Certain aromas have powerful associations with the holidays. But many of the sugarplum-scented candles and gingerbread air fresheners available in stores contain artificial fragrances that can pose myriad health risks. Swap the store-bought options for all-natural scents using this simple technique. It requires only a handful of materials — no flame or electricity needed.
Supplies:
- 1 8-oz. glass jar
- ¼ cup carrier oil (such as sweet-almond, olive, or fractionated coconut oil)
- 1 tbs. rubbing alcohol
- 20–30 drops essential oils
- 4–6 reed-diffuser sticks or bamboo skewers
Directions:
- Pour your carrier oil, rubbing alcohol, and essential oils into the glass jar. Stir or shake to combine.
- If you’re using bamboo skewers, trim the pointy ends. Place the diffuser sticks in your jar.
- Turn the sticks over every few days to expose the ends that have been in the liquid to air. This will help refresh the scent.
Tip: Mix the oils and alcohol in a jar with a lid or cork, and present it with a handful of reeds.
Essential Oil Blends for the Holidays
Give one of these holiday blends a try:
Cozy and Spicy Blend
Mix:
- 10 drops cinnamon
- 10 drops sweet orange
- 4 drops clove bud
Woodsy Blend
Mix:
- 10 drops frankincense
- 10 drops cedarwood
- 4 drops fir-needle
Pumpkin Pie Blend
Mix:
- 8 drops cardamom
- 6 drops cinnamon
- 4 drops clove bud
- 2 drops nutmeg
Winter Herbs Blend
Mix:
- 8 drops rosemary
- 6 drops sage
- 4 drops thyme
- 2 drops black pepper
Bright and Fresh Blend
Mix:
- 10 drops peppermint
- 10 drops bergamot
- 4 drops cypress
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