Blending essential oils for your diffuser is a simple way to create exactly the scent and atmosphere that suits you. By following a few basic rules, you can avoid your blend becoming too heavy, too sharp or, conversely, too bland. This allows you to experiment with pure oils at home at your leisure and discover which combinations feel right for you.<\/p>\n
Whether you prefer fresh citrus, soft floral notes or warm woody scents: a good blend starts with balance. Below, you can read about how to mix essential oils in a diffuser, how many drops are usually pleasant, and which combinations work well together.<\/p>\n
Keep it simple to begin with. Two or three oils are usually more than enough to create a lovely fragrance combination. If you work with too many scents at once, it becomes harder to distinguish what each oil contributes.<\/p>\n
A useful rule of thumb is to start with a base note and add one supporting or softening scent to it. Think, for example, of lemon with lavender, or peppermint with eucalyptus. You can then make small adjustments until the blend feels better balanced.<\/p>\n
The right amount depends on your diffuser, the capacity of the water reservoir and how strong the oils smell. For a small or medium-sized diffuser, it\u2019s usually best to start off gently. You can always add an extra drop, but too much oil can quickly make the scent overpowering.<\/p>\n
As a practical starting point, you could follow this advice:<\/p>\n