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    Home » DIY Projects

    DIY Dry Oil Body Spray: Great for Dealing With Dry Winter Skin

    December 27, 2017 by Patti Estep 35 Comments

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    Dry oil body spray bottle

    This Dry oil body spray is made with a few simple ingredients. Use it in the winter for dry skin, and in the summer for an after tanning treatment.

    Bottle of dry oil body spray

    Back when my sister and I ran the herbal gift shop we used to sell many herbal related bath and body products. One company, Thymes®, had a fantastic dry oil body spray that I loved and I still have, though it's virtually empty.

    Instead of buying a new bottle of spray, I wondered if this was something I could make. After a little research, I found that the main ingredient in many dry oil sprays is Cyclomethicone, a silicone found in cosmetics.

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    This ingredient is what gives the spray its silky feel. From what I read, the Cyclomethicone does not enter into your pores but stays on top allowing the other oils to penetrate into the skin. The result is a silky, not slick, feeling.

    Calendula infused oil
    Calendula Infused Oil

    So I bought some Cyclomethicone and experimented by adding some of calendula infused olive oil and some fractionated coconut oil. For fragrance, I added lavender and rosemary essential oil, mainly because I love this combination, but you can use any essential oil or fragrance oil combination.

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    Dry Oil Body Spray Bottle

    Disclaimer/Safety Note:  This information is for educational purposes only. Essential oils have a range of safety issues such as warnings about use during pregnancy and keeping out of reach from children. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns or a qualified and expert practitioner. As with anything you put on your skin you should test a small patch first to make sure you don't have any irritation or reactions. Keep it away from your eyes. 

    How to Make Dry Body Oil

    Supplies

    (4T) Cyclomethicone
    (4T) Calendula oil
    (4T) Fractionated Coconut oil
    (60 drops) Essential Oils (I used 35 drops of Rosemary & 25 Lavender) or fragrance oil.

    Variations

    Change the carrier oil - Sweet almond is readily available and is a good multi-purpose carrier oil. Grapeseed oil is extremely lightweight. Jojoba oil is actually a wax and has a high shelf life. 

    Use different essential oils - Lavender is a great multi-purpose oil but if you prefer different scents don't be afraid to experiment. Check out this post about making your own perfume that gives a little detail about mixing scents. Or, here's a nice list from Aura Cacia about essential oils for DIY lotions.

    NOTE: This spray though non-greasy when applied to the skin may make the floor slippery. I usually spray my hands and rub it onto my arms and legs.

    Try experimenting by making your oil dry body oil using different carrier oils and essential oils for scent.

    Give some as gifts or have the girls over for a night of crafting and creative fun.

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    P.S. You may also enjoy making your own Herbal Bath Salts or this pretty Blush Pink Sugar Scrub. You can find these and many more fun projects on my DIY Projects Page.

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    Bottle of dry oil spray
    Dry Oil Body Spray Bottle
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    DIY Dry Oil Body Spray:

    This Dry oil body spray is made with a few simple ingredients. Use it in the winter for dry skin, and in the summer for an after tanning treatment.
    Active Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Homemade Bath and Body
    Yield: 1 6 ounce bottle
    Author: Patti Estep
    Cost: $25

    Materials

    • 4T Cyclomethicone
    • 4T Calendula oil
    • 4T Fractionated Coconut oil
    • 60 drops Essential Oils (I used 35 drops of Rosemary & 25 Lavender) or fragrance oil.

    Instructions

    • Combine 4T Cyclomethicone, 4T Calendula oil, and 4T Fractionated Coconut oil into a 6-ounce fine mist bottle.
    • Add different combinations of essential oils for fragrance.
    • I used 35 drops of rosemary essential oil and 25 drops of lavender oil.
    • Shake and store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

    Notes

    This spray though non-greasy when applied to the skin may make the floor slippery. I usually spray my hands and rub it onto my arms and legs.

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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    Comments

    1. Susan

      November 01, 2019 at 1:19 pm

      Thank you so much! I hate the winter because my skin gets unbearably dry! I have been caking on lotion for some time already, lol. I cannot wait to try this out, my skin doesn't love coconut oil and I am wondering how this would work with Jojoba oil? Any thoughts? Thanks so much

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        November 01, 2019 at 2:31 pm

        Susan, you can definitely substitute jojoba oil for the coconut. Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. wanda

      September 23, 2019 at 8:04 pm

      when you say 4T did you mean teaspoons? I tried to make this thinking it was tablespoons and 12 tablespoons of liquid is 6 oz and that did not fit my 4 oz jar. Of course I figured this out afterwards

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        September 23, 2019 at 8:51 pm

        Wanda, thank you for bringing this to my attention. You are right. 12 tablespoons equal 6 oz. not 4 oz. I was racking my brain trying to figure out why I did this because I really try to be accurate. I finally figured out that the bottles I purchased say that they are 4 oz. However, I did a test and it turns out that they hold 6 oz. I still should have thought about the fact that 12 tablespoons does not equal 4 oz. In the end you want equal parts of the 3 ingredients. You could use a little more than 2.5 tablespoons for each to fit into the 4 oz. bottle. Sorry for the confusion.

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        • Wanda

          September 24, 2019 at 11:48 pm

          thank you. I was confused for a bit & thought I mixed up teaspoon & tablespoon

    3. Betty Neary

      July 20, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      Where can I buy the cyclometicone please xx

      Betty

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        July 21, 2017 at 6:25 am

        Hi Betty,

        Many places sell it but I bought mine at Wholesale Supplies Plus.

