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12 Essential Oil Blends You Need To Try Diffusing

We’ve all done it. You walk back into your home, returning back from a trip to Target or just running a few errands. Your space sure smells good. But why? You left your candle on! There’s nothing worse than leaving a candle burning while you are away but you will enjoy the scent that is burned off. Our favorite alternative to burning candles is essential oils! Not only can you make your home smell super yummy, but it is safer in your surroundings. Here are 12 essential oil blends you need to try diffusing!

1. Kitchen Fresh Blend

After cleaning the kitchen after a delicious meal, the next and final step to your kitchen clean-up is lighting a candle. In this case, light up your essential oil diffuser and diffuse this essential oil blend to keep your kitchen fresh.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Lemon oil
  • 3 drops of Thieves oil
  • 3 drops of Citrus Fresh oil

Set up your diffuser and enjoy the freshness in your kitchen brought to you by this essential oil blend.

2. Exercise Motivation Blend

Whether you are a morning person or a night owl when it comes to your workouts, finding motivation can be hard. It can be so much easier to just stay in bed or on the couch than to get sweaty. This exercise motivation essential oil blend will have you feeling motivated and strong for your next workout! Get moving, girl!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Bergamont oil
  • 2 drops of Peppermint oil
  • 2 drops of Grapefruit oil

3. Mellow Out Blend

Sometimes things can get hectic and out of hand. Work deadlines, maintaining a social life, friends, family, relationships, it is all exhausting! You need to calm the thoughts in your head and just mellow out! Take a break with this essential oil blend and sit back and relax!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Rosemary oil
  • 2 drops of Lavender oil
  • 2 drops of Orange oil
  • 1 drop of Peppermint oil

4. Liquid Sleep Blend

Falling asleep can feel like an entire process sometimes! Trying to shut off your brain to catch some zzz’s is exhausting in itself and you are losing precious hours of sleep by doing it. Use this essential oil blend to help you fall asleep faster and get to sleep!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 5 drops of Lavender oil
  • 3 drops of Vetiver oil
  • 2 drops of Frankincense oil
  • 2 drops of Cedarwood oil

5. Cough and Cold Stopper Blend

A little scratch in your throat can lead to something more dramatic than you are wanting. Stop the scratch in your throat and any other cold symptoms with this cough and cold stopper essential oil blend! Either diffuse it in your diffuser or rub it into your chest and neck for some relief!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 4 drops of Eucalyptus oil
  • 3 drops of Peppermint oil
  • 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil
  • 1 drop of Lemon oil

6. Happy Unicorn Blend

Just like the name, this essential oil blend will have you feeling like a happy unicorn! If you need a little pep in your step and a little pick me up, this blend is perfect for creating a happy and uplifting environment.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Lime oil
  • 1 drop of Grapefruit oil
  • 1 drop of Ylang Ylang oil
  • 1 drop of Spearmint oil
  • 1 drop of Orange oil

7. Oatmeal Cookie Blend

Sometimes you are just wanting the scent of fresh-baked cookies but without the work of making the cookies! This essential oil blend is similar to all of your favorite B&BW candles without the fear of leaving it burning.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Orange oil
  • 2 drops of Cedarwood oil
  • 2 drops of Cassia oil

8. Work Flow Blend

Let’s go, girl boss! If you are needing some motivation to put your head down and get some work down, this essential oil blend is perfect for tackling your to-do list. If you are working from home or at the office, you will still find a way to enjoy this blend.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

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  • 2 drops of Grapefruit oil
  • 1 drop of Lemongrass oil
  • 1 drop of Eucalyptus oil

9. Room Freshening Blend

To create a fresh and clean environment, this essential oil blend is perfect for that! Whether the room is stuffy or just needs a little uplifting energy, we love these oils for cleaning and freshening the air!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 2 drops of Lavender oil
  • 2 drops of Cedarwood Oil
  • 2 drops of Tea Tree Oil
  • 2 drops of Orange Oil

10. Warm Apple Pie Blend

The perfect blend for a cool fall day, this essential oil blend will have you craving a slice of pie! We think that this blend will create a warm and inviting environment that will have everyone fooled with your baking skills.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Ginger oil
  • 2 drops of Cinnamon oil
  • 2 drops of Clove oil

11. Allergy Relief Blend

Do the sniffles have you feeling down? Look no further than this allergy relief essential oil blend! Diffuse these essential oils with a diffuser or by wearing them on your skin to take in all of the great benefits.

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 3 drops of Lavender oil
  • 3 drops of Peppermint oil
  • 3 drops of Lemon oil

12. Woodlands Blend

To create a welcoming environment, we love this essential oil blend for inviting fellowship in your space. With these deep and woody oils, you will be dreaming of nature in your own home!

You will need your diffuser, some distilled water, and:

  • 4 drops of Sandalwood oil
  • 3 drops of Frankincense oil
  • 3 drops of Patchouli oil
  • 2 drops of Eucalyptus oil

Do you use essential oils or candles? Which essential oil blend is your favorite to diffuse at home? Share with us in the comments below! Remember to always be cautious about diffusing oils around your furry friends!

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Gabrielle Perales

English and Media Strategies student at Texas Tech University, lover of coffee, running, and houseplants.

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