Fall is fast approaching and that means cold and flu season is also around the corner. Are you dreading the constant use of hand sanitizer gels filled with synthetic fragrances, artificial coloring agents, petroleum derivatives and other questionable preservatives?

Essential oils have been proven effective to kill MRSA, H1N1 and other bacteria and viruses and have been used medicinally for thousands of years. We would like to share an effective, organic alternative that you can make at home and carry with you. It is perfectly safe for use by small children and since you only use a few drops of Essential Oils per bottle, its quite cost effective as well.

ORGANIC HAND SANITIZER RECIPE

• 4-5 drops Organic Tea Tree Oil – a great antibacterial, antiseptic, antibiotic and antiviral essential oil

• 4-5 drops Organic Lavender Oil or other fragrance oil to your liking also blends well with blends well with Lemon, Eucalyptus or Orange

• Fill the container with 2 parts organic aloe gel (NOT juice)

• And 1 part filtered water (NOT tap)

After adding the ingredients, gently shake your bottle to mix. Use whenever soap and water are not available.