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Homemade Antiseptic
There are many natural antiseptics that if not already within your home can be easily made with just a few simple ingredients. Homemade antiseptics have the benefit of being natural and low in cost. They also do not contain potentially harmful additives. Many plants, herbs and foods contain natural antiseptic properties, and whipping up a quick sterile solution for cuts or infections is easy if you know what to use.
Read more: www.ehow.com/way_5456258_homemade-antiseptic.html#ixzz2ov3epZ6M
Common Household Ingredients
Raw, unfiltered honey is an effective antiseptic treatment for topical wounds, burns or scrapes and helps inhibit the growth of bacteria. A recent study done in Canada at Ottawa University found that ordinary honey kills the bacteria found in sinus infections, in many cases more effectively than other antibiotics. However, never administer honey internally to children less than one year in age.
Lemon is also an antiseptic, is beneficial for the skin and has been tested for positive effects upon the digestive, circulatory and lymphatic systems. The antibacterial properties of lemon may be used to sterilize bites and wounds and soothe sunburns. You can also add lemon juice to a spray bottle with water to sanitize the air.
Garlic is another natural food with antiviral, antibiotic, anti-parasitic and antifungal capabilities and has a history of being used in WWI and WWII for the prevention of infections. The active ingredient in garlic--allicin--is effective against strep and staph germs and in some cases has even been shown to combat bacterial strains that are resistant to regular antibiotics. Use garlic topically or internally in raw clove form. For those who cannot tolerate garlic in clove form, garlic capsules are available.
Barberry Root
This amazing herb belongs to the Berberidaceae family and contains the compound berberine (also found in goldenseal) which aids it in its antibiotic effect. A compress made from an infusion of barberry root is able to combat pinkeye. Barberry has been used to treat dysentery and cholera in addition to salmonella and E. coli, and has effective properties against staph and strep infections. For internal use, boil 1/2 teaspoon in one cup of water for 30 minutes and let cool. Drink up to one cup per day; children under 2 or pregnant women should not take barberry.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is a popular antiseptic and disinfectant for skin or mouth infections and may be used in strengths of 5 to 15 percent depending upon the condition it treats. Tea tree oil has been used to treat ringworm and fungal infections such as jock itch and athlete's foot. Tea tree oil has antibiotic, antiviral and fungicidal properties that make it a useful item to keep on hand in the medicine cabinet for topical applications.
Read more: www.ehow.com/way_5456258_homemade-antiseptic.html#ixzz2ov3numJB
Homemade Treatments for Cuts Scrapes Burns
An antiseptic is a cleaner, cream, ointment or wash that prevents the growth of bacteria so that the cut, scrape or sore does not get infected. Antiseptic washes can be made with essential oils very easily and they come in very handed around the house because someone is always getting hurt especially kids. They are always scraping a knee or cutting themselves somehow or another or even, god forbid, getting burned.
You can purchase antiseptic washes at the store but why do this when you can make your own at home and these are really great if you prefer all natural healing or going green. Below you will find some antiseptic formulas that you can make and try for yourself. Choose a formula then mix the essential oils with the water and be sure to mix them well. Use as needed on cuts, scrapes, burns and sores.
Antiseptic Wash #1
Ingredients:
10 drops Bergamot Oil
10 drops Eucalyptus Oil
10 drops Lavender Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #2
Ingredients:
15 drops Eucalyptus Oil
10 drops Lemon Oil
5 drops Peppermint Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #3
Ingredients:
5 drops lavender Oil
10 drops Lemon Oil
10 drops Sandalwood Oil
5 drops Ylang-Ylang Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #4
Ingredients:
4 drops Bergamot Oil
8 drops Eucalyptus Oil
12 drops Geranium Oil
4 drops Tea Tree Oil
2 drops Ylang-Ylang
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #5
Ingredients:
10 drops Bergamot Oil
10 drops Camphor Oil
10 drops peppermint Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #6
Ingredients:
15 drops Camphor Oil
5 drops Chamomile Oil
6 drops Lemon Oil
4 drops Tea Tree Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash # 7
Ingredients:
8 drops Basil Oil
4 drops Bergamot Oil
6 drops Camphor Oil
6 drops Lavender Oil
6 drops Sandalwood Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #8
Ingredients:
6 drops Camphor Oil
6 drops Eucalyptus Oil
8 drops Geranium Oil
5 drops Lavender Oil
5 drops Lemon Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Note: These are formulas that I have created and worked with over the years. Be sure to wear gloves when working with essential oils in their pure state and they should always be diluted with a carrier oil. Test a small path of skin with a tiny bit of the formula to make sure that you do not experience an allergic reaction before you use it on a large area of skin. No liability can be taken by me!
