How to Make Your Home Fragrance Mist with Essential Oils

Create beautifully scented, natural room sprays using herbs, flowers and simple ingredients.

If you’ve read our post on The Meaning Behind Cleansing Flowers and Herbs, you’ll know I have a thing for botanicals. Whether drying herbs from the garden, foraging in hedgerows, or playing with essential oil blends, I always look for slow, natural ways to bring fragrance into the home.

How to Make Your Home Fragrance Mist with Essential Oils

These DIY room sprays—or fragrance mists—are one of my favourite ways to do just that. They’re quick to make, easy to customise, and let you scent your space without the need for synthetic perfumes or aerosols. Think fresh laundry, calm evenings, wild meadows... bottled.

What You’ll Need to Make a Natural Room Mist

You only need a few ingredients, most of which you might already have:

• A small glass spray bottle (amber or clear – 50 to 100ml is perfect)

• Distilled or cooled boiled water

• Witch hazel, vodka or rubbing alcohol (this helps the oils disperse)

• Your favourite essential oils

• Optional: a few dried herbs or flowers, labels, and ribbon if giving as gifts

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Fill your spray bottle halfway with distilled water

2. Add 1–2 teaspoons of witch hazel or alcohol

3. Add 15–25 drops of essential oils (you can adjust to taste)

4. Shake well before each use

5. Label and store somewhere cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight

5 Home Fragrance Mist Recipes to Try

Each of these blends has been inspired by nature, emotion, and the seasons—true to the Simmer&Stir way of doing things. Below are my favourite combinations, each with its own character and mood.

Evening Haze

Lavender + Cedarwood + Chamomile

A calming mist for bedrooms or wind-down routines. Soft, herbal and gently floral.

Morning Meadow

Peppermint + Lemon + Eucalyptus

Bright and fresh—perfect for a kitchen spritz, workspace lift, or start to your day.

Soft Petals

Geranium + Ylang Ylang + Orange

A sweet and uplifting floral mist, ideal for linens, bathrooms, or simply welcoming spring.

Into the Forest

Pine + Vetiver + Clary SageEarthy and grounding—like a quiet walk through the woods. Lovely in colder months.

Sunlight & Citrus

Sweet Orange + Grapefruit + Frankincense

Zesty and light. A favourite for clearing the air after a tidy or refreshing shared space.

Tips for Best Results

• Always shake the bottle before each use

• Use a dark glass bottle if storing for longer than a week

• Add a pinch of salt or use a solubiliser if the oils and water separate too quickly

• These blends also make lovely gifts—wrap with twine and a handwritten label

Essential Oil Safety Notes

• Check that your oils are pet-safe (some, like tea tree or eucalyptus, aren’t suitable for cats or dogs)

• Always do a patch test before spraying on fabric

• Store away from heat or direct sunlight to preserve scent and quality

Printable Recipes

Want to keep these blends handy or share them with a friend?

👉 [Download the Home Fragrance Mist Recipe Card]

FAQs

1. Can I use tap water instead of distilled? Yes, but distilled or boiled water helps prevent bacterial growth.

2. What’s the point of adding alcohol or witch hazel? It helps the essential oils mix with the water and extends shelf life.

3. How long does a homemade spray last? It usually lasts 1–2 weeks without preservatives. Store it in the fridge to keep it fresher longer.

4. Can I use fragrance oils instead of essential oils? You can, but they’re synthetic and may not carry the same benefits or purity.

5. Are these safe to spray on pillows and linens? Please test a small patch first to ensure they don’t stain.