Whether you’re not sure what to do with all of those essential oils in your cabinet or simply looking for some fresh ideas, we’ve got you covered. Here is a collection of 50 fantastic essential oil recipes for your diffuser, gathered from around the web!
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Essential Oil Blends for Mental Clarity
Combine oils like Peppermint, Lemon, Rosemary, and Hyssop in these 5 diffuser blends by Aroma Web to improve concentration and memory.
In her article 10 Must-Try Essential Oil Recipes for Your Diffuser, Jill of The Prairie Homestead recommends a blend of 2 drops each of Wild Orange and Peppermint essential oils “to increase alertness, or when you need a quick pick-me-up.”
To soothe a headache, Lisa P. on Birch Hill Happenings recommends diffusing equal parts Marjoram, Thyme, Rosemary, Peppermint, and Lavender oils. “This remedy works well if you can have the diffuser near your head while it is being used.”
Try this Focus Blend from Laura on Green Living Ladies by combining 2 drops Frankincense, 2 drops Vetiver, and 4 drops of a synergy blend like Eden’s Garden Align or doTERRA Balance in your diffuser.
Energizing Essential Oil Blends
Combine earthy oils like Frankincense and Ginger with powerful green herbs like Basil, Peppermint, and Rosemary in these 4 diffuser blends from Aroma Web to increase your energy levels around your home or at the office.
Laura of Green Living Ladies offers her Energizing Blend combining 4 drops each of Peppermint and Wild Orange essential oils.
Laura also recommends for Workout Time, diffusing 2 drops each of Peppermint and Grapefruit essential oils with 2 drops of doTERRA Slim & Sassy metabolic blend to increase vigor and performance.
To boost the overall energy level in your environment, Birch Hill Happenings recommends mixing this Stimulating Living Room Blend of 8 drops Grapefruit, 4 drops Lavender, 4 drops Lemon , and 2 drops Basil essential oils in your diffuser.
Essential Oil Blends for Sensuality
To set the perfect mood for a romantic encounter, try this Sweetly Sensual Diffuser Blend from Easy Aromatherapy Recipes. Combine 7 – 10 drops Sandalwood, 2 drops Vanilla, and 1 drop Jasmine or Ylang Ylang in your diffuser.
Set the mood For a Romantic Dinner with this diffuser blend from Birch Hill Happenings by combining 2 drops each of Black Pepper, Grapefruit, and Jasmine essential oils. “It will set the evenings atmosphere for what lies ahead!”
Holiday Celebration Essential Oil Blends
Aroma Web offers an excellent Essential Oil Recipe for Celebrating, Giving Thanks and Expressing Gratitude using Bergamot, Grapefruit, Cypress, Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, and Ginger. “Combine all oils in a clean glass bottle and diffuse as you would other essential oil blends as you give thanks, pray or meditate.”
To warm up the atmosphere in your home this holiday season, try the Cinnamon Spice Diffuser Blend of 4 – 6 drops Patchouli, 2 – 4 drops Cinnamon, 3 – 5 drops Sweet Orange, 1 – 2 drops Clove, and 1 drop Ylang Ylang essential oils from Easy Aromatherapy Recipes.
Laura on Green Living Ladies suggests two great blends for celebration of the holidays. Fall In Love With Fall by mixing 4 drops each of Wild Orange and Cassia essential oils.
Or mix up some Holiday Bliss with Laura’s blend of 2 drops each White Fir, Cassia, and Wild Orange essential oils.
Insect Repellent Essential Oil Blends
To keep the creepy-crawlies away, Jill of The Prairie Homestead recommends diffusing a combination of 1 drop each Lemongrass, Tea Tree, Thyme, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary essential oils.
This insect-repelling blend from Easy Aromatherapy Recipes will also help to cool you down on a hot summer day. Diffuse a mixture of 4 – 6 drops Spearmint, 3 – 5 drops Peppermint, 3 – 5 drops Citronella, and 1 drop Lemongrass essential oils.
Essential Oil Blends for Stress Relief
When you’re feeling stressed, Aroma Web suggests these 4 diffuser blends using the soothing power of Lavender, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Citrus, and Floral oils.
Take this edge off with this Calming Diffuser Blend from Birch Hill Happenings. Combine 4 drops Roman Chamomile, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Clary Sage, 2 drops Geranium, and 1 drop Ylang Ylang in your diffuser.
To help you wind down, diffuse this Relaxing Woodsy Diffuser Blend from Easy Aromatherapy Recipes combining 4 drops Lavender, 2 drops Cedarwood, 2 drops Orange or Petitgrain, 1 drop Palmarosa or Ylang Ylang, and an optional 1 drop of Vetiver essential oil. “It’s a nice aromatherapy diffuser essential oil for men (with the palmarosa) because it’s not too girly. Adding a drop of vetiver will give this recipe a smoky undertone.”
For stress relief, Laura on Green Living Ladies recommends her Calming Diffusing Blend of 3 drops each of Lavender, Geranium, and Roman Chamomile, plus 2 drops each of Clary Sage and Ylang Ylang essential oils.
Or try out Laura’s Stress Relief Now essential oil blend of 4 drops Lavender, 3 drops Clary Sage, 2 drops Ylang Ylang, and 1 drop Marjoram in your diffuser.