DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (2024)

It is important to keep a natural first aid kit on hand for your family. Little ones often get a cut or scratch that needs tending to. With our DIY first aid kit and roller bottle recipes, you can treat even more aliments comfortably. From bug bites to seasonal allergies, these remedies are must-have.

Table of Contents

  1. DIY First Aid Kit for Natural Families
  2. Roll Away the Itch Roll-On
  3. Breathe Easy Roll-On
  4. Immune Boosting Roll-On
  5. Burn-no-More Skin Soothing Roll-On

DIY First Aid Kit for Natural Families

When Mama Z walked people through our home in the Toxic-Free, Healthy Home Makeover tour, one area we made sure to touch on was the first aid and medicinal products we use for our family. When it comes to living a toxic-free lifestyle of course this naturally extends to how we treat minor bumps, bruises, skin scrapes, and illnesses.

So many essential oils have healing properties which make them effective in these blends. Essential oils for healing have been used for decades and studies are showing more and more benefits.

  • LavenderLavender essential oil is used for brain health, soothing skin irritations, relieving stress and anxiety, and more. The antioxidant levels in lavender essential oil help your body manage oxidative stress. And when it comes to relieving depression, anxiety and insomnia, there’s a reason lavender is so popular. For our first aid roll-ons the pain relief and skin irritation relief are key.
  • Peppermint – In these first aid roll-on blends, we use peppermint for the pain relieving properties it has. It’s respiratory support and anti-tussive effects are also helpful for the breathe blend.
  • EucalyptusEucalyptus essential oil features in both the immunity blend roll-on and the breathe-easy roll-on. In breathe-easy, eucalyptus brings it’s power as an expectorant to help the body clear out mucus and support respiratory healing. Studies showed the antibacterial capabilities of eucalyptus essential oil as well, making it welcome in our immune blends.
  • Lemon –We love lemon essential oil for it’s many uses around the home, but in our breathe easy blend it’s something else we are after. The immunity boosting benefits of d-limonene support healing in respiratory ailments.
  • Tea tree – This is one of the most flexible essential oils so it’s in more than one of the diy first aid roll-on recipes. The antibacterial properties may be able to help you avoid unnecessary antibiotic use. Tea tree essential oil also has analgesic properties to help manage pain issues.

These DIY first aid kit roll-ons will help you begin to transition your home to more natural remedies. Check out the Toxic-Free Healthy Home Makeover for more ideas in our free, 5-video series.

Roll Away the Itch Roll-On

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (1)

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Author: Mama Z

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
  2. Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
  3. Shake well.
  4. Apply to the bug bite to relieve itch and sting.

Notes

* No matter what allergies you may have, there’s a carrier oil that’s right for you. You can use any, or a combination of these: Avocado, Fractionated Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond.


Breathe Easy Roll-On

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (2)

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Author: Mama Z

Ingredients

  • 10ml Glass Roller Bottle
  • 2 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Cardamom Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Lemon Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Tea Tree Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Rosemary Essential Oil
  • Carrier Oil*

Instructions

  1. Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
  2. Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
  3. Shake well.
  4. Apply to your child’s chest or bottom of feet to aid with breathing.

Notes

*No matter what allergies you may have, there’s a carrier oil that’s right for you. You can use any, or a combination of these: Avocado, Fractionated Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond.


Immune Boosting Roll-On

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (3)

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Author: Mama Z

Ingredients

  • 10ml Glass Roller Bottle
  • 1 drop of Clove Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Rosemary Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Orange Essential Oil
  • 1 drop of Lemon Essential Oil
  • Carrier Oil*

Instructions

  1. Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
  2. Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
  3. Shake well.
  4. Apply to back of the neck, gland area, and bottoms of feet to boost immune.

Notes

*No matter what allergies you may have, there’s a carrier oil that’s right for you. You can use any, or a combination of these: Avocado, Fractionated Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond.


Burn-No-More Skin Soothing Roll-On

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (4)

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Author: Mama Z

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Add your essential oils to the glass roller bottle.
  2. Fill the remaining space in the roller bottle with your carrier oil of choice.
  3. Shake well.
  4. Apply to the burn area when needed for relief.

Notes

*No matter what allergies you may have, there’s a carrier oil that’s right for you. You can use any, or a combination of these: Avocado, Fractionated Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond.

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (5)

DIY First Aid Kit & Essential Oil Recipes for Roller Bottles (2024)

FAQs

What is the best carrier oil for roller bottles? ›

Fill the rest of your roller bottle with a carrier oil. A carrier oil is an oil like fractionated coconut oil (our fav), jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, or any other oil that's not too viscous. You want it to be natural, and to roll well. Feel free to experiment!

What is the ratio of essential oils to a roller? ›

The typical ratio is around 20-30 drops of essential oil per 10ml of carrier oil. However, you can adjust the ratio to your personal preference. Some popular essential oils that can be used in roller bottles include lavender, peppermint, and eucalyptus.

What is the best carrier oil for essential oils? ›

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  • Jojoba oil - Best all-around carrier oil.
  • Fractionated coconut oil - Best for dry skin.
  • Blueberry seed oil - Best for hair and nails.
  • Olive oil - Best for dry scalps.
  • Sweet almond oil - Best for nourishing skin.
  • Rosehip oil - Best for anti-aging.
  • Argan oil - Best for regenerating and renewing.
Oct 10, 2023

What oil is best absorbed by skin? ›

Light oils are quickly absorbed by the skin and do not leave a greasy layer.
  • Jojoba Oil: Similar to the skin's natural oils. ...
  • Argan oil: Quickly absorbed, non-greasy. ...
  • Grape seed oil: Suitable for oily skin.
  • Apricot kernel oil: Light and soothing, suitable for sensitive skin.
Nov 25, 2023

How much essential oil do I add to an 8oz carrier oil? ›

Aromatherapy massage – Remember that essential oils are extremely concentrated. A 2-3% dilution should work well for a healthy adult. This means using 10-18 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier oil. Aromatic bath – Add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to a teaspoon of carrier oil and pour into a bath.

How many drops of frankincense are in 10ml of carrier oil? ›

A good rule of thumb is to simply add two drops of essential oil for every teaspoon of carrier oil, or 5 drops for every 10ml of carrier oil. One drop of essential oil equals one percent of dilution (1 drop = 1%), so be sure not to go overboard if you want to ensure complete safety for your skin!

How to make a headache essential oil roller? ›

In a clean 10 mL bottle with roller top removed, drop: peppermint, rosemary, lavender, marjoram and frankincense oil. Fill the remaining portion of the bottle (just until you reach the bottom 'neck' of the bottle not to the top) with fractionated coconut oil.

How to make a roller bottle with essential oils? ›

Fill each bottle with your carrier oil using the small funnel, until just below the top of the bottle. Then carefully add drops of the essential oils in your blend. Screw on the top, gently swirl around the oils to mix, and that's it!

How do you make a rollerball with fragrance oil? ›

  1. Before getting started, make sure you've picked the fragrance oil you want to work with. ...
  2. Using a small bowl, combine your fragrance oil(s) with your fractionated coconut oil. ...
  3. Leave the oils to sit for a few minutes. ...
  4. Screw on the rollerball and cap. ...
  5. Your roll on perfume is ready to be used!
Apr 1, 2023

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