Lately, many people have been choosing Canadian-made cleaning and self-care products, which is a wonderful way to support local companies.

But I’ve been thinking—why not try making these things ourselves?

With a few basic ingredients most of us already have, plus a touch of essential oils from around the world, we can create gentle cleaners, sprays, and scrubs that work just as well. It’s a practical, satisfying option that feels like a balance between doing it all and keeping things easy.