DIY Reed Diffuser- How to Make a Reed Diffuser

DIY Reed Diffuser- How to Make a Reed Diffuser

Reed diffusers are a type of home fragrance product to slowly and continuously diffuse fragrance oil into the surrounding air. They provide a gentle, long-lasting way to fragrant a room without the need for heating or flames.

Making your reed diffuser

TIPS: With our metallic candle lid, you can easily turn your empty candle jar into a diffuser vessel! 

  1. Empty jar/vessel
Use a glass bottle or vessel as the container of your reed diffuser.  
  1. 10-20 reed sticks

The number of reeds affects the power of fragrance, we recommend starting with 10-20 reeds.

  1. Reed diffuser base and fragrance oil

When determining how much fragrance to add to your base, it's really your personal preference. If you have a larger room or prefer a stronger scent, you'll want to add more fragrance oil to your diffuser base. We recommend using about 25%. Always consult the IFRA sheet for safe usage limits.

 

Steps:

  • Measure the reed diffuser base into the empty candle jar, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
  • Add 10-25% of your desired fragrance oil to the base. For a stronger scent, use more fragrance oil.
  • Carefully place the reeds into the jar, arranging them as desired.
  • Top the jar with the metallic candle topper.

As the fragrance oil is slowly drawn up the reeds, it will disperse a subtle, continuous aroma throughout your space. Customize the scent by experimenting with different fragrance oil blends.

This easy DIY project is a great way to reuse your empty candle jars and create a luxurious, personalized home fragrance. Reed diffusers are popular because they are easy to use, don't require electricity, and provide a long-lasting scent experience (typically 2-3 months).  

 

 

Happy making!

 

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