My Favorite Homemade Green Cleaners

[@speckledwings]

Thank you for showing a cleaning video on actual dirty surfaces! I've seen so many cleaning videos that look like they clean before they film. I'm always thinking "why are they cleaning, that tub isn't even dirty?" It was nice to see how your dusting spray worked on actual dust and tub spray worked on the ring around the tub. Thank you for keeping it real!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

I know what you mean! I wish my house was clean like some of those youtube houses-lol. Happy to keep it real. ( : Thanks for watching!

[@lisadetroit1]

Can't thank you enough for this video! Glad you showed exactly how to make.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Lisa G Glad you found it helpful! ( :

[@RawMadeSimple]

We love it too!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+RawMadeSimple ( :

[@ThePlantEaters]

I've been testing out diy/homemade green cleaners, so this was very helpful! I have been busting my rump trying to scrub an old tub. I found that if I use the tube cleaner and some baking soda sprinkled on, and let it sit for a little bit it really brings the touch stains up.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+The Plant Eaters Glad you found it helpful! Cleaning the tub is the worst...it's like a workout in itself, ugh. Hope this helps speed up the time! ( :

[@IamAvaMonroe]

Sooooooo good!!! That covers just about everything! Yay!!! Thank you 😊

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

You're welcome!

[@GlowySweetFabulous]

Can't wait to try these. Not only green but budget friendly. :D Thank you.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+GlowySweetFabulous Hope you like them! ( : You're welcome.

[@andreasyvertsen9299]

Great video Ashley! Thank you! I love using and making these cleaners too! 👍🏼 I just love your hair! It always looks so great! Little baby Avery screaming at the end! The best! 😂😊

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Andrea Syvertsen Aww thanks I usually film right after a night of "plopping" it so that helps-lol and yes I love Avery at the end too! ( :

[@jaymillymills]

you can also try Dr Bronner's Sal Suds soap instead of dish soap it has better washing power as Dr Bronner's Castile and a little goes a long way

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Good to know!

[@p6nch6]

Thanks for the video! I've been wanting to transition to homemade, green cleaners. :)

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Megan Warren Hope you can give some of them a try! ( :

[@RawMadeSimple]

We have too! Great video

[@sakegirl3665]

Thank you so much for sharing! I'm still using your recipe for toothpaste and still loving it!!!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Sakegirl You're welcome! So glad you like the toothpaste recipe still ( :

[@mallorytsd]

I love trying new cleaning recipes thanks for posting. :) I'm going to try the wood one today

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+mallory passer Great to hear! Hope you like it!

[@kimxgree]

Great recipes. I use 50/50 water/vinegar mix and spray that on my tub/shower, and then throw plain table salt at the sprayed surfaces which makes it easy to scrub any grime off. :)

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+kimxgree Cool! Thanks for sharing! ( :

[@Nappalious]

Omg Ashley, let's just say my kids didn't get to clean their bathroom for a while. The scum was pretty piled up and hard, but when I used the All-Surface Spray as you instructed, it proved to be the boss against all the dirt and scum. This spray stood up againt all dirt I threw at it; cleaning was a breeze for me. I'm sure my kids will enjoy using this spray when they do their chores. I love this spray!!! Oh, and I evicted my bottle of 7th Generation Tub & Sink Cleaner. Lol

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Oh so glad to hear it! Thanks for sharing how it worked and glad it's all nice and clean now! ( :

[@Nappalious]

+AshleysGreenLife Thank so much Ashley for sharing.

[@ES11777]

thank you sooo much for this video! looking forward to try these green cleaners out! x

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Emilia S You're welcome! Enjoy. ( :

[@susanditzler1263]

Thank you! I made the tub and all purpose spray today.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Susan Ditzier Awesome, hope you like them. ( :

[@jadehoffman9980]

I am SOO excited to try these! Especially the tub cleaner as of yet I haven't found a clean alternative that will remove the soap scum. Scrubbing Bubbles is what I have been using and have to open the window and turn on a box fan so I can breathe and remove some of the harmful chemicals in the air! Yuck! Once again thank you soo much for sharing!!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Stargazer Lily Hope you like it and it can replace the Scrubbing Bubbles! ( :

[@christineflores9275]

Great video! Thank you for sharing these cleaner recipes. I am definitely going to try out the all-purpose cleaner. I, like you, am very sensitive to smells, especially when there are chemicals in the air. P.S. I love your channel! I really appreciate how you put thought and effort into your videos. They are all so useful and informative.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Christine Flores Aww thanks for your kind words, hope you like the cleaner!

