vodka is an amazing ingredient to green clean your home with. Many other methods for it are discussed in the book like DIY dry cleaning that uses vodka.

[@Jasmine4.44]

I loooooove your voice!!! You seriously have a voice of an angel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jimdim1010]

lol i was just thinking i hate her voice xD

[@roorooroo368]

Ive also used the carpet refresher on my mattress to refresh it and it worked wonderfully!!

[@missmacygirl]

I love soap nuts! Love this video because I’m trying to use less plastic by making my own home and beauty products. So helpful!

[@tanyadonovan1979]

Great video as always ! 👍🏼😉❤️ Just bought that book in paperback. Can’t wait to get it !! Thanks Rachel !!!!

[@itsalluphl]

Warning about the type of vacuum to use for carpet refresh- use an electric powered vacuum, not a hand held battery powered one. I learned this from personal experience. My vacuum is too heavy for the stairs so I used the handheld. The baking soda got inside and the battery storage compartment and the hand held died. I cleaned the internal workings as best I could and replaced the battery, still dead.

[@ccap3211]

I love that carpet powder! I keep it in a glass shaker thing so I can just sprinkle it on the carpet straight out of the container.

[@marilynrch]

Can u do a video all about essential oils?! 😀

[@MrsSONJO]

marilyn roche Right!? I’d love to see that!!

[@marilynrch]

Sonya Serrano 😁

[@Kischa07]

Love these ideas Rach! Great video... always nicely done and so enjoyable to watch. As a mom of 4 I’m transitioning to more natural products. Can’t believe the use of Vodka, so amazing. Keep on keeping on Rach! You’ve come so so far! I remember your early beginnings... it’s been a privilege and pleasure to see how you’ve grown as an individual... so so inspiring! Sending you good vibes and blessings from Maui!

[@Krossthreds]

Amazing as always!! I love how relaxing your videos are!! Hope to get on your level one day!!

[@yolaninyamfu]

This video is such a classic, I always come back to it🤗❤ thank you Rachel

[@Nika-yx7mi]

This is right up my alley. I’ll definitely clean my toothbrushes more instead of replacing them so often!

[@nataliesal24]

I love this. You were my inspiration to switch over to all natural items. Having a 4months old has inspired me to do this as well. Love the Grove box!!

[@DansonforJoy]

I always love using DIY cleaning recipes for the purity, simplicity, and economy they offer in my life. :) I haven't read the book you suggested, but another good one that sounds similar is The Naturally Clean Home. It has recipes for every area of the house with the same kind of ingredients you featured in this video. :) Your videos are always a pleasure to watch, Rachel! :)

[@JuiceFamVlogs]

Your videos always make me feel like I can take control of my messy life and be clean and organized. Love your tips and love learning all these green options 💜

[@JR-777-t7g]

I always take my shoes off at the door, theres so many things that you step on outside and I don't want that in my home..

[@decorhomelifestyle]

Hi Rachel my friend! Loved these great tips and love your home! TFS! Blessings! 💕💕💕 I've never heard of the vodka, lol. Thanks for the tip for refreshing of carpeting! 💕💕💕

[@darrianbyers7708]

I love your home it's so precious and looks so comfy and family friendly

[@ASMRwithSofia]

I LOVE your videos Rachel , been watching your videos since pretty much the begining and I adore these type of videos, super relaxing and so full of good ideas. I already use some of these tips in my home, i also try to go as natural and green as possible, but I always learn something new in your videos. LOVE LOVE your chanel! I subscribed with my new ASMR channel cause i don't use the other one anymore, but I ve been following your channel for a long time. Congrats on 1 M , you truly deserve it!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@ForgettingNames]

You might already know this (but I didn’t so I’m glad someone told me!) but some essential oils (a quick google will tell you which ones) are dangerous to dogs. Just so you keep your lovely Ozzie a happy healthy pup!

[@therevolutionblog3629]

Gracicle thank you for bringing attention to this! I had already responded to this on another comment mentioning the same thing but thought I would copy and paste the response here as well as it sounds like something you have some awareness and interest in. The safe use of essential oils around pets is definitely discussed in the book including which essential oils used in the book should not be used around dogs. The essential oils Rachel used in this video for are not harmful to Ozzie. The only one that would be of concern is the tea tree oil but the recipe and application that she used it for in the soft scrub should not cause any harm as it is being used on sinks and not on or around Ozzie. Safe essential oil use around pets is definitely something that needs to be understood and discussed further. I plan on doing a blog post about it soon going in more depth as there is so much conflicting information on this topic. It is very important to remind people to use the correct cautions when using essential oils around pets but it is just as important to make people aware of how toxic most conventional cleaners are to our dear sweet animals.

[@christinamariemoney]

Love this video Rachel! 😊 I recently filmed a video for my channel about things you don’t need to spend money on, and harmful cleaners were one of them! I was so impressed by the amount of great recipes on Pinterest for diy cleaners! ❤️

[@shannondiehl5814]

Love your cleaning videos Rachel. You should really look into Young Living essential oils. Some of the other oils out there are not pure and can actually be harmful. Young Living has a seed to seal guarantee, so everything is pure. They also make an amazing Thieves household cleanser concentrate that can be used on everything in the home 😀

[@lucyshah9450]

A video on essential oils collection please

[@haralsonkaylak]

I was literally watching one of your recipe videos on what to have for lunch and this video popped. New video comes first.

