Always smelling good?! Forget about expensive air fresheners and plastic. Use baking soda and essential oil to create a base, and then – as the cherry on the cake – we'll finally reveal a one-ingredient trick for an always smelling good toilet that you already have in your bathroom. Right in your village bathroom.
Naturally scented toilet?! An always-scented toilet?! The bathroom is supposed to be an oasis of relaxation, not a laboratory for evaporating moisture. High humidity, poor ventilation, wet towels, and forgotten laundry create conditions where unpleasant odors are just begging to stay. The solution? Two kitchen legends – baking soda and essential oils. (And yes, this is not a salad recipe.)
Hint: hold on until the end – we reveal one ingredient trick, which subtly scents a space without spraying or mixing.
What you need + the easiest trick at the end of this post – an always-smelling toilet
- bicarbonate of soda (sodium hydrogen carbonate) acts as a natural deodorant and pH buffer: it binds and partially neutralizes odors from acidic or basic compounds.
- Etheric oils they add a pleasant scent; some also have mild antimicrobial effects. A nice bonus, but they are not Registered disinfectants – this is a fragrant icing on the cake, not a magic wand.
(Shh, one-ingredient trick is below. Yes, really just one ingredient. At the end of this article and everyone already has it in their bathroom)
Recipe 1: a night freshener that “works” while you sleep – an always fragrant toilet
Ingridients
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 400 ml hot water
- 10–15 drops of essential oil
(lavender for zen, lemon for freshness, eucalyptus for a “spa” vibe, tea tree for an herbal note) - Optional: 1 teaspoon alcohol (vodka or isopropyl) or ½ teaspoon mild liquid soap – helps disperse the oil so it doesn’t float on top
Process
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- Dissolve the baking soda in hot water.
- Add alcohol or soap (if using), then diffuse the essential oil.
- Pour into glass spray bottleShake well before each use.
- Lightly spray the inside of the toilet bowl, rim, lid and tiles (no on natural stone).
- For “evening wellness”: spray it in the toilet in the evening – in the morning it will smell like someone changed the towels and bring the gong.
How long does the scent last?
Depending on ventilation and usage – expect a few days pleasant freshness, then refresh.
(And yes, one-ingredient trick still to come.)
Recipe 2: Fragrant “glass with holes” (2 ingredients!) – always fragrant toilet
You need:
- 200–250 g baking soda
- 20–30 drops of essential oil (lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, orange, cedar, etc.)
2 minutes of glamour:
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- Place the soda in a glass jar with a lid.
- Drizzle the essential oil over the surface and mix gently with a fork.
- Make several small holes in the lid (or use a spice basket/muslin bag).
- Place it near the toilet or on a high shelf. Every 2–3 days Mix the contents lightly.
Duration: during normal bathroom use 2–4 weeks per charge (depending on room size and ventilation).
Why it works: The baking soda passively absorbs some of the odors and excess moisture, while the essential oils are slowly released from the dry base – so they last longer than a quick spray into the air.
(I know, I know – one-component joker is really at the end.)
Tricks for maximum effect (naturally scented toilet) – always a fragrant toilet
1) Natural cleaning with vinegar and lemon
Clean surfaces before applying fragrance. Mix in a spray bottle. 1 : 1 vinegar and lemon juice, apply to the toilet, sink and shower, leave for a few minutes, then rinse.
⚠️ No use on marble, limestone or natural stone (vinegar is an acid).
⚠️ Never Do not mix vinegar with bleach (chlorine cleaners) – dangerous gases are produced.
2) Scented cubes that last for days (Recipe 3 – slow scent release)
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to help the cubes hold their shape)
- 2–3 teaspoons water (drop by drop, “wet sand” texture)
- 15–20 drops of essential oil
Press the mixture into silicone molds, let dry for 12–24 hours. Arrange the cubes around the bathroom (shelves, next to the toilet, no into the tank). Refresh with a new drop of oil if necessary.
3) Textiles & air are half the story
Change and dry your towels well, let the laundry basket breathe, open a window or turn on a fan after a shower. Fresh air is the cheapest freshener.
(And yes, still – the one-ingredient trick comes at the very end.)
Safety and smart dosing
- Essential oils are concentrated: start with fewer drops and add as needed.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets; some oils (e.g. tea tree, eucalyptus) can be dangerous for cats and dogs.
- Before spraying test in an inconspicuous place. Do not spray on natural stone or delicate painted surfaces.
- The scent should be pleasant, not overpowering. The goal is a “spa,” not an “elevator perfumery.”
Conclusion: The main trick comes at the end
Baking soda + a few drops of quality essential oil = a duo that neutralizes and scent without aerosols and unnecessary plastic. When the bathroom is a little "lively" again, skip the commercials and mix your own air freshener in two minutes: homemade, easy, cosmopolitan scent.
And now – as promised – one ingredient trick. 🪄
🎯 CANDY AT THE END: trick with one ingredient – perforated toothpaste – always smelling toilet
Yes, really: you only need regular toothpaste (classical, no gel), best menthol/mint.
How to:
- In the upper part of the tube with hot needle Do you make a bottle? 3–6 tiny holesDo not open or squeeze the tube – we want slowly releasing the scent.
- Place the tube horizontally in a hidden corner of the bathroom: behind the tank, on a shelf next to the toilet, in a basket for utensils or behind a cabinet with a mirror.
- Squeeze occasionally if necessary micro amount to refresh the holes, and set aside again.
Why it works: The menthol and flavorings in the toothpaste are slowly released through the holes and provide gentle, clean scent for several days, without mixing or spraying.
How long: from a few days to 1–2 weeks, depending on the size of the room, heat and airflow.
⚠️ Important: this trick do not place in the flushing tank. The paste can foam, clog nozzles and strain seals. Use it only as a passive deodorizer in the room.
♻️ Choose classic white paste free of glitter and microplastics.
👶🐾 Keep out of reach of children and pets.