First-Aid Antiseptic Ointment
Ingredients
-1 1/2 ounces beeswax, grated
-1 cup olive, almond, or coconut oil
-1/4 teaspoon vitamin E oil
-1/2 teaspoon tea tree oil
-20 drops lavender essential oil
-10 drops lemon essential oil
Directions
1. Over very low heat, in a small pot or double boiler, melt oils and beeswax.
2. Remove from heat and add vitamin E oil and essential oils. Stir with a chopstick.
3. Pour mixture into small sterilized jars (or a mason jar). Allow to cool on counter.
4. Store in a cool, dark place. Use as needed on wounds. Will keep for approximately 5 years.
Notes
-Antiseptic properties of the essential oils include:
Tea tree oil: antibiotic, anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial
Lavender: analgesic (pain relief), antibiotic, anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial
Lemon: antibiotic, antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial
-For those who do not like the smell of lavender…you may substitute chamomile essential oils for lavender and fir essential oils for lemon.
How to Make Homemade Disinfectant
Ingredients
1 tsp / 5ml borax
2 tbsp / 30ml vinegar
1/4 cup 60ml pure liquid soap
2 cups 500ml hot water
Next: 5 DIY Homemade Cleaners!
You likely have all these items in your house as it stands; so this should be relatively simple to put together.
The 4 key ingredients you’ll require are:
Vinegar – mild disinfectant, grease cutter, de-scaler, glass cleaner
Dish soap – neutral pH – gentle and safe on essentially every surface and a mild soap that can lifts off dirt and grime
Rubbing alcohol – at least 65% USP in order for it to qualify as a disinfectant, can be mixed with water
Hydrogen peroxide – naturally occurring bleach, used in Oxy powders. Uses oxygen to break bonds between dirt and bacteria and the surface they are on. A great disinfectant, stain remover and natural whitener.
Baking soda – abrasion, deodorizing, great for replacing a scouring powder. It’s not actually used in any of the recipes but can be used to boost cleaning power by sprinkling on a sprayed surface.
If you wish to, select an essential oil that you like (and perhaps has some extra beneficial properties) and add 10 drops to the bottle.
Here are the recipes:
Glass Cleaner
1 part water, 1 part vinegar. Use to clean windows and mirrors with a glass cleaning cloth or newsprint. The smell dissipates quickly.
Disinfectant
1 part water, 1 part rubbing alcohol. Use to spray and leave after you’ve cleaned a surface, only use where required i.e. points of contact, cutting boards, bathrooms etc. Note that a disinfectant does not necessarily clean (i.e. lift dirt off) so this is the second part of a two-step cleaning process (first part is the actual cleaning with a cleaner).
All-Purpose Cleaner
1 tablespoon of dish soap per bottle of water. Great to use for cleaning kitchen, bathroom surfaces, hallways, most furniture. If you are finding residue, reduce the amount of dish liquid being used (they vary in recipes).
Tub and tile Cleaner / Degreaser
1 part vinegar, 1 part dish liquid. Use for soap scum on tiles and glass, greasy kitchens etc. Spray, let it sit for 5 minutes and start to clean.
Stain Remover
2 parts hydrogen peroxide, 1 part dish liquid. Amazing, simply spray on a stain, rub it in, rinse it out. It can also be used as a pre-treatment for stains. Test in an inconspicuous area first as the hydrogen peroxide may discolor.
There are many more, I hope this has been a Help!
