This moisturizing body oil spray recipe is easy to make with cyclomethicone, dry carrier oils, and a fragrance. It moisturizes the skin and leaves a light scent to act as a perfume body spray.
Since winter is coming, I wanted to make more of my DIY dry oil perfume spray recipe. This recipe is very similar to another perfume recipe that I posted a while back, but it has one important new ingredient. Oil.
This is a dry body oil spray recipe that works as a perfume and a moisturizing body oil spray recipe.
I used an oil to moisturize my skin for the winter. I switch between recipes in the summer and winter because this recipe is more moisturizing.
I use it as a perfume, but I especially like to use it after shaving. This also make a great perfume for your hair. Since it doesn't have alcohol, it won't dry out your hair or skin.
This dry oil perfume spray recipe isn't just for winter. It's excellent for summer to add moisture to your skin.
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Moisturizing Body Oil Spray Recipe
If you've never made a DIY bath and beauty recipe, this one is a great one to start with because it's so easy. I didn't even measure my ingredients! I just eyeballed them
You will need cyclomethicone for your dry body oil spray recipe. It's what makes it dry and not too oily for your skin.
You can use the cyclomethicone straight on your skin, so you can be a little off on your ratio. If you want less oil, feel free to use 1/4 oil instead of 1/2 like I did.
In the tutorial video below, I talk a little about the carrier oils. I prefer using a dry oil for this recipe because I want my skin moisturized but not oily after I use a moisturizing body oil spray recipe.
For a natural DIY perfume recipe, check out my DIY pumpkin spice perfume recipe.
Cyclomethicone
Cyclomethicone
It's alcohol free and clear and odorless, so it's perfectly suited to a spray or even as an additive for lotions. It leaves the skin feeling moisturized without leaving the skin oily or sticky feeling.
Cyclomethicone spreads across the skin without penetrating the skin or clogging pores due to its molecule size. Because it doesn't enter the skin, it leave a smooth and soft feeling on top of the skin.
This is why it's called a dry oil, even though it's not an oil at all. It's perfect for making a dry body oil spray recipe.
Although it's not a carrier oil, it does "carry" the other ingredient on the skin. Even though clyclomethicone doesn't enter the skin, it doesn't stop other ingredients from entering the skin
It's safe for the skin and hair. You'll probably see it used in lotion, conditioner, and in perfumes.
Carrier Oils
You'll want to use a dry oil in this moisturizing body oil spray recipe. These are oils that have small molecule, so they soak into the skin quickly. They don't leave you feeling greasy or oily.
Great oils to use are:
If you use a heavier oil like avocado oil, just use your hands to work the spray into your skin and let it dry for a few moment before you get dressed.
Heavier oils are great for this moisturizing body oil spray recipe, but they can be too heavy for touch ups during the day. It's personal preference and how you want to use it.
If you want to learn more about carrier oils and their uses, check out my book Carrier Oils available on Amazon.
Moisturizing Body Oil Spray Recipe Fragrance
You can use a fragrance oil or essential oil in this dry body oil spray recipe I used Pear from Crafty Bubbles to make mine.
I also make this with Pink Sugar Type fragrance oil
You can also use essential oils because they will mix with the carrier oils and be dispersed throughout this DIY dry oil perfume spray recipe.
You use a single essential oil or create your own blend for your moisturizing body oil spray recipe. Here are some great blends to inspire you.
- Ginger, grapefruit, and vetiver
- Lime, rose, and vetiver
- Patchouli and tangerine
- Jasmine, clove and vanilla
- Lavender, lemon, and rosemary
Or try one of these essential oil blends that smell like candy for your dry body oil spray recipe.
Body Oil Spray Recipe Ingredients
- 4 ounce spray bottle
- 2 ounces cyclomethicone
- 2 ounces carrier oil (I used fractionated coconut oil
)
- 5% fragrance oil (up to 30 drops in this recipe) or 2% essential oil (up to 6-12 drops in this recipe) Pink Sugar type is a good one
Body Oil Spray Recipe Directions
STEP #1
Add the cyclomethicone and carrier oil to a spray bottle.
STEP #2
Add half the amount of essential oils or fragrance oils recommended. Shake it well and add more scent a needed.
STEP #3
To use, spray on the skin and let dry or use your hand to rub it around for full coverage.
Avoid spraying on clothes or furniture. The carrier oil in this moisturizing body oil spray recipe can cause spotting.
I made a video to show you just how easy this recipe is and offered a few more tips if you want to make it yourself.
Let me know if you try this DIY dry oil perfume spray recipe!
Moisturizing Body Oil Spray Recipe
materials:
- 4 ounce spray bottle
- 2 ounces cyclomethicone
- 2 ounces carrier oil (I used fractionated coconut oil)
- 5% fragrance oil (up to 30 drops in this recipe) or 2% essential oil (up to 6-12 drops in this recipe)
steps:
- Add the cyclomethicone and carrier oil to a spray bottle.
- Add half the amount of essential oils or fragrance oils recommended. Shake it well and add more scent a needed.
NOTES:
Avoid spraying on fabric or clothing.
