How can I make DIY room deodorizer using essential oil and gelatin?

AZ Stamper
by AZ Stamper

Awhile ago I thought I saw on here about making room deodorizer using oils and unflavored gelatin. It sets up like jelly and you put it in a glass jar. Of course now that I want to make some I can't find the information anywhere. Does anyone have this recipe or have you made it before?

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  • Deb K Deb K on Aug 11, 2019

    Hello AZ, here's a recipe for gel fresheners

    Homemade Air Freshener Gel Recipe

    Ingredients

    20 drops of your favorite essential oil(s)

    2 tbsp. sea salt (table salt will make them cloudy)

    Liquid food coloring (optional)

    Four packets of plain, unflavored gelatin

    2 cups water

    Four clean 8-oz. size glass food jars with screw-on lids

    Directions

    1. In a measuring cup, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup cold water. Let it soften 5 minutes.

    2. Meanwhile, bring 3/4 cup water to boil in a small saucepan over high heat.

    3. Immediately remove the pan from heat and gently stir in essential oils, and salt. (The salt helps prevent mold growth.) If you are using liquid food coloring, stir it in now.

    3. Pour the softened gelatin into the hot water and stir until combined. Next, gently stir in 1 cup of cold water. Do not stir vigorously or it will foam up and create a cloudy gel!

    Fragrance combinations

    Coming up with a signature scent for your home is part of the fun of making this homemade air freshener gel recipe. Here are a few ideas to help you get started.

    Citrusy – Orange, lemon, grapefruit, and spearmint.

    Fresh and clean – Lavender and lemon.

    Autumn spice – Bergamot, sweet orange, frankincense, and cinnamon.

    Winter woodsy – Balsam fir, cedarwood, cypress, and lemon.

    Romantic floral – Rose, geranium, and neroli.

  • AZ Stamper AZ Stamper on Aug 11, 2019

    I really appreciate you sending this to me. Thanks again. ❤️