This is a list of the 20 BEST essential oil recipes for diffusers. These 20 essential oil diffuser recipes are the tried-and-true recipes that I use in our home on a daily basis. The scent combinations are perfect and there’s plenty of creative options for your many household’s needs.
I’ve officially broken-up with my store-bought candle collection.
I used to be a complete candle-addict, but my candles have collected a lot of dust since my firstessential oil diffuser arrived last year.
Diffusing essential oils not only makes my home smell nice, but they also can provide other health benefits as well. I have lost count of how many diffusers I currently have in my home
I always use cold-air diffusers, since anything that heats the oils can damage some of their beneficial properties.
I never use candle warmers or anything that might heat the oils too much. Cold air diffusers are the best way to preserve al the beneficial properties of your precious essential oils.
If you are new to essential oils, there’s no better way to get to know them than through your diffuser. Try a few of my top favorite essential oil recipes for your diffuser belowto get you started!
20 Best Essential Oil Recipes for Diffusers
This is a list of my 20 favorite essential oil recipes for diffusers. There’s an essential oil blend for pretty much every season and household need.
General Guidelines:
- The following blends are meant to be used in a cold-air diffuser. These diffusers usually require a small amount of water to be added, along with the oils. (Usually around 70 mL)
- Follow the manufacturers directions on your diffuser.
- If you don’t have one of the oils called for in the recipe, you can still try the recipe without it.
1. Let’s Focus Essential Oil Diffuser Recipe
This is amuch-loved combo, and for good reason! It’s perfect to increase alertness, or when you need a quick pick-me-up.
- 2 drops wild orange essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
2. Fresh and Clean Essential Oil DiffuserRecipe
This essential oil diffuser blend is wonderful for creating a welcoming atmosphere in your home. It’s bright and fresh:
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops lemonessential oil
- 2 drops rosemary essential oil
3. Odor Eliminator Essential Oil DiffuserRecipe
We are animal-people, and we’ve had our fair share of “incidences” in our house. Whenever this happens, I like to diffuse this blend. It freshens up the air in no time:
- 2 drops lemon essential oil
- 1 drop melaleuca essential oil
- 1 drop cilantro essential oil
- 1 drop lime essential oil
4. Seasonal Support Essential Oil Diffuser Recipe
These three oils together are spectacular for helping to maintain clear breathing and a healthy immune response. I use this blend especially during the spring and summer months.
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops lemon essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
5. Citrus Explosion Essential Oil DiffuserRecipe
I love diffusing citrus blends when we have company coming over. It makes my house smell happy and clean.
- 1 drop lemon essential oil
- 2 drops wild orange essential oil
- 1 drop lime essential oil
- 1 drop grapefruit essential oil
6. Deep BreathEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
I tend to be a very high-energy person. The good part of that? I get a lot done. The bad part? I have a hard time settling down sometimes…
I adore this blend for the evenings when I’m trying to slow my brain down, and I also like to diffuse it in the bedroom as I fall asleep:
- 1 drop bergamot essential oil
- 1 drop patchouli essential oil
- 1 drop ylang ylang essential oil
7. Respiratory SupportEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Use this blend to support respiratory function–especially duringthe winter months.
- 1 drop lemon essential oil
- 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
- 1 drop rosemary essential oil
8. Flower GardenEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Want your home to smell like a flower garden in full bloom? Try this one:
- 1 drop geranium essential oil
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops roman chamomile essential oil
9. Man-CaveEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
I think this combo smells very masculine and woodsy… Although I enjoy it too.
- 2 drops white first essential oil
- 2 drops cypress essential oil
- 2 drops wintergreen essential oil
10. Bug RepellentEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
This combo isn’t one that I’d necessarily wear as perfume, but it contains a collection of oils that most creepy-crawlies dislike:
- 1 drop lemongrass essential oil
- 1 drop thyme essential oil
- 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop basil essential oil
11. Spiced ChaiEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Craving a cup of chai? Either make my homemade chai tea concentrate, or put this blend in your diffuser:
- 3 drops cardamom essential oil
- 2 drops cassia essential oil
- 2 drops clove essential oil
- 1 drop ginger essential oil
12. Spicey CitrusEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
This essential oil diffuser blend is what autumn should smell like.
- 3 drops wild orange essential oil
- 2 drops cinnamon bark essential oil
- 1 drop clove essential oil
13. WoodsyEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Feeling like a walk in the woods, but stuck at home? Try this essential oil recipe for your diffuser instead:
- 3 drops frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops white fir essential oil
- 1 drop cedarwood essential oil
14. Immune BoosterEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
One of my favorite blends for the fall and winter months:
- 1 drop rosemary essential oil
- 1 drop clove essential oil
- 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop cinnamon bark essential oil
- 1 drop wild orange essential oil
15. Goodbye StressEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Feeling frazzled? This is one of my favorite combos:
- 2 drops frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops bergamot essential oil
16. G’NightEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
For a sweet night’s sleep:
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops chamomile essential oil
- 2 drops vetiver essential oil
(For more essential oils for better sleep, click HERE)
17. Candy StoreEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
I don’t know why, but this one smells like candy. The kids love this essential oil blend in the diffuser and it’ll make your house happy.
- 2 drops wild orange essential oil
- 2 drop wintergreen essential oil
18. EnergizeEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
Diffuse this one first thing in the morning for a big boost:
- 2 drops wild orange essential oil
- 2 drops frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops cinnamon essential oil
19. GroundingEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
For those moments when everyone really needs to chill out:
- 2 drops vetiver essential oil
- 2 drops cedarwood essential oil
20. Happy HolidayEssential Oil DiffuserRecipe
My favorite essential oil recipe for the diffuser during the month of December.
- 2 drops white fir
- 2 drops wild orange
- 1 drop wintergreen
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More Essential Oil Tips & Recipes for Your Home:
- 10 Homemade Air Freshener Recipes using Essential Oils
- Cooking with Essential Oils
- Essential Oil Hacks for Homesteading
- The Best Autumn Essential Oil Recipes for Your Diffuser
- 15 Ways to Reuse Essential Oil Bottles
*Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. None of the information on this blog is intended to cure, treat, or heal any disease. Please use essential oils at your own risk with lots of common sense.*
