As the leaves turn and the temperatures drop, there's no better way to embrace the warmth and comfort of fall than by infusing your home with the inviting scents of essential oils. Let's get started capturing the essence of this beautiful season!
Before we give you the most delightful recipes, meet my top 5 essential oils/blends for the fall. There are so many wonderful scents to choose from but these are my favorites and the ones I use the most all season long :
If there was only one oil we could have in our arsenal, it would probably be Thieves. This blend of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils smells like a warm cup of chai and is a powerhouse when it comes to our health and our homes!
Thieves is THE oil for immune support. We're talking what you want to reach for daily to give your body a little extra boost and definitely what you want to reach for when your defenses start to go down. A quick PubMed search for the individual oils in this blend will have you convinced that these oils can be a powerful tool for our health!
Read more about how to use Thieves in your home HERE
Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
Cinnamon Bark essential oil has a warm, spicy aroma that is so inviting any time of year but especially during the Autumn Season! Cinnamon Bark cleanses the air, creates a warming sensation on the skin when applied topically, and contains antioxidants that help support the immune system and general wellness.
Read more about how to use Cinnamon Bark essential oil HERE
Vanilla Oleoresin
Vanilla is such a warm, inviting and happy oil. It has a luxuriously rich, slightly sweet scent that enhances the experience of virtually every other essential oil, both when used topically or aromatically! Vanilla extract is widely used in baking, perfume manufacturing and even aromatherapy, but many people don't realize the array of health benefits that come from using vanilla oil, even though it is not technically an essential oil. Young Living's Vanilla oleoresin is unique. It has an incredible scent and some wonderful health benefits!
Read more about how yo use Vanilla HERE
Orange Essential Oil
Orange essential oil has a sweet, bright aroma reminiscent of a blossoming orchard of orange trees. The scent is uplifting and just brings a smile to your face! It is the perfect addition to all your favorite fall diffuser combinations.
Orange essential oil is rich in limonene, making it supportive of the immune and circulatory systems as well as good for our bodies overall. Citrus oils are also known for stimulating creativity, so this is a great oil to diffuse while working or during homework.
Read more about Orange Essential Oil HERE
Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice season is here, and so is this new decadent Pumpkin Spice blend! Infused with notes of warm spice and sweet vanilla, this blend captures the cozy essence of autumn in every drop. It is an autumn must have! Made entirely from whole plant extracts, this blend captures the classic smell of rich spice and sweet vanilla from pumpkin pie in a way that's anything but basic. Now you can indulge in your favorite fall scent without the worry of harmful chemicals, messy wax, or matches. Treat yourself to the ultimate seasonal delight and make every day feel like a cozy autumn afternoon. This is the easy button for fall diffusing! Grab yours ASAP as it has a limited time availability.
Read more about how to use Pumpkin Spice essential oil HERE
Before we dive into our recipes, I'm sure you're wondering WHY we would bother using essential oils versus candles, plug ins, room sprays, wax melts, and ready made items from the local or box stores and is it worth the money? The main reason, synthetic scents. The rabbit hole is deep and never ending on this topic. Lucky for you I did that dive years ago and never looked back. I couldn't believe the ingredients that are in our store bought items. Cliff notes for oils vs synthetic scents:
Synthetic scents are full of endocrine disruptors which means it jacks up your hormones. Raise your hand if you're interested in yours or your kids hormones being jacked up just to make your home smell cozy? I'm sure you aren't, especially since there is an alternative that isn't just better, it's beneficial! Read more about the perks of diffusing below but simply getting synthetic scents out of all your smellies, laundry, and personal care items will change your life. No joke.
The cost? The cost, especially related to diffusing is much better than you think! A candle from your favorite candle store averages $30 for a 22oz jar with a burn time of 110 hours (that's the BIG jar). Let's break down a few favorite essential oil singles and blends to see how much cheaper it is to diffuse!
Lavender 15ml
$27.25
250 drops
6 drops in a diffuser that runs for 10 hours = 66 cents
You can diffuse that bottle of lavender approximately 40 times
Hours of diffusing = 400
Thieves 15ml
$39.25
250 drops
6 drops in a diffuser that runs for 10 hours = 96 cents
You can diffuse that bottle of thieves approximately 40 times
Hours of diffusing = 400
Pumpkin Spice 10ml
$35
180 drops
6 drops in a diffuser that runs for 10 hours = 1.14 cents
You can diffuse that bottle of pumpkin spice approximately 30 times
Hours of diffusing = 300
There really isn't any good reason to stick with synthetic scents. Read more about the dangers of synthetic scents HERE
Now grab your oils and get ready to make a few things to get your home smelling cozy:
The easy buttons in the fall are Pumpkin Spice and Thieves essential oil blends. They naturally smell like autumn. But what if you want to create your own scents? Try these, you won't be disappointed.
DIFFUSING AT A GLANCE
Makes your space smell amazing
An easy habit for anyone to start at any time
A great alternative to scented candles and wall plugs (which are full of toxins!)
Benefits many needs - mood, respiration, focus, immunity, cleansing, sleep and more
Supports overall health and a low-tox lifestyle
There are three major ways to use essential oils - topically (on the skin), ingesting and aromatically (diffusing, inhaling from the bottle). We often choose the method of diffusing (or inhaling) over topical or ingesting because it is extremely effective for:
- Emotions
- Mental Support
- Respiratory Support
- Rest & Relaxation
Cliff notes version: Breathing our oils has the potential to make us happier, healthier, and more focused!
Want more than cliff notes? Read all about the benefits of diffusing HERE
Need more fall diffuser blends? Grab them
Create a quick and easy room spray to refresh your space instantly by combining essential oils, 1 TBSP witch hazel or vodka, and water in a 4oz spray bottle.
