Create your own essential oil perfume using Young Living oils
If you love thoughtful, handmade gifts, this DIY essential oil perfume recipe is a perfect fit!
Bookmark this post and save these natural perfume ideas to create your own signature scent or craft a custom gift for someone special.
How to Make Your Own Essential Oil Perfume
Want to create a scent that’s all your own?
Follow this DIY signature scent recipe using Young Living essential oils to make a custom perfume…naturally.
Steps:
- Choose your scent (see ideas below).
- Decide on a spray or roll-on bottle.
- Follow the recipe.
- Let it settle for 24–48 hours.
- Shake gently, apply, and enjoy your natural fragrance!
💡 Don’t forget to jot down your blend. When you love it, you’ll want to recreate it!
Supplies:
Referral links included where noted.
- Perfume bottle or roll on (favorites listed below)
- Fractionated coconut oil or Young Living’s V6 (referral link use promo SHAREYL for 10% off)
- Distilled water
- Witch hazel or vodka
- Various Young Living Essential oils (more below)
- Custom labels
Understanding Scent Notes:
Scent Categories:
- Fruity
- Floral
- Woodsy
- Herbal
- Spicy
Scent Notes Explained:
The best perfumes balance scent layers:
- Base notes (20%): woodsy, balsam
- Middle notes (50%): floral, fruity, green, spicy
- Top notes (30%): herbal, citrus, aromatic
DIY Signature Scent Recipes (Inspired by Classic Perfumes)
Try these Young Living oil blends inspired by timeless fragrances:
- Aramis Cologne Recipe
- Giorgio Armani Inspired Blend
- Chanel No. 5 Inspired Blend
Ready to Get Started?
Not a Young Living member yet?
We’d love to help you get started! Use our referral link:
👉 Young Living Sign-Up
Our family has used these oils daily for almost 10 years. Have questions? Message me on Facebook or email. I’m happy to help!
Gift-Worthy Perfume Bottle Ideas
(Referral links)
- Vintage Purple Glass Lotus Bottle (perfect for a beautiful gift)
- Gemstone Essential Oil Roller Bottles (stocking stuffers!)
More DIY Perfume Recipes to Try
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What a fantastic and personalized gift idea! Creating a signature scent is such a unique way to show someone you care, and it adds such a personal touch. I love the idea of customizing the fragrance to match the recipient’s personality or favorite memories. Can’t wait to try this for upcoming birthdays and holidays!