Essential Oil Wax Candle Diffuser
Make these essential oil beeswax candle melts using citronell, geranium, rosemary, and eucalyptus essential oils to help repel outdoor insects.
Yield: 6 cubes
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Double boiler
- Ice cube tray
Materials
- 3 ounces beeswax chopped if using bars
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil
- 8 drops citronella essential oil
- 8 drops geranium essential oil
- 8 drops rosemary essential oil
- 8 drops eucalyptus essential oil
Instructions
- Melt beeswax and coconut oil in a double boiler on the stove, or measuring cup set into a pan of simmering water.
- Once melted, remove from heat and let cool slightly, not allowing it set up. Stir in the essential oils and transfer to an ice cube tray.
- Place in fridge or freezer until set. Pop out the cubes and store in an airtight container.
Notes
To use, place one cube in the top of a candle wax diffuser. Light the tea light candle underneath and allow the wax cube to melt. More essential oils can be added, if needed, for a stronger scent. The wax can be reused over and over, adding fresh essential oils when needed.