Doesn’t it seem like every cold and flu season there’s a new and improved threat out there (enter coronavirus 😷)? I don’t know what its status will be when you read this, but be safe out there! And for goodness sake, wash your hands! Anytime there is talk of staying germ-free during cold and flu season, the number one tip is always, “Wash your hands!” So here’s what I use to protect against seasonal threats. My DIY Antibacterial liquid hand soap recipe uses clean, all-natural ingredients and hasn’t let me down yet. I also find it not to be drying like other soaps, and actually moisturizes ⏤ which is a plus!
If you’re on the go and need some hand sanitizer, check out this recipe. And, if you want all the help you can get this season, check out my DIY Easy antibacterial mouthwash. Both recipes make use of doTERRA OnGuard essential oil, which is truly the star of the show here. Click the link below to get some of this magic for yourself.
About the supplies/ingredients
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Castile soap
- All-natural and plant-based
- Non-toxic
- Gentle, yet effective
Grapeseed oil
- Penetrates and nourishes the skin
- Moisturizing for the skin
- A lighter oil that is great for all skin types
doTERRA OnGuard essential oil
- Supports healthy immune and respiratory function
- Protects against environmental threats
- Supports the body’s natural antioxidant defenses
- Energizing and uplifting aroma
Foaming soap dispenser
- Is the key to a proper foaming hand soap, soap will not foam without one
- You can re-use a foaming dispenser you already have, or purchase a new one like this
- I love foaming soap since it uses a fraction of the amount of soap of a typical soap dispenser saving cash money honey
Distilled water
- Best option for the cleanest hand soap possible
- If you don’t have distilled water on hand, don’t fret! Filtered water is a close second
- It doesn’t contain any of the nasty minerals found in tap water
How to make
- Remove dispenser pump and get ready to add:
- Add 1.5 cup Distilled water
- Followed by 1/4 cup Castile soap
- And then 1 tbsp Grapeseed oil
- Next, 15 drops OnGuard essential oil
- Add dispenser pump tightly to close and shake to combine
- Done!
Helpful hints
- Use this DIY Antibacterial liquid hand soap as you would any other liquid hand soap
- Enjoy!
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7 comments
What makes this antibacterial?
Hi Kelly, the OnGuard essential oil protects against environmental threats and suppresses influenza