6 Fun & Easy DIY Essential Oil Recipes for Moms

Essential Oils are quickly becoming a staple in the apothecaries of people all over the
country, and for good reason. These small-but-mighty constituents have been around for over 5,000 years and are used all over the world as a tool for perfuming, healthcare needs and playing a role in rituals and ceremonies. Consisting of aromatic compounds that exist in the leaves, roots, flowers, stems and seeds of plants, these powerful oils are extremely potent—just twist open a bottle and the aroma hits you immediately!

1—overwhelm be gone

This is a powerful mood-reset blend. It’s effective at releasing stress, balancing mood, and releasing tense emotions. This blend is also known to reduce irritable feelings throughout the day.

Yields: 10-milliliter rollerball bottle

INGREDIENTS

10 milliliter rollerball bottle
10 drops lavender essential oil
10 drops bergamot essential oil
7 drops clary sage essential oil
4 drops wild orange essential oil
2 tsp carrier oil

DIRECTIONS

Add eos to the rollerball bottle and top off blend with carrier oil of your choice. Apply to the back of neck, temples, wrists, mastoids and behind ears.

2—stress free spray

A stress spray is very easy to use during those moments when you are feeling overwhelmed. Lavender aids in relaxation and reducing tension. Wild orange and spikenard promote feelings of well-being and happiness, and peppermint invigorates the senses, helping to release worries.

Yields: 2-ounce spray bottle

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ ounces distilled water
10 drops wild orange essential oil
8 drops lavender essential oil
4 drops spikenard essential oil
4 drops peppermint essential oil

DIRECTIONS

Add water to spray bottle. Add essential oils, shake, and spritz. Spray blend in the car, into the air, and onto your body to melt stress away.

3—wake-up momma rollerball blend

Rollerball bottle blends are effective and efficient at providing a burst of energy. This blend combines eucalyptus and rosemary for supporting mental clarity. Peppermint and grapefruit are the ideal power combo for promoting alertness.

Yields: 10-milliliter rollerball bottle

INGREDIENTS

10-milliliter rollerball bottle
10 drops eucalyptus essential oil
10 drops rosemary essential oil
5 drops grapefruit essential oil
5 drops peppermint essential oil
Carrier oil of choice

DIRECTIONS

Add essential oils to rollerball bottle and top off blend with a carrier oil of your choice. Apply to the back of neck, wrists, temples, and back of ears.

4—motivation rescue rollerball blend

This blend is for those moments when you are feeling mentally and emotionally sluggish. Keep this blend in your purse for those midday slumps.

Yields: 10-milliliter rollerball bottle

INGREDIENTS

10-milliliter rollerball bottle
8 drops rosemary essential oil
8 drops lime essential oil
7 drops bergamot essential oil
5 drops basil essential oil
3 ylang-ylang essential oil
2 teaspoons carrier oil of choice

DIRECTIONS

Add essential oils to the rollerball bottle and top off blend with a carrier oil of your choice. Apply to the back of neck, wrists, temples, and back of ears.

5—sleepy time spray

Lavender and cedarwood are a powerful combination for a restful sleep. Other oils to incorporate are vetiver, bergamot, clary sage, and roman chamomile.

Yield: 2-ounce spray bottle

INGREDIENTS

2-ounce spray bottle
10 drops lavender essential oil
10 drops cedarwood essential oil
2 ounces distilled water or witch hazel

DIRECTIONS

Add water or witch hazel to spray bottle. Add essential oils, shake, and spritz. Spray sleepy-time spray on pillows, comforters, and in the air before bed for a restful sleep.

6—adrenal love

Geranium and rosemary lessen stress and overwhelm. Clove contains powerful antioxidant support, and peppermint is stimulating and invigorating. This blend promots healthy adrenal support.

Yield: 10-milliliter rollerball bottle

INGREDIENT

10-milliliter rollerball bottle
8 drops geranium essential oil
7 drops rosemary essential oil
5 drops clove essential oil
2 drops peppermint essential oil
2 teaspoons fractionated coconut oil or almond oil

DIRECTIONS

Place the essential oil in a rollerball bottle, and then fill to the top with your carrier oil of choice. Roll the blends over your kidneys, located on the lower spine, morning and evening.

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