Quick and Easy (Last-Minute) DIY Gifts to Delight and De-Stress
by Liz Fulcher, Aromatherapy Educator and Podcast Host
Hello Friends!
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the quest for thoughtful gifts. But what if you could skip the last-minute store runs and craft delightful, aromatic treasures right at home? Even if you’re racing the clock, I’ve got you covered!
As a self-confessed procrastinator, I know the rush of creating under pressure. Whether you’re looking for a personal touch or a therapeutic twist to your gift-giving, these DIY aromatic gifts are perfect for you. All it takes are a few natural ingredients, your trusty essential oils, and a dash of creativity.
Quick & Easy Aromatic Gift Ideas
- Lavender Bath Salts & Scrubs
Start with Epsom salts, coarse sea salt, and your favorite essential oils – lavender is a classic choice for its relaxing properties. Bath salts are a luxurious addition to any soak, while adding a touch of vegetable oil transforms them into a rich salt scrub for shower lovers.
Recipe - 2 oz Epsom salt
- 2 oz Course Himalayan Salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil like Grapeseed, Avocado or Jojoba
- 10 drops of Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)
- Soothing Body Oils
A simple blend of carrier oils like jojoba or almond oil paired with essential oils creates a cherished gift. For a personal favorite, try mixing ylang ylang, cedarwood, and sweet orange – perfect for a relaxing massage or post-shower moisture. Beautiful packaging can elevate these body oils into elegant presents.
Recipe - 4 oz carrier oil like jojoba, grapeseed, almond
- 10 drops Cedarwood (Juniperus virginia) essential oil
- 15 drops Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil
- 6 drops Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) essential oil
- Sugar Scrubs
Combine organic sugar with coconut oil, honey, and citrus essential oils for an exfoliating yet hydrating treat. These scrubs are as easy to make as they are to love.
Add a Personal Touch
Unleash your creativity by customizing these gifts with different essential oil blends or unique packaging. Thrift store jars, ribbons, or even handmade tags can make your gifts truly special. Presentation matters, and it’s a joy to design a gift that reflects your thoughtfulness.
Share Your Creations
I’d love to see the aromatic gifts you create! Share your ideas and photos with me – let’s spread the joy of DIY this holiday season.
May your holiday season be filled with aromatic joy and creativity.
Be well and happy,
Liz Fulcher
For more tips, inspiration, and aromatherapy resources, visit Aromatic Wisdom Institute.
As a self-confessed procrastinator, I thrive under pressure, and I bet many of you can relate. Whether it’s due to a last-minute scramble or simply seeking a personal touch to your gift-giving, these quick and easy DIY aromatic gifts are perfect for you.
Imagine not needing a single trip to your local store!
With a few natural ingredients and your trusty essential oils, you can create gifts that are both thoughtful and therapeutic.
Here’s how:
1. Lavender Bath Salts & Scrubs: Start with Epsom salts, coarse sea salt, and your choice of essential oils – lavender being a classic choice for relaxation. Bath salts are wonderful for the bath, while adding a touch of vegetable oil transforms them into a sumptuous salt scrub for shower lovers.
2. Soothing Body Oils: Even a simple combination of carrier oils (such as jojoba or almond oil) with essential oils can work wonders. Packaging them beautifully can elevate these body oils to cherished gifts. For a personal favorite blend, try ylang ylang, cedarwood, and sweet orange – it’s a hit for massages or just moisturizing after a shower.
3. Sugar Scrubs: These are popular and delightfully easy to make. Combining organic sugar with coconut oil, honey, and the aroma of citrus essential oils provides an exfoliating yet hydrating treat for the skin.
I encourage you to tap into your inner creativity and personalize these essential oil-based gifts with varying blends and pretty packaging ideas. Whether it’s via thrift store finds or simple jars, the presentation can be just as meaningful as the gift inside.
Don’t forget to share your creations with me; I’d love to know what aromatic wonders you whip up this holiday season!
May your holiday season be filled with aromatic joy and creativity!
Be well and happy, Liz Fulcher.Are you a procrastinator? Too busy to shop? Avoiding the madhouse of your local mall?
You still have plenty of time to finish your gift giving with these three DIY aromatherapy gifts.
Show Notes
1. Lavender Bath Salts
This is one of the easiest do-it-yourself holiday gifts you can give. Both Epsom salt and Himalayan salt are wonderful for sore muscles as well as for reducing inflammation and swelling. Lavender essential oil is calming for the nerves and healing for the skin.
Ingredients
2 oz Epsom salt
2 oz Course Sea Salt or Himalayan Salt (optional)
1 tbsp vegetable oil like Grapeseed, Avocado, Jojoba, or Olive Oil
10 drops of Lavender Essential oil
2. Relaxing Body Oil (2% dilution)
Rub into your skin after a shower or bath to hydrate and seal in moisture.
3. Sugar Scrub
“Rejuvinate and Glow” Facial Scrub
4 oz Organic Brown Sugar
1 oz Jojoba Oil
3 oz Virgin Coconut Oil
10 drops Carrot Seed essential oil (Daucus carota)
10 drops Frankincense essential oil (Boswelia carterii)
5 drops Rosewood essential oil (Aniba rosaeodora)
Links Mentioned in this Episode
4 Healthy Aromatherapy Scrubs blog post
