Learn how to make body mist with fragrance oil. Step-by-step body spray recipe perfect for selling. Master DIY body spray making today with our expert tips.
What are Body Mists?
Body mists (or body splashes) are lighter than traditional perfumes. They provide a refreshing fragrance without overwhelming the senses. If you’re curious about how to make body splash at home, this natural body spray recipe is a great place to start!
Unlike commercial perfumes that often rely on alcohol, our diy body splash uses gentle, skin-loving ingredients and your favorite fragrance oils. You’ll enjoy a natural body spray recipe that’s soft, hydrating, and suitable for everyday wear and large-scale crafting.
1. Preparation of Your Work Space
Create a work space that is clean and large enough to prevent contamination from outside sources. Select an area that is not accessible to children and pets. We recommend wearing protective clothing such as an apron, goggles, gloves, and a hair net.
2. Prepare The Base
Start off with a pre-made
Luxury Body Mist II base designed for handmade body sprays. Then measure 16 oz in a clean glass Pyrex cup. Note: 16 oz of base will make approximately (2) 8 oz bottles, (4) 4 oz bottles or (8) 2 oz bottles of body spray.
3. Incorporate Fragrance and Color Additives
Wondering how to make body spray with fragrance oil and color additives? Here's what you need to know.
Fragrance: You can incorporate 1 to 2 teaspoons of fragrance oil per 16 oz of body spray base. Stir well. Notice that the more fragrance you add, the more likely it is that your body spray will thin from the fragrance oil. If you want to add essential oils instead, you can add 1 to 2 ml of essential oil per 16 oz of body spray. You will need a plastic dropper to measure small amounts such as milliliters. Stir well.
Color: After you have scented your body spray, it's time to add the color. You can add as much cosmetic color to your base as desired. Stir well. Note: Do not add so much color that the skin is stained. The body spray should always remain white when being rubbed into the skin. If it is colored, then too much color has been used.
Measurement Notes: 1 teaspoon = 5 ml.
4. Packaging
Pour your body spray into bottles and close with a body spray pump, disc top, or cap. If the body spray is thicker, you may find it easier to fill a jar with a lid instead. Alternatively, for thicker body sprays, you can still use a bottle by slowly heating your mixture to 130º then pouring into the bottles. Heating much higher than this risks degrading the preservative system and may allow your body spray to grow mold, bacteria or yeast.
5. Labeling
If selling your body spray you will need to label it with the product name, your company name, contact information, ingredients, directions for use, and bar weight. Then you're ready to list your product online or start selling at craft fairs, farmers markets, and other venues!
Why You’ll Love This DIY Body Spray Recipe
- Customizable: Choose your scent, strength, and packaging to make it your own.
- Easy to Make: Whether you're just getting into DIY or a seasoned maker, this is a quick and easy-to-follow body splash recipe with high quality ingredients.
- Perfect for Gifting or Small Business: Add to your product line or gift as a thoughtful, handmade treat.
FAQs About Our Natural Body Spray Recipe
What does body mist do?
Body mist provides a light, refreshing fragrance. It's perfect for layering or using as a midday pick-me-up.
Where do you spray body mist?
Spritz on pulse points like the wrists, behind the ears, and neck. For an all-over effect, mist lightly onto your hair or clothing.
How long does homemade body spray last?
Store your spray in a cool, dry place. If made and stored properly, it can last up to 6 months. A preservative may be necessary for long-term shelf stability if water is included.
Wholesale Supplies Plus is not responsible for the performance of any of the recipes provided on our website. Testing is your responsibility. If you plan to resell any recipes we provide, it is your responsibility to adhere to all FDA regulations if applicable. Please also reference IFRA standards for proper fragrance oil usage. If there are ingredients listed in a recipe that Wholesale Supplies Plus does not sell, we cannot offer any advice on where to purchase those ingredients. We also do not offer any advice on formulating or altering recipes.
