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Homemade gel air fresheners.

DIY Gel Air Fresheners

Laura Ascher
This homemade air freshener is easy to make, inexpensive, and smells incredible!
4.55 from 33 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 air fresheners

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 tbsp of unflavored gelatin
  • 1 tbsp of salt
  • 8 drops of orange essential oil
  • 6 drops of lemon essential oil
  • 4 drops of tangerine essential oil
  • 2 drops of grapefruit essential oil

Instructions
 

  • Heat water in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the salt and stir until dissolved.
  • Stir in gelatin until dissolved.
  • Remove from heat, allow it to cool slightly, and add essential oils.
  • Transfer to two 8-ounce glass mason jars.
  • Allow the air freshener to cool completely before covering it with a breathable lid.

Notes

NOTE: You can make your own vented lid by punching several small holes through a mason jar top or by using a piece of fabric.
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I am not a nutritionalist. Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.