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Can you use vanilla extract in a room spray?

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Published
09/03/2024

Vanilla is one scent loved by almost every single person on the planet because of the rich and satisfying scent and flavour they add to whatever product they are used in.

Okay, maybe a bit of hyperbole there but we are sure you get the point, right?

With respect to room sprays; they are fragrances you can apply to your rooms or living spaces to alter the smell of your environment and produce a more soothing ambience for your productivity.

Things we perceive have a way of informing us and influencing our functionality generally. So it's important to identify the kind of fragrance you are comfortable with and those you may react differently to.

Room sprays have evolved over time from just being used in living rooms and within the home, to work spaces, conveniences, restaurants and even our cars. It's a go-to whenever you need to quickly brighten up the atmosphere, kill a bad odour, or even just put your body in a relaxing mood and get some rest.

Yes, you read it right! That's the power of a good room spray.

They come in varieties of fragrances, usually extracted from fruits, flowers, plants and other natural products. Vanilla is among the most common extracts used in room sprays. And they always deliver an inviting scent to the atmosphere.

If vanilla flavour can make an ice cream or a cookie taste that good, what do you think it'll do to a room spray and how would it turn out?

In this article, you'll get to see that vanilla extract can be used to step up your room spray collection and give your spaces the new feel you desire.

 

Vanilla extract in a room spray, how feasible?

Vanilla is one of nature's finest when it comes to spices, flavours, and ingredients used for either baking or the production of scents and fragrances.

It makes an excellent choice for a room spray because of the mild, warm and pleasant fragrance it has.

When vanilla is mentioned, the first thought that pops up in the mind is - baking or edibles, especially ice cream!

But that’s not all there is to it, it can be used in virtually any area of production you’re involved in.

If you are looking to apply this nature’s magic to enhance your room spray and give your space a more refreshing feel, here’s what you need to know.

 

Where can you buy vanilla room spray?

You can purchase vanilla room spray at any store, preferably the ones that supply handmade products like soy wax candles, body butter, bath bombs and flannel.

 

How to use vanilla extract in a room spray

Source the right materials

As in any production process, the right materials are required to produce what you desire, and room sprays are no different! Here’s a list of things you need to get for this process:

  • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
  • A cup of distilled water
  • 1 tablespoon of rubbing alcohol or vodka
  • 5-10 drops of essential oils like cinnamon, orange or lavender.
  • One large spray bottle
  • A funnel to help transfer the mix to the bottle
  • Measuring spoons

These are the basic items you require to make your vanilla room spray. You might be lucky to get them all at once in a shopping mall depending on the one accessible to you.

Nevertheless, you can always get them individually from various markets and shops near you.

Make your spray: To make your vanilla-scented room spray, follow the steps below.

  • Transfer the cup of distilled water to your spray bottle
  • Add 1 tablespoon of your vanilla extract to the cup of distilled water in the bottle
  • Shake the mix very well in a vertical pattern with your hands tilted a bit to the right
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the alcohol, followed by your essential oils
  • Close the bottle and shake again, more thoroughly in the same manner to ensure you have a smooth blend.
  • Allow to rest for 1-2 minutes and afterwards spray into the air

There you have it, your brand of vanilla room spray made in a jiffy.

If you have a stronger scent that is not suitable for you, that’s not a problem, you can always add more water to your spray to lessen the intensity or more vanilla extract in the case of a lighter fragrance.

 

Conclusion

Vanilla extract is the calmest, yet invigorating scent there is and using it in your room spray offers an entirely new feel that’s both pleasant and mild.

Whether it is to set the tone of your living room for visitors, brighten up your personal space or just give your bedroom a warm and inviting feel to calm your nerves, vanilla extract can do just that!

By applying the steps outlined, and using the materials listed for you, you can produce your own vanilla-scented spray and transform any of your living spaces into a cosy haven.

Pumped up to give it a go already? What are you waiting for then, go ahead and give it a try.

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