The same air fresheners that you use to make your home or office smell nice, are putting harmful toxins into your air that you breathe in.

Instead opt for essential oils, beeswax candles, fresh flowers or herbs like eucalyptus or lavender. These make for healthier air, and in the long run can cost you a lot less than air fresheners.

What are some of the natural ways that you freshen your home?

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