Simple Solutions for a Calmer, Fresher Home
Aromatherapy is not about trying to hawk essential oils to all of your friends and family through high pressure sales tacticts; rather, it is about using the oils collected from aromatic plants to supports your wellbeing, with the added benefit of creating pleasant aromas. There are countless ways to incorporate aromatherapy into your daily routine, from refreshing room sprays to relaxing bath blends and calming diffuser recipes. Let's quickly review simple ways you can make your home a sanctuary of refreshing calmness with DIY aromatherapy.
Room & Linen Sprays
Transform the ambiance of any room with these easy-to-make sprays. Whether you want to freshen up your living space or prepare for a good night's sleep, these blends are perfect.
Using a 2 oz glass or PET plastic spray bottle, fill with 1.5 oz distilled water or prefered hydrosol, 0.5 oz of 190-proof alcohol (Everclear) and up to 24 drops of essential oil.
Blends
Sleepy Linen Spray
8 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
8 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
6 drops Scotch pine (Pinus sylvestris)
Refreshing Room Spray
8 drops lime (Citrus aurantifolia) essential oil
6 drops bergamot mint (Mentha citrata) essential oil
4 drops spearmint (Mentha spicata) essential oil
Clear the Air Spray
10 drops lemon (Citrus limon) essential oil
8 drops cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana) essential oil
4 drops tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil
Couch Refreshing Spray
10 drops lemon (Citrus limon) essential oil
10 drops tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil
3 drops clove (Eugenia caryophyllata) essential oil
Calming Diffuser Blends
Diffusing essential oils is an excellent way to create a calming atmosphere in your home. These blends are designed to bring a soothing sense of peace through dispersing the aroma throughout the room. Each diffuser is a little different, so be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to use your particular diffuser.
Diffuser Blends to Try
Calm & Comfort
2 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
2 drops frankincense (Boswellia spp) essential oil
2 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
2 drops cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) essential oil
Sweet Dreams
3 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
2 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
2 drops bergamot (Citrus bergamia) essential oil
1 drop Atlas cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) essential oil
Breath of Calm
3 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
3 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
2 drops eucalyptus (Eucalyptus dives) essential oil
Clear Calm Mind
3 drops balsam fir (Abies balsamea) essential oil
3 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
2 drops clary sage (Salvia sclarea) essential oil
Serenity
4 drops juniper berry (Juniperus communis) essential oil
3 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
1 drop Atlas cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) essential oil
Personal Aromatherapy Diffuser Dots
Sometimes a subtle, localized scent is all you need. Personal diffuser dots are perfect for those moments. These felt stickers can be attached to your clothing, offering a gentle aroma throughout the day. Simply add one to three drops of essential oil to the dot, place it on your upper clothing, and remember to remove it before laundering.
Try These Blends
Wake-Up Dot
2 drops lemon (Citrus limon) essential oil
1 drop rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) essential oil
Open Breath Dot
2 drops cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana) essential oil
1 drop black spruce (Picea mariana) essential oil
Concentration-Time Dot
1 drop corn mint (Mentha arvensis) essential oil
1 drop rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) essential oil
Sleepy-Time Dot
2 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
1 drop mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
Relaxing Bath Blends
We all need to take a little time to unwind and release the stress that has built up throughout the day. Try turning your bath into a relaxing spa experience. Whether you're looking to exfoliate, soak, or simply relax, these recipes have you covered.
Recipes
Refreshing Salt Bath Combine various salts and clay; add 1/3 cup per bath, try combining the salt blend a tablespoon of carrier oil and a drop or two of your favorite, soothing essential oil
1/4 cup pink Himalayan salt
1/4 cup Epsom salt
1/8 cup Celtic Sea salt
1/8 cup Persian blue salt or black lava salt
1/8 cup baking soda
1/8 cup bentonite or French clay
Peaceful Salt Scrub Use as exfoliating scrub, if using on face, substitute sugar in place of salt. Be sure to avoid getting water in the container
1/2 cup finely ground sea salt
1/2 cup of your favorite carrier oil (jojoba, almond, etc)
1 Tbsp coarsely ground dried lavender and plantain (Plantago spp) blend
12 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
8 drops lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) essential oil
Soothing Tea Bath Fill a muslin tea bag with dried herbs and toss it into the bathtub as you fill the tub, turning your bath water into a tea bath
1 part dried lemon balm
1 part dried calendula
1 part dried lavender
Mellowing Aromatic Bath this is a stock blend, add a few drops into your bath water when needing a little extra help winding down & letting go
3 drops mandarin (Citrus reticulata) essential oil
3 drops bergamot (Citrus bergamia) essential oil
1 oz of your favorite carrier oil (vanilla-infused jojoba oil, lavender-infused almond oil, etc)
Conclusion
Incorporating aromatherapy into your daily life does not have to be complicated. With these simple recipes, you can create a calming, refreshing environment in your home. Whether you are using active or passive diffusers to create a calming ambiance, room sprays for a fresh atmosphere, bath blends for relaxation, these DIY creations are helpful in supporting your wellness. Happy creating!
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