Roller Bottles & Spray Bottles
There’s something special about creating your own perfume. Unlike commercial fragrances, homemade perfumes can be tailored to your favourite scents, made with natural ingredients, and beautifully stored in elegant glass bottles or roller bottles.
Whether you prefer the convenience of a roller bottle or the classic feel of a perfume spray, both are simple to make and wonderful for everyday use or thoughtful handmade gifts.
Roller Bottle vs. Spray Bottle
Both methods work beautifully—it simply depends on how you like to wear your perfume.
Roller Bottle
Perfect for:
- Daily use
- Pulse points
- Travel
- Alcohol-free perfumes
- Moisturizing botanical perfumes
You’ll need:
- 10 ml glass roller bottle
- Fractionated coconut oil or sweet almond oil
- Essential oils
Spray Bottle
Perfect for:
- Traditional perfume
- Fine mist application
- Handmade gifts
- Elegant vanity display
You’ll need:
- Glass perfume spray bottle
- Perfumer’s alcohol (or high-proof vodka)
- Essential oils
My Favourite Perfume Bottles
If you’re looking for beautiful bottles for your homemade perfumes, these vintage-style glass perfume bottles are some of my favourites. They look elegant on a vanity and also make lovely gifts.
Shop my favourite glass perfume bottles here: Vintage Refillable Perfume Bottles
Roller Bottle Recipes
Fill a 10 ml glass roller bottle with fractionated coconut oil or sweet almond oil, then add the essential oils below.
Ylang Ylang Perfume
- 2 drops Clary Sage
- 3 drops Lavender
- 3 drops Bergamot
- 1 drop Ylang Ylang
- 2 drops Vanilla
Abundance Blend
- 3 drops Frankincense
- 3 drops Sweet Orange
- 2 drops Patchouli (or Myrrh)
- 2 drops Clary Sage
Heart Blend
A floral blend inspired by love,
joy, and emotional balance.
Suggested crystals
- Rose Quartz
- Green Aventurine
- Pink Quartz
Recipe
- 3 drops Rose
- 3 drops Geranium
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang
- 2 drops Myrrh
Third Eye Blend
A calming woody blend for quiet moments and meditation.
Suggested crystals
- Amethyst
Recipe
- 4 drops Sandalwood
- 4 drops Frankincense
- 3 drops Carrot Seed
Root Blend
A warm, earthy perfume inspired by grounding and confidence.
Suggested crystals
- Smoky Quartz
- Black Tourmaline
Recipe
- 3 drops Geranium
- 2 drops Frankincense
- 2 drops Sandalwood
- 1 drop Vetiver
- 1 drop Myrrh
- 1 drop Clary Sage
Bonus Recipe: Jane Austen-Inspired Perfume Oil
This simple perfume oil is inspired by the romance of English gardens over 250 years ago, it’s gentle on the skin, easy to make, and perfect for carrying in a small refillable perfume bottle.
Ingredients
25 ml jojoba oil
6 drops geranium essential oil
3 drops neroli essential oil
2 drops lavender essential oil
Optional: 1 drop rose absolute for a richer floral scent
Instructions
Pour the jojoba oil into a clean 25 ml perfume bottle.
Add the essential oils.
Close the bottle and gently roll it between your hands to blend.
Let the perfume oil mature in a cool, dark place for 3–7 days before using.
Apply a small amount to your pulse points.
A Beautiful Bottle to Match
I love displaying handmade perfumes in beautiful vintage-inspired bottles, and this elegant 25 ml refillable perfume bottle is the perfect size for this recipe. Its timeless design complements the Jane Austen inspiration and makes a lovely addition to any vanity or a thoughtful handmade gift.
Buy the vintage perfume bottle here!
Spray Bottle Version
For a traditional perfume spray, use the same essential oil blends above.
Fill your perfume bottle with:
- approximately 80–90% perfumer’s alcohol
- the essential oil blend
- allow it to mature for 1–2 weeks before using
(You can adjust the concentration depending on how strong you like your perfume.)
Understanding Perfume Notes
Beautiful perfumes combine three types of aromas.
The first scents you notice. Fresh and uplifting.
Examples:
The heart of the perfume.
Examples:
These give perfumes richness and lasting power.
Examples:
Creating a Balanced Perfume
A simple guideline is:
- 20–40% Top Notes
- 50–75% Middle Notes
- 5–10% Base Notes
Example:
- 4 drops Sweet Orange
- 15 drops Lavender
- 1 drop Patchouli
Don’t be afraid to experiment—creating your own signature scent is part of the fun.
Recommended Supplies
If you’re just getting started, these are the supplies I use most often:
- Glass perfume vintage spray bottles
- Glass roller bottles
- Fractionated coconut oil
- Sweet almond oil
- Rose essential oil
- Lavender essential oil
- Frankincense essential oil
Complete your natural beauty routine by exploring my DIY Rose Water, Rose Face Oil, and Natural Tinted Lip Balm recipes.
