Whether you're a certified aromatherapist or just starting to explore the world of potions and scents, crafting your own products is both exciting and fulfilling. DIY is always a great choice, and essential oils are a perfect starting point because they offer endless possibilities without much risk.
Below, we've provided various DIY recipes for making essential oil body sprays, complete with step-by-step guides, ingredient introductions, and even tips for incorporating SPF in the homemade product, helping level up your daily routine.
When crafting your own homemade product, it’s important to follow some certain steps according to the oil body spray recipe you select. Out of all the different scents you can choose from, we've handpicked some of the most outstanding DIY recipes you can easily make on your own.
Peppermint and tea tree as ingredients are scientifically known to have antimicrobial effects. While they can not treat skin bacterial infections, they’re a perfect start for a homemade body spray recipe, offering freshness and cooling sensation to your skin.
Before you begin creating your essential oil, you should make sure you have all the ingredients and tools ready:
Peppermint essential oil
Tea tree essential oil
Witch hazel or vodka
Distilled water
Spray bottle
Add 10 drops of peppermint essential oil and 10 drops of tea tree essential oil to your bottle.
Add 2 tablespoons of witch hazel or 2 tablespoons of vodka to the bottle. This will help distribute the essential oils evenly.
Fill the rest of the bottle with distilled water, leaving about 1 inch of space at the top to allow for mixing.
After capping the bottle, shake well to blend the ingredients. Your homemade product with non toxic ingredients is ready for use.
This scent not only does smell good, but it's a portion of heaven right in your glass bottle.
Lavender essential oil
Ylang-ylang essential oil
Grapefruit essential oil
Witch hazel or vodka
Distilled water
Spray bottle
To create this uplifting aroma, add these essential oils to your bottle first:
Lavender Essential Oil: 10 drops
Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil: 5 drops
Grapefruit Essential Oil: 10 drops
Witch Hazel or Vodka: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
Pour this into the bottle after adding the essential oils. This helps to blend the oils and water more effectively.
Fill the rest of the bottle with distilled water, leaving about 1-2 inches of space at the top to allow for shaking.
Secure the spray end and shake well.
For this luxurious and calming blend, make sure all your ingredients are at hand:
Rose essential oil
Geranium essential oil
Witch hazel and vodka
Distilled water
Spray bottle
Begin by adding a few drops (10-15) of the rose and geranium essential oils to your spray bottle.
Pour in 1-2 tablespoons of witch hazel or vodka.
Fill the rest of the bottle with distilled water, depending on the bottle size.
Secure the cap and shake well to mix.
Immerse yourself in the calming scent of lavender with this body spray. Its soothing aroma helps ease stress and bring a sense of tranquility to your day.
Begin by preparing all the necessary ingredients and tools:
Lavender essential oil
Chamomile essential oil
Witch hazel or vodka
Distilled water
Spray bottle
Essential Oils: For a balanced blend, you might use:
Lavender Essential Oil: 10 drops
Chamomile Essential Oil: 5 drops
Adjust the number of drops according to your preference and the strength of the oils.
Witch Hazel or Vodka: 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
This amount should be enough to help disperse the oils effectively.
Fill the rest of the bottle with distilled water. For a 4-ounce bottle, this will be:
Distilled Water: 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon (about 90 ml)
This measurement accounts for the volume of essential oils and witch hazel or vodka.
Secure the cap and give the bottle a good shake to mix everything together. Your spray is now ready to use.
Essential oil body sprays are initially known for their various skin benefits and delightful scents. By incorporating SPF ingredients to the recipe, the versatility of the product is enhanced, creating a multi-purpose product that also offers sun protection.
To help you choose the right oils for your SPF body spray, consider the following natural oils known for their sun protection properties:
Carrot Seed Oil: Known for its potential SPF of 35-40.
Raspberry Seed Oil: Known for its potential SPF of around 28-50.
