8 Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blends - DIY Seasonal Scent

8 Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blends - DIY Seasonal Scent

Jennifer Lane, Certified Aromatherapist Jennifer Lane, Certified Aromatherapist
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Don't have time to bake a fresh pie to fragrance your home? Try these 8 different Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blends. These diffuser blends, inhalers, and room sprays will not just fill your space with spicy goodness, but also refresh the air while bringing a smile to your face.

Diffusing essential oils and using room sprays are easy method to fill the space around you with your preferred seasonal aroma. Inhalers are great for on the go and crowded spaces where you are unable to diffuse.

Pumpkin Spice is a traditional scent for this time of year. These blends feature natural spice essential oils. Spice oils are great for reviving warm sensations and unforgettable memories. Happy pumpkin spice season!

Essential Oils for Pumpkin Spice

Do you want to celebrate fall with more than just your taste buds? Essential oils can be a great way to bring in some of that fall goodness into your home or office without having to wait for November!

There are several essential oils that can be combined to get the spicy aroma that is beloved during fall. Here are the most common ones:

Cardamom – This warm and spicy oil adds a sweet, aromatic touch, enhancing the overall pumpkin spice blend and promoting relaxation.

Ginger – Known for its invigorating scent, ginger essential oil brings warmth and a hint of spice, making it a perfect addition to fall blends.

Cinnamon Bark – With its rich, sweet aroma, cinnamon bark oil is a classic in pumpkin spice recipes, evoking feelings of warmth and comfort.

Cinnamon Leaf – A milder alternative to cinnamon bark, this oil offers a sweet and spicy scent that complements other fall fragrances beautifully.

NutmegNutmeg essential oil adds a warm, nutty aroma that enhances the cozy feel of pumpkin spice, making it ideal for autumn scents.

Orange – The bright, citrusy scent of orange oil balances the warmth of spice oils, adding a refreshing note to pumpkin spice blends.

CloveClove oil provides a rich, warm scent that deepens the complexity of pumpkin spice, evoking nostalgia.

Allspice – This oil combines the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, making it a great addition to pumpkin spice recipes.

Cassia – Similar to cinnamon, cassia oil has a sweet and spicy aroma that enhances the warmth of pumpkin spice blends.

Vanilla – Vanilla oil adds a creamy sweetness that rounds out the spice blend, creating a comforting and inviting aroma.

Best Pumpkin Spice Essential Oils with DIY Recipes and Homemade Blend from Loving Essential Oils

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blends

Want to have your home smelling like Fall? These Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blends are a seasonal favorite for many people. I've included different essential oil combinations that you can enjoy this season, substitute as needed

Try one of these pumpkin spice essential oil recipes:

 1. Pumpkin Spice Diffuser Blend

Inspiration for pumpkin spice blends often come from the well-loved autumnal treats, such as pies, lattes, and chocolates, while scent combinations aim to create a warm and cozy atmosphere that promotes relaxation and comfort.

  • 4 drops Cardamom
  • 2 drops Orange
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark
  • 1 drop  Clove
  • 1 drop Ginger

Directions: Add essential oils to diffuser with recommended water for your diffuser tank. I like to use a 100-200 ml water tank diffuser but you can use whatever size you prefer.

 

8 Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Recipes - Scent of the Season by Loving Essential Oils | Diffuser Blend with cardamom, orange, cinnamon bark, clove and ginger

 2. Spiced Pumpkin Latte Room Spray

  • 3 drops Cardamom
  • 3 drops Orange
  • 2 drops Clove
  •  2 drops Cinnamon Leaf
  • 1 drop Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Grain Alcohol (like Everclear, optional)
  • Distilled Water
  • 1 oz Spray Bottle

Directions: Add essential oils and grain alcohol (for preservative), fill rest of bottle with distilled water. Place top on and shake to mix. Shake well before each use. If grain alcohol omitted, use spray up within a few weeks.

 

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Fall Season by Loving Essential Oils | Room Spray with cardamom, orange, clove, cinnamon leaf, and nutmeg

 3. Sweet Pumpkin Spice Diffuser Blend

Here is a way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in your home.

  • 3 drops Vanilla
  • 1 drop Cardamom
  • 1 drop Cinnamon Bark
  • 1 drop Nutmeg

Directions: Add essential oils to diffuser with recommended water for your diffuser tank.

 

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blend - Fall Scent by Loving Essential Oils | Diffuser Blend with vanilla, cardamom, cinnamon bark, and nutmeg

 4. Pumpkin Spice Inhaler

  • 3 drops Cardamom
  • 3 drops Orange
  • 2 drops Clove
  • 2 drops Cinnamon
  • 1 drop Nutmeg
  • Blank Inhaler

Directions: Add essential oils to cotton wick, insert into inhaler. To use, remove cap and take a inhale deeply.