[@LaurenHammes]

Essential oil suggestion: Eden's Garden. I've been using them for sometime and I like their blends and their prices. Just a suggestion. Love the video 😊

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+LaurenHammes Good to know! Thank you. ( :

[@tanjaparsalidi7274]

Thank you for your great, inspiring videos. For the bath tub I use baking soda/ wather cream for corners or places that need to sink in. I use an old toothbrush to crub. I love the dusting spray, the idea of cleaning wood with olive oil is great. =) Greetings from germany

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Tanja Parsalidi Hello in Germany! Thanks for sharing what works for you ( :

[@duramaxmak]

Did you save all your prefold cloth diapers they are great for dusting and cleaning rags

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Milton Fludgecow I save all my old homemade cloth napkins for this too. We used a diaper service so they have all my old ones ( :

[@EssentOilyBalanced]

Have you tried Young Living's Thieves Household Cleaner? It's good for everything that you are cleaning as well as it's super concentrated. 1 part to 30parts water. It's life changing for us and the bottle lasts forever. Thanks for the video!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Sounds interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@Skims24]

Beckie Bursey Young living is awesome!

[@agiesafitri]

Thank you so much for sharing. Its kinda hard to get castille soap in my country, can you suggest any substitute for it?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Not sure...anyone else know a suggestion?

[@Gegegray2011]

Thanks for the video! I'm a big fan of your channel, but this is the first time I leave a comment! I use the Castile soap, too.. But I will add some tea tree oil like what you do! It's a good tip! For the oil and vinegar one, I'll give it a try later.. Veggie wash one, not so sure, it's because I saw Dr. Greger's video on Nutritionfacts.org, saying it only works by soaking the veggies in not diluted white vinegar or 10% salt water.. For the bathroom, I use orange/lemon peel to clean it, then use Castile soap wipe off the residues..also some good facial cleanser can be green and interesting, too! Thanks for all the good work!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Ge Ge Thanks for commenting, I always love getting comments so thanks for being brave and leaving one! ( : Love hearing what you use. ( :

[@michellesunshinestar]

I just use vinegar, water, tea tree oil and some orange scented oil for scent. I'm going to have to check out this book.

[@lele1love]

Thank you so much! You are totally so helpful!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Glad to hear it!

[@AARTHI201986]

Laundry detergent-1 bar (or 4.5 ounces) shaved bar soap ( Dr. Bronner’s) 1 cup borax 1 cup washing soda Dish washer-1 cup borax 1 cup washing soda ½ cup citric acid ½ cup kosher salt (for scrubbing action)+ add white vinegar at the time of loading Fabric softener-1 gallon white vinegar 30-40 drops of essential oil (orange/lemon/peppermint) Dishwasher-coal ash+ tamarind concentrate

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+aarthi duraisamy Thanks for sharing! ( :

[@darcysmithson2290]

We just love you Ashley! Thank you for yet another smart, earth friendly, people and pet friendly video. I'm sorry to hear about your break with do TERRA. I've never heard of the Native American Nutritionals brand, but I just looked it up, and I'm liking the looks of their pricing. Is this a brand you trust to take internally as well?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+darcy smiths Aww thanks! I appreciate your support. Yes, Native American Nutrionals has great prices and even free shipping, not to mention no hassle of "being a member" or "earning points". I have taken a few internally, a flu-bomb like mixture once and a tummy blend, and I trust them. You'll have to check them out to see if you're comfortable with them. ( :

[@keyisme1356]

Thank-you for writing the recipes below!!!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

You're welcome!

[@louised6790]

Excellent video! The cleaning hangover, ugh. That’s a great way to describe it. I can’t even tolerate going down the cleaning isle at the grocery store anymore since going green. It burns my nose!Unfortunately that’s where the sponges are. I Love Karen’s book and Sally’s Bottles. What encouraged you to pick the oils that you use now and are you still using them? Thank you so much for sharing this wealth of knowledge 😊

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Glad you could relate!

[@colleenrobichaudmountzouro4517]

For the dusting spray, I know walnut oil is great for wood. Maybe give that a try at some point!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Oh yes, I have heard that. Will do! ( :

[@lailacox6495]

Great video. Do you have a recipe for a shower cleaner?

[@echosixten]

This is perfect. I've been looking for homemade cleaner recipes. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Hope you like them!

[@korinnemcchesney4545]

Whipping these up now. Can I us sweet orange for dusting spray I don't have lemon yet? Thanks Ashley!!

[@piney70]

Korinne McChesney i use sweet orange in mine, i love it!

[@BvanBeeck]

Try olive oil and lemon juice to clean furniture. Its a bit safer than vinegar and its feeds the wood as well 😊

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Cool!

[@mommywant2bvegan606]

Awesome Thanks!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Mommywant2BVEGAN You're welcome! ( :

[@stephanieirene4905]

love this video. I will try this thanks.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Great! Let me know how it turns out! ( :

[@faliciamoon-wilson8710]

Tip! To make the tub cleaner work better.... try heating the vinegar or the solution. it works faster.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Good to know!

[@carriezich6850]

Hey Ashley-have you thought of making an amazon "products that I love" list?? I would totally shop off of it :)

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Carrie Zich Will have to try that out! ( :

[@RawMadeSimple]

This is good information. Thank you

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+RawMadeSimple You're welcome. ( :

[@sarahxxoo]

Is there a reason you don't use Young Living essential oils? Very helpful video, thanks!

