Here, author, photographer and blogger Jen Chillingsworth shows how the best reed diffusers can be made at home. ‘A simple and effective way to scent your home is to make your own reed diffuser using essential oils,’ says Jen. ‘These diffusers can be safely left to release a gentle fragrance over time. Citrus oils are ideal as they have a light scent that is both fresh and reviving. Alternatively, lavender is relaxing and perfect for bedrooms.’
How to make a reed diffuser
Reed diffusers are one of the best ways to make your home smell nice. Below, we take you through the simple process of making a reed diffuser. This will make one reed diffuser bottle, but you can easily multiply the ingredients to make more, adjusting the reed diffuser oil mix as you go to suit the spaces. You will need:
1. Rinse the reed diffuser bottle
Wash the bottle in warm, soapy water. Rinse, then leave to air dry.
2. Make the reed diffuser oil
Pour the almond oil into the bottle. Add 30 drops of your chosen essential oil or blend.
3. Insert a single reed
Using the scissors, remove the pointy end from each bamboo skewer. Insert one bamboo skewer into the bottle and stir to combine.
4. Put in the remaining skewers
Pop the remaining skewers into the bottle and leave for several hours.
5. Display the finished result
Lift all three skewers out, turn them upside down and place the unscented ends into the bottle, leaving the scented ends on display.
6. Repeat and refresh
Repeat this last step every two to three days. Refresh the oil and essential oils once a month.
How do you make reed diffuser oil?
Mix favorite blends, such as chamomile and orange, eucalyptus and lemon, rose geranium and lavender, rosemary, sage and lavender with your carrier oil until you have the right fragrance blend and strength to suit your senses.
What is the best carrier oil for reed diffusers?
Author of Green Living Jen Chillingsworth recommends using sweet almond oil as the best carrier oil for reed diffusers, though you can also use fractioned coconut oil or safflower oil.
