This blend will spread such a pleasant scent in your home that your neighbors will want to know its secret.

• A spoonful of baking soda
• Two tablespoons of fabric softener
• Empty spray bottle
• Three glasses of warm water

You can add your favorite essential oil to the ingredients. Lavender    ,   known for its relaxing properties, might be an ideal choice. For those who love fresh scents, lemon essential oil is also a great addition to this preparation. Regardless of your choice, just know that 10 drops is sufficient.

Prepare your natural blend:

1. First, pour two scoops of fabric softener into a spray bottle (preferably organic)

2. Then add warm water and mix everything until you get a smooth mixture.

3. Add a spoonful of baking soda and shake again.

4. Finally, add the essential oil of your choice to give your spray a personalized scent.

Close the bottle tightly to mix all the ingredients thoroughly. Remember that they must form a homogeneous mixture to avoid staining fabrics.

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