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. But did you know that Vanilla oil can be used in lots of different products. Here are a few fun ways you can use Vanilla oil.
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
Instructions
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
- 3 drops of Vanilla essential oil
- Small jars or lip balm tins
Instructions
- 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 oil
- 10 drops of Lavender essential oil
- 16 fl oz Spray Bottle
- 4 tbsp Witch Hazel
- Distilled Water
Instructions
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 oil
- 5 drops of Peppermint essential oil
- 5 drops of Eucalyptus
- 16 fl oz Spray Bottle
- 4 tbsp Witch Hazel
- Distilled Water
Instructions
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
- ½ cup grapeseed oil
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup beeswax
- 2 tsps vitamin E oil (optional)
- 2 tbsp shea butter
- 2 tbsp cocoa butter
- 10 drops of Vanilla oil
- 10 drops of Rose Geranium essential oil
Instructions
- 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.
