If you love perfumes, you know there’s nothing more refined than having a signature scent. That one special bottle of perfume that you always turn back to, no matter the occasion. It never lets you down, and you always receive compliments whenever you wear it. This perfume perfectly encapsulates your personality and essence.
No perfume is more perfect than one that you make for yourself. Not only does no one else own this exact scent, but you can tailor it to your personal preferences. Crafting a DIY perfume is an exciting activity that you can reap the rewards of afterwards.
The Appeal of a Signature Scent
A signature scent is the epitome of personal refinement, a fragrance that embodies your essence and never fails to garner compliments. Crafting your own natural perfume is the ultimate expression of individuality as it's uniquely yours. It allows you to tailor every note to your liking, making it a rewarding and enjoyable endeavour. Whether you prefer sweet florals or a hint of citrus, you can make it all possible.
Why Homemade Perfume is the Way to Go
Homemade perfume offers a creative playground for those with a flair for experimentation. It's not just about crafting a unique fragrance; it's a journey of self-expression and discovery. By making your own scent, you can experiment with various essential oils, blend them to perfection, and create combinations that resonate with your personality. It's a deeply satisfying process that allows you to break free from mass-produced scents and explore the art of fragrance in a way that's uniquely your own.
Essential Oils for Crafting Your Signature Scent
The essential oil combinations for your homemade perfume are endless. However, that means it can get a little overwhelming when deciding which ones to include. Here are some of our favourite oils for you to use as a guide when determining which notes to add to your DIY perfume:
Rosemary Essential Oil for a Herbal Note
Rosemary essential oil is a wonderful choice for infusing your DIY perfume with a captivating herbal note. Its fresh and aromatic fragrance adds depth and complexity to your signature scent. Rosemary’s herbaceous aroma can help keep you smelling pleasant, making it a versatile essential oil to incorporate into your perfume concoctions. Whether you're seeking a herbal undertone or a vibrant top note, you can never go wrong with this essential oil.
Sweet Orange Essential Oil for a Citrus Twist
Citrus scents perfectly encapsulate that summer feeling. Whether you’re heading into summer or you want to be reminded of those hot beach days when the clouds are covering the sun, sweet orange essential oil is the perfect note for a perfume. It has a fruity, sweet scent that is reminiscent of ripe oranges, transporting you away to a Sicilian holiday.
Cedarwood Essential Oil for Depth and Warmth
For those who appreciate a more masculine and woody fragrance profile, cedarwood essential oil is an excellent choice. It adds a layer of depth and warmth to your homemade perfume, helping to create a rich, pleasant-smelling atmosphere.
The rich, earthy aroma of cedarwood resonates with notes of the great outdoors, making it a versatile addition to your signature scent. Whether you're aiming for a blend that exudes confidence or seeking to balance sweeter or floral notes, cedarwood essential oil lends a natural and inviting complexity to your fragrance composition.
The Basics of DIY Perfume Making
Now that you know which essential oils to use when kicking off your homemade perfume activities, it’s time to get started on actually crafting it. Here’s your ultimate guide on how to make natural perfume:
Understanding Fragrance Notes
First and foremost, you need to know exactly what scents go together and how they will contribute to the overarching perfume. While you may love the smell of some essential oils separately, that does not necessarily mean that they will create one harmonious blend when mixed together. For example, grapefruit essential oil clashes with the spicy scent of black pepper essential oil and should not be paired together.
Selecting a Carrier Oil
Essential oils are very potent, and they can irritate the skin if applied directly. So, it’s crucial to dilute them using carrier oil, which makes essential oils safer to use on the skin. Carrier oils also help slow down the evaporation rate of essential oils. Without a carrier oil, the fragrance of your perfume would dissipate quickly, and you'd need to reapply it frequently.
How to Craft Your Perfume
Materials and Ingredients Needed
- Two to four different types of essential oils
- One carrier oil of your choice
- A glass perfume bottle (or multiple, depending on how much perfume you’re making)
- Small glass bottles (for mixing samples of your perfume)
- Paper strips or blotter test strips
Mixing Techniques and Aging Your Perfume
Plan Your Fragrance
Before adding all of your oils to a bottle and calling it a day, you need to plan out how it is going to smell. Decide on the type of scent you want to create (e.g., floral, citrusy, woody) and the essential oils you'll use to achieve it. Start with 2-4 essential oils for a balanced blend.
Create a Test Blend
Experiment by adding different amounts of drops of your chosen essential oils to your small glass bottles and adding in the carrier oil to see how each sample smells. Remember to start off slow with the essential oil drops – you can always add more!
By creating test blends, you can see which perfume variation you like the most.
Measure and Mix
Once you've found your preferred blend, calculate the total number of drops needed for your final perfume. Typically, you'll want about 15-20 drops of essential oil in total for a 10ml perfume bottle. Be sure to maintain the ratio you determined in your test blend.
Add Your Carrier Oil
Fill the rest of the bottle with your chosen carrier oil, leaving a little space at the top. Gently shake or roll the bottle to mix the oils.
Let it Mature
Perfume blends often improve with time. Allow your perfume to mature for a few days or even a few weeks in a cool, dark place. This allows the scents to meld and develop complexity.
With this helpful guide, you will be able to create your very own homemade essential oil perfume. If you have any questions about our products, please reach out to our team.