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How to create a naturally scented toilet with two ingredients that smells for days

A simple trick that turns your bathroom into a spa – without expensive air fresheners

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Are you tired of stuffiness in your bathroom? Discover a genius trick with two kitchen heroes that will turn your toilet into an aromatherapy temple!

The secret to a fragrant toilet is hidden right in your kitchen

Ah, bathroom – an oasis of relaxation, fragrant bubble baths and… unpleasant smells. High humidity and closed spaces create ideal conditions for mold, stuffiness and an odor that even the most optimistic fragrance can’t mask. But don’t worry – you don’t have to invest in expensive air fresheners with names that sound like French discount perfumes. All you need are two basic ingredients: baking soda and etheric oils.

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Why do bathrooms stink so quickly?

Bathrooms, due to the constant presence of water (showers, taps, toilets...) and poor ventilation, are a paradise for bacteria, mold, and stuffiness. Wet towels, dirty laundry in the corner, and droplets that never dry - all this creates a fragrant mixture that perfumers would rather ignore.

The solution? Baking soda and oil. And no, this is not a salad recipe.

Baking soda is a natural deodorant – it neutralizes the acidic and basic molecules that cause unpleasant odors. When mixed with a few drops of essential oil (such as lavender, eucalyptus, or lemon), it creates a natural air freshener that is not only effective, but also downright zen.

Recipe: Toilet bowl freshener that works overnight

Ingridients:

  • 2 tablespoons baking soda
  • 400 ml hot water
  • 10 drops of essential oil (lavender for calming, lemon for freshness, or tea tree for disinfecting)

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix the baking soda with hot water and stir until it is completely dissolved.
  2. Add your chosen essential oil.
  3. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and spray it on the toilet, shower curtain, and sink.
  4. For extra magic, spray it into your toilet bowl before bed at night - the scent of wellness will greet you in the morning.
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Tricks for maximum effect

1. Natural cleaning with vinegar and lemon

Before you start deodorizing, give your bathroom a thorough cleaning. Mix equal parts lemon juice and vinegar in a spray bottle and disinfect the toilet, sink, and shower. The smell? Like lemonade on vacation. The effect? Bacteria and mold are on the run.

2. Scented cubes that last for days

Ingridients:

  • 3 tablespoons baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons of water
  • 20 drops of essential oil

Mix the ingredients for scented cubes, pour the mixture into silicone molds and let it dry overnight. Once they harden, arrange them around the bathroom – in corners, on shelves, near the toilet. These little wonders will scent the room without any effort on your part.

Natural, fragrant and chemical-free – this is the new bathroom routine

Keeping your bathroom fresh and smelling great has never been easier – no synthetic sprays, no plastic, and no headaches. Baking soda and essential oils are the perfect pair to keep your bathroom clean, smelling fresh, and feeling good. The next time your bathroom is feeling a little “lively,” forget the commercials and create your own natural SPA. And the feeling of home is included.

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