Hi friends! December—and the holiday season—will be here before we know it. If you’re looking for thoughtful, handmade gifts this year, I have plenty of simple, natural DIY ideas to share.
Today I’m sharing a collection of easy DIY gifts made with essential oils, including recipes, packaging ideas, and label printables.
Recently we held a live workshop in our private Dwell Well Collective group showcasing natural gift ideas. If you’re a member you may have caught the live session or the replay. If you’d like to join our group and learn more about using essential oils, I’d love to invite you in.
Below are several DIY projects my daughters and I put together for the workshop, along with supplies and labeling ideas.
These projects are lovely, health-forward, inexpensive, and easy to make. Beyond crafting and fragrance, essential oils can be part of a healthier home routine. I choose oils for their purity and versatility—distilled from plants without fillers—and they’re a big part of how our family supports wellness during cold season.
We make everything from bath soaks to scrubs and infused salts. Homemade gifts like these save money, reduce exposure to harsh chemicals, and feel personal. I haven’t been sick in several years, and supporting our wellness with natural tools is part of our routine—if you’re curious about trying oils, I’d be happy to help.
When you purchase an essential oil/diffuser kit you may also receive an invite to our Dwell Well Collective wellness group.
Enjoy these DIY natural gift ideas you can make with essential oils!
Himalayan Salt Bath Soak
Mix equal parts pink Himalayan salt and Epsom salt in a clean jar. Add 5–10 drops of your favorite essential oil—rose or lavender are lovely—and stir to combine. Add dried flower petals for a decorative touch. To use, dissolve a scoop in warm running bath water.
Supplies: glass jars with cork stoppers, rose petals, Epsom salt, Pink Himalayan salt.
DIY Tassel Diffuser
Create a wearable diffuser using lava beads and wooden beads on macrame cord. This makes a great keychain, car diffuser, or decorative accent for a bag. String the beads in any pattern you like and finish with a tassel. Add a few drops of essential oil to the lava beads when you want to refresh the scent.
Supplies: printable tag, lava beads, macrame cord and wooden bead kit, gold key ring.
Calming Lavender Chamomile Bath Soak
This soothing blend fits perfectly in small tubes or jars—ideal for stockings. Combine:
- 2 tbsp Epsom salt
- 2 drops Lavender essential oil
- 2 drops Roman Chamomile essential oil
Multiply the amounts to make larger batches. Optional: add dried lavender or the contents of a lavender chamomile tea bag for extra fragrance and visual charm.
Supplies: glass tubes with cork stoppers, printable label, label paper, floral washi tape.
Peppermint Lip Scrub
Make a simple, minty lip scrub that refreshes and softens lips. Mix:
- 1 part sugar (white or brown)
- 2 parts coconut oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
Spoon into small lip scrub containers and add a printable label for an attractive finish.
Supplies: lip scrub containers, printable label, label paper.
Cayenne + Lime Infused Sea Salt
This savory infused sea salt is a fun gift for cooks. Experiment with different spice and oil combinations to create a set of flavored salts. For a simple batch combine:
- 4 tbsp sea salt
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 drops lime Vitality essential oil
Taste and adjust to preference. Package in a small jar and label for gifting.
Supplies: favorite sea salt, printable label, label paper.
Sugar Cookie Body Scrub
A sweetly scented body scrub that looks and smells like holiday baking. Combine:
- 1 part sugar (white or brown)
- 2 parts coconut oil
Add equal drops of the following essential oils—Start with 2–3 drops each per half cup of scrub and adjust to preference:
- Stress Away
- Lemon
- Peppermint
- Cinnamon Bark
Package in jars with a label and decorative washi tape for an inviting presentation.
Hot Chocolate Kit
Assemble a cozy hot chocolate kit with drinking chocolate, fun marshmallows or toppings, a festive mug, and a small bottle of Peppermint Vitality oil to add a bright, minty twist. Include a printable box tag and some holiday washi tape to finish the package.
Supply ideas: printable box tag, holiday washi tape, organic drinking chocolate, peppermint marshmallows, cinnamon sticks, decorative sprinkles, and a festive mug.
Consider gifting an essential oils wellness kit this season—it’s a great way to introduce friends or family to natural wellness tools.
I hope these DIY gift ideas inspire you to create thoughtful, homemade presents this year. Essential oils are versatile and useful for many aspects of daily life—from sleep and skin care to stress relief, sinus support, and natural home fragrance. They’ve become part of our everyday routine, and I use them often for wellness and comfort.
The Dwell Well Collective is a wellness community for Young Living members. If you’re part of the group you can view the holiday gift workshop replay. If you’re not yet a member, we’d love to welcome you.
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Looking for more gift ideas? Check out our annual gift guides for inspiration and more handmade or curated gift options.