This holiday season, consider skipping perfume or cologne when attending gatherings. Many people are sensitive to strong scents (like me!), which may cause migraines and other undesirable symptoms. But the reality is that synthetic fragrances often contain harmful, hormone disrupting chemicals formaldehyde releasers.
Instead, opt for natural body care products with light, plant-based scents—or go fragrance-free! It’s a thoughtful way to keep the air fresh and everyone comfortable while staying toxin-free.
I completely understand that not everyone wants to go completely scent-free—sometimes, a lovely aroma can feel like a little luxury. That’s why I’ve got the perfect solution for you! Here’s a quick and easy recipe for a beautiful, toxin-free perfume that you can customize with your favorite scents. It’s simple, natural, and oh-so-delightful!
- 2 tbsp organic jojoba oil or liquid coconut oil
- 10 drops lavender essential oil
- 5 drops sweet orange essential oil
- 3 drops vanilla essential oil (optional for a warm touch)
- Small glass roller bottle (10 mL size works perfectly. I use these ones.)
- Pour the jojoba or coconut oil into the roller bottle.
- Add your essential oils. Feel free to adjust the number of drops to suit your scent preference!
- Secure the roller ball and cap, then gently shake to combine.
- Apply to pulse points like your wrists, neck, or behind your ears for a subtle, natural fragrance.
- For a fresh, uplifting scent, try lemon and rosemary.
- For a floral blend, mix rose, jasmine, and bergamot.
- For something grounding, go with sandalwood, patchouli, and cedarwood.
Enjoy your signature scent, free of synthetic chemicals!
Hey Joy, how do you keep your home smelling fresh? Thank you, Melanie
ReplyWe only use beeswax or scent-free candles and we have a really good quality air purifier that runs 24/7. We also open the windows to get fresh air to keep the microbiome in our home healthy.