Smell Like A Bouquet Of Flowers: Here's How To Make Perfume At Home Naturally!
Have you wanted to make your own perfume, something that smells like your ideal fragrance with just the right notes, but never got the time (or resources) to give it a shot? Well, there’s no better time than now. We’ll say it again, the lockdown/self-quarantine days are a good time to experiment with beauty DIYs. As for the resources, read on to find out more such as how to make perfume at home.
In stores, a good quality perfume can cost a couple of thousands, but you can make one at home for a fraction of the price. Also, most perfumes in the market are loaded with toxic ingredients and chemicals to make them last longer. When you make your own perfume at home, you’ll be more involved in the process and mindful about the ingredients you put in. Let’s dive right t in on how to make perfume at home, shall we!
How To Make Perfume At Home
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Did I mention homemade perfumes make for a perfect gift to give someone you love or even for your own use? I totally meant to! Below given are some of the best DIYs on homemade perfumes for you to try and spread the magical aroma everywhere!
Fruit Roll-on Homemade Perfume
Steps to create:
- The first step is to drop your essential oils into a bottle and then gently swirl them around the bottle to mix.
- Then add your carrier oil & transfer this into a roller bottle.
- Then put the lid on and roll it between your hands to mix.
- For use, roll behind your ears and onto your wrists.
Essential Oil DIY Perfume
Steps to create:
- The first step is to mix all essential oils in a glass bottle containing 100 proof alcohol.
- Then slowly shake the bottle and let it sit for about 2 days.
- Then add distilled water, and mix everything slowly until it gets completely dispersed.
- Leave your homemade perfume to sit for 2-3 days in a dark cool and dry place.
- After your DIY perfume matures, remove any sediment using a filter and then store it in a glass spray bottle.
How To Make Perfume At Home With Flowers
Steps to create:
- Start by slowly and gently washing the flower petals and remove any dirt using water.
- Then soak all the flowers overnight in a cheesecloth-lined bowl and cover it with the help of a lid.
- Take a saucepan and squeeze flowers in it. Then extract flower-scented water and simmer over very low heat until there is only a tablespoon of liquid is left.
- Then pour some cold water into this liquid and put it in a bottle.
- Leave this mixture to set it overnight.
Jasmine DIY Perfume
Steps to create:
- Take your essential oils and blend them with vodka in a glass bottle.
- Let your mixture sit for about 2 days.
- Then add either distilled water or orange blossom water into the mixture and shake it gently.
- Then you have to leave it about for 4 days in a cool and dark spot.
- In case you see any sediment, strain it with cheesecloth and pour your homemade perfume into a spray bottle.
How To make Homemade Perfume With Coconut Oil
Steps to create:
- Take fractioned coconut oil and beeswax into a glass jar.
- Then place your jar in a saucepan with about 2 inches of boiling water.
- Until combined, stir all your ingredients.
- Once it melts, remove it from the heat and let it rest for about 3-4 minutes.
- Then add essential oil and stir the mixture well.
- Pour this homemade perfume into a container, and use a small amount of it on your skin.
How To Make Perfume At Home Naturally With Patchouli
Steps to create:
- The first and foremost step is to start by combining distilled water and alcohol into a dark glass bottle.
- Then add a drop of your essential oil and stir that mixture.
- Once it’s done, let it sit for 2 days and then gently shake well before use.
Tips to Preserve The Perfume
So now that you know how to make perfume at home naturally, we’ve got some of the most amazing tips to preserve your DIY perfume. Scroll, scroll, & scroll!
- Get yourself glass bottles with spray dispensers and airtight lids.
- For your amazing fragrance, always use pure alcohol or 100-proof vodka for the best effect.
- It’s great if you make DIY perfumes in glass jars and bottles.
- Make sure you mix the right quantity of alcohol, essential oils, and drinking water.
Myglamm Recommended Perfumes:
MyGlamm LIT XOXO Fragrance
MyGlamm’s LIT XOXO fragrance is available in different fragrances. This fragrance is crafted for every type of occasion. These enchanting fragrances will make your first impression amazing!
FAQ
What are the basic ingredients for making perfumes?
The basic ingredients for making perfumes are alcohol, water, carrier or essential oils, etc. Everything depends on the type of fragrance you’re looking for.
What are the 3 types of perfumes?
The type of perfumes are Eau de Cologne, Eau de Toilette, Eau de Toilette, Perfume, and Eau de Parfum.
If you’re game, I’d like to tell you how to make a hair perfume too, and it’s super easy! I would recommend that you make a small quantity first before getting to a whole batch. Experiment with different essential oil combinations to find your signature scent. A few other essential oil duos you can try are – lavender and vetiver, sweet marjoram and orange, lemon and tea tree, and cedarwood and rose. Feel free to test and try as many scents as you like. A DIY, at the end of the day, is all about experimenting and customising a product that matches your tastes. I can’t wait for you to give these blends a shot!
And just like that, you made a DIY perfume! Yup, it’s that easy!
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