Easy, Cheap, and Good for Gift Giving Lavender Perfume 🌸
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Easy, Cheap, and Good for Gift Giving Lavender Perfume
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: Bath/Beauty
- Keywords: < 15 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
- Yield: 3 cups
- From: Weekend magazine’s “Aroma Allure” article by Minaxi in her “Beauty” column.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried lavender flowers
- Water
Instructions:
Here’s a delightful recipe for an easy, inexpensive, and delightful lavender perfume that’s perfect for gifting or simply indulging in your own self-care routine. 🎁
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Lavender Infusion | 2 min |
| – In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of dried lavender flowers with 3 cups of water. | ||
| – Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. | ||
| – Allow the lavender to simmer in the water for about 10-12 minutes. | ||
| – The water will turn fragrant and take on a light lavender hue. | ||
| 2 | Strain and Store | 3 min |
| – Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. | ||
| – Strain the infused lavender water into a clean glass container using a fine-mesh sieve or cloth. | ||
| – Discard the lavender flowers or save them for use in potpourri. | ||
| – Your homemade lavender perfume is now ready! | ||
| 3 | Enjoy and Gift | 0 min |
| – Pour the lavender perfume into small, decorative glass bottles or jars. | ||
| – Seal the containers tightly to preserve the fragrance. | ||
| – Add a label or ribbon for a personal touch if gifting. | ||
| – This delightful lavender perfume makes a lovely gift for friends, family, or yourself! |
Additional Tips:
- For a more intense fragrance, you can increase the amount of dried lavender flowers.
- Customize your perfume by adding a few drops of essential oils like rose, jasmine, or citrus.
- Store your lavender perfume in a cool, dark place to maintain its freshness.
- Experiment with different flower combinations for unique scents.
This easy, cheap, and delightful lavender perfume recipe is a wonderful way to indulge in the calming and aromatic properties of lavender. Whether you’re treating yourself to a spa day at home or creating thoughtful gifts for loved ones, this homemade perfume is sure to please the senses. Enjoy the light and pleasant fragrance that captures the essence of relaxation and tranquility! 🌿✨
