And considering they’re basically just shelf-stable water that smells good, they’re super easy to DIY.
Here’s how to mix a blend of your favorite scents and spray your way to a fresher home.
Why make your own?
A simple base recipe (with alcohol).
The alcohol in this recipe acts as an emulsifier and preservative.
It helps the water and oil in your spray blend better and keeps things shelf-stable.
Ingredients:
Method:
A simple base recipe (without alcohol).
Customizing your recipe.
Now for the fun part: crafting your scent!
Here are some functional-yet-fragrant combinations that essential oil experts adore.
Just have a go at keep the ratios more or less consistent.
It’d be a great one to spritz into the air once the 4 p.m. slump hits.
“Both have antibacterial, disinfecting properties and clean and refreshing smells.
Lemon can also be a powerful stain remover.”
For particularly smelly clothes, you could give the spray some moreoomphusing cedarwood.
Cohen says to add 20 drops or so for a calming, grounding fragrance that alsopacks a cleaning punch3.
When spraying clothes or fabrics, you’ll want to use essential oils that are light in color.
Some oils like German chamomile, spikenard, and tansy come in bright hues that could leave a mark.
What can I use the spray on?
Avoid those collars and hoods!
you’re able to also use your spray as an air freshener.
What kind of oils should I use?
She and Cohen agree that wild-harvested or certified organic oils are your best bet here.
How should I store my spray?
They should last for up to two to three months.
What to look for in a store-bought option.
Pillow and linen sprays are popular products produced by both beauty and home-care brands alike.
(Don’t let the long names scare you!)
Check out our favoritepillow mists here.
The bottom line.
Just be sure to use organic essential oils that are light in color to spray it safe.
And while you have your essential oils out, check out these othersmell-good ways to use them at home.
