Home fragrances are a nice touch to any home, especially if you are expecting company or just want your house to smell a bit more fresh. While there are many air fresheners on the market, some may smell too fake or too strong for your liking. Reed diffusers are one of the newer home air fresheners on the market, however they can be costly. Making your own can save you money and allow you to personalize your scent.
Instructions
1. Choose a decorative bottle or vase in which to put your oil and diffuser reeds. You should choose a bottle that is tall enough to accommodate the length of the reeds without tipping over. The bottle should also have a narrow opening to allow the reeds to stick out, but not allow the oil to easily spill.
2. Mix up a diffuser oil scent. Mix 1/4 ounce of your chosen essential oil with 2 1/4 ounces of a reed diffuser oil base. You can also substitute grape seed oil for the base. You may choose to add a 1/4 ounce of perfumer's alcohol to the mixture to keep the essential oil and the base oil well mixed. If you use a larger vase, you may want to double the oil recipe.
3. Pour the oil into the bottle and place the reeds inside. Allow some time for the reeds to soak up the oil. Once the oil fully penetrates the reeds, you will be able to smell the fragrance throughout the home.
4. Place the diffuser in an area of the home where air can circulate through the reeds. This will allow a better permeation of the air in the home, making the entire home fill with the scent.
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