How to Make Body Spray

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Ever wanted some body spray, but either couldn't find that special scent, or couldn't afford it? Making your own is very easy. What's even better is that you can control what goes into your body spray. This means that you can customize it to your heart's desire, and come up with a truly unique fragrance. You can even add some shimmer with loose eyeshadow!

Method 1
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Making Simple Body Spray

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    Try to get a spray bottle that is made out of glass instead of plastic; essential oils can degrade plastic over time. Also, choose a blue or brown glass bottle to protect the oils from sunlight. [1]
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    Be sure to leave some room for your essential oils. [2] You can use filtered or distilled water, but do not use tap water.
    • If you have an unsteady hand, consider using a funnel to help you pour the water into the bottle.
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    Start with 40 to 45 drops for every 2 ounces (60 milliliters) of water. You can use all one scent, or you can experiment with different combinations. For example, lavender and grapefruit will give you a nice, refreshing scent. [3]
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    Your body spray is now ready to use. Keep in mind that the oils and water will separate naturally over time, so you will need to shake the bottle each time before you use it.
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Making Shimmering Body Spray

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    It would be best to use a glass bottle because it won't degrade over time. If you can't find one, then a good quality plastic bottle will do. [4]
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    This will make pouring in the ingredients easier and reduce spills.
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    [5] If you can't find any argan oil, or if you can't afford it, try jojoba oil instead. You can also use vegetable glycerin instead.
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    [6] The powder likely will get caught in the funnel, which is fine. The next step will resolve this.
    • Popular colors are white or bronze, but you can use any color you want.
    • Avoid using glitter. Even the finest glitter may clog up your spray bottle.
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    [7] This will help knock loose any eyeshadow/pigment powder that got caught in the mouth of the funnel. Make sure that you use distilled water and not tap water. If you can't find any, then you can use filtered water instead.
    • Tap water contains too many minerals, which can affect your spray, as well as shorten its shelf life.
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    If you still have room in your bottle, you can add fragrance with a few drops of essential oil. Essential oil is very strong, so you will only need about 20 to 25 drops.
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    Your shimmering body spray is now ready to use. The ingredients will settle over time, so you have to shake it before each use.
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Making Long-Lasting Body Spray

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    Try to get a glass spray bottle if you can, as essential oils have a tendency to degrade plastic bottles over time. If you can't find a glass spray bottle, use a high-quality plastic bottle instead.
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    This will make pouring the ingredients into the bottle easier.
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    If you can't find any distilled water, use filtered water instead. Do not use tap water because it contains too many minerals. These minerals may affect your body spray. [8]
    • For a twist, use 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) of rose hydrosol instead of water. It will make your body spray smell like roses. It is lighter and gentler than essential oil, and has some toning properties as well. [9]
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    This will act as a preservative, and help your body spray last longer. It will also help act as a binder, and prevent the essential oils from separating from the water. [10]
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    This will help act as a binder and thickener. It may also help make the scents last longer. [11] Glycerin also has some toning and moisturizing properties. [12]
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    You can use all one scent, or a combination of scents, such as: grapefruit, lime, and lemon. [13]
    • If you used rose hydrosol instead of water, you do not need to add any essential oils. [14]
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    At this point, your body spray is ready to use. Keep in mind that the ingredients may still separate. If that happens, simply shake your body spray before you use it.
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      • Use distilled water if you can. If you can't find any, use filtered water instead. Do not use tap water. It contains minerals, which may affect the spray. [15]
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      • Store your body spray in a glass bottle. If you can't find one, a high-quality plastic bottle will do. Look for something that says HDPE, #1, or #2 on the bottom. Stay away from thin, cheap plastic bottles; the essential oils will degrade the plastic. [16]
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      • Experiment with the scents.
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      Warnings

      • Avoid using citrus-based sprays if you plan on going outside. Citrus (including citrus essential oils) can make your skin extra sensitive to sunlight, and result in bad sunburns.
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      • Do not use these body sprays on your face, as the ingredients may irritate your eyes.
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      • If you experience burning, you might be allergic to the essential oil, and should wash the spray off immediately.
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      Things You'll Need

      Making Simple Body Spray

      • Spray bottle
      • Funnel (optional)
      • Distilled water
      • Essential oil

      Making Basic Body Spray

      • 2 to 3-ounce (60 to 90-milliliter) spray bottle
      • 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) distilled
      • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vodka or witch hazel
      • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vegetable glycerin (optional)
      • 15 to 20 drops essential oil

      Making Shimmering Body Spray

      • 5 to 6 ounce (150 to 180-milliliter) spray bottle
      • Funnel
      • 3 teaspoon argan oil
      • 2 teaspoon loose eyeshadow
      • 2 ounces (60 milliliters) distilled water
      • Essential oil (optional)



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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/HealthU/2020/01/21/all-about-essential-oils/
      2. ↑ http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/diy/diy-grapefruit-lavender-body-spray/
      3. ↑ http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/diy/diy-grapefruit-lavender-body-spray/
      4. ↑ http://yankeehomestead.com/plastic-bottles-safe-essential-oils/
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ioSFETbus4
      6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ioSFETbus4
      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ioSFETbus4
      8. ↑ http://happyhealthymama.com/diy-body-spray-with-essential-oils.html
      9. ↑ http://livesimply.me/2015/06/03/diy-rose-moisturizing-spray-toner-or-skin-freshener/
      1. ↑ http://happyhealthymama.com/diy-body-spray-with-essential-oils.html
      2. ↑ http://happyhealthymama.com/diy-body-spray-with-essential-oils.html
      3. ↑ http://livesimply.me/2015/06/03/diy-rose-moisturizing-spray-toner-or-skin-freshener/
      4. ↑ http://happyhealthymama.com/diy-body-spray-with-essential-oils.html
      5. ↑ http://livesimply.me/2015/06/03/diy-rose-moisturizing-spray-toner-or-skin-freshener/
      6. ↑ http://happyhealthymama.com/diy-body-spray-with-essential-oils.html
      7. ↑ http://yankeehomestead.com/plastic-bottles-safe-essential-oils/

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      You can make a variety of body sprays at home using a few simple ingredients. To make a simple body spray, start by filling a spray bottle most of the way with water. Then, add 40 to 45 drops of essential oil and shake the bottle to mix it up. Another way to make a body spray is to mix together 2 tablespoons distilled water, 1 tablespoon of witch hazel, 1 tablespoon of vegetable glycerin, and 15-20 drops of essential oil. You can use any essential oil you like, and you can even mix a few different ones to make a unique scent. Once you have all your ingredients mixed, pour them into a spray bottle and you’re ready to go! To learn how to make shimmery body spray, read on!

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