Spring has finally arrived! It’s time to embrace the warmth and renewal that this season brings by utilizing our essential oils in creative ways. Below, you’ll discover over 50 invigorating spring essential oil recipes. These include delightful spring diffuser blends, homemade room sprays, effective DIY bug sprays, seasonal allergy relief remedies, convenient rollerball recipes, scented hand soaps, natural sunscreen, and a variety of non-toxic spring cleaning solutions. Most recipes come with free printables, so dive in, utilize those essential oils, and enjoy the process of crafting!
1) Spring Diffuser Blend Recipes
Click here for my 15 favorite spring diffuser blend recipes. You’ll discover the refreshing “mojito” blend that combines vibrant citrus with spearmint notes, the soothing “breathe easy” blend designed to help alleviate congestion, the uplifting “bring on spring” blend, and many more of my personal favorites. Plus, there’s a free printable sheet containing all the diffuser recipes for your convenience!
2) Spring Room Sprays (a.k.a. Homemade Air Fresheners)
Transform any of the spring diffuser blends into a delightful room spray by following these simple steps:
- Start with an 8 oz spray bottle.
- Add 1 oz of witch hazel.
- Fill the remaining space in the bottle with distilled water.
- Add 20-25 drops of essential oil (this is four times the number of drops used in the diffuser blends — click here for the spring diffuser recipes).
- Shake well to combine.
- Spray throughout your home to bring the fresh essence of spring indoors!
3) Seasonal Allergies
Here are some essential oil recipes that have proven effective for my family during allergy season:
- Click here for diffuser blends.
- Click here for inhaler recipes.
- Click here for roller bottle blends.
- Click here to learn how to make shower steamers.
4) Homemade Headache Balm (Recipe Here)
In Kansas, springtime weather often fluctuates dramatically from hot to cold, and these temperature swings can wreak havoc on my sinuses. Thankfully, I have this handy homemade headache balm. A small dab applied to my temples and the back of my neck works wonders to alleviate headaches. Find the full recipe here.
5) Keep Bugs Away
Before relocating to Kansas, we lived in Minnesota, known for its 10,000 lakes and an abundance of mosquitoes. We quickly learned how to combat bugs effectively. Here are my tried-and-true natural bug repellents:
- Click here for DIY bug spray recipes (including kid-safe options).
- Click here for the “Bugs Be Gone” diffuser blend.
- Click here for the bug repellent lotion bar recipe.
- Click here for instructions on making Bug Away essential oil candles.
6) DIY Linen Spray in Refreshing Spring Scents
Revitalize your spring clothing that has been tucked away or stored in the back of your closet with this DIY linen spray. It’s an excellent way to naturally refresh clothes, drapes, and upholstered furniture, infusing them with clean, springtime scents. Get the recipes here.
7) Spring Cleaning Recipes
Harness the natural power of essential oils to achieve a thorough spring cleaning of your home. Click here for:
- Window & Glass Cleaner
- Lysol Disinfecting Cleaning Spray
- Anti-Mold & Mildew Spray
- Dusting Spray
- Shower Cleaner
- Floor Cleaner {ideal for hardwood, laminate, tile, and vinyl surfaces}
- Click here for more DIY essential oil cleaning recipes
8) Gardener’s Hands
Spring signifies the start of gardening, which often results in hands that need a little extra care. Begin by cleaning and softening your hands with these charming exfoliating hand scrub hearts (recipe here). Then, nourish and hydrate your hands with my preferred super rich & creamy dry hand lotion (recipe here).
9) DIY Hand Soap in Invigorating Spring Scents
Click here for DIY moisturizing hand soap recipes featuring 21 delightful spring and summer scents.
10) Bring on the Sun
Whether you’re heading out for a spring break trip to the beach or enjoying warmer weather at home, try these essential oil recipes:
- Click here for homemade sunscreen.
- Click here for an after-sun spray that calms the skin and reduces redness after too much sun exposure.
- Click here for a peppermint cooling spray that helps you feel refreshed even on the hottest days.
11) Deodorize and Freshen Your Home with the Change of Seasons
- Click here for a trashcan spray.
- Refrigerator or Closet Freshener — Combine a few drops of lemon essential oil with about 1/2 cup of baking soda in a small mason jar. Cover with tulle or a loosely woven fabric and place the jar at the back of your fridge. The baking soda and lemon essential oil will absorb unpleasant food odors and rejuvenate the fridge.
- Have you tried creating a gel air freshener? These are incredibly easy to make using polymer absorbent crystals (like these), water, and essential oils. It couldn’t be simpler! Find the recipe here from Shaken Together Life.
12) Make Your Own Diffuser
Click here to learn how to craft your own reed diffuser, complete with 11 recipes for refreshing spring scents.
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