[@eleanorpunch9416]

I know, strange question. The winter boots you were taking off in the video... what are they? I need a pair like those.

[@kathysoto8466]

I really love all your videos, would you please do a planner video. What current planner you are using and how do you update it 😊

[@annekimberleight]

Rachel's videos makes me happy!!!

[@lisamariearsenault5502]

Just discovered you today. I am now subscribed and just made a carpet refresher with lemon and orange essential oil and sprinkled away! Looking forward to digging into more of your videos. 😃

[@Andrea1313]

NOT taking your shoes of before you enter a house is so strange for me as a swede. It is actually considered rude to hade your shoes on! And also it seems so stupid, doesn't it become very dirty? Like ALL the time???

[@EtherealTempest]

It's not rude here if it's your own home. Most guests are also more comfortable with their shoes on vs. walking around barefoot in someone else's home, but we'll respect the homeowner's wishes if they want shoes removed. So, unless you're trekking mud, snow etc. into the house, we have pets that go outside, & it isn't a big deal to wear shoes inside so long as you regularly clean. Every household has different "rules", generally though it's just a cultural difference. :-)

[@nula14]

Same here. I'm German, and I grew up taking off my outdoor shoes before entering my home. When I lived in the US for a while, I was stunned to learn that this is not "a thing" there. All the dirt that I'm stepping in all day ... I wouldn't want that in my house.

[@TheCapsulateIon]

Good to see you come around and be more environmentally conscious .. x

[@iamneverwrong6635]

Oh I see your bathtub is different now! Good to have one million subs! Congratulations on your success!

[@BreezyLavender]

Your home is so lovely! I'm personally not a huge fan of the rustic country-chic look but I love it in your home

[@FashionChaletNET]

Your videos are always beautiful gifts, neatly wrapped up with a shiny bow!! Thanks for always sharing your awesome tips & ideas with us!! =) Xx

[@hannahbircher4492]

GURL!!! Saw those Plant Therapy bottles! PT is where it’s at for EOs 🙌🏻

[@rwiebe8610]

Great tips! Could you do a "clean" make up video. Tips on which products are "clean" ? Or a diy on your making your own make up?

[@shwetasonawani3548]

Hi, those soapnuts are called ritha in india... we usually use those with shikakai for washing our hair.. it's a natural shampoo and gives nice aroma to our hair..

[@ruchithareddy5453]

U are the best youtuber that i had never seen

[@jessicacanfield5408]

Hi I really learn a lot from your videos. Can you tell me why you shouldn't use Plastic for essential oils?

[@MyBeautifulChaos620]

Hey Rachel! I love your videos! Can you maybe do a video or even just let me know your tips for keeping the amount of toys your kiddos have in check? I feel like my son (2.5) has a ridiculous amount of toys. I am wanting to declutter our home before our little girl arrives around the beginning of July.

[@HapinessRufus]

Your new home is gorgeous! Also your voice is so soothing, I bet you'd be amazing at ASMR !

[@rachelmatatall1576]

I absolutely love your videos. So relaxing, and your voice is nice to listen to ❤️☺️

[@cherrybeadfactory]

I love watching your videos! So relaxing 😌

[@marissakalanthroff9494]

i love your videos!!! i would love to see more videos about ozzy. how are you keeping up with shedding, doggie odor, and keeping the house clean from everyday dog messes.💜💜💜💜

[@apizzleswizzle]

Awesome ideas Rachel!! Just an FYI for everyone with cats...essential oils are toxic to kitties so be very careful! 😸

[@joyjoyoo]

Alison P oh? What if I have a humidifier with essential oils ? Or those body shop burners

[@apizzleswizzle]

JӦYの貓 I'm not completely sure about that, I would definitely Google it! 😊

[@joyjoyoo]

Alison P ok. I'll look into it. Never knew essential oils r bad for cats 😔

[@sierramarie8059]

chemicals are far worse!

[@TheMsdiva11]

Alison P eucalyptus is the only toxic one

[@1Thunderfire]

I've got Fresh Clean Home by Wendy Graham; I've found some really useful recipes there and here I am looking for more. 🙂 (Just wish I could find vinegar in glass bottles when I'm shopping in town.)

[@user-ll8cx9qq6p]

Your chanel has almost nothing to do with my lifestyle but I just love to watch it

[@Ashley-fq7mh]

The rug under your couch, where is it from? Love the texture of it.. does it hold well w little kids?

[@iamneverwrong6635]

Oh, and once I found eco friendly laundry magnets, I ditched the messy soap nuts in a heartbeat. Way better! Give them a try!

[@nafisashama221]

Ur house is wonderful😋&u are such a clean,calculative &very organized person..in life..best of luck😊

[@OceanblueQ]

Love all your videos! Their so relaxing!! So refreshing

[@anaska83]

I like your videos, always clear and useful information.

