Vanilla oil has such an intoxicating aroma, very calming and cleansing. Besides reminding me of times with my grandmother as she taught me to bake, it also reminds me of when we would clean the house from top to bottom with Vanilla essence. She just loved it, so it still holds fond aromatic memories for me.
Somehow the idea of vanilla has become bland and boring, yet vanilla oil is anything but. Vanilla is a base note fixative that brings warmth to any blend. When we add vanilla we bring relaxation, sleep, seduction, and a touch of luxury. Vanilla is an absolute oil that is solvent extracted and not an essential oil, however, for ease, we call it an essential oil.
Now onto some blending suggestions for you. First up is my current favorite, Chai Elixir.
Chai Elixir
I love a good chai drink, especially during the colder months, there’s something very soothing about it. During the warmer months, I don’t drink it as much and I miss the aroma, so I created this diffuser blend to bring back that comforting feeling and aroma I need. This blend elicits feelings of warmth, comfort, peace and joy.
Add to your ultrasonic diffuser or oil burner in a well-ventilated area for short periods. It is recommended that you use your diffuser on the intermittent setting, or for 30 minutes on, 60 minutes off.
Safety: This blend is created specifically for diffuser use only.Couple Time
Spending time with your partner away from the kids and distractions isn’t easy to make happen. However, it is important to ensure the quality of your relationship is sustained. This blend helps you focus on yourselves and your connection with each other.
Add to your ultrasonic diffuser or oil burner in a well-ventilated area for short periods. It is recommended that you use your diffuser on the intermittent setting, or for 30 minutes on, 60 minutes off.
Safety: This blend is created specifically for diffuser use only.Luxury Sleep
We all know the benefits of quality sleep and how it impacts us if we don’t get a good night’s sleep. There are numerous oils and blends that can assist us with sleep, and this is another option to try. Why do I share so many sleep recipes? Because what works for me may not work for you, I want to give you ideas and options to find the one that works for you. This one is divine and works a treat.
Add to your ultrasonic diffuser or oil burner in a well-ventilated area for short periods. It is recommended that you use your diffuser on the intermittent setting, or for 30 minutes on, 60 minutes off.
Safety: This blend is created specifically for diffuser use only.Comfort and Joy
The purpose of this blend is as simple as the name suggests - to bring some comfort and joy into your day. It reminds us to find joy in the small things of the everyday, and where there is joy, there will be comfort.
- 2 drops of Vanilla (Vanilla Planifolia)
- 2 drops of Fir Needle (Abies Siberica)
- 2 drops of Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens)
- 2 drops of Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis)
Add to your ultrasonic diffuser or oil burner in a well-ventilated area for short periods. It is recommended that you use your diffuser on the intermittent setting, or for 30 minutes on, 60 minutes off.
Safety: This blend is created specifically for diffuser use only.In closing
Vanilla is a wonderful aromatic to experiment with, and one for all serious essential oil users to have in their kits. On a metaphysical level, Vanilla can help ease our cold-heartedness bringing in warmth, security, loyalty and tranquillity. It blends well with citrus oils like Orange, Mandarin and Lime. It also blends well with floral oils such as Lavender, Jasmine, Rose and Geranium. I encourage everyone to give it a try and see what blends you can create for yourself and your family. Make sure you share with us your creations.
Alluring Perfume Spray
Vanilla invites you to be playful, romantic and alluring. She brings out your flirtatious side and calls you to embrace your womanhood. Create an alluring perfume spray to bring that out in you
What you’ll need
Combine all ingredients into a spray or perfume bottle. Place lid onto bottle, and shake vigorously before using. As time passes, the oils will meld together and you’ll be left with a lovely alluring scent.
Lip Balm
Dry lips are annoying, and a simple solution is at hand with this simple DIY recipe. Make a few and keep the jars handy at all times.
What you’ll need
- 2 tablespoons Beeswax
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa Butter
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)
- 3 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil (Vanilla Planifolia)
- Small Jars or Lip Balm Tins
- Place all the ingredients (except essential oils) in a large glass bowl. Fill a pot with water, then set the glass bowl over the top to where it will be partially submerged in the water.
- Melt the ingredients together. Remember to stir often to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Once all the ingredients are melted, remove from the heat, add the Vanilla oil, and mix well. It is important to work quickly as the mixture will harden once it has been removed from the heat.
- Pour mixture into small jars or tins, and allow to cool. It will take the mixture a few hours to harden completely before use.
Linen spray
Making your own linen spray is simple and fun, and Vanilla is such a beautiful scent to add to your linen.
What you'll need
- 10 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil (Vanilla Planifolia)
- 10 drops of Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula Officinalis)
- 16 fl oz Spray Bottle
- 4 tbsp Witch Hazel
- Distilled Water
Add witch hazel and essential oils to bottle. Then top with distilled water. Shake well before each use.
Car spray
Cars can be rather smelly places especially with kids around. You can add any oils you like, but make sure you choose uplifting oil, not relaxing or sedative ones as that’s certainly what we don’t need in a car.
What you'll need
- 10 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil (Vanilla Planifolia)
- 5 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha Piperita)
- 5 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil (Eucalyptus Globulus)
- 16 fl oz Spray Bottle
- 4 tbsp Witch Hazel
- Distilled Water
Add witch hazel and essential oils to bottle. Then top with distilled water. Shake well before each use.
Moisturizing Lotion
Keeping your skin soft, supple and moisturized is an important part of your well-being.
What you’ll need
- ½ cup Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis)
- ½ cup Grapeseed Oil (Vitis Vinifera)
- ½ cup Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)
- ½ cup Beeswax
- 2 tsps Vitamin E Oil (optional)
- 2 tbsp Shea Butter (Vitellaria Paradoxa)
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Butter
- 10 drops of Vanilla Oil (Vanilla Planifolia)
- 10 drops of Rose Geranium Oil (Pelargonium Roseum)
- Combine all ingredients except for the Vitamin E and essential oils, in a glass bowl on top of a simmering pot of water.
- Stir until all ingredients are melted together.
- Once melted, take off the heat and add the essential oils and Vitamin E Oil.
- Stir gently.
- Pour into a glass jar or tin for storage.
Nourishing Face Oil
In an amber bottle, combine 2 drops of Vanilla, 1 drop of Rose Oil and 2 tablespoons of Jojoba Oil. Shake gently, then apply two drops to your skin, neck and décolletage to soften and nourish your skin.
Dryer Balls
Add a couple of drops of Vanilla Oil to a wool dryer ball or reusable dryer sheet. It will infuse your clothes with the sweet scent of Vanilla.
In closing
The scent of Vanilla is amazing, one that is not only alluring but it also reminds people of cleanliness and purity. It is a wonderful ingredient to add to your aromatic toolkit.
