Winter often comes with weather extremes that make us want to, and sometimes have to, stay indoors, comfy and warm. Diffusing essential oils when you are stuck inside is a way to set the atmosphere in your home and still enjoy some of your favorite cold weather aromas. These ten winter diffuser blends bring in conifers, mint, warm spice and bright citrus, the scents of your favorite snowy activities.
Instructions for Diffusing Essential Oils
The recipes are written in parts. For a 200 ml ultrasonic diffuser, add water up to the fill line and count one drop per part. Adjust the amount to the size and directions of your diffuser.
Frosty Morning
- 3 parts Bergamot Essential Oil
- 3 parts Fir Needle Essential Oil
- 3 parts Clary Sage Essential Oil
Spiced Orange and Rosemary
- 2 parts Rosemary Essential Oil
- 2 parts Clove Bud Essential Oil
- 2 parts Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 2 parts Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Eucalyptus, Lemongrass and Cinnamon
- 3 parts Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 2 parts Lemongrass Essential Oil
- 2 parts Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
Frankincense, Orange and Sandalwood
- 3 parts Frankincense Essential Oil
- 3 parts Sweet Orange Essential Oil
- 2 parts Sandalwood Essential Oil
Candy Cane Forest
- 4 parts Peppermint Essential Oil
- 3 parts Spearmint Essential Oil
- 2 parts Cinnamon Cassia Essential Oil
Fireside
- 3 parts Cedarwood Essential Oil
- 2 parts Frankincense Essential Oil
- 2 parts Cinnamon Cassia Essential Oil
- 2 parts Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Winter Woods
- 3 parts Fir Needle Essential Oil
- 2 parts Vetiver Essential Oil
- 2 parts Cedarwood Essential Oil
- 2 parts Wintergreen Essential Oil
Happy Solstice
- 3 parts Pine Essential Oil
- 3 parts Frankincense Essential Oil
- 2 parts Sweet Orange Essential Oil
- 1 part Clove Bud Essential Oil
Snowy Breeze
- 4 parts Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 3 parts Peppermint Essential Oil
- 3 parts Rosemary Essential Oil
Bergamot, Litsea and Grapefruit
- 3 parts Bergamot Essential Oil
- 3 parts Litsea Essential Oil
- 2 parts Grapefruit Essential Oil
Diffusing Safety
Essential oils are potent, concentrated oils, so follow a few safety practices when diffusing them.
- Do not diffuse continuously. Diffuse intermittently: 30 to 60 minutes on, then 30 to 60 minutes off.
- Become familiar with each essential oil you plan to use, and review the common safety practices for it.
- Always diffuse in a well ventilated area.
- Do not diffuse more essential oil than is recommended. A little goes a long way.
- Follow the specific instructions that come with your diffuser.
- Clean your diffuser regularly.
