Scents carry with them a wave of memories and associations. Maybe a classic department store perfume reminds you of your grandmother or the squeaky clean scent of bar soap reminds you of your mother. Our essential oil perfume opens up options for personal scents you’ll be remembered for, without scary ingredients. Plus, this DIY perfume is easy enough to make, tweak, and remake for years to come.
First, let’s dive into a couple essentials that you should know, like the “notes” of the essential oil blends that make up your perfume. Typically, you’ll smell the quick-evaporating top notes first, followed a moment later by the middle notes—the heart of the perfume. Finally, you’ll catch the base notes, which complement the top and middle notes.
When selecting botanicals for your perfume, start with the base note, soften with a middle note, and finish with a top note that makes a positive first impression.
1. Combine 10–15 drops each of your selected oils in the empty bottle until your essential oil blend is balanced.
2. Once you’re happy with the blend, fill the rest of the bottle with V-6.
3. Put the roller fitment and cap on.
4. Print custom labels.
5. Wrap label around the bottle and apply transparent tape.
5. Roll on to your neck, wrists, or anywhere you apply perfume.
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l did my own creation! Thieves, Peppermint and Envision!
cedarwood, ylang ylang and jade lemon!
I wish you had white sage, hyacinth and sweet musk. And Sandlewood.
Where do you guys get your 5-ml essential oil bottles?
I clean and reuse all of my oil bottles.
Hello! I ordered some on Amazon on Prime day in a large 20 ct. pack for under $15. When I go to organic grocers they're usually about $5 for a small rollerball. I'd try online to get the most bang for your buck!
I would like to make a perfume for my Mom who is 88 years old. When I use Patchouli or Ylang Ylang in my necklace diffuser, she always comments that she loves it. So, I would like to use one of those as a base - any suggestions high and middle notes?
Hey Lisa! Ylang Ylang is a middle not, but I think that Bergamot would be a good element to add for a citrus scent to complement the floral. Then you could also add Cedarwood to add warmth to the aroma. Have fun experimenting and let us know what becomes your favorite combo.
I made a scent and labeled it "Horse Sweat"! Patchouli, clove, cinnamon bark, ylang ylang, sandalwood, pine, bergamot, jasmine, neroli, and lime. He likes it! It smells rich and woody mellow.
Did you make it for yourself?
I can't wait to try some of these suggestions. Thank you.
Bergamont...Isn't this oil Sun Sensitive?
Hello Pamela. Bergamot says that it photosensitive. Always be sure to read any of the labels of the products that you use. Hope that helps and thanks for your comment!
Are you CURIOUS about oils? Thrilled that these amazing therapeutic oils cross the blood brain barrier and positively effect us mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually!! My "perfume" favorites are the blend Stress-Away & Peppermint on the brain stem and shoulders - hello! wake me up perfume and it always get noticed. AND White Angelica is soooo comforting and Ahhh! My daughter's doctor told her to use it everyday and a friend uses it everyday since the birth of her baby. Be empowered ladies - you can have MORE!!!! ALL of us who have chosen Young Living are passionate about living a life with more joy, hope and feel-good in our day. It would be an honor to share with you my WHY for OILS! Keep smiling - you were meant to shine!!! 281-292-1448 or txbridget@gmail.com.
Has anyone tried making perfume by adding vodka to the recipe? If so, did it make a difference in the staying power of your perfume?