Lemon and Rosemary DIY Air Freshener

Upon walking into a stinky home after a weekend away (thanks to compost left in the kitchen), I was inspired to recreate an air freshening room spray I saw on Pinterest, but with ingredients I had at home. I picked lemons off my tree and rosemary from my bush, to whip up this natural deodorizer, making this fragrant solution incredibly affordable and easy.

Even more exciting than saving money, this air freshener made my house smell delicious and so clean. This recipe is also super flexible and customizable to your preferences. You can add vanilla extract or lavender plant if you prefer those scents!

Looking for more ways to use your rosemary? Try out this rosemary tea, rosemary vegan crackers, rosemary roasted potatoes, and candied rosemary walnuts.

Homemade Air Freshener

I love how easy and affordable this recipe for homemade air deodorizer is! Did you know that most of the air fresheners you find at the store are packed with chemicals that can be harsh in your home, to your family, and to your four-legged friends?

This air freshener is pet-safe and the perfect way to replace those common store-bought bottles while using ingredients you already have at home. It’s a total win! 

Best Room Deodorizer Scents! 

The beauty of this DIY odor eliminator is that you can choose your favorite scents and use them throughout your home or you can make different ones for each room of the house.

For example, this lemon and rosemary version would be perfect for the kitchen and bathrooms, but you could go with a lavender-based spray for bedrooms since it has great restful sleep properties. 

If you want to use essential oils, here are a few ideas for scent combinations that you can try:

• Orange & Cinnamon
• Lemon & Thyme
• Grapefruit & Basil
• Peppermint & Rosemary
• Lavender & Vanilla
• Peppermint & Vanilla
• Rose & Sandalwood

You can also add fragrant spices to your DIY air freshener. Cinnamon and vanilla make a delicious living room scent, especially during the holidays. But if that (understandably!) makes your mouth water, here are some cinnamon and vanilla-themed recipes to try: vanilla scones, vegan vanilla cupcakes, vegan cinnamon rolls, and apple cinnamon bread.

Whatever scents you choose, give this homemade air freshener a try and breathe in the freshness! Get creative and let us know which scents you come up with in the comments.

How to Make Homemade Air Freshener

Step 1: Add the lemon, rosemary, and water to a medium pot, bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer and let sit until your house smells awesome. Note: It’s very important to not let the water dry out because burned lemons and rosemary defeat the purpose of this recipe.

Homemade Air Freshener Spray Ideas

There are so many ways to use your fresh-smelling lemon and rosemary air freshener! You can:

• Spritz it around the house
• Add it to a diffuser to make the whole house smell fresh
• Dilute it and use it as a surface cleaner or all-purpose cleaner
• Keep a bottle in your car
• Take some on vacation to combat the musty hotel room smells
• Place one in the half-bath for guests

The options are endless, so get creative and enjoy your lovely smelling home! With just a few easy steps, you can create a refreshing and natural room deodorizer that is great for your health and the health of your family and pets. Make some today to be ready whenever you need it!

Do you have a favorite air freshener scent combination? Share it with us in the comments below.