Making Your Own DIY Home Fragrances
- dailytrophy
- Aug 5, 2024
- 2 min read
Outfit
Home Design
Meal
Tuna Salad:
Mix canned tuna with mayonnaise, celery, onions, and pickles.
Serve on bread or over a bed of lettuce.
Making Your Own DIY Home Fragrances
Making your own DIY home fragrances is a rewarding and enjoyable way to enhance your living space.
1. Gather Your Supplies
Essential oils: Popular choices include lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, peppermint, and vanilla.
Carrier oils: Options like jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, or fractionated coconut oil for dilution.
Containers: Glass jars, spray bottles, and other storage options.
2. Choose Your Fragrance Method
Essential Oil Room Spray
Combine distilled water, vodka or rubbing alcohol, and essential oils.
Mix in a spray bottle.
Shake well before each use.
Simmering Potpourri
Combine sliced fruits, spices, and herbs in a saucepan.
Cover with water and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat and let it simmer, adding water as needed.
Reed Diffuser
Mix carrier oil and essential oils in a small vase or jar.
Insert reeds or bamboo skewers into the oil mixture.
Flip reeds every few days to refresh the scent.
3. Make Your Fragrance
Essential Oil Room Spray: Mix ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well.
Simmering Potpourri: Combine ingredients in a saucepan, simmer, and reduce heat.
Reed Diffuser: Mix oils in a vase, insert reeds, and flip them regularly.
4. Customize Your Scent
Test scents: Start with a small amount of essential oil and add more as needed.
Mix and match: Experiment with different combinations to find your perfect scent.
Label creations: Label each jar or bottle to keep track of your blends.
5. Store and Use
Proper storage: Keep your DIY fragrances in cool, dark places to preserve potency.
Refresh regularly: Flip reeds, stir gels, and simmer potpourri as needed to maintain the fragrance.
Enjoy: Place your creations around your home for a continuous, pleasant aroma.
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