How To Make a Reed Diffuser and Best Essential Oil Refills
Learn how to make a reed diffuser and best essential oil refills. If you’ve ever walked into a room and been instantly soothed by a subtle, refreshing aroma, chances are you’ve experienced the calming effect of a reed diffuser.
Yield: 1 reed diffuser
Cost: 3
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Equipment
Clean glass bottle with a narrow opening
5–7 rattan reeds, reed sticks, or bamboo skewers
Optional: Small funnel for easy pouring
Materials
- ¼ cup carrier oil
- 20-30 drops essential oil or fragrance oils
Instructions
How To Make Reed Diffuser Essential Oil Refills
Step 1: Choose the Right Carrier Oil
- Pick a popular carrier oil like grapeseed oil or sweet almond oil. These have a thin consistency and offer a long shelf life, making them a perfect choice for diy reed diffuser blends.¼ cup carrier oil
Step 2: Add Your Essential or Fragrance Oils
- Use around 20–30 drops of essential oil. For a balanced blend:20-30 drops essential oil
- Top notes. citrus oils like lemon or bergamot (bright and sharp)
- Middle notes. lavender or geranium (floral scents)
- Base notes. earthy scents like black pepper or patchouli
Step 3: Mix and Pour
- In a small bowl or jar, mix your oils at room temperature. Use a funnel to pour the liquid into your diffuser container.
Step 4: Insert the Reeds
- Place 5–7 diffuser reeds or reed diffuser sticks into the bottle. After an hour, flip the reeds to begin the diffusion process.
Notes
Custom Scent Ideas for Homemade Reed Diffusers
- Floral Blend. Lavender, geranium, and bergamot with apricot kernel oil
- Citrus Refresh. Lemon, grapefruit, and rosemary with fractioned coconut oil
- Earthy Calm. Patchouli, black pepper, and rosehip oil
- Clean Home Scent. Tea tree, peppermint, and eucalyptus in grapeseed oil