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Sarah10680 Trying to get away from the multi-level marketing oil companies...I'm sure they are a good company, just want an alternative ( :

[@brookeyboo9]

how do you do your hair? do you do it naturally or with chemicals? (like do you dye it?)

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+brook marie I only dye it to get the blonde highlights, I just to be all blonde, but in trying to go a little greener at least I just get the highlights now ( :

[@anthonyjones9623]

when you add the water to the the spray bottle, is this yust tap water or distilled water? thanks.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Distilled would be best but tap works fine too

[@pari2244]

For the first recipe can you use dish soap instead of castil soap? And lemon essential oil instead of tea tree oil ?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

I'm not sure if the dish soap can be used in place of castile soap...I haven't tired it. And I haven't tried the tea tree one either...

[@kaseemwilliams2690]

Riya Gill yes you can use dish soap.

[@missjuno5756]

Just found you and like you but I really liked the baby's personality so I decided to sub.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Glad to have you! ( :

[@eveTennis]

Do you feel like the fruit and veggie wash makes everything have a vinegar aftertaste?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+eveTennis Luckily no vinegar aftertaste! I was worried about this too, but I don't taste it at all. ( :

[@AARTHI201986]

floor cleaner-hot water+salt+lemon or apple cider vinegar/white vinegar+camphor veggie cleaner- I soak them (esp. grapes) in sea salt water for an 1hr or jus diluted apple cider vinegar. shoe freshners-diluted tree tea oil-helps keep the smell away . I hope this is useful ..u make such productive videos .thank u ..

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+aarthi duraisamy Love your recipes, thanks for sharing! ( :

[@lesleyhubble2976]

Is lavender oil antiseptic

[@Joani161]

Yes

[@83msmoon]

Can I use alcohol instead of tea tree oil in the all surface cleaner?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Not sure...haven't tried that.

[@peytone4937]

Thank a lot I even made my own

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Cool!

[@sumtl]

Thnak you I'll try the fist one for sure! Since many years, I clean all the house with 100% vinegar. when I dilute vinegar I find it not as effective..

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+sumtl Hope you like it! ( :

[@emilywalley6979]

What is the best essential oil company to use that you know are not testing on animals

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

I like RMO or rocky mountain oils (their full name) ( :

[@melissagerber7231]

Very helpful. Is that tub cute, or what?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

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[@danialezero93]

Ashley can you share your Goodreads user name if you have one! PLEASE it's easier for tracking all your wisdom and eco-friendly books in there.

[@gracefulhumble7248]

I don't understand why they would ask you to remove the photos from your blog, if anything you were giving them free advertising!!...... I have been having a internet break, and it is so much fun catching up on your videos, I feel like I'm watching a friend, hope you and your family are well xx great video

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

You would think so right? Oh well. ( : Aww thanks for your kind words. Glad you feel like watching a friend, I always like watching channels like that too.

[@redgeminiarts3674]

I hope her book is good, I just purchased it on Amazon. Thanks for sharing. Do you use distilled water? Have you ever tried Castile liquid soap? I will make sure to subscribe and check out your blog. Again, thanks for sharing.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Haven't used distilled water, probably should but usually just use tap water. Liquid castile soap is one of my favorites as well. Glad to have you in our little green community here!

[@happinessishandmade8140]

Wow... this is really good. I will have to try making these. Also, I noticed in your video that you have the Squatty Potty! :D

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Kristin Creates Aww thanks, yep, love my squatty potty!

[@Bella-pg6nf]

I guess I can add tea tree oil to the tub cleaner for a germ- cleaner, right? I need a 'green' tub cleaner for my daughter to take a bath in a germ-free tub

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Sure I think that could work.

[@CorinaEco]

very interesting. thank You. one question: what can I make for cleaning my toilet? I can use the same spray You use for cleaning your kitchen? or the one for the bathtube? thank You. hugs

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

I use a store-bought toilet cleaner. I haven't had much luck with a homemade one. Anyone have a recipe to share? ( :

[@carolinamorck2955]

Great video! But why do you use a spray for produce and not just water? i have necer thought about it before, i always just rinse it under water...

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Carolina Mörck To get off all the other things that may be on the produce. ( :

[@mis_verynice]

You are so beautiful!!! I love your channel!!! Thank you.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Aww thank you!

[@TeckEnigm]

Where do tou store this homemade products? Do they go bad quickly?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

I haven't had them go bad. Anyone have trouble with this?

[@dagmarl4447]

Love your tub cleaner but need to rinse with clear water. Will try your all purpose cleaner next.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Hope you like it too!

[@movegan4life448]

Thank you ....never buying veggies wash again 😘

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+MOvegan4life Glad to help! I'm not buying it either! ( :

[@enriquecastillo3924]

you are so beautiful.

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

Thanks.

[@raccooneyes2099]

do you a have a recipe for laundry detergent and fabric softener?

[@AshleysConsciousLife]

+Lucifette I don't....I'll share next week what I use but I never had much luck making my own. Anyone have any suggestions?

[@enriquecastillo3924]

you are so beautiful.