Diwali is a significant festival in Indian culture, especially in the northern states. As the festival is nearing, many people have already begun making preparations for the carnival of lights. There is a chill in the air, the prospect of a big family gathering, the preparations for Rangoli patterns and home decorations, and the aromas emanating from the kitchen are just too delicious. What’s more, you can make your home smell as good as it looks with the use of pure, refreshing essential oils!

• Lavender

With its soft and pleasant notes, lavender essential oil acts as a natural deodorant/perfume, and you can use its soothing fragrance for multiple purposes.

Benefits of using lavender essential oil

Lavender oil calms the nerves and transports you to a peaceful state. According to a 2005 Australian University study, lavender oil has been traditionally favoured for its antidepressant, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and carminative properties. Using lavender essential oil may even help de-stress your nerves.

How to use lavender essential oil

• Take a glass/plastic spray bottle. 
• Add 100ml filtered water, 100ml rubbing alcohol or vodka, and 15-20 drops of organic lavender oil. 

And your DIY natural essential lavender oil home spray is ready!

• Tea Tree

Tree tea oil is known for its antimicrobial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory benefits. The richness of this oil assists in numerous ways. 

Benefits of tea tree oil

The fresh, soothing aroma of tea tree oil also helps in aromatherapy. Its lingering calming fragrance is pleasant and assists relaxation. If you are allergic to strong scents, you can easily use tea tree oil as an organic room freshener.

How to use tea tree oil

• Take a glass/plastic spray bottle.
• Add 100ml filtered water, 100ml alcohol or vodka, 15-20 drops of pure tea tree oil

You’re all set to revitalise your home with this DIY natural essential tea tree oil spray!

• Lemongrass

The powerful yet soothing citrus scent extracted from the stalks and leaves of the tropical plant makes it a sought-after essence in soaps, perfumes, scented candles, and so on. 

Benefits of lemongrass oil

It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and antibacterial properties. Lemongrass has been proven to naturally relieve headaches, migraine aches, stress, anxiety, and other aches. So what’s better than smelling lemongrass every day in your home?

How to use lemongrass oil

• Take a glass spray bottle.
• Add 100ml filtered water, 50ml alcohol or vodka, 50ml liquid dish soap, 15-20 drops of pure lemongrass essential oil. 

That’s it: let your home feel like a calming space with this DIY natural essential lemongrass oil spray.

• Jasmine

As Indians, we love the fragrance of jasmine. Jasmine has a revitalising, delicate yet potent scent. Reminiscent of evening prayers at temples and traditional courtyards, generations of people favour this fragrance. No wonder it reminds so many of home!

Benefits of jasmine essential oil

Jasmine has antidepressant properties and can improve moods and raise energy levels, as mentioned in the book Aromatherapy and its Benefits (2021). Imagine your home adorned with such a soothing scent! Jasmine oil has many antiseptic and antispasmodic benefits as well.