 

DIY Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Inhalers by Loving Essential Oils | Inhaler blend with cardamom, orange, clove, cinnamon leaf and nutmeg

 5. Pumpkin Spice Latte Inhaler

  • 4 drops Coffee Essential Oil
  • 3 drops Cinnamon Bark
  • 2 drops Clove
  • 2 drops Nutmeg
  • 1 drop Allspice
  • Blank Inhaler

Directions: Add essential oils to cotton wick, insert into inhaler. To use, remove cap and take a inhale deeply.

 

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Essential Oil Blends by Loving Essential Oils | Inhaler Blend with coffee, cinnamon bark, clove, nutmeg, and allspice

 6. Pumpkin Pie Spice Room Spray

  • 3 drops Cinnamon Bark
  • 2 drops Ginger
  • 2 drops Allspice
  • 2 drops Nutmeg
  • 1 drop Clove
  • 1 teaspoon Grain Alcohol (like Everclear, optional)
  • Distilled Water
  • 1 oz Spray Bottle

Directions: Add essential oils and grain alcohol (for preservative), fill rest of bottle with distilled water. Place top on and shake to mix. Shake well before each use. If grain alcohol omitted, use spray up within a few weeks.

 

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Blend Recipes - Fall Favorites by Loving Essential Oils | Room Spray with cinnamon bark, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, and clove

 7. Pumpkin Spice II Diffuser Blend

  • 3 drops Cardamom
  • 3 drops Orange
  • 2 drops Cinnamon Bark
  • 2 drops Clove

Directions: Add essential oils to diffuser with recommended water for your diffuser tank.

 

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Recipe Blends - Scent of the Season by Loving Essential Oils | Diffuser Blend with cardamom, orange, cinnamon bark, and clove

 8. Pumpkin Surprise Inhaler

  • 3 drops Clary Sage
  • 3 drops Clove
  • 3 drops Frankincense
  • 2 drops Patchouli
  • 2 drops Tangerine
  • Blank Inhaler

Directions: Add essential oils to cotton wick, insert into inhaler. To use, remove cap and take a inhale deeply.

 

Pumpkin Surprise Essential Oil Blend - Autumn Seasonal Recipes by Loving Essential Oils | Inhaler blend with clary sage, clove, frankincense, patchouli, and tangerine

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Recipe Guide

These blends are designed to mimic the classic seasoning of pumpkin pie. They offer a range of aromatherapy benefits, like comfort and warmth, during fall and throughout the year.

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oils Guide

Tips and Safety Precautions for Pumpkin Spice

To ensure safe use of the pumpkin spice essential oil blend, it is important to properly dilute the oils to avoid skin irritation. This is because essential oils are highly concentrated and can be too potent for direct application on the skin.

  • It is recommended to dilute the blend with a carrier oil such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, or sweet almond oil to reduce the risk of adverse reactions.
  • The general rule of thumb for dilution is to use 1-2 drops of essential oil per teaspoon of carrier oil. However, this ratio may vary depending on the intended use, essential oils used, and sensitivity of the skin.
  • It is important to note that pumpkin spice essential oil blend is not suitable for face products due to the risk of skin irritation.
  • Pumpkin spice oil blend can be used in a diffuser or diluted for topical use, but it's important to avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
  • It is crucial to avoid using skin-unsafe oils such as cinnamon bark and cassia. These oils contain high levels of cinnamaldehyde, which can cause skin irritation, burning, and even allergic reactions. Instead, opt for cinnamon leaf essential oil, which is less potent and safe for use at small concentrations.

Using these essential oil blends can provide aromatherapy benefits and create a warm atmosphere. Following proper dilution guidelines and avoiding skin-unsafe oils can ensure the safe and effective use of pumpkin spice essential oil blend.

Tisserand, R. & Young, R., Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals (2014)

Pumpkin Spice Uses and Applications

Applications for the pumpkin spice scent are vast and varied. Home fragrances, such as diffusers, candles, wax melts, room sprays, wax sachets, potpourri, and car air fresheners, are popular uses for the fragrance.

The warmth and coziness that the scent provides can create a comforting and inviting atmosphere in any space.

Beauty and skincare products like soap, bath bombs, bath salts, sugar scrubs, body butter, body lotion, body wash, and lip balm can benefit from the aroma as well. Just be sure not to use hot essential oils in blends that you bath in or apply to skin.

What Are Step-by-Step Instructions for Safe and Effective Diffuser Use?

Following these simple steps ensures your diffuser performs optimally, provides long-lasting aroma, and diffuses safely for everyone in your home.

