There’s something about fall that makes me want to sip something warm, and fill the house with cozy scents. This season brings crisp mornings, crunchy leaves, and just has a feeling of nostalgia. I diffuse essential oils in my home often and I like to pull out the warming, seasonal oils this time of year.
Not only do they make the home smell inviting, but many of them have potent mood and immune supporting benefits.
Aromatherapy isn’t just about making the house smell nice (though that’s a big perk!). Breathing in essential oils helps support mood, energy, and even the immune system. Certain oils, like cinnamon and clove, bring a cozy, grounding feeling while also offering antimicrobial properties. Citrus oils such as orange or bergamot add brightness to darker days. While woodsy oils like cedarwood or sandalwood are grounding and calming to the emotions.
Diffusing is also a safer option than air fresheners and some candles, which often contain synthetic fragrances. However, I finally found some amazing smelling beeswax candles I love! Diffusing is an easy way to freshen the air and get the health benefits of essential oils while gaining some of the benefits of the oils themselves.
That said, safety is important. Essential oils are powerful, and not all blends are right for every situation. Avoid placing a diffuser directly next to children or pets in a small, enclosed room, and don’t keep it running all day long. It’s also important to ensure diffusers are out of reach of little hands (or curious paws) that could knock them over.
There are several ways to enjoy diffuser blends, and you can choose what works best for your space.
Want something yummy smelling in your diffuser but don’t feel like blending it yourself? One of my favorite essential oil companies has delicious blends for Fall, including Apple Cider, Pumpkin Spice, and Maple Bar. Check out Plant Therapy’s seasonal blends here and here.
And you can find all the quality essential oils you need to create these Fall blends (and others) here.
These essential oil blends lean towards warming, earthy essential oils that are perfect for cooler weather. They remind me of baking apple crisp with the kids, heading out to the pumpkin patch, and cozying up with a warm cup of tea. Plus, they’re great for both body and mind!
This simple blend has an earthy, woodsy scent that makes me think of kicking up fallen leaves on a walk through the woods. Fir essential oil is calming and soothing to the emotions and helps support the respiratory system. Sandalwood is similarly calming, helps soothe agitation, and helps with various complaints like dry coughs and headaches.
I’m blessed to have an organic coffee shop not far from my house that I like to visit on occasion. This blend reminds me of the sweet, fragrant, and slightly earthy aromas of lattes. Sandalwood is grounding, cinnamon lends a sweet note, and vanilla completes the trio. Cinnamon is also a potent immune system support when it comes to fighting harmful microbes.
Sitting on a porch cabin in the woods, hearing the orange leaves rustle, and cozying up under a warm throw blanket. Enough said. Sweet orange uplifts the mood and cinnamon and clove are warming and antimicrobial.
While the kids didn’t always go trick or treating, it’s since become a familiar tradition we’ve put our own healthy spin on. This blend reminds me of a cool October evening. Earthy patchouli and fir complement each other to add a grounding anchor. Neroli adds a floral note that’s perfect for uplifting the spirit.
This blend is woodsy and warm, like walking through a forest with fall colors all around. Sandalwood calms the mind, fir clears the air, and cinnamon adds a hint of sweet spice.
Sweet, spicy, and earthy. Ginger is warming, uplifting, and great for stomach complaints. Patchouli adds a grounding note that ties it all together. Almost like slipping on a warm sweater in chilly weather.
A cozy blend that reminds me of mulled cider simmering on the stove. Cinnamon and ginger are warming and invigorating while orange uplifts the mood. This bright, spicy blend is energizing and cheerful.
I normally like to blend floral and citrus notes with earthier ones. However all of the grounding scents really shine together in this blend. Frankincense supports relaxation and focus while patchouli and cedarwood’s earthy tones calm the mood. Cedarwood is also great for respiratory health. You’ll almost feel like you’re on a peaceful forest walk.
This fresh, calming blend is reminiscent of fall rainy days. Lavender soothes, bergamot uplifts, cedarwood grounds, and clary sage balances emotions.
Earthy and woodsy with an uplifting citrus note from the orange. You’ll feel like you’re on the hayride at the pumpkin patch smelling the crisp, fall air.
Who doesn’t love the smell of pumpkin pie in the oven! It’s like having dessert in a diffuser. This blend also packs a powerful antimicrobial punch when it comes to unwanted germs.
Similar to the pumpkin pie blend, this diffuser blend has all the scents of a warm apple crisp. It’s spicy, warming, and smells like you’ve spent all day baking!
This version captures all the classic fall spices in a swirling cup of chai. Clove and cinnamon warm the air, while cardamom helps fight stress and fatigue.
Diffusing essential oils in the fall is such a simple way to set the mood at home. Whether you’re winding down in the evening, trying to energize through the afternoon slump, or just want to make your space feel warm and inviting, these blends can help. Plus, with a little creativity, you can use them in reed diffusers or room sprays.
Fall is a favorite for many of us and these diffuser blends make the season (and home!) even more inviting.
What are your favorite scents for fall? Leave a comment and let us know!