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description: Making Botanical Perfumes & Colognes
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# Making Botanical Perfumes & Colognes

Did you know that many perfumes and colognes are manufactured using synthetic chemicals, even petroleum? Many of these ingredients have never been studied for cosmetic use, a scary thought. But the good news is that we can easily create our own [perfumes and colognes](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/catalog/aromatherapy/aroma-oils) from natural ingredients.

True, these fragrances will need to be reapplied more often than their synthetic counterparts, but we can rest easy knowing what's inside the bottle. Plus, many of the [botanicals](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/catalog/herbs/bulk) used in handcrafted aroma recipes can be beneficial for our everyday wellness, from grounding to uplifting, calming to balancing. Tuck a bottle of a relaxing blend into your purse or desk drawer for stressful situations or an energizing blend for afternoons that drag.

Below are several blends that I have experimented with, but feel free to concoct your own special recipes. The options are endless!

[![DIY botanical perfumes and colognes](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/cologne-1.jpg?width=450&height=563&name=cologne-1.jpg)](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/)

## Orange Spice Cologne

A warming, spicy, and exotic blend that will lift spirits, invigorate senses, and alleviate tension. The aroma is delightfully reminiscent of chai.

**Ingredients:**

- 1 organic [cinnamon stick](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cinnamon-sweet-sticks/profile)
- 25 organic [whole cardamom pods](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cardamom-pods/profile)
- 15 organic [cloves](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cloves-whole-organic-and-fair-trade/profile)
- 1 organic [vanilla bean](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/vanilla-bean-whole/profile), cut into small pieces
- Zest from 1 fresh organic orange
- 8 oz vodka

**Directions:**

1. Crush spices in a mortar and pestle.
2. Combine with vanilla bean pieces, orange zest, and vodka in a glass jar.
3. Cap tightly and shake once or more per day.
4. After 2-6 weeks, strain the spices and pour the infused liquid into a glass bottle with a mister top. Simply add more spices if you desire a stronger cologne.

## Citrus Cologne

A fresh citrusy scent with herbal notes, this uplifting aroma is stimulating and revitalizing.

**Ingredients:**

- Zest from 1 fresh organic lemon
- Zest from 1 fresh organic grapefruit
- Organic essential oil of choice; I like [basil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/basil-essential-oil/profile), [chamomile](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chamomile-essential-oil/profile), [lavender](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/lavender-40-42-essential-oil/profile), or [peppermint](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/peppermint-essential-oil/profileq)
- 8 oz vodka

**Directions:**

1. Combine citrus zests in a glass jar and add vodka until the liquid rises above the peel zest by at least 1”.
2. Cap tightly and shake once or more per day.
3. After 2-6 weeks, strain out the citrus peels and pour the resulting cologne into a glass bottle with a mister top.
4. Add 2 drops of essential oil for each tablespoon of finished cologne.
5. Add more essential oil if you desire a stronger cologne.

## Fresh Floral Cologne

This relaxing cologne can be made with fresh blossoms straight from the garden! The flowers uplift your spirits.

**Ingredients:**

- Fresh or dried organic [rose petals](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/red-roses/profile)
- Fresh or dried organic [chamomile flowers](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chamomile-flowers/profile)
- Fresh or dried organic [lavender flowers](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/lavender-english-flowers/profile)
- Vodka

**Directions:**

1. Combine all ingredients in a glass jar and add vodka until the liquid rises above the flowers by at least 1”.
2. Cap tightly and shake once or more per day.
3. After 2-6 weeks, strain the flowers and pour the resulting cologne into a glass bottle with mister top.

[![Glass bottles full of woodland perfume surrounded by pine boughs on a table](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/perfume-1.jpg?width=450&name=perfume-1.jpg "Glass bottles full of woodland perfume surrounded by pine boughs on a table")](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/catalog/containers)

## Woodland Perfume

I love this blend! It truly smells like the forest. Uplifting, grounding, meditative, and comforting.

**Ingredients:**

- 4 drops organic [spruce essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/spruce-essential-oil/profile)
- 2 drops organic [fir needle essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/fir-needle-essential-oil/profile)
- 2 drops organic [cedarwood essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cedarwood-atlas-essential-oil/profile)
- 1 drop organic [vetiver essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/vetiver-essential-oil/profile)
- 1 drop organic [bergamot essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/bergamot-essential-oil/profile)
- 1 oz organic [jojoba oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/jojoba-oil/profile)

**Directions:**

1. Drip all essential oils into a glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils.
2. Add jojoba oil and roll again.
3. Add additional essential oils if you desire a stronger perfume, but be careful not to exceed [recommended dilution ratios](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/dilutions-conversions?hsLang=en-us).

## Sweet Summer Perfume

A relaxing and warming blend reminiscent of summer, with a lightly floral aroma complemented by hints of spice and cedar. A great lift-me-up during the cold and dark winter months!

**Ingredients:**

- 10 drops organic [lavender essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/lavender-40-42-essential-oil/profile)
- 5 drops organic [chamomile essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chamomile-essential-oil/profile)
- 4 drops organic [cardamom essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cardamom-essential-oil/profile)
- 1 drop organic [cedarwood essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cedarwood-atlas-essential-oil/profile)
- 1 drop organic [rose geranium essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/geranium-essential-oil/profile)
- 2 oz organic [jojoba oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/jojoba-oil/profile)

**Directions:**

1. Drip all essential oils into a glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils.
2. Add jojoba oil and roll again.
3. Add additional essential oils if you desire a stronger perfume, but be careful not to exceed [recommended dilution ratios](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/dilutions-conversions?hsLang=en-us).

## Refreshing Perfume

This blend is rejuvenating, uplifting, energizing, and stimulating.

- 13 drops organic [peppermint essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/peppermint-essential-oil/profile)
- 13 drops organic [rosemary essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/rosemary-essential-oil/profile)
- 5 drops organic [lemon essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/lemon-essential-oil/profile)
- 5 drops organic [sage essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/sage-common-essential-oil/profile)
- 5 drops organic [juniper berry essential oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/juniper-berry-essential-oil/profile)
- 4 oz organic [jojoba oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/jojoba-oil/profile)

1. Drip all essential oils into a glass bottle and roll between palms to evenly mix the oils.
2. Add jojoba oil and roll again.
3. Add additional essential oils if you desire a stronger perfume, but be careful not to exceed [recommended dilution ratios](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/dilutions-conversions?hsLang=en-us).

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Please leave a comment to share your own perfume and cologne recipes, we'd love to hear about them!

 

### Looking for more invigorating diy scents?

## [Make Your Own Natural Perfume Oils!](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/essential-oil-roll-on-perfume?hsLang=en-us)

 

 

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Irene's extensive experience with herbal products and DIY recipes goes back to 1997, and since 2012 she’s owned her own skincare business, Fawn Lily Botanica, where she specializes in botanical-based facial care products. Irene’s recipes have been featured in local and national publications including the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) Journal, Amaze Magazine, Willow and Sage magazine, MaryJanesFarm Magazine and Newsletter, Earth First Journal, Farming Magazine, Eugene Magazine, and the Eugene Weekly. Irene also served as a member of the Board of Directors for nonprofit Cascadia Wildands from 2013-2016.

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