  1. Fill your diffuser's water tank to the indicated fill line.

  2. Add the essential oil drops according to your chosen recipe.

  3. Secure the diffuser cover and select your preferred mist setting (intermittent or continuous).

  4. Run the diffuser in a well-ventilated space, limiting use to 30 minutes to 1 hour at a time.

  5. After each use, empty and rinse the water reservoir to prevent oil buildup.

Tip: Maintain low essential oil concentrations (2–3 drops per 100 mL water) when diffusing around children and pets. Keep essential oils and unfinished blends stored safely out of reach to prevent accidental ingestion.

The pumpkin spice aroma can add a touch of fall charm to any product while providing additional beauty benefits and therapeutic effects. The therapeutic effects of pumpkin spice essential oil blends can include easing tensions and worries, promoting relaxation, and creating a sense of comfort.

The smell of pumpkin spice can be useful in reducing anxiety and inducing a feeling of calmness. It can also improve mood and provide a sense of happiness.

How Can You Customize Pumpkin Spice Blends for Sweet, Spicy, or Uplifting Aromas?

  • Add more vanilla or frankincense for a sweeter, dessert-like aroma.

  • Increase cinnamon or clove for a bolder, spicier fall scent.

  • Boost sweet orange or peppermint for a brighter, more uplifting variation.

Make adjustments one drop at a time until you achieve your ideal combination, then jot down your formula to ensure consistent results.

Are there any essential oils that should not be combined with pumpkin spice blend?

Essential oil safety is crucial when combining oils. Some oils may cause skin irritation or adverse reactions when mixed. It is important to research and understand each oil's properties before blending them with pumpkin spice essential oil blend.

Can pumpkin spice essential oil blend be used in cooking or baking?

Pumpkin spice essential oil blend should not be used in cooking or baking, as it is not intended for consumption and can cause adverse reactions. However, it can be used to create DIY room sprays for a warm and cozy atmosphere.

How can pumpkin spice essential oil blend be used for aromatherapy purposes?

Incorporating pumpkin spice essential oil blends into your routine can provide various aromatherapy benefits, such as easing tensions and worries. Different ways to diffuse the pumpkin spice blends include using diffusers, candles, room sprays, and car air fresheners, among others.

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Where Can You Find More Fall Essential Oil Blend Ideas and Resources?

For additional inspiration, Loving Essential Oils offers a wealth of fall diffuser recipes, safety guides, and in-depth oil profiles to enhance your seasonal aromatherapy collection. Explore these resources to deepen your understanding and discover new DIY creations.

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FAQs

What are the benefits of using pumpkin spice essential oils?
Pumpkin spice essential oils offer a variety of benefits, including aromatherapy effects that can enhance mood and promote relaxation. The warm and comforting scent can help reduce stress and anxiety, making it ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere during the fall season. Additionally, these oils can be used in beauty products to provide a luxurious fragrance while offering potential skin benefits. Overall, they contribute to a sense of well-being and seasonal joy.


What are some creative ways to use pumpkin spice essential oils?

Pumpkin spice essential oils can be used in various creative ways beyond diffusing. Consider making DIY room sprays, scented candles, or potpourri to fill your home with the seasonal aroma. You can also add a few drops to bath products for a relaxing soak or use them in homemade body scrubs for a fragrant exfoliation experience. Additionally, they can be included in holiday gifts for a personal touch that captures the essence of fall.

How can I enhance the aroma of pumpkin spice essential oils in my home?

To enhance the aroma of pumpkin spice essential oils in your home, consider using a diffuser to disperse the scent evenly throughout the space. You can also create potpourri by mixing dried spices and essential oils, placing it in decorative bowls around your home. Additionally, using scented candles or wax melts infused with pumpkin spice oils can provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. Experiment with different combinations to find the perfect scent for your space.


Are there any allergies associated with pumpkin spice essential oils?

While pumpkin spice essential oils are generally safe, some individuals may experience allergic reactions or sensitivities to specific oils, such as cinnamon or clove. Symptoms can include skin irritation, redness, or respiratory issues when inhaled. It's crucial to perform a patch test before using any new essential oil and consult with a healthcare professional if you have known allergies. Always prioritize safety and discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur.

How can I safely store pumpkin spice essential oils?

To ensure the longevity and effectiveness of pumpkin spice essential oils, store them in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Use dark glass bottles to protect the oils from light exposure, which can degrade their quality. Additionally, keep the bottles tightly sealed to prevent evaporation and contamination. Proper storage will help maintain the oils' potency and aroma for a longer period, allowing you to enjoy their benefits throughout the season.

Add essential oils to cotton wick, insert into inhaler.
To use, remove cap place under nose and inhale deeply.

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