Combine equal parts baking soda and coconut oil in a small, clean jar. Do not melt the coconut oil. Add a few drops of natural citrus oil to the mixture and stir. [1] X Research source
Apply the product to each side of the scissor blades. The paper will protect your work surface from the cleaning products. [2] X Research source
Wipe the blades from the base of the handles to the tips of the blades. If the sides of your blades are coated in adhesive, wrap the cotton ball around the blade and carefully wipe up and down. [3] X Research source
Do not dilute the white vinegar with water. While soapy water with alcohol-based products will dry out your scissors, causing them to rust, vinegar will not. [4] X Research source
You may wish to wring out the rag to remove excess vinegar. Use a thick rag—it will protect your from the blades. [5] X Research source
When you wipe the blades, begin at the base of the handles and move down towards the tips. If the sides of your blades are coated in sticky residue or the residue is not coming off, encircle the blades with the cloth and apply pressure as you wipe down the blades. [6] X Research source
The pivot is the point at which the two blades join. As you wipe down the blades with the cloth, open and close the scissors so you can clean around the pivot.
If needed, add more drops of oil to the blades. When oiling your blades, you may use household sewing machine oil or scissor oil.
Wipe your scissors from the base of the handles to the tip of the blades. If your scissors are susceptible to rust, wipe a minor amount of oil over each blade. Prior to using the blades, remove the oil with a fresh, soft cloth.