There are many natural antiseptics that if not already within your home can be easily made with just a few simple ingredients. Homemade antiseptics have the benefit of being natural and low in cost. They also do not contain potentially harmful additives. Many plants, herbs and foods contain natural antiseptic properties, and whipping up a quick sterile solution for cuts or infections is easy if you know what to use.
Read more: www.ehow.com/way_5456258_homemade-antiseptic.html#ixzz2ov3epZ6M
Common Household Ingredients
Raw, unfiltered honey is an effective antiseptic treatment for topical wounds, burns or scrapes and helps inhibit the growth of bacteria. A recent study done in Canada at Ottawa University found that ordinary honey kills the bacteria found in sinus infections, in many cases more effectively than other antibiotics. However, never administer honey internally to children less than one year in age.
Lemon is also an antiseptic, is beneficial for the skin and has been tested for positive effects upon the digestive, circulatory and lymphatic systems. The antibacterial properties of lemon may be used to sterilize bites and wounds and soothe sunburns. You can also add lemon juice to a spray bottle with water to sanitize the air.
Garlic is another natural food with antiviral, antibiotic, anti-parasitic and antifungal capabilities and has a history of being used in WWI and WWII for the prevention of infections. The active ingredient in garlic--allicin--is effective against strep and staph germs and in some cases has even been shown to combat bacterial strains that are resistant to regular antibiotics. Use garlic topically or internally in raw clove form. For those who cannot tolerate garlic in clove form, garlic capsules are available.
Barberry Root
This amazing herb belongs to the Berberidaceae family and contains the compound berberine (also found in goldenseal) which aids it in its antibiotic effect. A compress made from an infusion of barberry root is able to combat pinkeye. Barberry has been used to treat dysentery and cholera in addition to salmonella and E. coli, and has effective properties against staph and strep infections. For internal use, boil 1/2 teaspoon in one cup of water for 30 minutes and let cool. Drink up to one cup per day; children under 2 or pregnant women should not take barberry.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is a popular antiseptic and disinfectant for skin or mouth infections and may be used in strengths of 5 to 15 percent depending upon the condition it treats. Tea tree oil has been used to treat ringworm and fungal infections such as jock itch and athlete's foot. Tea tree oil has antibiotic, antiviral and fungicidal properties that make it a useful item to keep on hand in the medicine cabinet for topical applications.
Read more: www.ehow.com/way_5456258_homemade-antiseptic.html#ixzz2ov3numJB
Homemade Treatments for Cuts Scrapes Burns
An antiseptic is a cleaner, cream, ointment or wash that prevents the growth of bacteria so that the cut, scrape or sore does not get infected. Antiseptic washes can be made with essential oils very easily and they come in very handed around the house because someone is always getting hurt especially kids. They are always scraping a knee or cutting themselves somehow or another or even, god forbid, getting burned.
You can purchase antiseptic washes at the store but why do this when you can make your own at home and these are really great if you prefer all natural healing or going green. Below you will find some antiseptic formulas that you can make and try for yourself. Choose a formula then mix the essential oils with the water and be sure to mix them well. Use as needed on cuts, scrapes, burns and sores.
Antiseptic Wash #1
Ingredients:
10 drops Bergamot Oil
10 drops Eucalyptus Oil
10 drops Lavender Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #2
Ingredients:
15 drops Eucalyptus Oil
10 drops Lemon Oil
5 drops Peppermint Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #3
Ingredients:
5 drops lavender Oil
10 drops Lemon Oil
10 drops Sandalwood Oil
5 drops Ylang-Ylang Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #4
Ingredients:
4 drops Bergamot Oil
8 drops Eucalyptus Oil
12 drops Geranium Oil
4 drops Tea Tree Oil
2 drops Ylang-Ylang
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #5
Ingredients:
10 drops Bergamot Oil
10 drops Camphor Oil
10 drops peppermint Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #6
Ingredients:
15 drops Camphor Oil
5 drops Chamomile Oil
6 drops Lemon Oil
4 drops Tea Tree Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash # 7
Ingredients:
8 drops Basil Oil
4 drops Bergamot Oil
6 drops Camphor Oil
6 drops Lavender Oil
6 drops Sandalwood Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Antiseptic Wash #8
Ingredients:
6 drops Camphor Oil
6 drops Eucalyptus Oil
8 drops Geranium Oil
5 drops Lavender Oil
5 drops Lemon Oil
4 cups Distilled or Spring Water
Note: These are formulas that I have created and worked with over the years. Be sure to wear gloves when working with essential oils in their pure state and they should always be diluted with a carrier oil. Test a small path of skin with a tiny bit of the formula to make sure that you do not experience an allergic reaction before you use it on a large area of skin. No liability can be taken by me!