Apple Cinnamon
10 drops of Stress Away
10 drops of Thieves
5 drops of Lemon
Pumpkin Spice
15 drops of Thieves
10 drops of Vanilla
5 drops of Orange
Ingredients:
2 Tablespoons of Unscented Liquid Castile Soap
Distilled or filtered water
1 Tablespoon Fractionated Coconut Oil
1 teaspoon Vitamin E Oil (optional)
8 oz Soap Dispenser or Foaming Pump Dispenser
Instructions:
1. Put 2 tablespoons of liquid castile soap into your empty 8 oz soap dispenser. You can use more soap if you have a very large dispenser, or cut the recipe in ½ if you have a smaller container.
2. Add essential oils (20-25 drops)
3. Add your fractionated coconut oil and vitamin E oil if you choose. These will help leave your hands feeling silky smooth. (You can substitute sweet almond oil or other favorite carrier oil)
4. Fill the dispenser with filtered or distilled water making sure you save room for the pump parts.
5. Secure the pump to the bottle.
6. Gently shake to mix everything together.
7. Use 1 or 2 pumps to wash your hands.
spicy chai
15 drops cardamom essential oil
3 drops cinnamon essential oil
5 drops vanilla essential oil
Fall Foliage
6 drops cypress essential oil
8 drops bergamot essential oil
6 drops orange essential oil
4 drops frankincense essential oil
Thieves essential oil is one of Young Living's most popular products, and for great reason. This powerhouse blend has some incredible health benefiting properties. One sniff (or quick PubMed search!) is all it takes to fall in love with Thieves, and we are so glad that this essential oil blend is infused into our favorite household staple - Thieves Household Cleaner! It is the perfect, versatile go-to for all your cleaning needs for a happy, healthy home. This Young Living exclusive includes only plant-based and naturally derived ingredients to effectively clean your home without taking synthetic shortcuts or using potentially harsh ingredients. Plus, the concentrated formula means that one 14.4oz bottle makes 20 spray bottles of standard cleaner! Read more about Thieves Household Cleaner HERE
It already smells like fall thanks to the blend of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils but if you want to "spice" it up this season, here are my favorite recipes:
Pumpkin Spice Thieves Cleaner
16oz glass spray bottle
1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
10 drops each Orange, Cinnamon Bark essential oils
5 drops each Ginger, Clove, Nutmeg essential oils
Fill with distilled water
Falling Leaves Thieves Cleaner
16oz glass spray bottle
1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
10 drops each Tangerine, Northern Lights Black Spruce, Bergamot essential oils
5 drops Patchouli essential oil
Fill with distilled water
Caramel Apple Thieves Cleaner
16oz glass spray bottle
1-2 capfuls Thieves Household Cleaner
10 drops each Bergamot, Cinnamon Bark, Stress Away essential oils
5 drops each Nutmeg, Tangerine essential oils
Fill with distilled water
Spiced Pumpkin Soup
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 drop Young Living Ginger Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Young Living Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions:
1. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
2. Stir in the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and add Ginger and Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oils.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Blend until smooth and enjoy a cozy bowl of warmth.
Autumn Apple Crisp
Ingredients:
- 4 cups thinly sliced apples
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 drop Young Living Cinnamon Bark Vitality essential oil
- 1 drop Young Living Lemon Vitality essential oil
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine sliced apples, Cinnamon Bark, and Lemon Vitality essential oils. Toss well.
3. Spread apples in a baking dish.
4. In another bowl, mix oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, and coconut oil until crumbly.
5. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown.
7. Serve warm and savor the essence of fall.
Harvest Spiced Cider
Ingredients:
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 drops Young Living Clove Vitality essential oil
- 2 drops Young Living Orange Vitality essential oil
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine apple cider, Clove, and Orange Vitality essential oils.
2. Add the cinnamon stick and star anise.
3. Heat over low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour into mugs and enjoy the fragrant warmth.
These recipes are sure to bring comfort and joy to your fall gatherings. Share them with friends and family, and soak in the cozy ambiance of the season.
Create delightful DIY projects that capture the essence of this beautiful season:
Warm Vanilla and Chai Sugar Scrub
Pamper yourself with a seasonal sugar scrub:
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of fractionated coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 10 drops of Cardamom
- 5 drops of Ginger
Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight container for a refreshing fall treat!
Leafy Linen Sachets
Freshen up your linens and drawers with these aromatic sachets:
- Small muslin bags
- Dried lavender flowers
- 5 drops of Lavender
- 5 drops of Eucalyptus Radiata
Add the ingredients to the bag, drawstring it closed, and tuck it wherever you want a gentle fall fragrance.
DIY Scented Pine Cones
This is a fun one because you get yourself outside and collect pinecones in various shapes and sizes. If you have kids they will love doing this with you!
- Preheat oven to 200°
- Line an old baking sheet with aluminum foil
- Place pinecones on baking sheet
- Bake pinecones for 30 minutes
- Remove from oven and let cool completely
- In a ceramic, glass or stainless bowl add pinecones, then add essential oils of your choice about 30 total drops. Seal the bowl & shake so that the oils soak into the pinecones. Leave the bowl in a cool dark place for at least one week. The longer you can leave the bowl covered the better your pinecones will be scented.
- Now they are ready to be displayed on your favorite tray!
Get more fall DIY recipes HERE
For over 8 years I've dug in, learned, made changes and began educating others how beneficial essential oils can be when you add them to your daily routine. Whether you just want to toss the candles and begin diffusing or you are ready to go all in and ditch the toxins for safer products, I am here to help.
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