A home should smell fresh and have a pleasant aroma. However, using bought air fresheners can involve exposure to harmful chemicals, which is why more and more people are choosing to make their own homemade air fresheners. In this article, we suggest how to make odour absorbers in the form of scented sachets, using simple and natural ingredients.
Why is it worth making homemade air fresheners?
Homemade air fresheners allow us to decide what we inhale in our own home. Store-bought products often contain various chemicals that are not necessarily good for our health. Home air fresheners allow us to use natural ingredients that are completely safe for our bodies. Such sachets are easy to prepare and can be adapted to our individual fragrance preferences. You can experiment with different types of oils, herbs and spices to create unique compositions that soothe and relax us. Homemade sachets, depending on the ingredients, can absorb moisture, cancel out unpleasant musty odours and spread a pleasant, natural aroma.
Homemade moisture-absorbing sachets
Odour absorbers – where to start?
When preparing odour sachets, the first step is to choose the right fabric. You have a very wide range of choices here. For larger ingredients, you can opt for small organza bags. Organza has a mesh-like structure, which allows the fragrances to be released easily. For more information on this unique fabric, see our article What is organza. For small and loose products, it is better to use bags made of natural fabrics such as cotton, linen or silk, which also transmit odours well. Linen pouches look very natural and striking, while cotton pouches are available in very rich and attractive colours.
DIY fragrance pouches
Fragrance and moisture absorbing cartridges
The next decision you need to make is whether you only care about bags that absorb moisture or also spread a pleasant fragrance. In either case, there are several natural options that can be tried and tested in specific situations. What substances best absorb moisture and odours? What do you use to prepare fragrance sachets?
- Silica gel
Silica gel is a substance that absorbs moisture very well. It is often included in small paper sachets when purchasing leather goods. You can place the gel in the sachets and make use of its absorbent properties. You can also use silicate cat litter, which is also excellent at absorbing moisture. In fact, any cat litter is an excellent moisture absorber. - Bentonite clay
Bentonite clay can also be poured into a cotton bag and placed in the area you want to dry. It absorbs excess moisture and helps to keep the environment dry. - Baking soda
Baking soda also absorbs odours. It will work well in your car, wardrobe or wardrobe. It is a good idea to add a few drops of your favourite essential oil to the baking soda, such as lavender or lemon, or any other scent you like. You can also sprinkle in some dried herbs such as mint and rosemary, this will give you a fresh scent. - Essential oils
Adding a few drops of your favourite fragrance oil to a sachet of silica gel or salt will ensure a pleasant scent for a longer period of time. You can choose oils with relaxing properties, such as lavender, mint or sandalwood. - Vinegar and essential oils
An odour absorber can also be prepared from vinegar and essential oil. Just mix half a glass of apple cider vinegar with 15-20 drops of your favourite essential oil. Soak hygienic cotton wools in this mixture and place them in suitable bags.
Silica gel in a burlap pouch- effective against moisture
Natural odour and moisture absorbers
- Tea-dry
Tea dried is also an ideal material for absorbing unpleasant odours. You can put it in sachets and put it in a cupboard or drawer. We recommend dried green tea, which smells very fresh. - Dried lavender
Not only does lavender have the advantage of smelling beautifully floral, but sachets of dried lavender absorb odours and repel clothes moths, so it’s perfect for wardrobes with clothes. For more information about lavender, see one of our articles. - A mixture of herbs and flowers
A mixture of herbs such as mint, lavender, basil and cloves is a great way to make a natural odour absorber. You can, of course, use other dried herbs that you like the smell of. Mix the herbs in equal proportions and pour them into a bag. Such natural mixtures not only eliminate odours, but also give a pleasant aroma. - Activated charcoal
Activated carbon is also an excellent odour absorber. Simply place the activated carbon particles in the pouches and add a few drops of your favourite oil to it
Linen scented pouches with lavender
For natural absorbers, it is important to check their moisture level from time to time. After a while they can become heavily saturated with water and then it is worth replacing their contents or drying them out as with silica gel.
Odour absorbers – step by step
A fragrance sachet can literally be made in a few steps:
- Prepare a fabric sachet made of natural material or mesh organza.
- Fill it with your chosen ingredient. This could be dried lavender, dried tea or a moisture-absorbing gel. Add drops of essential oil.
- Tie the sachet so that the ingredients do not fall out.
- Prepare an appropriate number of sachets depending on your needs.
How do I prepare scented sachets for my car?
You can prepare scented bag to freshen up the interior of your car in the same way. Simply use the ingredients mentioned above or opt for products such as coffee and orange. Coffee has a very intense aroma that effectively absorbs unpleasant odours. Simply place a few tablespoons of coffee in fabric pouch and place them in various places in the car. Also, orange peels have a very pleasant citrus fragrance. They can be dried, placed in pouches and hung in the car. Essential oils with silica gel or tea will also work well here. If you decide to make your own scented sachets for your car, remember that they should not be placed where they could interfere with your driving. They can be hung on the rear-view mirror or placed under the seat.
Organza bag with silica gel – a refreshing fragrance for the car!
How long do natural odour absorbers last?
Natural odour absorbers will work effectively for a few weeks, sometimes a little longer. If you want their effect to be stronger, you can add more moisture-absorbing ingredients or simply change the contents of the bags from time to time. Home odor neutralizers can be placed anywhere you want to get rid of unpleasant odours. This can be a wardrobe, drawer, wardrobe, toilet or even the fridge. Homemade fragrance sachets are a great way to freshen the air. The natural ingredients are completely safe for our health.
It is also a good idea to put silica gels sachets in your clothes drawer and wardrobe
Experiment and create your own fragrance blends!
When preparing your own air fresheners, you can use our hints or simply experiment with your favourite aromas. Some scents have relaxing and calming properties, others have a more invigorating effect. Just choose the right sachet, fill it with the ingredients of your choice and enjoy your favourite aroma. With homemade fragrance-absorbing sachets, you won’t expose yourself to harmful chemicals, you’ll discover the magic of natural fragrances and you’ll get great satisfaction from the work you’ve done yourself. Such sachets are also an excellent idea for a small gift, which will certainly bring a lot of joy to the gifted person.
