I always get such a thrill when someone new walks into my home, and comments on the beautiful aroma. I know that in this aromatic way, I’ve managed to bring the forest and trees, the flowers and roots of nature into my home. And what they are experiencing isn’t just the smell. Yes, the smell is divine! But so is the frequency. 

Every therapeutic grade essential oil from Young Living carries the frequency of nature within it. When we use those essential oils on our body and in our homes, we uplift not only our own Spirit, but everyone around us – both human and animal. 

I’ve been diffusing oils in my home for almost 25 years, and although I tend to wear oils even more than diffusing them, I love creating unique diffuser recipes for both the everyday and special occasions.

Young Living sells a wide range of ultrasonic and nebulising (aka atomising) styles of diffusers. The main difference is that the ultrasonic ones use water, whereas the atomising ones just use essential oils, with no water added (so they are the diffuser of choice in places where mould is an issue). 

I’m friends with Gary Young’s sister, Nancy Sanderson, and these recipes come directly from her newsletter. Thanks Nancy, for your wonderful inspiration! In fact, there were so many of them, I’m dividing this bulletin into two parts. Today is Part 1.

Essential Oil Diffuser Recipes – for Every Mood!

Diffusing is one of the easiest ways to enjoy the benefits of essential oils. With the right essential oil scent combinations, you can neutralise odours, freshen the air, and turn any room into a calming sanctuary for sleep or a bright, uplifting bubble from the outside world.

But with so many possible scent combinations, how do you know what essential oils smell nice together? While you could always go with a premixed essential oil blend, there’s something meditative and creative about mixing the oils yourself. To help you get started, here are over 50 essential oil diffuser recipes for every season, mood, and occasion (split over this 2 part series)!

How to Make an Essential Oil Diffuser Blend  

Before you dive in, there are a few things to know…

• You’ll need about 8-10 drops of essential oil. However, you can always use more or less depending on how strong you want the scent to be. 
• The essential oil diffuser you use matters. These diffuser recipes are designed for an ultrasonic diffuser, which uses vibrations to convert water and essential oils into a fine, cool mist. That includes diffusers like the Aria, Lantern, Lucia, Lustre, Desert Mist, Dewdrop, Feather the Owl and Rainstone, to mention just a few. Thicker essential oils like Sandalwood and Vetiver aren’t generally suitable for atomising diffusers. 
• Where you place your diffuser is key. You should place your diffuser on a solid surface below eye level and as close to the centre of the room as possible.

Diffuser Blends for Every Season…

Whether you’re looking for a cozy, cold-weather diffuser recipe or want to be transported to a sunny paradise, we’ve got you covered with these blends.

Spring Diffuser Recipes

Sweet Springtime Renewal

• 3 drops Grapefruit oil
• 3 drops Lavender oil
• 3 drops Ylang Ylang oil

Freshen Up

• 2 drops Thyme oil
• 2 drops Rosemary oil
• 2 drops Grapefruit oil
• 2 drops Eucalyptus Radiata oil

Down to Earth Spring Floral

• 2 drops Manuka oil
• 2 drops Bergamot oil
• 2 drops Frankincense oil
• 2 drops German Chamomile oil

Summer Diffuser Recipes

Squeeze the Day

• 3 drops Citrus Fresh blend
• 3 drops Tangerine oil
• 2 drops Jade Lemon oil
• 2 drops Juniper oil
• 2 drops Myrrh oil

Good, Clean Sun

• 5 drops Ylang Ylang oil
• 5 drops Lavender oil
• 1 drop Ravintsara oil
• 1 drop Eucalyptus Globulus oil

Vitamin Sea

• 3 drops Lime oil
• 5 drops Sacred Sandalwood oil
• 2 drops Lemon Myrtle oil
• 2 drops Orange oil

Autumn Diffuser Recipes

Cozy Vibes

• 4 drops Bergamot oil
• 3 drops Lemon oil
• 3 drops Elemi oil
• 2 drops Wintergreen oil

Fall Frost

• 3 drops Cinnamon Bark oil
• 3 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce oil
• 3 drops Orange oil

Changing Leaves

• 6 drops Northernn Lights Black Spruce oil
• 2 drops Wintergreen oil
• 2 drops Eucalyptus Globulus oil

Winter Diffuser Recipes

Winter Wonderland

• 4 drops Gathering blend
• 3 drops Cedarwood oil
• 3 drops Wintergreen oil

Stay Warm

• 2 drops Northern Lights Black Spruce oil
• 2 drops Peppermint oil
• 2 drops Rosemary oil
• 1 drop Tea Tree oil

Holiday Cheer

• 3 drops Peppermint oil
• 3 drops Christmas Spirit blend
• 3 drops Vanilla oil

Diffuser Blends for Every Need…

Looking for a relaxing essential oil recipe using Lavender oil? Or perhaps you’d prefer a livelier blend to kick off your next party or road trip? Either way, here are our favorite essential oil combos for any situation.

Diffuser Blends for Night-time

Sweet Dreams

• 4 drops Lavender oil
• 3 drops Bergamot oil
• 2 drops Cedarwood oil

Wind-down Wonder

• 3 drops Roman Chamomile oil
• 3 drops Lavender oil
• 2 drops Neroli oil

Embrace Your Calm

• 4 drops Frankincense
• 4 drops Lavender oil
• 1 drop Rose oil

Diffuser Blends for Morning

Rise, Shine, and Uplift

• 4 drops Peppermint oil
• 3 drops Citrus Fresh blend
• 3 drops Lemon oil

Bonjour, Beautiful

• 3 drops Sacred Sandalwood oil
• 3 drops Lavender oil
• 3 drops Stress Away blend

Play All Day

• 4 drops Orange oil
• 3 drops Lemon oil
• 2 drops Grapefruit oil

Diffuser Blends for Yoga and Meditation

Yoga Retreat

• 3 drops Patchouli oil
• 2 drops Frankincense oil
• 2 drops Clary Sage oil
• 1 drop Orange oil

Focused Flow

• 3 drops Cedarwood oil
• 2 drops Bergamot oil
• 2 drops Geranium oil

Grounding Presence

• 3 drops Pine oil
• 3 drops Cypress oil
• 3 drops Geranium oil

Diffuser Blends for Date Night

Love Birds

• 3 drops Goldenrod oil
• 3 drops Jasmine oil
• 3 drops Ylang Ylang oil

Dinner by Candlelight

• 3 drops Geranium oil
• 3 drops Cedarwood oil
• 2 drops Patchouli oil
• 2 drops Orange oil

Candy Hearts

• 2 drops Stress Away blend
• 2 drops Tangerine oil
• 2 drops Copaiba oil
• 1 drop Wintergreen oil for Date Night

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