With the use of essential oils extracted from plant roots, leaves and/or seeds, after they have been infused into the sponges, these sponges will transform the standard sponges currently available to consumers in that they will serve as a source, in addition to, or in lieu of, dish detergent to combat common household bacteria, viruses and fungi found in, on and around foods, dishes, appliances, countertops and utensils. The sponges will be able to clean themselves after use, as moisture evaporates from the sponges and the essential oils continue to fight-off germs, bacteria and the like, without the use of intense heat, like boiling or microwaving. These sponges will also provide consumers with pleasant aromas missing from their perfume-free detergents, without the worry of synthetically-produced fragrances. These sponges serve as an alternative to harmful chemicals, such as benzalkonium chloride and phenylethyl ammonium chloride, found in another antibacterial sponge, manufactured by Lysol.
