DIY Aromatherapy: Creating Custom Blends To Manage Stress And Enhance Well-Being

The essential oils are naturally extracted from plants each having its unique properties. For eg. Lavender is used for relieving stress and well-being which helps you relax your mood, Peppermint is used for refreshment and sharpness, and eucalyptus releases tiredness from your body. (Image Source: Canva)

There is a concept of top, middle, and base notes when customizing any essential oil . Where top notes like lemon and peppermint, then middle notes like lavender, and base bote like sandalwood, etc are blended in a ratio formula called 3: 5:2.So top note 3 drops, 5 drops of middle note, and 2 drops of base note are mixed together to give a desired scent. (Image Source: Canva)

1. Choose Your Oils: Pick essential oils that match your specific needs. For stress relief, you can choose lavender, chamomile, and sandalwood. For an energizing blend, consider choosing peppermint, rosemary, and lemon. (Image Source: Canva)

2. Prepare Your Supplies: Get a dark glass bottle to protect essential oils from light, a dropper, and a carrier oil like jojoba or sweet almond oil to dilute the essential oils, and this will help prevent skin irritation. (Image Source: Canva)

3. Mix the Oils: The formula of 3:5:2 is the basis for blending essential oil start by adding base notes, ten middle notes followed by top notes. Fill the rest of the remaining quantity of the bottle with the carrier oil and shake gently to mix. (Image Source: Canva)

4. Test and Adjust: Put a small amount on your writs or a cotton ball and smell it. Adjust the blend by adding a few drops of any oil until you achieve the desired scent. (Image Source: Canva)

Usage Tips For instant stress relief, apply the blend on your pulse points, it's best to use a diffuser, or add a few drops to a warm bath. To enhance well-being, use your blend in daily routines, such as during your meditation or yoga or after coming from the office during evening relaxation. (Image Source: Canva)

Safety Considerations Before using any essential oil, it's best to do a patch test to check for any allergic reactions if any. Also never use it directly on your skin without mixing it with any carrier oil. If you are pregnant, nursing, or have any health issues then it's not advised to use any blend without doctor advice. (Image Source: Canva)

Inputs by: Ridhima Kansal, Director, Rosemoore (Image Source: Canva)