Making Your Own Essential Oil Perfume
Making your own essential oil perfume at home is a fun, creative way to enjoy natural fragrance without the chemicals found in many store-bought perfumes. If you love essential oils and want something that feels personal, smells amazing, and connects you to nature, DIY perfume is a great place to start.
Australia is home to some truly beautiful and unique essential oils, and when you use local oils from places like Australia, your essential oil perfume becomes even more special. In this post, we’ll walk through how to create a simple Australian-inspired essential oil perfume using oils like Australian Sandalwood, Byron Bay Rose, Boronia, and other native oils from Essentially Australia.
Why Make an Essential Oil Perfume?
An essential oil perfume is a natural alternative to traditional perfume. Instead of synthetic fragrances and alcohol, you’re using pure plant oils blended into a gentle carrier oil. This makes essential oil perfume kinder to the skin and perfect for people who are sensitive to strong scents.
Another great thing about essential oil perfume is that you can customise it completely. You control how strong it is, what it smells like, and how it makes you feel. Some people love fresh and citrusy scents, while others prefer floral or warm, woody blends.
Australian Essential Oils for Natural Perfume
Australia has an incredible range of native plants that make stunning essential oils for perfume. These oils add depth and character you won’t find anywhere else.
Australian Sandalwood
Australian Sandalwood is one of the most popular base oils in essential oil perfume. It has a soft, woody aroma that helps the scent last longer on the skin. It also blends well with almost everything, making it a great starting point for beginners.
Byron Bay Rose
Byron Bay Rose adds a gentle, classic floral note to your essential oil perfume. It’s not overpowering and gives your blend a soft, comforting feel. Rose is often used as the heart of a perfume and pairs beautifully with sandalwood and citrus oils.
Boronia
Boronia is a very special Australian floral oil. It’s rich, warm, and slightly sweet, with a unique scent that really stands out. Because it’s strong, only a drop or two is needed in an essential oil perfume, but it adds a beautiful depth that makes your blend feel extra special.
Other Australian Essential Oils
You can also experiment with other Australian oils from Essentially Australia, such as Blue Cypress and Rose Myrtle. These work well as grounding base notes and fresh top notes in your essential oil perfume.
Understanding Simple Perfume Blending
A balanced essential oil perfume usually has three layers:
- Top notes – Light, fresh oils you smell first (like Lemon Myrtle)
- Middle notes – The main body of the scent (floral oils like Byron Bay Rose and Boronia)
- Base notes – Deeper oils that last the longest (resinous or woody oils like Australian Sandalwood and Northern Sandalwood)
You don’t need to overthink this. It’s just a helpful guide when blending.
Choosing a Carrier Oil
Choosing the right carrier oil is an important part of making an essential oil perfume, as it affects how the perfume feels on your skin and how the scent develops. A great option is Macadamia oil, which is lightweight, fast-absorbing, and has little to no scent of its own. This means it won’t interfere with your essential oil perfume and allows the aroma of your essential oils to shine through. Macadamia oil is also nourishing and gentle on the skin, making it ideal for everyday wear and especially suitable for roller perfumes.
Easy DIY Australian Essential Oil Perfume Recipe
What You’ll Need:
- 10ml glass roller bottle
- Macadamia oil from Essentially Australia
- Essential oils from Essentially Australia
Simple Blend Example:
- 4 drops Australian Sandalwood
- 3 drops Byron Bay Rose
- 2 drops Boronia (3% in Jojoba)
- 1 drop Lemon Myrtle
How to Make It:
- Add the essential oils to your roller bottle.
- Top up with Macadamia oil
- Gently roll the bottle between your hands to mix.
- Let your essential oil perfume sit for a day or two before using.
Test it on your wrist and see how it smells on your skin. You can always tweak the blend next time.
Tips for Making Your Own Essential Oil Perfume
- Less is more, especially with strong oils like Boronia
- Keep track of what you use so you can remake your favourite blends
- Let your essential oil perfume rest for a few days for the scent to develop
- Store away from heat and sunlight to keep it fresh
Why Choose Essentially Australia?
When making an essential oil perfume, quality matters. Essentially Australia is a Byron Bay plantation based essential oil business that focuses on pure, high-quality Australian oils. Using locally sourced oils means your perfume smells more natural and true to the plant, and you’re supporting Australian growers and distillers at the same time.
Create an Essential Oil Perfume That’s Truly Yours
DIY Australian essential oil perfume is all about experimenting and enjoying the process. Whether you’re drawn to the grounding scent of Australian Sandalwood, the softness of Byron Bay Rose, or the rich warmth of Boronia, each blend tells its own story.
An essential oil perfume doesn’t have to be complicated. With a few beautiful Australian oils and a little creativity, you can create a natural fragrance you’ll love wearing every day.
Essential Oil Perfume Safety
Essential oils are highly concentrated, so always dilute them properly in a carrier oil like our Macadamia oil before applying to the skin. Do a small patch test first to check for sensitivity, especially if you have sensitive skin or are new to essential oil perfume. Avoid using essential oils on broken skin and keep perfumes away from the eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a medical condition, seek advice from a qualified professional before use. Store essential oils and finished perfumes out of reach of children and away from heat and sunlight.
