DIY

Make Your Own

The best swap is often the one you make yourself. These recipes use simple, safe ingredients — most of which you already have. Save money, skip the chemicals, and know exactly what's in your products.

8Recipes

£0Typical cost

5 minAverage time

◈Cleaning

All-Purpose Cleaner

2 min

A simple, effective cleaner for most surfaces using just two ingredients.

easy~£0.50

Streak-Free Glass Cleaner

2 min

Crystal clear windows and mirrors without the chemicals.

easy~£0.30

◈Skincare

Simple Oil Cleanser

5 min

Dissolve makeup and sunscreen without stripping your skin.

easy~£3 for months of use

Coffee Body Scrub

5 min

Exfoliate and energise with used coffee grounds.

easyFree (uses waste)

◈Home

Stovetop Air Freshener

5 min prep

Make your home smell amazing without synthetic fragrances.

easy~£1

◈Kitchen

Produce Wash

2 min

Remove pesticide residue and wax from fruits and vegetables.

easy~£0.20

◈Laundry

Simple Laundry Detergent

10 min

Fragrance-free, effective laundry soap that's gentle on skin.

easy~£0.03/load

Natural Fabric Softener

1 min

Soften clothes without synthetic fragrances or coating chemicals.

easy~£0.02/load

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