DIY Perfumes & Colognes
Let’s get the ‘good-smelling’ party started! I’ll walk you through some simple steps to create your very own perfumes and colognes. And to make it even better, the steps you learn are going to be easy to repeat when it’s time to refill or try something new!
Did you know that wearing perfume or cologne is a confidence booster?! People say they feel more confident when they have a killer scent on. Some people even feel ‘naked’ when they forget to put it on during their daily routine.
Whether you’re a daily wearer or an occasional spritzer, it’s time for you to sniff with confidence. Using your essential oils to create a personalized scent not only allows you to smell amazing - it ensures you are enjoying a fragrance that is safe for your body and those around you. So let’s talk about the best oils on the planet first, shall we?
Quality Matters
Not all essential oils are created equally. When you shop with Young Living you are getting quality products backed by a ‘Seed to Seal’ guarantee that you won’t find anywhere else. You can expect that Young Living will provide you with only the BEST!
plant material that is grown on corporately-owned farms or carefully vetted partner farms (that you CAN visit!)
sustainable farming and sourcing practices, providing the purest oil
great care taken to preserve and protect natural resources
hand-weeded fields and ZERO use of pesticides
oils that retain all their natural constituents and therapeutic properties
use of food-grade distillers with state-of-the-art design and distillation methods
low pressure and low temperature distillation, without the use of solvents or synthetic chemicals
rigorous testing on each batch by internal labs and third- party facilities
oils that are carefully reviewed through every step of production in order to meet or exceed industry safety and purity standards (beyond organic!)
And the best part… if the oils do not meet these high standards they are rejected and will not be bottled as a Young Living product. Now that’s amazing!!
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Fragrance Basics
Let’s start at the very beginning. Every quality perfume or cologne needs a good base. This allows for the fragrance to remain intact throughout the life of the perfume/cologne. You want it to have a nice shelf life so you can enjoy it for as long as possible.
You’ll want to choose a carrier with little to no scent. For spray-on fragrances: use a clear, scentless solvent like vodka or witch hazel. This helps the essential oil distribute evenly throughout the bottle. For roll-on fragrances: use an unscented carrier oil like jojoba or almond oil.
If you choose to use water as your base, which you can, be sure to choose distilled water. The minerals and impurities have been removed so it’s a “safe” option to use in sprays. However, just know that vodka or witch hazel would allow the essential oils to be more evenly distributed.
Depending on the size of the bottle you’re using - either a spray or roller bottle - you will want to loosely follow an 80:20 ratio. Use a carrier oil or solvent for 80% of the spray and an essential oil blend for the remaining 20%.
Blending by Notes
Let’s start with some simple guidelines to help you build a personalized blend of fragrances using your oils. Essential oil fragrances are classified as “notes”. Just like music, you want all the notes - top, middle, and base notes - to harmonize, making a beautiful “sound.”
The Top Note is the scent your nose detects first. It is the “first impression” scent, usually a citrus or herb.
The Middle Note is the scent detected 10-45 minutes after applying and can last several hours on the skin. It is often referred to as the “heart note”, the one noticed after the top note is gone. It’s typically warm and well-rounded.
The Base Note lasts far beyond the other notes. It’s the scent that appears once the others have evaporated. It creates a lasting impression.
To summarize, the Top Note is the introductory scent that catches your attention. The Middle Note is the core of the aroma - the smell that gives body to your fragrance. And the Base Note is what blends all three together, creating a quality smell that lasts for hours without fading.
Use this quick table to guide you as you start blending notes. Start by choosing 2-4 oils in each row to work with; add as much as your nose likes! There are no hard and fast rules to blending; just do what smells good to you.
And if you’re not ready to create blends, don’t worry! We’ll go over some pre-made blends soon.
Be Smart
It’s important to mention that oils are potent and careless use of them can cause harm. Here are a few general safety ‘rules’ to keep in your back pocket.
Diluting oils is the number one way to protect yourself from accidental irritation; following the 80:20 dilution is a very conservative way to start, especially if you are more sensitive in nature to begin with. If you feel like you need your oils diluted less or more, go ahead. It’s totally up to you!
Some essential oils cause photosensitivity thanks to the compounds found within. Thankfully, all of Young Living’s essential oils that cause photosensitivity are labeled. Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Orange, Bergamot, Tangerine, Peace & Calming, Stress Away, Citrus Fresh, Gentle Baby, and Joy are some of Young Living’s popular oils that cause photosensitivity, but other oils can come with these risks as well. Always check the label to see what cautions are associated with the oil you’re using.
Don’t let that keep you from enjoying citrus oils in your DIY perfumes and colognes! Your essential oils are diluted in the recipes you’re creating, but just to be safe - spray or roll on those perfumes in a place where the sun doesn’t shine or simply cover it with clothing if you plan to spend a lot of time in direct UV rays.
