3 Air Freshener Recipes to DIY at Home

Hi Crafters!

If there’s one thing we enjoy on any day, it’s scents we find pleasing and thus, it’s a definite that we’ve a bottle of air freshener or two nearby. Though, these bottles of air freshener aren’t the ones you can get commercially. We prefer to DIY ours using essential oils instead for added aromatherapeutic benefits (though, if you’re looking for more lasting scents, you can switch to fragrance oils instead 😉).

“The following recipes incorporate Polysorbate-20, an emulsifier which is used to bring small amounts of oils into a watery environment and allow the oils and water to blend seamlessly.”

Geranium and Lemon

With a delightful rose-like floral scent that has hints of refreshing lemon, this air freshener has helped us deodorized pungent scents like canned fried dace, durian and belacan.

What you’ll need:

1. 60 drops of Geranium Essential Oil
2. 60 drops of Lemon Essential Oil
3. Polysorbate-20
4. Distilled Water or Reverse Osmosis Water
5. Amber Glass Spray Bottle – 480ml
6. Weighing Scale
7. Stirrer

Instructions

1. Using a kitchen scale, measure the combined weight of 60 drops of Geranium Essential Oil and 60 drops of Lemon Essential Oil.
2. Based on the total weight of the essential oils, add in the equivalent amount of Polysorbate-20.
   *Note: A 1:1 ratio is recommended for Polysorbate-20 to fragrance oil/essential oil.
3. Then, add in 400ml of Distilled/Reverse Osmosis Water.
   *Note: Ensure that the water is room temperature. Cold water can also be used but the Polysorbate-20+Essential Oils mixture won’t blend as thoroughly with it.
4. Stir to thoroughly blend the mixture before pouring into the Amber Glass Spray Bottle. It’s now ready to use!

Fresh yellow lemons on black background

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Eucalyptus and Rosemary

A herbal mixture that reminds us of Vick’s VapoRub. Eucalyptus and Rosemary Essential Oils are purported to help boost the immune and respiratory systems via aromatherapy. Eucalyptus Essential Oil can also help reduce nasal congestion, so that’s another pro!

What you’ll need:

1. 60 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
2. 60 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
3. Polysorbate-20
4. Distilled Water or Reverse Osmosis Water
5. Amber Glass Spray Bottle – 480ml
6. Weighing Scale
7. Beakers

Instructions

1. Using a kitchen scale, measure the combined weight of 60 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil and 60 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil.
2. Based on the total weight of the essential oils, add in the equivalent amount of Polysorbate-20.
   *Note: A 1:1 ratio is recommended for Polysorbate-20 to fragrance oil/essential oil.
3. Then, add in 400ml of Distilled/Reverse Osmosis Water.
   *Note: Ensure that the water is room temperature. Cold water can also be used but the Polysorbate-20+Essential Oils mixture won’t blend as thoroughly with it.
4. Stir to thoroughly blend the mixture before pouring into the Amber Glass Spray Bottle. It’s now ready to use!

Fresh Rosemary Herb grow outdoor. Rosemary leaves Close-up.

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Ylang Ylang and Frankincense

A sweet earthy blend with light floral hints. Ylang Ylang and Frankincense Essential Oils are both purported to help relieve stress and anxiety, so if you’re looking for a mix that helps freshen up a room and calms you down, this is a combination to try!

What you’ll need:

1. 70 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
2. 50 drops of Frankincense Essential Oil
3. Polysorbate-20
4. Distilled Water or Reverse Osmosis Water
5. Amber Glass Spray Bottle – 480ml
6. Weighing Scale
7. Beakers

Instructions

1. Using a kitchen scale, measure the combined weight of 70 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil and 50 drops of Frankincense Essential Oil.
2. Based on the total weight of the essential oils, add in the equivalent amount of Polysorbate-20.
   *Note: A 1:1 ratio is recommended for Polysorbate-20 to fragrance oil/essential oil.
3. Then, add in 400ml of Distilled/Reverse Osmosis Water.
   *Note: Ensure that the water is room temperature. Cold water can also be used but the Polysorbate-20+Essential Oils mixture won’t blend as thoroughly with it.
4. Stir to thoroughly blend the mixture before pouring into the Amber Glass Spray Bottle. It’s now ready to use!

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