7 Must-Try Essential Oil Summer Diffuser Blends

Summer diffuser blends are great for any time of the year. But since it’s officially summertime, they are the perfect way to soak in the sunny season even when you’re stuck indoors. I find it amazing how a few drops of essential oils can make you feel like you’re sipping on a tropical drink by the beach, enjoying the fresh breeze in a flower field, or admiring the beauty of sun-kissed mountains.

The summer season is all about fun adventures and happy memories. Gone are the days when I had to wait impatiently for summer to come every year, and my only concern was whether to use a tanning oil or a tanning lotion. Now with summer diffuser blends, I can enjoy sunny vibes all year long.

In this blog post, I’ll be sharing the best essential oils to use in summer, plus some of my favorite summer diffuser recipes that truly capture the essence of summertime!

Best Essential Oils To Use In Summer

When I think about fresh summer scents, I immediately think of aromas like radiant citrus scents, fragrant floral notes, and refreshing greenery, pine, and the woods. While you can benefit from the calming and soothing effects of pure essential oils at any season, some oils are especially beneficial during summer because they help you prepare for, enhance, and recover from all your seasonal activities like swimming, picnicking, gardening, camping, and vacationing. 

We also love to diffuse these essential oils at home when my family and I spend quality time together. They create the perfect ambiance for when we read their favorite summer books for kids!

Whether you need to stay alert and energized while on a trip, boost your mood because of the heat, or need to relax and unwind after a long day in the sun, just diffuse these essential oils in 100-150mL of water and their cooling, uplifting, and relaxing scents can help support your well-being throughout the summer season.

Cooling Essential Oils

Need something to beat the heat? These cooling essential oils have you covered! They can soothe and refresh you on a sweltering hot day. 

• Peppermint
• Spearmint
• Eucalyptus

Energizing Essential Oils

Feeling tired and fatigued? Wake up your senses and get a boost of energy with these invigorating essential oils that will keep you feeling alert, focused, and ready to seize the day, even in the hottest of summer days.

• Citrus Oils (Lemon, Lime, Sweet Orange, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Tangerine)
• Cinnamon
• Ginger Root
• Juniper Berry
• Pine

Uplifting Essential Oils

Summer heat can make you feel down. If you need a natural pick-me-up, these scents can boost your mood, uplift your spirits, and 

• Ylang Ylang
• Neroli
• Clary Sage
• Thyme

Relaxing Essential Oils

After a long day in the sun, relax and unwind with these calming essential oils. They will also help you get good quality sleep so you can wake up the next day fully recharged!

• Lavender
• Chamomile
• Frankincense
• Sandalwood
• Rose
• Geranium

Quick and Easy Summer Diffuser Blends

Our essential oil diffusers and nebulizers never go into storage because I like our home to be smelling good all the time. I’ve made some seasonal blends over the years, from winter essential oil blends to fall-themed scents. Naturally, I had to make summer diffuser blends because it’s my favorite season! So during summer months or not, these  one of the easiest ways to enjoy the fresh scents of summer!

Sunset By The Beach Diffuser Blend

Enjoy the calming vibes of the beach with this energizing diffuser blend. The citrusy notes of orange and lemongrass combined with the cooling freshness of eucalyptus and peppermint will make you feel like you’re at the beach at sunset, feeling the cool breeze on your face.

Recipe:

• 3 drops orange
• 3 drops lemongrass
• 1 drop eucalyptus
• 1 drop peppermint

Liquid Sunshine Diffuser Blend

Brighten up your day with this vibrant blend that combines zesty lemon, cooling spearmint, and aromatic basil. It’s sure to bring a burst of energy and positivity to any space, filling it with sunny vibes.

Recipe:

• 4 drops lemon
• 2 drops spearmint
• 1 drop basil

Sunny Day Diffuser Blend

Keep the warmth of the sun alive all throughout the year with this soothing yet revitalizing diffuser blend. The combination of relaxing lavender, energizing citrus oils, and refreshing spearmint creates a unique scent that’s reminiscent of a happy, sunshiny day.

Recipe:

• 2 drops lavender
• 2 drops tangerine
• 1 drop lime
• 1 drop spearmint

Sweet Summer Breeze Diffuser Blend

There’s nothing like spending time in the great outdoors and taking in the sweet summer breeze. Recreate this warm, fuzzy feeling by diffusing this sweet and perfect blend that combines calming lavender, soothing juniper berry, refreshing orange, and stress-relieving cypress – perfect to help you unwind after a long day. 

Recipe:

• 2 drops lavender
• 2 drops juniper berry
• 2 drops orange
• 2 drop cypress

Road Trip Diffuser Blend

Summer is the perfect time for traveling and exploring! Road Trip is another one of my favorite summer blends – it’s great for your car diffuser! With the crisp aroma of cypress, the zest of lemon, and the uplifting notes of bergamot, this great blend sets the perfect mood for your next summertime adventure, feeling the sense of freedom on the open road.

Recipe:

• 2 drops cypress
• 2 drops lemon 
• 2 drops bergamot

Summer Herb Garden Diffuser Blend

This delightful essential oil blend will smells like fresh herbs and garden flowers. The combination of mood-boosting basil, warming hyssop, calming lavender, and purifying thyme (which is also great for keeping bugs away) makes a refreshing aroma that will remind you of lazy summer days.

Recipe:

• 2 drops basil
• 2 drops hyssop
• 2 drops lavender
• 1 drop thyme

Relaxing Beach Bonfire Diffuser Blend

Bring the feeling of a quiet night by the shore to your home with this uplifting blend. Combining the warm and inviting scents of cypress, lemon, and bergamot, this relaxing scent captures the essence of a crackling bonfire on a sandy beach that’s sure to bring a cozy ambiance to any space.

Recipe:

• 2 drops cypress
• 2 drops lemon 
• 2 drops bergamot

WrappingUp

Summer diffuser blends offer a great way to bring the chill vibes of the sunny season into your home. Whether you want to take a break and relax, feel a burst of energy in the middle of the day, or simply need to uplift your spirits, there’s a scent to suit every mood. 

The best part is that you can enjoy these scents at any time of the year, perfect for when you’re missing the beach, the fun, the adventures, and everything good that the summer season has to give. This is why these blends are among my favorite to use with my essential oil diffuser necklace, so I can take summer with me wherever I go!

If you found this article helpful, bookmark and use it as a reference for your summer diffuser blends. It would also be awesome if you could send it to friends or family who you want to share the chill vibes of summer with!