First-Aid Antiseptic Ointment
Ingredients
-1 1/2 ounces beeswax, grated
-1 cup olive, almond, or coconut oil
-1/4 teaspoon vitamin E oil
-1/2 teaspoon tea tree oil
-20 drops lavender essential oil
-10 drops lemon essential oil
Directions
1. Over very low heat, in a small pot or double boiler, melt oils and beeswax.
2. Remove from heat and add vitamin E oil and essential oils. Stir with a chopstick.
3. Pour mixture into small sterilized jars (or a mason jar). Allow to cool on counter.
4. Store in a cool, dark place. Use as needed on wounds. Will keep for approximately 5 years.
Notes
-Antiseptic properties of the essential oils include:
Tea tree oil: antibiotic, anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial
Lavender: analgesic (pain relief), antibiotic, anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial
Lemon: antibiotic, antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial
-For those who do not like the smell of lavender…you may substitute chamomile essential oils for lavender and fir essential oils for lemon.
How to Make Homemade Disinfectant
Ingredients
1 tsp / 5ml borax
2 tbsp / 30ml vinegar
1/4 cup 60ml pure liquid soap
2 cups 500ml hot water
Next: 5 DIY Homemade Cleaners!
You likely have all these items in your house as it stands; so this should be relatively simple to put together.
The 4 key ingredients you’ll require are:
Vinegar – mild disinfectant, grease cutter, de-scaler, glass cleaner
Dish soap – neutral pH – gentle and safe on essentially every surface and a mild soap that can lifts off dirt and grime
Rubbing alcohol – at least 65% USP in order for it to qualify as a disinfectant, can be mixed with water
Hydrogen peroxide – naturally occurring bleach, used in Oxy powders. Uses oxygen to break bonds between dirt and bacteria and the surface they are on. A great disinfectant, stain remover and natural whitener.
Baking soda – abrasion, deodorizing, great for replacing a scouring powder. It’s not actually used in any of the recipes but can be used to boost cleaning power by sprinkling on a sprayed surface.
If you wish to, select an essential oil that you like (and perhaps has some extra beneficial properties) and add 10 drops to the bottle.
Here are the recipes:
Glass Cleaner
1 part water, 1 part vinegar. Use to clean windows and mirrors with a glass cleaning cloth or newsprint. The smell dissipates quickly.
Disinfectant
1 part water, 1 part rubbing alcohol. Use to spray and leave after you’ve cleaned a surface, only use where required i.e. points of contact, cutting boards, bathrooms etc. Note that a disinfectant does not necessarily clean (i.e. lift dirt off) so this is the second part of a two-step cleaning process (first part is the actual cleaning with a cleaner).
All-Purpose Cleaner
1 tablespoon of dish soap per bottle of water. Great to use for cleaning kitchen, bathroom surfaces, hallways, most furniture. If you are finding residue, reduce the amount of dish liquid being used (they vary in recipes).
Tub and tile Cleaner / Degreaser
1 part vinegar, 1 part dish liquid. Use for soap scum on tiles and glass, greasy kitchens etc. Spray, let it sit for 5 minutes and start to clean.
Stain Remover
2 parts hydrogen peroxide, 1 part dish liquid. Amazing, simply spray on a stain, rub it in, rinse it out. It can also be used as a pre-treatment for stains. Test in an inconspicuous area first as the hydrogen peroxide may discolor.
There are many more, I hope this has been a Help!