My blog is about herbs and thrift, and general healthy stuff, and whatever enters my mind after it gets censored for public use.

Today, I want to share a recipe for all purpose cleaner. Have you noticed how many cleaners suggest you wear gloves? We can absorb a lot thru our skin – that’s why medication patches work so well. And some of the ingredients in cleaners are industrial strength stuff. And it’s a great marketing tool, right? Stronger is better! I’m just not too sure about that.

This is something you can easily make up, and it works well on everything except wood. The alcohol in it will strip some finishes, so please avoid that. And if you aren’t sure of what an item is made of, use this sparingly and don’t leave it on too long. Time helps a lot – spray and walk away for a few minutes. You won’t have to scrub as long.

So – All Purpose Cleaner

1/2 part alcohol (isopropyl or rubbing alcohol is fine. I use the 91% kind. And don’t use the green kind – it tends to stain things)

1/2 part water (essentially, you want it about 50% alcohol).

A few drops (5-6) of Dawn dishwashing soap.

Mix in a spray bottle. That’s it. And take a look at, and think about what types of cleaners you are using, and if it could be affecting you. I suppose you could scent this as well with a few drops of essential oils – whatever floats your boat.

Have a great week.