This week I was in a grocery store doing my weekly run for supplies and wishing for anti-bacterial wipes that I could keep in my purse and use as I shopped. Of course, there was nothing on the shelves that said “anti-anything” but there were packages of regular wipes so I decided to buy some and make my own. Here are some ideas on how to make your own wipes and hand sanitizer. There are several options so search through your cabinets, see what you have and make your own.
Sanitizing Wipes
These recipes are for a package of 56 wipes so adjust the quantities for the size of your package.
Supplies:
Package of wipes-open and squeeze out extra moisture and let dry out slightly.
Recipe #1
1 c water
2 T chlorine bleach
20 drops essential oil (helichrysum, clove, melissa, cinnamon, oregano, peppermint, lemon, melaleuca, thyme, lime, eucalyptus, rosemary - all have anti-viral properties) *Children should avoid Cooling oils: camphor, peppermint, lemongrass, ocotea, spearmint, wintergreen, eucalyptus, thyme, due to the menthol in the oils that can potentially slow or stop breathing and Hot oils: oregano, cassia, cinnamon, clove, hyssop.
Boil water and pour into glass measuring cup allow to cool slightly. Add chlorine bleach and stir well. Add essential oil and stir. Slowly pour over the wipes so that it soaks in evenly. Close the package.
If you are not able to find wipes you can use a roll of high quality paper towels. Cut the roll in half and put in to a jar or empty chlorox wipes container. Use one of the recipes above but double the recipe. Pour over the paper towels. After all the liquid soaks into the paper towels pull out the cardboard center so that you can pull the paper from the center. Seal.
How to make Hand Sanitizer Gel
¾ c 99% isopropyl rubbing alcohol
¼ c aloe vera gel (you might find some with your sunscreen!)
I hope these ideas help to keep you and your family safe and healthy during this unprecedented time in our lives.
Best always,
Lisa
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