A Natural Way to Smell Beautiful Every Day
If you’re tired of artificial fragrances or searching for a signature scent that’s natural, non-toxic, and uniquely you, you may be wondering:
“Can essential oils be used as perfume?”
The answer is a fragrant yes! 🌿
Let’s dive into how essential oils can become your new favourite perfume—plus how to blend and wear them like a pro.
Why Use Essential Oils as Perfume?
Most store-bought perfumes are packed with synthetic fragrances and chemicals that can cause allergies, headaches, or skin irritation. Essential oils, on the other hand, are natural plant extracts with aromatic and therapeutic benefits.
By using essential oils as perfume, you get:
- ✨ A scent that’s natural and clean
- 🌱 Aromatherapy benefits to boost mood or calm the mind
- 💚 A personalised fragrance that’s uniquely yours
- 🧴 A more sustainable and holistic beauty choice
Which Essential Oils Make Great Natural Perfumes?
🌼 Top Notes (light, uplifting scents that fade quickly)
🌸 Middle Notes (heart of the scent, more balanced and noticeable)
🌿 Base Notes (long-lasting, grounding scents that linger)
💡 A well-rounded perfume contains a mix of top, middle, and base notes.
How to Use Essential Oils as Perfume
1. Roll-On Perfume Oil
What you need:
- 10ml roller bottle
- 2ml of essential oil blend (about 10–15 drops)
- 8ml carrier oil (Jojoba is ideal for skin)
Method:
- Add essential oils to the roller bottle
- Top up with carrier oil
- Shake gently and apply to pulse points (wrists, neck, behind ears)
2. Perfume Spray
What you need:
- 30ml glass spray bottle
- 6–10 drops essential oil blend
- 1 tsp witch hazel or vodka (helps disperse oil)
- Top up with distilled water
Method:
- Mix essential oils and vodka/witch hazel first
- Add water and shake before each use
- Mist lightly on clothes or skin
Easy DIY Perfume Blends from Holistic Emporium 🌿
🌸 Floral Daydream
- 3 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang
- 1 drop Frankincense
🌞 Citrus Bloom
- 3 drops Bergamot
- 2 drops Sweet Orange
- 2 drops Rose Geranium
🌲 Earthy Calm
- 3 drops Cedarwood
- 2 drops Patchouli
- 1 drop Sandalwood
Tips for Wearing Essential Oil Perfume
✔ Apply to moisturised skin—scents last longer
✔ Store in a cool, dark place
✔ Let your perfume “rest” for 24–48 hours to let the scent blend
✔ Reapply throughout the day—natural perfumes are more subtle and may fade faster than synthetic ones
So, can essential oils be used as perfume?
Yes—and once you try it, you may never go back!
Crafting your own essential oil perfume means choosing scents that match your mood, energy, and personality—all while staying true to your values of clean, conscious beauty.
💚 Explore our full range of pure essential oils, carrier oils, and blending accessories at www.holisticemporium.co.za
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