# Homemade Countertop Cleansers These Pop Sugar DIY Wipes Are Sanitizing and Made Independently By Jordy E | Published 2015-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-sugar-diy-wipes References: [pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com/explore/homemade-cleaning-wipes) & [popsugar](http://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/DIY-Bathroom-Cleaning-Wipes) The Pop Sugar [DIY Wipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshist-debuts1) help users sanitize surfaces without having to make a trip to retail stores. Instead, this concept calls for the creation of an independent cleanser. Posted on the Pop Sugar website are a series of steps for readers to follow. Prior to commencing this cleansing project, the website calls for newspaper, spray paint and a 64-ounce plastic container. Once all the required materials have been assembled, readers are encouraged to blend together a viscous solution with water, [lemon juice and vinegar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunny-valley-orchard) ingredients. This mixture promises to shine counter tops, [toilets and sinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toilet-bowl-cleaner-sheets). Best of all, it is also free of additional chemicals that are typical found in home products without an eco slant. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Sanitizing Solutions:** Creating homemade cleaning products to sanitize surfaces without the need to visit retail stores. - **Eco-friendly Home Cleaning:** Making environmentally friendly cleansers using natural ingredients without harmful chemicals. - **Independent Cleaning Alternatives:** Encouraging individuals to produce their own countertop cleansers instead of relying on commercial brands. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Cleaning Products:** Developing innovative eco-friendly cleaning products that align with the growing demand for sustainable solutions. - **Retail:** Adapting to the shift in consumer behavior towards DIY cleaning solutions by offering necessary materials and tools. - **Sustainability:** Exploring opportunities to create products that are both effective for cleaning and environmentally friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Made Disinfecting Wipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloroxpro.md) - [Plant-Based Disinfectant Wipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloroxpro-1.md) - [Convenient Cleaning Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tru-earth.md) - [Gentle Family-Safe Disinfectants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puracy-1.md) - [Free-From Household Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multi-surface-eco-cleaner.md) - [Vinegar-Powered Sustainable Cleaning Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/9-elements-foaming-dish-spray.md) - [Plant-Based Surface Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saje-multisurface-cleaning-refill.md) - [Probiotic Cleaning Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cif-infinite-clean.md) - [Plant-Based All-Purpose Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guests-on-earth-citrus-oasis.md)