But if you’ve never used essential oils before, you might be wary about how much it costs to get started.
Good essential oils can be expensive, and to make the most of an essential oil, you might think you need a diffuser.
However, there are many ways to use essential oils without a diffuser (see also ‘How Many Drops of Essential Oils in Diffuser‘). In this guide, we’ll take a look at some creative methods for using essential oils.
Create A Spray
One of the best methods for using essential oils without a diffuser is to create a room spray.
This is an excellent choice because it requires minimal effort, and you can continue to access your wonderful essential oil throughout the day.
To create an essential oil spray, all you need is a spray bottle, water, and your chosen oil. Any type of spray bottle will do.
If you don’t have one around the home, you can pick up empty spray bottles from dollar stores.
If you do repurpose an old bottle, make sure it’s completely clean before adding your essential oil.
Fill your spray bottle with purified water, and add 10 to 20 drops of your favorite oil.
You may need to adjust the amount depending on the size of the bottle, and the strength of the fragrance.
This spray can now be used to mist the air, eliminating odors and adding the fresh scent of your favorite essential oil.
Cotton Balls
If you’re interested in using essential oils, but not yet ready to invest in a diffuser, then a cotton ball is an easy way to experiment with oils.
All you need to do to experience essential oils is place 2 to 3 drops on a cotton ball.
The aroma will slowly start to fill the room, allowing you to soak up the benefits of your chosen oil (and banish any bad lingering odors).
A cotton ball scent will typically last for 2 to 3 hours, and you can refresh the scent throughout the day.
Cotton balls are small and unassuming, so you can tuck them around the house.
Alternatively, add a touch of your preferred essential oil to a tissue. Keep it next to you, and inhale the aroma from time to time.
Hand Towel
Essential oils are often used to soothe and relax, which is why many of us like to use them before bed. Adding a few drops of a calming essential oil, such as lavender, can help you ease into sleep.
If you’re wary of using essential oils directly on your pillow, then hand towels are an excellent alternative.
Simply add a few drops of your chosen oil to the towel, and place it under your pillow.
You can even tuck it into the pillowcase! This allows you to inhale the scent, without the risk of getting undiluted oils on your skin.
Another good option is to use a stuffed animal. Dab the essential oil onto your chosen stuffed animal, and the scent will infuse across the bed during the night.
Add To A Body Lotion
Add essential oils to your daily routine by incorporating them into a body lotion.
Mix a few drops of your chosen essential oil with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or jojoba oil. Stir the oil mixture into your body lotion, and apply to the skin.
You can also add essential oils, diluted in carrier oils, to hand cream using the same method.
Whenever you want to inhale the oil, you can add a touch of hand cream, and breathe it in.
Some essential oils, such as rose, lavender, and chamomile, can typically be applied directly to the skin.
However, most essential oils are too strong for direct application, and need to be diluted by a carrier oil.
The Stove
Fill your home with the wonders of aromatherapy by using this simple stove trick. Fill a pot part way with water, and add 10 to 20 drops of your chosen essential oil.
Turn the heat under the pot to very low, and let the scent of the oil travel with the steam from the water.
Be careful to keep the heat low, as you don’t want the water to boil. All you want is gradually rising steam, which will fill the air as you move through the house.
Once the water has heated, you can take a more direct approach to inhalation. Take the pot off the stove and place on a heatproof mat. Place a towel over your head and the bowl, and breathe in.
Create A Massage Oil
Bring your favorite spa experience to the home by making your own massage oil. It’s easier than you might expect!
To make a massage oil, all you have to do is mix a few drops of your essential oil with a carrier oil.
The carrier oil dilutes the power of the essential oil, making it skin safe and adding a moisturizing effect.
Popular carrier oils include fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil, and sweet almond oil.
Rub the massage oil into areas that feel tight or tense, such as the neck and shoulders. Massage the oil into pressure points such as the wrists and temples.
You can also use this massage oil mixture in the bath. Pour a small amount into running water, and allow the aroma to envelop you as you sit and soak.
Straight From The Bottle
The easiest method for using essential oils without diffusers is also one of the best: simply inhale the oil directly from the bottle.
Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, and let the scent wash over you. Throughout the day, whenever you start to feel stressed or anxious, take a moment to relax and inhale, and feel the essential oil get to work.
Final Thoughts
There are many ways to add essential oils to your life without the use of a diffuser. Find a method that works for you, and you can bring the soothing and powerful benefits of essential oils into your home.
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