Ah, summer! You know, it must be white Sunday, sunshine, beers in the sand, long lazy afternoons by the pool. You can never have enough of those warm weather vibes and there’s nothing quite like the warm weather vibes that make you want to bottle up the sun and take it with you. But here’s the thing: without the best scent lineup of summer fragrances to keep you feeling refreshed and radiant, your summer isn’t complete. Now, let’s try and get into the essence of the hottest time of the year, so to speak!
Why Choose Summer Fragrances?
As we start to get colder, your scent game should vary from hot. In summer, there’s no better time to wear fragrances that make you feel cool, light, and invigorating to lift your spirits. Picture citrusy bursts, green hints, and exotic florals that pair perfectly with warm weather staples (maxi dresses, flip flops, and sun hats). When it’s blazing hot … heavy wintery fragrances are just not cutting it, and you have to go with lighter scents.
Top Summer Essential Oil Fragrances
Are you ready to get into the summer fragrances? Sounds fun, let’s explore which essential oils make the fresh aroma of the season feel so refreshing and breezy!
1. Lime Essential Oil
There’s nothing more summery than the scent of lime. Like a refreshing sip of cool lemonade on an oppressive afternoon, it’s crisp, refreshing, and instantly warms up your day.
How to Use: Sprinkle some diffuse lime essential oil in your morning to give you that boost or mix it with coconut oil for your tropical body fragrance.
Scent Inspiration: The smell of citrusy freshness ushers me back to summer road trips with my friends, hair flying, windows down, and a plethora of travel magazines in sheets throughout the car. It’s pure joy in a bottle!
2. Peppermint Essential Oil
Just like a blast of cool air on a hot summer’s day, peppermint essential oil is. It is minty, fresh, and invigorating, perfect for those scorching afternoons when you need reassurance that you’re still alive.
How to Use: Add a drop or two of water in a beauty spray, and spray it on the skin for a fast, refreshing, cooling effect. I promise you’ll feel just like you’ve walked into a refreshing pool!
Scent Tip: Have you ever had those sticky summer days where you think you’re going to just melt off? Luckily, peppermint oil is there to provide you with that much-needed cool relief from feeling your brain go into meltdown.
3. Lemongrass Essential Oil
Lemongrass has a strong grassy and clean aroma that’s great for summer. A nice, bright slightly herbal sharp enough so you don’t hit very strong in the zing department but adequate to keep you alert and energetic.
How to Use: They say it’s the perfect addition to your diffuser for a clean, spa-like scent, or mix it into your unscented favorite lotion for a burst of summer scent.
Personal Memory: When I first started using lemongrass oil, during a summer yoga retreat, whenever I smell it now it takes me back to that outdoor yoga session where there’s a bunch of greenery real nearby.
4. Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Sweet orange is a true classic summer essential oil with a sweet, sunny aroma. It’s the smell of summer afternoons where nothing is serious and you laugh all day long, and of juicy, refreshing fruit.
- How to Use: Sprinkle it in your living room for an uplifting ambiance, or a couple of drops to your summer DIY cleaning products to bring out a citrusy twist.
- Scent Reflection: Sweet orange was always a memory of eating popsicles on the old worn-down porch and the sticky juice dripping down my hands. It’s a smell that sums up summer fun in a bottle.
Blending Your Signature Summer Scents
Why not go one step further and create your unique summer fragrance? The beauty of essential oils is the number of scent possibilities. Here’s a blend to get you started:
Tropical Summer Vibes Blend:
- 3 drops Lime Essential Oil
- 2 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil
- 3 drops Sweet Orange Essential Oil
How to Use: Add the oils to your diffuser. This blend is great for backyard BBQs outdoor parties, or just lounging around in the sun with a great book.
Expert Tip: And if you’re feeling brave you can add a dash of peppermint oil for an extra cooling effect. Sweet and refreshing, I imagined its fragrance as a mojito on scent—a great hot summer day kind of scent!
The Benefits of Summer Essential Oils
Not only do summer essential oil fragrances smell good, but they’re a bundle of benefits. There are citrus oils like lime and sweet orange for their uplifting properties or minty oils, like peppermint, for a refreshing and cooling sensation. In comparison, lemongrass is great for making a clean and compelling experience.
Personal Story: I’ll never forget the first summer I experimented with essential oils. To diffuse I chose a blend of lime and sweet orange as it’s for a garden party I’m hosting. The scent is a winner because people started asking me what the fragrance was and I happily shared my little secrets about essential oils!
Summer Scent Tips for Staying Fresh
- On-the-Go Refreshers: Carry a little bottle of lime or peppermint oil with you. A quick whiff or dab on your wrists can quickly make you feel like you’ve just stepped out of the shower (in a good way).
- Outdoor Ambiance: Essential oils can diffuse into outdoor gatherings to make it seem welcoming. Plus bonus points for any oils that repel mosquitoes! Just make sure to check as there might be some that will!
- Sun Safety Reminder: If you’re using essential oils on your skin, as a reminder — citric oils are photosensitive. Proper prior dilution is always recommended, and the eyeliner should not come into direct sunlight for at least 12 hours after the first application.
Why HBNO for Summer Fragrances?
HBNO is your go-to shop for high-quality essential oils. Their oils are pure, potent, and perfect for your summer fragrance lineup. When it comes to invigorating lime to refreshing peppermint, HBNO has you covered with everything you need to stay senses delighted and refreshed throughout the season.
Conclusion
The season of summer is one too busy celebrating but with the right essential oil fragrances, it can be even better! Whether you’re spotting the sun, hosting a summer soirée, lounging by the pool, or embarking on a sunny adventure, the right scent can make every moment magical. HBNO has you covered when it comes to the spectrum of essential oils and you’re all ready to indulge in a summer of clean, fresh aromas. Embrace the good vibes of summer with the introduction of these scents and roll with them!
