DIY Cooling Poolside Aroma Spray

This summer, are you planning on spending time by the pool?  As the temperatures rise, we’re all looking for that perfect way to stay cool. And guess what? Aromatherapy can do it. Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils, the aromatic extracts from plants, to improve your physical and emotional well-being. Think of it as nature’s way of giving you a big, refreshing hug.

So what are the best essential oils to help you feel cooler even on the hottest days? Try peppermint, eucalyptus, and rosemary! These scents are not just wonderfully invigorating; they also have cooling properties. The secret lies in their unique molecules. For instance, the menthol molecule in peppermint oil has a cooling effect on the skin and helps regulate your body temperature. Eucalyptus and rosemary oils contain compounds like eucalyptol and camphor, which work to stimulate your senses and balance your energy, making you feel refreshed and revitalized.

Imagine spritzing yourself with a mist that instantly cools you down and envelops you in a wave of soothing, refreshing aromas. Sounds dreamy, right? Making your own DIY aroma mist is super easy and totally customizable. Plus, it’s a natural way to beat the heat without relying on anything synthetic.

Keep reading to learn a simple recipe to create your own cooling aroma mist that you can take to the pool or the beach. Get ready to chill out with a refreshing and uplifting aromatherapy mist.

Here is a list of our top 5 cooling essential oils to use in your DIY Cooling Essential Oil Spray.

Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus limon) is expressed (squeezed) from the peel of the lemon fruit.  Its fresh, clean and bright aroma is instantly uplifting and can encourage us to feel calm and more relaxed. But it’s also loaded with a certain molecule that has been shown to help us feel more refreshed and cooled down.

Frankincense Essential Oil (Boswellia serrata). This particular species of frankincense essential oil is steam distilled from the resin of the frankincense tree that grows in India.  It has a distinctly different aromatic profile from the frankincense we are more familiar with from East Africa and Oman, but offers very similar benefits.  One of its most powerful healing properties is how it can help regulate our energy levels.

Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus officinalis) is steam distilled from the leaves of the common culinary herb that most use in cooking.  This essential oil is made up of molecules that have been shown to clear away the heavy foggy feeling we get when we are overheated and uncomfortable. It’s refreshing and revitalizing.

Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha piperita) is steam distilled from the leaves of the common peppermint plant. The essential oil is loaded with molecules that have a cooling and refreshing effect on our mind and body. It’s signature minty aroma helps us feel clear headed, calm and focused.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil (Eucalyptus globulus) is steam distilled from the leaves of the Eucalyptus tree native to Australia, this essential oil and it has been used for centuries to relieve all sorts of ailments, including pain, stuffy noses and clearer thinking.  But one of its most powerful benefits is helping us feel cooler and refreshed.

Here’s how to make your own homemade essential oil cooling spray

This recipe makes one 4 ounce bottle.

What you’ll need:

• Small digital scale
• Measuring cups and spoons, or glass beakers
• Stirrers, either metal or glass
• Small whisk
• One 4 ounce (approximately 100 grams) glass bottle with a dropper
• Blank Labels
• Parchment Paper
• Paper towel

Ingredients:

• 100 grams (about ½ cup of distilled water)
• 7 drops of Frankincense
• 4 drops of Eucalyptus
• 3 drops of Peppermint Oil
• 6 drops of Rosemary Oil
• 8 drops of Lemon Oil

Steps:

●       Before starting to make the recipe make sure the area where you will be blending is very clean.  That means wiping down counter spaces with rubbing alcohol and putting away any food items and extra clutter.  Once your counter space, or table top is clean, line the area with some parchment paper, pull your hair back and thoroughly wash your hands.

●       Set out your digital scale and all other blending tools so they are easy to grab when needed.

●       Bring out all of your ingredients so they are accessible.

●       Using your small digital scale, and measuring spoons, measure and weigh your distilled water and pour it into a beaker or a measuring cup.

●       Add all the essential oils into the beaker with the distilled water and stir well.

●       Next, pour the mixture into your 4-ounce glass bottle, insert the sprayer and tighten and shake the bottle vigorously.

●       Make up a name for your essential oil cooling spray recipe, and write the name and the ingredients on the label and attach the label to the bottle.

●       Always shake the bottle vigorously before spraying, and make sure to avoid your face and eyes.

Here are three benefits to use your DIY essential oil cooling spray recipe:

1. Instant Cooling and Hydration:

The combination of peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils in your cooling spray mist provides an immediate cooling sensation when applied to the skin. Peppermint contains menthol, which activates cold-sensitive receptors in the skin, giving you a refreshing chill. This helps lower your skin temperature, making you feel more comfortable and hydrated in the heat.

2. Enhanced Mental Clarity and Focus

Spending time outside in the heat can sometimes make you feel sluggish and mentally drained. The invigorating scents of rosemary and lemon essential oils in your mist can help combat this. Rosemary is known for its ability to improve cognitive function and mental clarity, while lemon uplifts the mood and enhances focus. Together, they create a revitalizing blend that keeps your mind sharp and alert.

3. Natural Stress Relief and Relaxation

Frankincense and eucalyptus essential oils are renowned for their calming and grounding properties. When you’re outside, especially in hot weather, the combination of these oils in your mist can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Frankincense has a soothing aroma that calms the mind and body, while eucalyptus supports deep breathing and relaxation. Using this mist not only cools you down but also helps you maintain a sense of calm and well-being.

Closing thoughts

Incorporating cooling essential oils and aromatherapy into your summer routine can transform hot days into refreshing, revitalizing experiences. Let the cooling benefits of natural scents like peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemon cool you down, so you can enjoy a healthier, more balanced summer even when the heat feels overwhelming.