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Ever wished for a specific body spray scent but couldn't find it or afford it? Creating your own is incredibly simple. What's more, you have full control over the ingredients, allowing for complete customization. You can tailor it to your preferences and concoct a truly distinctive fragrance. For an extra touch, consider adding some sparkle with loose eyeshadow!
Procedure
Creating Basic Body Spray
Acquire a spray bottle of any size. Opt for a glass bottle over plastic, as essential oils can deteriorate plastic over time. Additionally, select a blue or brown glass bottle to shield the oils from sunlight exposure.
Pour water into the bottle, filling it almost to the top. Ensure there's space left for your essential oils. Opt for filtered or distilled water, avoiding tap water.
- If pouring accurately is challenging, consider using a funnel to assist with transferring the water into the bottle.
Introduce essential oils into the mixture. Begin with 40 to 45 drops for every 2 ounces (60 milliliters) of water. Experiment with various scent combinations or stick to one. For instance, a blend of lavender and grapefruit creates a refreshing aroma.
Seal the bottle and give it a vigorous shake. Your body spray is now prepared for use. Keep in mind that the oils and water will naturally separate over time, so shaking the bottle before each use is necessary.
Creating Glittery Body Spray
Obtain a 5 to 6-ounce (150 to 180-milliliter) spray bottle. Opt for a glass bottle to prevent degradation over time. Alternatively, a high-quality plastic bottle is suitable if a glass one is unavailable.
Insert a funnel into the bottle's opening. This simplifies the pouring process and minimizes spills.
Drizzle 3 teaspoons of argan oil into the bottle. If argan oil isn't available or within your budget, consider using jojoba oil as an alternative. Vegetable glycerin can also serve as a substitute.
Include 2 teaspoons of loose eyeshadow or cosmetic pigment powder. It's normal for the powder to get stuck in the funnel, which is not a concern. The subsequent step will address this issue.
- Common colors include white or bronze, but feel free to choose any color you desire.
- Avoid using glitter, as even the finest glitter particles may clog your spray bottle.
Pour 2 ounces (60 milliliters) of distilled water through the funnel. This action helps dislodge any eyeshadow or pigment powder trapped in the funnel's opening. Ensure you use distilled water, not tap water. If distilled water isn't available, filtered water can be used instead.
- Tap water contains excessive minerals, which can adversely affect your spray and shorten its shelf life.
Contemplate adding a fragrance.
If there's still space in your bottle, enhance the scent with a few drops of essential oil. Essential oils are potent, so you'll only need approximately 20 to 25 drops.
Seal the bottle and give it a good shake. Your sparkling body spray is now prepared for use. Remember to shake it before each use as the ingredients may settle over time.
Creating Everlasting Body Spray
Acquire a 2 to 3-ounce (60 to 90-milliliter) spray bottle. If possible, opt for a glass spray bottle as essential oils can degrade plastic bottles over time. Alternatively, a high-quality plastic bottle will suffice if a glass one isn't available.
Insert a funnel into the bottle's opening. This facilitates the pouring process of the ingredients into the bottle.
Pour 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of distilled water into the bottle. If distilled water isn't accessible, filtered water can be used instead. Avoid tap water due to its high mineral content, which may affect your body spray.
- For a unique touch, substitute water with 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) of rose hydrosol. It imparts a delightful rose scent to your body spray and possesses gentle toning properties.
Pour 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of vodka or witch hazel into the bottle. This serves as a preservative, extending the lifespan of your body spray. It also helps bind the essential oils with the water, preventing separation.
Include 1 tablespoon of vegetable glycerin, if preferred. This aids in binding and thickening the mixture while potentially enhancing the longevity of the scents. Additionally, glycerin offers toning and moisturizing benefits.
Drop 15 to 20 essential oil drops into the bottle. You can opt for a single scent or combine scents like grapefruit, lime, and lemon.
- If you opted for rose hydrosol instead of water, omit essential oils.
Seal the bottle and give it a vigorous shake. Your body spray is now ready for use. Note that ingredients may settle, so remember to shake before each use.
Recommendations
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If possible, opt for distilled water. If unavailable, filtered water is an alternative. Avoid tap water due to its mineral content, which may impact the spray.
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Store your body spray in a glass bottle. If unavailable, a high-quality plastic bottle marked HDPE, #1, or #2 is suitable. Avoid thin, cheap plastic bottles as essential oils can degrade them.
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Experiment with different scents.
Cautions
- Avoid using citrus-based sprays outdoors as citrus and citrus essential oils can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight, leading to sunburns.
- Avoid applying these body sprays to your face as the ingredients may irritate your eyes.
- If you experience burning, you may be allergic to the essential oil and should rinse the spray off immediately.
Items Required
Creating Basic Body Spray
- Spray bottle
- Funnel (optional)
- Distilled water
- Essential oil
Creating Simple Body Spray
- 2 to 3-ounce (60 to 90-milliliter) spray bottle
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) distilled
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vodka or witch hazel
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vegetable glycerin (optional)
- 15 to 20 drops essential oil
Creating Glittering Body Spray
- 5 to 6 ounce (150 to 180-milliliter) spray bottle
- Funnel
- 3 teaspoon argan oil
- 2 teaspoon loose eyeshadow
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) distilled water
- Essential oil (optional)
