Looking for a natural way to freshen up your home without synthetic fragrances?
This DIY citrus vinegar spray is the perfect solution. It’s eco-friendly, easy to make, and gives your space a clean, refreshing scent — all while using food scraps you’d normally throw away.
Save the peels from lemons, oranges, or mandarins after you eat or juice them. These peels are packed with natural essential oils that leave a pleasant, zesty scent behind.
➤ Bonus: It’s zero waste and costs nothing!
Fill a clean glass jar about halfway with your citrus peels. Make sure not to pack them too tightly so the vinegar can infuse properly.
Pour in white vinegar until the peels are fully submerged. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 7 to 10 days. During this time, the vinegar absorbs the citrus oils, neutralizing its strong smell and taking on a fresh aroma.
➤ Tip: Stir occasionally or shake the jar gently every few days.
After the maceration period, strain out the peels and pour the infused liquid into a spray bottle. Your homemade deodorizing spray is now ready to use!
➤ Use it on fabrics, in trash bins, bathroom areas, or anywhere odors linger.
This easy DIY air freshener is proof that sustainability can be simple and effective. Ditch the chemical sprays — your nose (and the planet) will thank you.
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