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Essential Oil in Cleaning Products

A concentrated plant oil. Dogs metabolise these poorly, so diffused or licked exposure matters more than it does for people.

Also known as: patchouli oil, lavandin oil, sage oil, citronella oil, orange oil, cedarwood oil, eucalyptol, camphor, menthol, carvone

Puppy Safety
4.0
Adult Dog Safety
5.0
Paw Safety
6.0
Respiratory Safety
4.0
Licking Risk
4.0
Environmental
7.0
Ingredient Transparency
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Cleaning Performance
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What should dog owners know about Essential Oil?

Clean Wise evaluates Essential Oil by the published ingredient reference and its dog-exposure sub-scores. Those scores help describe expected concern around paws, licking, breathing and age groups; they do not make a universal “safe” or “unsafe” claim for every concentration, product or use.

What this means for your dog

Plain-language read of the sub-scores above.

  • Around puppiesExtra care recommended around puppies. Consider a gentler alternative or keep puppies away until surfaces are fully dry.
  • Around pawsRinse or wipe surfaces and let them dry fully before your dog walks on them.
  • If lickedDo not let dogs lick treated surfaces. Rinse well and store securely; call your vet or poison line if ingested.
  • In the airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

fragrance

Found in these product types

Air Fresheners
20 products contain Essential Oil
5.7
Laundry Detergents
10 products contain Essential Oil
8.3
Fabric Sprays
3 products contain Essential Oil
5.8
Bathroom Cleaners
3 products contain Essential Oil
5.6
Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays
1 product contain Essential Oil
1.0
Dryer Sheets
1 product contain Essential Oil
6.6

Products containing Essential Oil

Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Bora Bora, 26 mL Oil Refill
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Plug In Air Freshener, Odor-Fighting Scented Oil Refill, Ref&Ener Sthe&Rest, 4 Refills
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Gain Original Scent, (1) .79 fl. oz. Oil Refill
5.7
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide PODS Liquid Laundry Detergent Pacs, Spring Meadow Scent, 20 count
3.8
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Origins Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener & Odor Fighter, Ocean, (2) .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills
5.7
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Ultra OXI Power PODS with Odor Eliminators Laundry Detergent Pacs, 18 Count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt
3.8
Febreze · Fabric Sprays
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 700 mL
5.8
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Gain Original Scent, (1) 26 mL Oil Refill
5.7
LOONA · Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays
LOON-A-LLERGIES 500 ml / 16.9 oz
1.0
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Mediterranean Lavender, (1) 26 mL Oil Refill
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Downy April Fresh, .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Heavy Duty Crisp Clean, Pack of 2, 250 g each
5.7
Febreze · Fabric Sprays
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 438 mL
5.8
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Power PODS Plus Ultra OXI White and Bright Laundry Detergent Pacs, 18 Count, Advanced Stain Removal and Whitening Power
3.8
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener, Downy April Fresh, .87 fl. oz. Oil Refill
5.7
Fresh Wave · Air Fresheners
Fresh Wave Odor Removing Gel
5.7
Febreze · Fabric Sprays
Febreze Unstopables Touch Fabric Spray and Odor Fighter, Fresh, 500 mL
5.3
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Small Spaces Holiday Air Freshener Apple Cider Scent, 7.5 mL each, Pack of 2
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Small Spaces Holiday Air Freshener Winter Spruce Scent, 7.5 mL, Pack of 2
5.7
Fresh Wave · Air Fresheners
Fresh Wave Odor Removing Spray
5.7
Scrubbing Bubbles · Bathroom Cleaners
Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner
4.9
Bounce · Dryer Sheets
Pet Hair & Lint Guard Mega Dryer Sheets
6.6
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Power PODS Laundry Detergent Pacs, Original, 36 count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt
6.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Power PODS Laundry Detergent Pacs, Spring Meadow, 25 count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt
8.3
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Power Pods Laundry Detergent Pacs with Febreze Sport, 18 Count, Febreze Freshness with Sport Odor Defense
3.8
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
LYSOL® AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANER - Nature Fresh InspirationsTM Cotton Lilac
3.3
Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners
LYSOL® AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANER - CLICK GELTM Spring Waterfall®
5.6
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Spring & Renewal HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.09 L 24 loads
3.4
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze AUTO Air Freshener Vent Clip Midnight Storm Scent, 2.2 mL Car Vent Clip, Pack of 2
5.1
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Car Air Freshener Vent Clip Cranberry Tart Scent, 2-count 2 mL car vent clips
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Car Odor-Eliminating Air Freshener Vent Clip, Linen & Sky, 1 count
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze LIGHT Small Spaces Air Freshener Lavender, 7.5 mL, 1 count
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Apple Cider, 26 mL Oil Refill, 2 Count
5.7
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze AUTO Air Freshener Vent Clip Platinum Ice Scent, 2.2 mL Car Vent Clip, Pack of 2
5.4
Febreze · Air Fresheners
Febreze Car Air Freshener Vent Clip, Midnight Storm, 1 count
4.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Botanical Rain HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.09 L, 24 loads
3.9
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Simply Oxi Boost + Febreze Odor Defense Laundry Detergent - Sunny Breeze
8.0
Tide · Laundry Detergents
Tide Plus Febreze Sport Odor Defense HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 2.72 L, 59 loads
7.8

Learn more

Essential Oils and Dogs: What's Safe, What's Not, and Why "Natural" Doesn't Always Mean Safe
Essential Oils and Dogs: What's Safe, What's Not, and Why "Natural" Doesn't Always Mean Safe
Take a closer look at essential oils in dog care, including concentration, exposure, DIY sprays and the questions to ask before choosing a product.

CleanWise provides educational information to help dog owners make informed household choices. Scores are based upon ingredient transparency, intended use and currently available information. Individual dogs may have different sensitivities. Always follow manufacturer instructions.