Many DIY perfume recipes list alcohol as one of the base ingredients. Alcohol is undeniably a great stabilizer for homemade perfumes. But if you don’t want to use it, check out the 3 essential oil perfume recipes without alcohol below!
Perfumery is a careful art of blending different scents together to create a sensuous blend. Not every perfume delights all individuals, after all everyone’s tastes are different. But below are some tried and tested essential oil perfume recipes without alcohol that you may love!
Find scents for women, men and one for both men and women in the recipes!
3 Essential Oil Perfume Recipes without Alcohol
1. ‘Royal Rose’ Perfume for Women
What you Need
- 15 drops coriander (where to get it)
- 18 drops bergamot (where to get it)
- 12 drops neroli (where to get it)
- 3 drop jasmine (where to get it)
- 9 drops rose otto (where to get it)
- Jojoba oil (where to get it)
- 10 ml roller bottles (where to get it)
- Roller bottle opener tool (where to get it)
Method
- Remove the roller ball from the bottle using an essential oil roller ball remover.
- Pour in the jojoba oil first then add the essential oils drop by drop.
- Push the roller ball back firmly and cap the bottle.
- Shake well to combine.
- For best results, let your perfume sit for a week before using it so that the scents can mature into a more rounded perfume for lasting fragrance.
2. ‘Manly Musk’ Cologne for Men
What you Need
- 5 drops lavender (where to get it)
- 10 drops coriander (where to get it)
- 11 drops sandalwood (where to get it)
- 12 drops cedarwood (where to get it)
- 3 drops frankincense (where to get it)
- 1 oz sweet almond oil (where to get it) or witch hazel (where to get it)
- ½ tsp vegetable glycerin (where to get it)
- 2 oz amber glass spray bottle (where to get it)
Method
- Into your glass spray bottle, add the sweet almond oil followed by the vegetable glycerin.
- Shake well to combine.
- Now add the essential oils drop by drop and shake well.
- Close the cap and store in a cool dry place.
- Mist it on your skin and clothes!
3. ‘Citrus Bliss’ Sensual Perfume (Unisex)
What you Need
- 12 drops sweet orange (where to get it)
- 30 drops lemon (where to get it)
- 18 drops tangerine (where to get it)
- 24 drops frankincense (where to get it)
- 15 drops neroli (where to get it)
- 3 drops myrrh (where to get it)
- Jojoba oil (where to get it)
- 10 ml roller bottles (where to get it)
- Roller bottle opener tool (where to get it)
Method
- Remove the roller ball from the roller bottle. Use the essential oil roller ball remover to assist with this.
- Carefully add the jojoba oil to the roller bottle.
- Then add the essential oils, in the above order, drop by drop.
- Push back the roller ball and close the cap.
- Give the bottle a little shake to mix up the ingredients.
- Your citrus bliss perfume is ready! It is scent lovable by both men and women and has an instant uplifting fragrance.
Caution
Before using these perfume recipes on your skin, do a patch test on your inner elbow first. This is to see if you get any negative reaction. If you get anything like rashes itching or red blotchy skin, you might be allergic. Wash it off well and do not use the perfume on skin.
If you’re new to essential oils, please read Caution & Safety Information when Using Essential Oils
What do you think? Are you ready to try out any of the above essential oil perfume recipes without alcohol?