According to the U.S. National Center for Health Statistics, one in three people suffers from allergies, asthma, sinusitis or bronchitis. One possible solution to these problems to lessen the impact of these diseases may be to create homemade cleansers rather than buying commercial products.

Homemade cleaning products are cheaper and often environmentally friendly alternatives to products sold in stores. The best part of natural cleansers is that they can be made at home. All that’s needed is a few natural ingredients.

Although homemade cleaning products work and they’re a lot milder, a little more scrubbing and cleaning effort is required.

Experienced home cleanser makers recommend buying ingredients in bulk to help cut costs and storing cleansers in reusable containers to reduce waste. They also recommend a few drops of essential oil or herbs to enhance the scent of cleansers.

Those who don’t want to go through the hassle of making such cleansers can still substitute healthier and more environmentally friendly products. Use of these products helps promote the growth of green business, which helps contribute to a sustainable environment.

Products as simple as baking soda clean and deodorize. Lemon fights against household bacteria while white vinegar removes mildew, odors, stains and wax build-up. Cornstarch has the ability to clean windows, polish furniture and substitute as a shampoo for carpet.

Mixing 1/4 cup baking soda with one cup vinegar makes a toilet bowl cleaner. Two teaspoons of vinegar with one quart of water makes a natural glass cleaner. One quarter cup of white vinegar with one tablespoon cornstarch and one quart warm water will make a streak-free glass cleaner.

“I make my own household cleaners, laundry soap and bug repellent. My peak reason for making home cleaners is because of toxicity. I would rather use healthier alternatives. The factor of saving money is just a bonus. It’s safer for the environment and my family,” said counselor Amy Young.