[@kiliaancy9552]

Hello rachel how are you ? You are such an inspiration for me. Can you please tell me if you are still taking vital marine collagen and whether it is effective to your skin.. Please do answer. Reaaly in need of it.. Loads of love..

[@lorenagomez1368]

SO IMA DRINK VODKA TO DISINFECT MYSELF BASICALLY 😉 haha great video content & I've been using more organic things in my home ❤ You inspire 😍

[@amandlawson103]

I love your house!!! You have the best videos!!!!! So informative and encouraging! Your such a great KZbinr and wonderful godly woman. Where did you get your grey couch? I love it!

[@sairaksha-km2kg]

It's so soothing to listen to u .. it relaxes my soul.. ❤️ love from India

[@thatlilgal]

Your videos are sooo relaxing to watch 🙏🏽

[@TheMebegabby]

Hey Rachel, where do you get your essential oils??

[@analuvsya1]

Great video! Do you have any recommendations for affordable non toxic (preferably organic) shampoo, conditioner, and body wash?

[@reva510]

Great tips. Love all the essential oils

[@victoriaderge4575]

I really like the dryer balls, but so much static! Any issue with that for you? Or any suggestions:)?? Love your vids

[@annafrench7887]

Hi Rachel! What was the box you mentioned getting the bottles and scrubbers from? Thank you!

[@mommyeva2]

Amazing tips!! How do you do it with your dog and keeping your house so clean? 😅😅😅😅

[@elizabethr45]

Thanks so much for your videos! They really inspire me and I love you! I think you should go geocaching in your area and vlog it as i think it would be great for you to do as a family! You are all son close and I know Oliver will enjoy it! Love you! 😘

[@honeyswirledcg1366]

I love that book! Great video!

[@SilvieSmiles]

Great video Rachel. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@LillJessieLuv]

Where are those jeans from!! Been looking for a pair like those for a while. Love all your videos, they never fail to inspire me to live a healthier lifestyle

[@adrianaramirez3348]

Rachel where did you purchase your living room rug & front door mat?😍😍

[@Wally8511]

This video is so helpful ☺️love this video. Btw those couches look so comfy 🙂

[@rachelemarie741]

I see you have some plant therapy oils! They are my favorite! 🙂

[@reliableroots]

Oh vanilla EO smells so wonderful!! And that's a really great idea about the toothbrushes! what kind of countertops are in your bathroom? Can you use these recipes with granite and marble?

[@therevolutionblog3629]

Yes, the all-purpose cleaner made with vodka or rubbing alcohol is safe to use on granite and marble. Vinegar, however, is not safe to use on those surfaces.

[@dianasanchez117]

Great video! Is that a Iphone 7 or 8 Plus, Also where did you get that phone case? Thanks

[@hamda3565]

Thank you for making my cleaning habit better than how it used to 🙏🏼

[@ellerobbe2247]

My only question is about oils. I know back in the day my mom got Young Living but could the ones at the grocery work? They always are for diffusers so I don't know if they have additives that diminish the cleaning ability.

[@sindhunookala1859]

Hi.. I am from India. I love your channel. In fact, your channel is the first ever i have subscribed on You Tube. There are tons and tons of you tubers, beauty bloggers, and other bloggers in You Tube, but your tips, diy's, way of living is very inspiring and worth implementing. Rachel, you have done many many skin care routines, but I want you to upload a video on skin hydrating tips and home treatments, particularly focussed on making skin look well hydrated and fresh.. Because summer has started now here and I have a very dry skin, which is getting much more dehydrated no matter how much mosturized and hydrated I am trying to keep my skin. Thank you.. :-)

[@vanessadykstra1]

Love love love these kinds of videos!

[@AmandaBaias]

Excelent ideas!!! Is vodka replaceable with vinegar? Or is it necessary to have a type of alcohol? Thanks!

[@therevolutionblog3629]

Vodka is my favorite to use and multiple recipes using different ingredients are mentioned in the book also showing which surfaces they are safe to use on. But you can use vinegar or rubbing alcohol as a replacement. Vinegar is just not safe on as many surfaces as alcohol is.

[@anu378]

In India, usually we leave shoes before entering house. Because they're usually filled with dust after we use them outside so we never bring them inside our home.. we also use indoor slippers.

[@decorhomelifestyle]

This will be on my faves playlist!! lol.💕💕💕

[@tylerbentleyjude123ministr7]

Is there something you can replace the vodka with? Maybe rubbing alcohol or vinegar? Thank you and I love your videos, they are very calming to watch:}

[@therevolutionblog3629]

You can replace with either. Just be cautious that vinegar is not safe to use on natural stone surfaces like granite or quartz. The book gives multiple recipes for all-purpose cleaners using different ingredients and discusses which are safe for which surfaces.

[@finiiilicious]

Carpet refresher will also work great on a matress :)

[@evelinrobles9857]

Love you so much I am a new subscriber I have been watching your videos the whole weekend and I am so obsessed love you so much you are such an amazing mom ♥️