For Men
Citrus Cologne
What You’ll Need:
Basil essential oil
1 fresh organic lemon peel – zest only
1 fresh organic grapefruit peel – zest only
8 oz vodka
Directions:
Combine lemon and grapefruit peel zest in a glass jar and add vodka until the liquid sits above the peel zest by at least 1 inch. Cover tightly and let sit in a cool, dark location for 4-6 weeks, shaking at least once per day. After 4-6 weeks, strain out the peels and pour the resulting mixture into a glass bottle with a mister top. Add 2 drops of essential oil for each tablespoon of finished cologne, more essential oil if you prefer a stronger scent.
Fresh Floral Cologne
What You’ll Need:
Peppermint essential oil
Fresh or dried organic raised petals
Fresh or dried organic chamomile flowers
Fresh or dried organic lavender flowers
8 oz. vodka
Directions:
Combine all ingredients except the Peppermint oil in a glass jar and add vodka until the liquid sits above the flowers by at least 1 inch. Cover tightly and let sit in a cool, dark location for 4-6 weeks, shaking at least once per day. After 4-6 weeks, strain out the flowers and pour the resulting mixture into a glass bottle with a mister top. Add 2 drops of essential oil for each tablespoon of finished cologne. Add more essential oil if you desire a stronger cologne.
For Women
Essential Perfume Butter
What You’ll Need
2 tbsp. beeswax
2 tbsp. almond oil
2-4 drops jasmine essential oil
2 drops vanilla extract
2 drops clove essential oil
Directions:
Pour the almond oil into a small container and then slowly add essential oils, mixing well together. Slowly melt the beeswax in a double broiler. Once melted, add the oil and stir thoroughly. Quickly transfer to a clean, glass storage container and let cool. To apply, rub with your finger to soften slightly and apply to skin.
Woodland Perfume
What You’ll Need:
4 drops spruce essential oil
2 drops cedarwood essential oil
2 drops fir needle essential oil
1 drop vetiver essential oil
1 drop bergamot essential oil
1 tsp. jojoba oil
Directions:
Add all essential oils to an amber, glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils. Add jojoba oil and roll again to complete the mixture. Use as desired.
Sweet Summer Perfume
What You’ll Need:
10 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops chamomile essential oil
4 drops cardamom essential oil
1 drop geranium (rose) essential oil
1 drop cedarwood essential oil
1 tsp. jojoba oil
Directions:
Add all essential oils to an amber, glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils. Add jojoba oil and roll again to complete the mixture. Use as desired.
Refreshing Perfume
What You’ll Need:
13 drops peppermint essential oil
13 drops rosemary essential oil
5 drops lemon essential oil
5 drops sage essential oil
5 drops juniper berry essential oil
1 tsp. jojoba oil
Directions:
Add all essential oils to an amber, glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils. Add jojoba oil and roll again to complete the mixture. Use as desired.