Do you want to start using a body spray, but can't buy it or can't find a scent that impresses you? Doing it at home is very easy. The best part is that you can check every single ingredient of the preparation. This means that you can customize it to your liking and create a unique fragrance. You can even add some iridescent flecks using loose powder eyeshadow!
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Make a Simple Body Spray (First Recipe)
Step 1. Get a spray bottle of the size you prefer
Try to use a glass instead of plastic, which can be deteriorated by essential oils over time. If you just can't find a glass container, a high-quality plastic bottle will do.
Step 2. Fill the bottle almost entirely with mineral water
Make sure you leave some room for essential oils. Instead of mineral water you can also use filtered water. Avoid using the tap instead.
If you don't have a steady hand, try using a funnel to help pour the water into the bottle
Step 3. Add essential oils
Start by calculating 40 to 45 drops for every 60ml of water. You can use just one fragrance or experiment with different combinations. For example, lavender and grapefruit are a pleasant and refreshing combination.
Step 4. Close the bottle and shake it
The spray will be ready to use. Keep in mind that oils and water naturally separate over time, so you'll always need to shake the bottle before spraying the fragrance.
Method 2 of 3: Make a Simple Body Spray (Second Recipe)
Step 1. Get a 60-90ml spray bottle
If possible, try to use a glass one as essential oils tend to deteriorate plastic bottles over time. Use a high-quality plastic bottle if you can't find a glass container.
Step 2. Put a funnel into the bottle
This will make it easier to pour the ingredients into the bottle.
Step 3. Pour two tablespoons (30ml) of distilled water into the bottle
If you can't find it, use filtered water instead. Containing too many minerals, tap water should instead be avoided, because these substances can negatively affect the final product.
To modify the recipe, use three tablespoons (45 ml) of rose hydrosol, which will add a delicate scent note to the spray. In addition to being lighter and gentler than essential oils, it also has invigorating properties
Step 4. Pour one tablespoon (15ml) of vodka or witch hazel water into the bottle
Having preservative properties, they allow to extend the duration of the spray. These ingredients also have binding properties, so they prevent essential oils from separating from water.
Step 5. Add a tablespoon of vegetable glycerin if desired
Glycerin has binding and thickening properties, not to mention that it helps to make the fragrance more persistent. It also has toning and moisturizing properties.
Step 6. Add 15-20 drops of essential oil
You can use a single flavor or a combination, such as grapefruit, lime and lemon.
If you've used rose hydrolat instead of water, you don't need to add essential oils
Step 7. Close the bottle and shake it
At this point the spray will be ready to be used. Keep in mind that the ingredients may still separate. If this happens, just shake the product before use.
Method 3 of 3: Prepare an Iridescent Body Spray
Step 1. Get a spray bottle with a capacity of 150-180ml
It would be better to use a glass container, which does not deteriorate over time. If you can't find one, a good quality plastic bottle will do.
Step 2. Insert a funnel into the bottle
This will help you pour the ingredients more easily and avoid spilling them.
Step 3. Pour three teaspoons of argan oil into the bottle
If you can't find it or can't buy it, try jojoba instead. You can also use vegetable glycerin.
Step 4. Add two teaspoons of loose powder eyeshadow or powdered cosmetic pigments
Dust may get stuck in the funnel - this is normal. You can fix the problem with the next step.
- The most suitable colors are white or bronze, but you can use whatever you want.
- Avoid using glitter. Even the finest ones can clog the bottle.
Step 5. Pour 60ml of distilled water into the funnel
This will help dissolve any eyeshadow or pigment powder stuck inside. Make sure you use distilled water instead of tap water. If you can't find it, you can use the filtered one instead.
Tap water contains too many minerals, which could ruin the final result and shorten the life of the product
Step 6. Try adding flavorings
If there is any space left in the bottle, you can perfume the spray with a few drops of essential oil. Being very strong, do not use more than 20-25 drops.
Step 7. Close the bottle and shake it
The iridescent spray will be ready to use. The ingredients will settle to the bottom over time, so you'll need to shake it before each use.
Advice
- Experiment with fragrances.
- If the spray is overly scented, empty the bottle slightly and add more distilled or filtered water.
- If it's not scented enough, add a few more drops of essential oil, but don't overdo it. Essential oils can irritate the skin in an excessively high concentration.
- Use distilled water if possible. Can't find it? Replace it with the filtered one. Do not use tap water, as it contains minerals that can ruin the spray.
- Essential oils are available online and in herbal medicine. Do not use specific aromatic oils for the manufacture of soaps or candles, as it is a different type of product.
- Store the body spray in a glass bottle. If you can't find one, a high-quality plastic bottle will do. Look for one that says "HDPE # 2" or "PET plastic" on the bottom. Avoid cheap thin plastic bottles. Essential oils tend to deteriorate this material.
- If you have sensitive skin, try a skin test. Mix three drops of the essential oil you want to use with half a teaspoon of olive oil (or another skin-safe oil) and dab the mixture on the inside of your elbow. Cover this area with a band-aid and wait 48 hours. If no irritation occurs, then you can use the essential oil safely.
Warnings
- Body sprays should not be applied to the face, as the ingredients they contain can irritate the eyes.
- If you feel stinging, it is possible that you have an allergy to an essential oil and you should rinse off the spray immediately.
- Avoid using citrus-based sprays if you plan on going out in the sun. Citrus fruits (even those extracted to make an essential oil) can photosensitize the skin and cause severe burns.
