Start Smart, Stay Safe with Essential Oils

Using essential oils safely is the foundation of every good oil routine. Whether you’re making blends for emotional support, sleep, or focus, these guides will help you feel confident using oils – especially with kids and sensitive skin.

Essential Oil Blends: A Simple Guide to Creating Something Beautiful

Ready to dive deeper? Click through to each section for detailed guides and practical tips to make the most of your essential oils.If you’ve ever opened two essential oil bottles at once and thought, “Oh wow – that smells amazing together,” you’ve already started blending.

Essential oil blends are exactly that – a mix of two or more pure essential oils designed to work in harmony. Whether you’re creating a calming bedtime roller, an energising morning diffuser blend, or a cleaning spray that smells like a rainforest, blends help you customise your experience and meet your needs more effectively.

Let’s take a closer look at how essential oil blends work – and how you can start creating your own.

What Are Essential Oil Blends?

An essential oil blend is a purposeful combination of oils that complement one another, both in scent and benefit. They can be:

  • Pre-made (like the dōTERRA blends we use daily).
  • Or DIY – crafted at home to suit your exact goals.
Flat lay of six doTERRA Touch essential oil rollers arranged on a gray stone plate. Each bottle is labeled with a mood-related name: Motivate (orange), Cheer (yellow), Passion (red), Forgive (green), Console (purple), and Peace (blue). A second plate sits above them, next to neatly folded gray towels, all on a concrete surface.

Blending allows each oil to shine while contributing to a bigger picture – kind of like a musical chord instead of a single note.

Why Blend Essential Oils?

There are plenty of good reasons to start blending:

  • More interesting scents – A single oil can be beautiful, but blends add depth, balance, and complexity.
  • Stronger emotional or physical support – Some oils work better together than alone. This is called synergy.
  • Tailored to you – Blends can target specific needs: calm, clarity, sleep, energy, mood, or immune support.
  • Cost-effective – Instead of using your rare oils solo, you can stretch them further in blends.

How to Make Your Own Blends

It doesn’t need to be complicated – just thoughtful. Here are a few tips to get you started:

Use the 30-50-20 Rule

Think of your blend in layers:

  • Top notes (30%): light, citrusy oils like Lemon or Grapefruit.
  • Middle notes (50%): floral or herbal oils like Lavender or Geranium.
  • Base notes (20%): grounding oils like Vetiver or Cedarwood.

Want to dive deeper into how this works and why it matters?
Read our blog: How to Blend Essential Oils Like a Pro

Choose Complementary Oils

Try mixing oils with similar properties – like calming oils for sleep or uplifting oils for energy. Start with small batches (just a few drops) and test the scent before making more.

Add a Carrier Oil (if needed)

For topical use, always dilute your blend in a carrier oil like Fractionated Coconut Oil. This helps protect your skin and makes the blend last longer.

Store it Right

Always store your oil blends in dark glass rollers or dropper bottles, keep it out of sunlight, and label it with the date and ingredients.

Common Essential Oil Blend Categories

Here are a few popular categories to experiment with. You’ll find more detailed recipes in the pages below.

Relaxation & Stress Relief

Lavender, Bergamot, Chamomile, Ylang Ylang
Ideal for unwinding, sleep support, or decompressing after a big day.

Energy & Focus

Peppermint, Rosemary, Lemon, Grapefruit
Great for mornings, study time, or that mid-afternoon slump.

Mood & Emotional Support

Wild Orange, Rose, Geranium, Frankincense
Perfect for helping reset the vibe on challenging days.

Air Purifying & Freshening

Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Siberian Fir
Crisp, clean scents that also offer immune-supporting properties.

Ready to Try Some Blends?

Whether you’re popping a few drops in the diffuser or creating a roller to keep in your bag, blending is one of the easiest and most satisfying ways to start using your oils creatively.