How to DIY a Natural Perfume That Won't Harm Your Skin

Let’s make a DIY natural perfume!

I’m going to show you how to make natural perfume so you can be sure you are not applying anything harmful to your skin. Natural oils for perfume are easy to work with and enable us to create fragrances that are safe to use.

Essential oils like jasmine, neroli, patchouli, lavender, rose, bergamot, and sandalwood, have long been used when making perfume.

These essential oils can be quite pricey, and some perfume manufacturers prefer to use cheap copycats of synthetic scents instead. Most perfumes are a mix of essential oils in an alcohol or carrier oil base.

When smelling a perfume, often the first thing you’ll detect are the top notes. That will be followed by the mid-tones and base notes.

When making perfume you want to select and add the scents in order from base notes to top notes. I recommend adding a few drops at a time of each oil and then keeping notes of how many drops of each oil you’ve added.

Once you’ve discovered your favorite blend and have written it down, you can easily make more of it.

When making perfume, always use a dark bottle. Storing it in a clear bottle risks the perfume going rancid over time. Store the bottle in a cool, dark, dry place that is not exposed to sunlight.

You will also want to make sure the lid is firmly attached to prevent oxidation. Ensure the alcohol you’re using is pure. You should also test a bit of the essential oil on your skin first to make sure there are no negative reactions.

When making perfume, you want to mix the ingredients together in a glass bowl or container. Avoid metal or plastic as they will interfere with the scents.