Stress relievers such as eating sweets and engaging in journaling, meditation, and music therapy are usually your go-to solutions. However, the same old habits may seem repetitive, and these techniques could bore you in the process. Having specific scents to follow while creating memories of this habit can help.
You can enjoy memories and experiences through associations with scents. So to add a little spice to your life, try on some fragrance oils that might be the answer. Fragrance oils are not only limited to producing the best scents but to incorporating them into your routines.
Curious about how? Continue reading and discover 5 ways to use fragrance oil on skin.
What is Fragrance Oil?
Fragrance oils undergo a careful process and usually involve distillation methods. It is a process of extracting volatile and aromatic compounds from plants or flowers to produce quality materials. These are manufactured in a laboratory setting to imitate natural scents that are integrated into products for various uses.
The difference between the different fragrance oils and essential oils is significant. It is important not to confuse the use of those two. Here is an article to clear out your confusion about Natural Fragrances: Are They Actually Natural and Safe?
A qualified aromatherapist is an individual who receives aromatherapy practice and certification through NAHA. They are responsible for conducting consultations with clients regarding essential oil utilization for various ailments and relaxation therapy. It includes consultations on potential drug reactions, dosage, and purity.
Aromatherapy is often used as an alternative medicine for stress relief (orange essential oil) or sleep problems (lavender essential oil). The different oils have corresponding effects and use, usually for comfort and ease pain.
The Benefit of Fragrance Oil on Your Everyday Life
Fragrance oils are a natural way to boost mood, improve skin, and reduce stress. They can also help you relax after having a busy day. It is a great way to add personality and pizazz to your everyday life. Whether doing yoga, showering, or visiting important places, fragrance oils add an extra layer of appeal to your life.
There are different ways to be creative with fragrance oils. Such as adding them into your morning coffee, making them part of your bedtime routine, or adding them into your hair conditioner.
5 Ways on How to Use Them on Skin
There is no better way to level up your skincare and shower routines than to experiment with fragrance oils. In addition, scented perfumes and perfumed body lotions will work their magic with the touch of fragrance oils.
1. Face mask scents
Face masks support skin repair, work on wrinkles and fine lines and preserve face moisture. The addition of fragrance oils into masks allows for easier absorption of nutrients essential for rejuvenation.
2. Exfoliate before spritz
Scrubs are one way to exfoliate old and dirty cells. Exfoliation can remove body odor, but avoid too much exfoliation to skip skin dryness. The addition of fragrance oils calms harshness and irritation, and provides protective properties for the skin.
3. Aromatherapy bath
Do not stick to an ordinary, boring bath. Instead, utilize the advantages of aromatherapy with fragrance oils, adding them to your soap. Then, massage your body with it and have a desirable bath according to your preference and oil of choice!
4. Moisturize to absorb more
If your lotion still does not give excellent effects, you might want to rethink and add a touch of fragrance oils. Dilute your fragrance oil with lotion before applying it to your skin. The soothing effect gives deep moisture while still being gentle on the skin. Lotion moisturizes skin and moisturize skin tend to absorb more scents. This is also applicable on hair moistures.
5. Pulse points
Spray this perfume on your pulse or chakra points, including the neck, wrists, inner elbows, and ankles. Warmness in this area make the perfume chemicals stick on your skin. You can also try to spray it in the air or on a pillow.
Choosing a base note type of scents like Egyptian Musk Essential Oil can also be helpful on making it stick longer on your skin.
The 3 Easy DIY Perfume Recipes for Skin
Fragrance-oil-based perfumes have an exclusive take on improving scents. There is also freedom in creating your very own scent. With an array of choices of fragrances (citrus, lavender, etc.), you can produce a fresh and alluring aroma.
In crafting your scents you can choose on the concentration of your perfume. Different concentrations are also used on different time and activity of the day. If you are not yet familiar on how to craft with the right concentration, check out our blog about Fragrance Blending 101: Fragrance Concentrations Guide.
The best way to spray your perfume is to use a spray bottle. However, you can also try some simple and easy DIY perfume recipes to make them more interesting.
Jasmine Perfume
Things you will need:
- Vodka/alcohol (2 tbsps.)
- Distilled water (1 tbsp.)
- Fragrance oil blends (Jasmine: 30 drops, Lavender: 5 drops, Vanilla: 5 drops)
- Glass bottle
- Cheesecloth
Steps:
- Pour and mix fragrance oil blend with some alcohol or vodka into a glass bottle.
- Let the mixture sit for at least two days.
- Add distilled water to the mixture. Gently shake the bottle.
- Strain sediments with a cheesecloth. Then, pour perfume into a spray bottle.
Vanilla Perfume
Things you will need:
- Vanilla bean
- Organic sunflower oil (3 to 4 tbsps.)
- Bergamot oil (40 drops)
- Cedarwood and anise oil
- Glass containers
Steps:
- Slice open the vanilla bean and take out the seeds. Cut into tiny pieces.
- Place pieces into your glass bottle, and then add the organic sunflower oil.
- Close the bottle tightly and let it sit in a cool place. Then, wait for at least two weeks.
- Add the following after two weeks into a spray bottle: bergamot, cedarwood, and anise oil.
- Extract the vanilla-infused oil using a dropper. Be careful not to include the seeds.
- Add extracted vanilla oil to your spray bottle. Gently shake the bottle.
Rose Perfume
Things you will need:
-
Rose petals (¾ cup)
- Proof vodka (½ cup)
- Distilled water (2 ½ cups)
- Rose fragrance oil (2-3 drops)
- Big jar with lid
- Glass bottle
Steps:
- Set rose petals at the bottom of the jar, and then pour the vodka over the petals.
- Cover the bottle and let it sit for 24 hours in a cool and dark place.
- Squish the petals using a spoon, and then add the distilled water into the jar. Add drops of the rose oil after.
- Cover the bowl and let it sit for 5 to 7 days. Make sure to mix the bowl once a day.
- After a week, strain it into your glass bottle. Gently shake the bottle.
Conclusion
Your fragrance of choice somehow represents you, so it is important always to smell your best. Fragrance oils are a form of expression, exceptionally innovative due to their healthy and fresh-oriented approach.
If you are into a ready made skin perfume try the sweet treat of Bargz Lick Me All Over Fragrance oil. Perfect in incorporating with your daily routine.
Fragrance oils will never exhaust their creative juices, and you can always expect new things to explore with them. Now you know some incredible information about fragrance oils, including how to make homemade perfumes; want to learn more? Subscribe on our newsletter to get more!
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