by Annie Berthold-Bond, http://www.Care2.com Producer, Green Living Channels
New research is proving that the old folk recipes using herbs and essential oils to kill germs, such as those used by 14th century doctors during the Black Plague, were based on good science. Many essential oils, such as the oils of lavender and thyme, are more antiseptic than phenol, the industry standard. Research is also showing that antibacterial plant oils may not cause drug resistance as could be the case with common chemical disinfectants. The essential oil-based spray, below, leaves a lovely, clean scent. It is a good choice to use for misting your cutting board after use.
Lightly Lavender Antibacterial Spray
* 1 cup water
* 20 drops pure essential oil of lavender
Pour the water into a spray bottle. Add the lavender essential oil and shake to blend. Spray on the surface and let set for at least 15 minutes, or don’t rinse at all.
Makes: 1 cup spray
Shelf Life: Indefinite
Helpful Hints:
* Look for small, colored (and recycled!) spray bottles at your local hardware store.
Caution
* Make sure to never get essential oils near your eyes, or to put them directly on your skin.
* Make certain to use only clean spray bottles, and ones that have never contained toxic poisons.
* Note that homemade herbal antibacterial sprays are not registered disinfectants.
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Posted on April 19th, 2007 by Dee
Filed under: Green Cleaning
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