Are you tired of synthetic air fresheners that trigger allergies or simply want to enhance the ambiance of your home with natural scents? Making your own air freshener with essential oils is not only simple and budget-friendly, but it also offers a variety of health and wellness benefits. Continue reading to learn how to create your own custom air freshener using essential oils that will freshen the air while uplifting your mood and well-being.
Choose Your Essential Oils
When picking essential oils for your air freshener, consider the aroma you’d like to create and the benefits you want to achieve. Some popular choices include:
- Lavender – Promotes relaxation and calmness
- Lemon – Offers a clean, uplifting scent
- Eucalyptus – Assists with respiratory issues and has a refreshing aroma
- Peppermint – Energizes and invigorates
- Rosemary – Stimulates memory and cognitive function
Remember, it’s important to choose high-quality, pure essential oils to create an effective air freshener.
Gather Your Supplies
To create your own air freshener, you’ll need the following supplies:
- Essential oils of your choice
- A glass spray bottle (plastic can degrade over time due to the oils)
- Distilled water
- Unscented natural witch hazel or vodka (acts as a dispersant)
- A measuring cup and funnel
Creating Your Essential Oil Blend
Once you’ve chosen your essential oils and gathered your supplies, follow these steps to create your air freshener:
- Pour 1.5 ounces of witch hazel or vodka into your measuring cup.
- Add 30-40 drops of your chosen essential oils to the witch hazel or vodka. The ratio of oils depends on the strength of the scent you desire. Generally, a combination of different oils will offer a more complex, sophisticated aroma. Feel free to experiment and create a blend that reflects your personal preference.
- Fill the rest of the measuring cup with distilled water, being mindful of the maximum capacity of your spray bottle.
- Use the funnel to pour the mixture into your glass spray bottle. Secure the spray nozzle tightly.
- Shake well before each use to distribute the oils evenly throughout the liquid.
How To Make Air Freshener With Essential Oils Example:
Imagine creating an invigorating and uplifting citrus air freshener. You’d simply select your desired citrus essential oils, such as lemon, orange, and grapefruit. Pour 1.5 ounces of vodka into a measuring cup, add a total of 35 drops of your citrus essential oils (e.g., 15 drops lemon, 10 drops orange, and 10 drops grapefruit), then fill the cup up with distilled water. Pour the blend using a funnel into a glass spray bottle, and you have crafted your very own, all-natural citrus air freshener.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully created your own air freshener with essential oils. Not only will your home smell fantastic, but you’ll also experience the wellness benefits associated with aromatherapy. Feel free to explore the world of essential oils further in our other guides on Oshu Oils’ blog and discover the perfect blends to suit your needs. If you enjoyed this article, please don’t forget to share it with your friends, and take a look at our range of essential oils to make the ultimate air fresheners. Enhance your home and well-being with the power of Oshu Oils artisan essential earth oils.