        Here's the link: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/products/cyclomethicone-nf-sprayable-silky-perfume.aspx

        Reply
      • Holly

        June 11, 2019 at 6:30 pm

        Amazon sells it!

        Reply
    4. Alyssa

      June 06, 2017 at 2:39 pm

      I want to know how to make a dry body oil without cyclomethicone. Have you tried?

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        June 06, 2017 at 3:14 pm

        Hi Alyssa,

        This is the only body oil I have made. However I did write a post about making your own perfume oil. It's basically essential oils and a carrier oil like almond oil etc... Much more greasy but no chemicals.
        Have a great week!
        Patti

        Reply
      • Sky

        June 02, 2019 at 9:08 am

        BergaCare FG 5 is a natural alternative to cyclomethicone in skin care preparations. It offers the benefits of similar or even better absorption properties and a smooth, silky skin feel. It is biodegradable and contains no preservatives.

        Reply
        • Patti Estep

          June 02, 2019 at 9:19 am

          That's good to know Sky. Thanks for sharing.

      • Sky

        June 02, 2019 at 12:56 pm

        I just found this as a healthier replacement: Benzoate Ester
        I buy my products at Essential Wholesale and Labs. 🌿

        Reply
        • Patti Estep

          June 03, 2019 at 6:59 am

          Thanks for the info.

    5. Suzi Fatigante

      June 05, 2017 at 10:02 pm

      I see many variations of calendula oil. Which brand do you use? The price varies so much per ounce that I wonder if the less expensive ones are basically olive oil with a couple drops of calendula.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        June 06, 2017 at 7:54 am

        Hi Suzi,

        I have never bought calendula oil. Instead I've made it using dried calendula flowers and infuse them in light olive oil for about 2 weeks in a large mason jar. You can dry your own flower petals or buy them from a good herbal company such as Mountain Rose Herbs or Frontier.

        Hope that helps,
        Patti

        Reply
    6. Theresa

      January 05, 2017 at 1:41 pm

      Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & Shared.

      Reply
    7. Ashley

      January 04, 2017 at 2:40 am

      I can't wait to try this. I've done something similar in the past but never added calendula. I've recently started an herbalist training program....I think I will be back to visit you a lot!

      Reply
    8. Missy Burson

      January 02, 2017 at 10:49 am

      I LOVE this! I used to buy Nuxe gold dry oil but it is kind of expensive. I want to try making this and adding a little micro-glitter to see if I can get the same effect!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        January 02, 2017 at 11:02 am

        Hi Missy,

        Micro glitter sounds like a great addition. I've never tried it but would love to know if it works. Let me know how you like it.
        Thanks for stopping by,
        Patti

        Reply
    9. Heidi

      January 01, 2017 at 9:24 pm

      Sounds like a great body spray and would make a fun gift for a friend. Thanks for sharing on Funtastic Friday!

      Reply
    10. Hil

      December 29, 2016 at 2:43 pm

      I love finding out you can make your own stuff instead of buying it!

      Reply
    11. Josh

      December 27, 2016 at 9:41 pm

      Very helpful and article. If I wanted to make my spray using only cyclomethicone and essential oil, what would be the correct ratio?

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        December 28, 2016 at 8:59 am

        Hi Josh,

        I'm no expert but I believe you can skip the carrier oil although I have not done that in my experience. I did find this website that has a few different combinations that may be helpful.
        http://www.chemistrystore.com/cyclomethiconetutorial.pdf

        Hope it helps,
        Patti

        Reply
    12. Debbie

      November 17, 2016 at 10:25 am

      Do you have to use the calendula oil or can you sub something else in? I have every ingredient but that

      Debbie
      11/18/16.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        November 17, 2016 at 10:54 am

        Hi Debbie,

        No you definitely do not need to use calendula oil. Any carrier oil works. Some have a longer shelf life than others and some have a little scent but usually the essential oils cover the scent. Carrier oils are almond, safflower, apricot, jojoba, even olive oil.
        Hope that helps,
        Patti

        Reply
    13. Janet

      February 04, 2016 at 11:23 pm

      Can you tell me where you bought the cute clear spray bottles?

      Reply
      • Patti

        February 05, 2016 at 6:38 am

        Hi Janet,

        I bought them and some of the other supplies here: http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/

        Reply
    14. Kim

      December 11, 2015 at 6:52 pm

      If I'm allergic to silicones (e.g. Cyclomethicone), can you recommend a good alternative? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Patti

        December 12, 2015 at 6:53 am

        Kim,
        I'm sorry, I really don't know of any alternatives. Of course you can make it without but then it will be more greasy and less "dry."

        Reply
    15. Vicki

      January 26, 2015 at 4:55 pm

      I would like to to try this however, does the T mean teaspoon or tablespoon?

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 26, 2015 at 6:44 pm

        Hi Vicki,

        The big T is for tablespoon. You can experiment a little but that is what seemed to work for me.
        I hope you enjoy it.
        Patti

        Reply
        • Leriza

          April 08, 2019 at 1:48 pm

          Hi Patti
          Thank you for sharing. Very helpful.
          Leriza

    16. Denise Wright

      January 25, 2015 at 8:36 am

      I can't wait to try this! I've been looking for something like this for a long time!

      Reply
      • Patti

        January 25, 2015 at 8:47 am

        Thanks. I hope you like it.

        Reply

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