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Effortless Garbage Deodorizer

Words by Tessa McDonald

Photography by Santiago de Hoyos

The scent of garbage is not, um, great. Even when a fresh bag is put in, those pesky aromas can linger—so give this natural deodorizer a try.

EFFORTLESS GARBAGE DEODORIZER

15 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil

10 drops Lemon Essential Oil

1 cup baking soda

How to use it

  1. Combine the ingredients together in a sealable container.
  2. Store it in the cupboard, and sprinkle a few tablespoons onto the base of your garbage can whenever it needs a little scent rejuvenation.
  3. Never worry about smelly garbage bins again.