Page 8 - Cleaning with Essential Oils

Essential oils have different types of “cleansing” properties

It is important to keep in mind that there are many essential oils that are known to have cleansing properties;
however, the word “cleansing” can have many different meanings. Some essential oils have chemical
components that will provide cleansing benefits for the skin. Other oils may have a chemical profile that make

the oil useful for internal cleansing.* When it comes to household cleaning, the best essential oils are those
with properties that are useful for surface cleansing.

Remember that each essential oil has a
different and unique combination of chemical
constituents. Some essential oils may have
chemical components that are generally
“cleansing,” but they may not be particularly

useful for surface cleansing. Other essential oils
may contain cleansing properties that are useful
for cleaning surfaces; however, if these chemical
components only appear in small amounts,
it is better to use an essential oil with higher
percentages of chemicals that are useful for
cleansing surfaces specifically.

When determining which essential oils to use for cleaning around the
house, look for essential oils that contain “surface cleansing” benefits.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease