I make my own DIY scented laundry freshener using just three ingredients – it works out so much cheaper than shop prices
AN INCREASING number of people are using scent boosters in a bid to leave their washing smelling extra fresh.
But if you’re a fan of the product but not so much the hefty price tag that comes with it, then you’re in luck – because a savvy woman (@zerowastecartel) has revealed how you can make your own on a budget.
In a clip shared to TikTok, she penned: “Let’s make DIY laundry freshener.”
The social media user, who is keen on sustainable living, then begins by saying: “Before I start with my sustainable journey, I love using scent boosters in my laundry but I stopped using them ages ago.
“Now I make them on my own using 1.5 cups of Epsom salts, 5 cups baking soda, 20-30 drops essential oils.”
She then goes on to say how you simply mix the ingredients together before storing them in a sealable jar.
“I love how versatile I can be with the scents, depending the season or whatever I’m feeling,” she enthuses.
“Just pop in your laundry, add a laundry detergent sheet and just sprinkle in a couple of spoonfuls of the mixture depending on your load size.
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“It leaves your clothes and towels smelling so good.”
The social media user captioned the post: “Make your laundry smell fresher than ever with this DIY Laundry Scent Booster hack!
“You can customise it to whatever scent you want so it’s perfect for any season – tip: use lavender for your bedsheets to sleep in a nice, calming scent!”
The video has since gone viral, racking up over 487k views and hundreds of comments – with many eager to give the money-saving hack a whirl themselves.
“I make this as a carpet powder and room deodoriser, works wonderfully. I use lemon and peppermint essential oils,” wrote one.
A second penned: “And softens clothes better than anything.”
A third praised: “Wow such a nice DIY hack!”
Meanwhile, another commented: “Great idea!”
A further added: “Thank you!! I have been looking for an alternative to the beads!
“You save money too I live in Canada and it’s expensive. Thank you so much.”
And one more chimed in: “I’m going to try this. I’ve finally eliminated dryer sheets so this is my next step.”