Jojoba Oil or Fractionated Coconut Oil
Lavender, Chamomile, or any other skin-safe essential oils
Witch Hazel or a small amount of vodka
1. Prepare the Base: In a spray bottle, combine 2-3 tablespoons of carrier oils with SPF properties (carrot seed oil and raspberry seed oil). You can adjust the proportions based on how strong you want the SPF to be.
2. Add Carrier Oils: Add 1-2 tablespoons of a neutral carrier oil (like jojoba oil) to balance the formula and make it suitable for spraying.
3. Incorporate Essential Oils: Add 10-15 drops of essential oils.
4. Add Alcohol: If using, add 1-2 tablespoons of witch hazel or vodka to help the mixture blend.
5. Mix and Test: Shake the bottle well before each use. Test the spray on a small skin area first to ensure there are no adverse reactions.
6. Store Properly: Store the product well.
While natural oils can contribute to some level of sun protection, they should not replace typical sunscreens, especially for extended sun exposure or high UV conditions. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen for reliable sun protection.
Homemade essential oil body sprays offer a range of benefits that can enhance your personal care routine. Here’s why making one can be beneficial:
Customization: You can create oil blends tailored to your body spray preferences and needs. There’s plenty of recipes you can choose from, and we’ve listed some of the best ones below.
Avoiding Allergens and Pollutants: By selecting your own essential oil and carriers, you can avoid ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or irritation, and opt for natural healthy skin care ingredients instead, offering organic therapeutic benefits, all leading to healthy living.
Eco-Friendly: DIY products often reduce packaging waste and allow you to use reusable containers. It’s a more environmentally friendly option compared to buying single-use products.
Cost-Effectiveness: Homemade body sprays can be more budget-friendly than store-bought options.
Homemade essential oil body sprays can last up for months, also depending on the ingredients. Without alcohol, the essential oil spray can last for up to 3 months. When using alcohol and distilled water, it can extend the shelf life to several months.
Witch hazel is a natural extract from the witch hazel plant, commonly used in essential oil sprays for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps blending essential oils with water, also serves as a mid-preservative, extending the shelf life of the spray.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup distilled water
1/4 cup witch hazel or aloe vera juice
1 tablespoon vegetable glycerin
20-30 drops essential oil(s) (your choice)
Small spray bottle (2-4 oz)
Instructions:
Combine Liquids: Mix the distilled water, witch hazel (or aloe vera juice), and vegetable glycerin in a bowl.
Add Essential Oils: Stir in your essential oils. Adjust drops based on your scent preference.
Mix and Bottle: Pour the mixture into the spray bottle using a funnel if needed.
Shake Before Use: Shake well before each use to blend the oils.
Spray and Enjoy: Lightly mist over your skin from about 6-8 inches away.
Storage:
Keep in a cool, dark place for up to 2-3 months.
To store your fresh essential oil DIY body spray properly and ensure its longevity, it’s important to use dark glass bottles, such as amber or cobalt, which protects the oils from light exposure. Keep the spray in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat, as high temperature can cause the oils to degrade more quickly.
It’s also a good idea to label the bottle with the name of the recipe chosen and the date you made it, so you can track its age and use it within its optimal shelf life.
If you live in a warm climate, you might consider storing the spray in the refrigerator to help maintain its freshness, especially for blends that are more prone to spoilage.
Another good idea would be placing your packaging near an air conditioning unit, as this can help preserve the quality of your product.
Yes, you can spray essential oil on your body, but make sure they’re diluted properly first. Essential oils should be mixed with a carrier liquid (like witch hazel or vodka) and water to avoid skin irritation. It is also a great idea to perform a patch test first.
For DIY essential oil sprays, a good preservative to use is vitamin E oil or rosemary antioxidant. These help to prolong the shelf life of the spray and prevent oxidation. You can also add a small amount of alcohol (like vodka) to the mixture, which acts as a preservative and helps to blend the essential oils with the water.
Plenty of DIY essential oil body sprays recipes are alcohol-free. While alcohol helps extend the shelf life, you can still make effective sprays without it by using other ingredients.
Essential oils need a carrier liquid (like witch hazel or vodka) to mix properly with water. Add the essential oils to the carrier liquid first, then combine with water.
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