Natural Fragrances to Eliminate Toxicity

Fragrances can be one of the the sources of cancer say some recent studies. This is the air hazard I find more difficult to eliminate for a Greener environment. The market noticed that odors sell well either in cosmetics, shampoos, lotions, perfumes, soaps, cleaning products and even food, such as puddings, cookies, cakes, not to mention the strongly scented cleaning products! Almost everything we consume has a scent, did you notice? Often versions of fragrance free are not even available...I know some work places are promoting a work environment that has to be fragrance free. Will this going to work? I really wanted to know how this is going to be? Will people going to be prohibited to use perfumes and deodorants?

There are a few solutions to substitute some of these scented products. I have heard of soy candles. They are made out of soy wax and contain no harmful carcinogens. Producing 95% less soot than their counterparts. You can order them online at http://www.findsoycandles.com/.

If you need just a product that will block odors, when you fry fish or from the garbage can, you can use a open box of baking soda, that by the way is an excellent alternative to tooth paste; 100% natural, cheap and it will whiten your teeth at the first use.

If you want to have your house with a good smell, there are natural solutions as well. You can make your own potpourri with lemon and orange skins, ginger, lavender and cinnamon and vanilla bean sticks. If you make a strong infusions of this elements, they will also scent your house.

Another option is also the use of essential oils infused in wood chips as a potpourri. Essential Oils are pure aromatic plant extracts that are obtained from aromatic plant distillation. Essential Oils have a variety of applications that have positive effects on physical, psychological and emotional bodies of the individual. Each oil features its own distinct qualities, aromas, and fragrances:

Basil: antiseptic, antispasmodic, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, may stimulate hair growth, adrenal stimulant, calming, improves mental fatigue.

Bay Laurel: analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, sedative, diuretic, antibacterial, digestive, stomachic.

Benzoin: anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, euphoric, warming.

Birch: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic.

Black Pepper: anti-inflammatory, expectorant, analgesic, good for blood circulation.

Carrot Seed: used in formulations to help quiet dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, and rashes. Its high content of vitamins A, B, B2, & C relieves dryness in mature skin.

Celery: antioxidative, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, digestive, diuretic, sedative.

Chamomile, German, CO2: anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-allergenic, antispasmodic, antibacterial, digestive, fungicidal, nerve sedative.

Chamomile, Roman: antispasmodic, respiratory distress, analgesic, antiseptic, digestive, nerve sedative.

Clary Sage: anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, deodorant, sedative, tonic, helps balance hormones.

Cedar, Atlas: antiseptic, diuretic, expectorant, fungicidal, sedative insecticide, tonic, good for respiratory issues, grounding, anxiety, catarrh, hair loss.

Clove Bud: antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, stimulating, anti-rheumatic, analgesic, stimulates immune system.

Cypress: anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, deodorant, diuretic, restorative, anti-infectious.

Eucalyptus: analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, decongestant, diuretic, expectorant, antiviral, increases circulation, antifungal, antibacterial.

Fennel: digestive, anti-nausea, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, good for bruises.

Frankincense: antiseptic, astringent, expectorant, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, immune stimulant, calming, elevating to mind, slows and deepens breathing.

Geranium: antifungal, analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, antibacterial, uplifting and balances emotions.

Grapefruit: antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, stimulant, tonic.

Helichrysum: antispasmodic, expectorant, anticoagulant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, tissue regeneration, helps with addiction issues.

Juniper: anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, anti-toxic, antiarthritic, circulatory stimulant.

Lavender: analgesic, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, decongestant, deodorant, restorative, sedative, relieves nervous tension and irritability. Mother Nature's medicine chest!

Litsea cubeba: antiseptic, insecticidal, sedative, stomachic, disinfectant.

Marjoram: analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant, helps mental exhaustion, sedative.

Melissa: antidepressant, antihistaminic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, insect repellent, nervine, sedative, stomachic, tonic.

Myrrh: anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, expectorant, revitalizing, sedative, heals mouth sores, good for respiratory, immune stimulant.

Neroli: antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal.

Oregano: analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, antiviral, bactericidal, fungicidal, stimulant, tonic.

Peppermint: analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, expectorant, decongestant, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antifungal, digestive, invigorating.

Patchouli: antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, deodorant, good for skin, stress, and nervous exhaustion.

Rose: antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic.

Rosemary: analgesic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, antispasmodic, decongestant, diuretic, restorative, stimulant, tonic, may stimulate hair growth.

Rosewood: antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-parasitic, tones skin.

Sandalwood: antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, tonic, decongestant, insecticide, antifungal, calming, harmonizing, good for skin conditions, nerve pain.

Spearmint: antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant, stimulant, tonic, good for fatigue, nervous strain, stress, takes one back to uncomplicated childhood.

Spruce: anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, expectorant, immune system stimulant, antimicrobial, mentally invigorating, grounding, strengthen nervous system.

Tarragon: antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, mental stimulant, immune system stimulant.

Tea Tree: antibiotic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, expectorant, immune stimulant, antiparasitic, anti-infectious, decongestant.

Thyme: antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, immune stimulant, tonic.

Ylang Ylang: aphrodisiac, antidepressant, anti-infectious, antiseptic, euphoric, hormone regulator, sedative, tonic.


You can always bake some cookies as well, they will surely scent your house. Sadly, it is not going to last for long and you might find yourself gaining a few extra pounds on this account! LOL