Essential Oil Spray

There are so many different ways to use a spray made from essential oils. Today were going to discuss Elemi and a few of my favorite ingredients and why you might want to try them in your next concoction.

Elemi

Elemi is a great essential oil to have but one that doesn’t get talked about often. It is great for skin and a good alternative to frankincense which is expensive. It is useful for dry, sensitive, and oily skin. It moisturizes, helps with acne and skin discoloration. Use elemi for fine lines and wrinkles and to improve vibrancy. It is antiseptic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory.

Sunflower Oil

I like sunflower oil because it is a good all-around oil for all skin types that do not need intense moisturization but is especially good for combination skin. It is non-comedogenic and helps to retain moisture and protect the skin. Since sunflower oil contains vitamin E, it is good for the healing of blemishes and scar tissue. Using unrefined organic oil is great for skin as it contains potassium, vitamins B and E, and omega 6 fatty acids. Test it first if you have any nut or ragweed allergies.

To Make Your Spray

You will want to use different ingredients depending on how you want to use your spray. To start with you will need a 2 oz spray bottle, a funnel, witch hazel, distilled water, and essential oils. You might also like to add glycerin, oil, aloe, green tea, vinegar, or a decoction. There are many possibilities. For essential oil suggestions, see the picture above or the blends below.

Aromatherapy spray

For an aromatherapy spray, use 2 tablespoons of witch hazel, 24 drops of essential oil, and fill the rest with distilled water.

Itchy Skin Spray

To make an itchy skin spray, we will infuse witch hazel with dried lavender and chamomile flowers (you can also use tea) for a week.

Directions:

Find a glass jar like a mason jar and fill it half to 3/4 full of dried flowers.

Fill the jar with witch hazel, covering the flowers.

Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake gently to mix the ingredients.

Place the jar in a cool, dark place and let it infuse for at least 1–2 weeks. Shake the jar gently every day to help distribute the ingredients.

Strain the flowers from the witch hazel and pour the witch hazel into a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.

To make the spray, add a teaspoon of oil, glycerin, or aloe into your spray bottle. Fill it with witch hazel and distilled water. You can use just essential oils, but I found that it worked better using dried flowers.

Use this all over your body or as a toner. If you wish to make a toner without witch hazel, you can use green tea or rose water instead.

Essential Oil Spray for Your Skin

To make a spray for your skin, add a teaspoon of oil, aloe, or glycerin to the aromatherapy spray. This is the spray I keep with me all the time for hair, skin and occasional stinky kid.

Some Elemi Essential Oil Blends for Skin:

Youthful Glow:

• 3 drops Elemi
• 2 drops Frankincense
• 2 drops Lavender
• 1 drop Carrot Seed

Clarifying Blend:

• 3 drops Elemi
• 2 drops Tea Tree
• 2 drops Cedarwood
• 1 drop Lemon

Soothing Serum:

• 3 drops Elemi
• 2 drops Chamomile
• 2 drops Lavender
• 1 drop Helichrysum

Brightening Blend:

• 3 drops Elemi
• 2 drops Geranium
• 2 drops Lemon
• 1 drop Sandalwood

Balancing Tonic:

• 3 drops Elemi
• 2 drops Clary Sage
• 2 drops Rosemary
• 1 drop Patchouli

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