Perfume Blends
‘Kiss in the Dark’
Let’s get into the good stuff… the recipes! This first magic mix is perfect for date night or ANY night you just want to smell alluring and enchanting.
‘Kiss in the Dark’ Roller
10 drops Cedarwood
9 drops Vetiver
6 drops Patchouli
3 drops Black Pepper
Add essential oils to a 10 ml roller bottle and top with a carrier of your choice. Roll on wrists and neck as desired.
‘Kiss in the Dark’ Spritz
20 drops Cedarwood
18 drops Vetiver
12 drops Patchouli
6 drops Black Pepper
Add essential oils to a 2 oz. glass spray bottle and top with witch hazel or vodka. Distilled water can be used if you desire. Shake before each use.
‘Kiss in the Dark’ Body Spray
40 drops Cedarwood
36 drops Vetiver
24 drops Patchouli
12 drops Black Pepper
1 TBSP vegetable glycerin
1 TBSP witch hazel
Add essential oils plus additional ingredients to an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and top with distilled water. Shake before each use.
‘Citrus Sunrise’
Next is a little blend that will have you smiling all day with a light, refreshing scent.
‘Citrus Sunrise’ Roller
10 drops Lemon
7 drops Citrus Fresh
6 drops Peace & Calming
Add essential oils to a 10 ml roller bottle and top with a carrier of your choice. Roll on wrists and neck as desired.
‘Citrus Sunrise’ Spritz
20 drops Lemon
14 drops Citrus Fresh
12 Peace & Calming
Add essential oils to a 2 oz. glass spray bottle and top with witch hazel or vodka. Distilled water can be used if you desire. Shake before each use.
‘Citrus Sunrise’ Body Spray
40 drops Lemon
28 drops Citrus Fresh
24 Peace & Calming
1 TBSP vegetable glycerin
1 TBSP witch hazel
Add essential oils plus additional ingredients to an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and top with distilled water. Shake before each use.
‘Bohemian Wildflower’
There’s a wildflower in everyone and with this perfume you’ll enhance that inner boho flower waiting to blossom.
‘Bohemian Wildflower’ Roller
8 drops Patchouli
8 drops Bergamot
8 drops Myrrh
6 drops Joy
Add essential oils to a 10 ml roller bottle and top with a carrier of your choice. Roll on wrists and neck as desired.
‘Bohemian Wildflower’ Spritz
16 drops Patchouli
16 drops Bergamot
16 drops Myrrh
12 drops Joy
Add essential oils to 2 oz. glass spray bottle and top with witch hazel or vodka. Distilled water can be used if you desire. Shake before each use.
‘Bohemian Wildflower’ Body Spray
32 drops Patchouli
32 drops Bergamot
32 drops Myrrh
24 drops Joy
1 TBSP vegetable glycerin
1 TBSP witch hazel
Add essential oils plus additional ingredients to an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and top with distilled water. Shake before each use.
Cologne Blends
‘Wildwood’
Got a man who loves the outdoors? This is the perfect blend for any man who’s a little bit wild and woodsy.
‘WildWood’ Roller
8 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
4 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood
5 drops Cypress
Add essential oils to a 10 ml roller bottle and top with a carrier of your choice. Roll on wrists and neck as desired.
‘WildWood’ Spritz
16 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
8 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood
10 drops Cypress
Add essential oils to 2 oz. glass spray bottle and top with witch hazel or vodka. Distilled water can be used if you desire. Shake before each use.
‘WildWood’ Body Spray
32 drops Idaho Blue Spruce
16 drops Royal Hawaiian Sandalwood
20 drops Cypress
1 TBSP vegetable glycerin
1 TBSP witch hazel
Add essential oils plus additional ingredients to an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and top with distilled water. Shake before each use.
‘Freshman’
Clean-shaven, clean-cut men deserve a cologne that reflects their fresh and clean vibe. This mix of oils will be just what he needs.
‘Freshman’ Roller
6 drops Vetiver
8 drops Lemon
3 drops Fennel
Add essential oils to a 10 ml roller bottle and top with a carrier of your choice. Roll on wrists and neck as desired.
‘Freshman’ Spritz
12 drops Vetiver
16 drops Lemon
6 drops Fennel
Add essential oils to 2 oz. glass spray bottle and top with witch hazel or vodka. Distilled water can be used if you desire. Shake before each use.
‘Freshman’ Body Spray
24 drops Vetiver
32 drops Lemon
12 drops Fennel
1 TBSP vegetable glycerin
1 TBSP witch hazel
Add essential oils plus additional ingredients to an 8 oz. glass spray bottle and top with distilled water. Shake before each use.
Take this class offline…
Download this printable booklet. It includes all of the recipes and important information from the class.
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