6 Gentle Diffuser Blends: for a Kid’s Room

As a parent, we love using kid-friendly diffuser blends to add a calming and inviting atmosphere to our home. These gentle blends are perfect for creating a peaceful environment for the whole family.

This note was originally published in December 2018.

Kids’ diffuser blends come in many different scents, so there’s something for everyone!

And depending on who you ask in our home, the diffuser is as important as the fragrance coming out of the machine!

With the wide variety of diffuser designs and lighting options, filling and diffusing oils will quickly become the highlight of your day.

Here are our favorite kids’ diffuser blends that are easy to make and smell great.

White and brown diffuser sitting on a corner table near a window with decorative flowers.

6 Essential oil diffuser blends for kids

Choose from one of the blends listed below, and add those oils to your diffuser.

1. Sleep tight

We like to call this our oil blend for sleep. This is the one we run at bedtime, and it’s soft and a little sweet, so the whole upstairs ends up smelling like clean laundry!

3 drops of lavender essential oil
2 drops of copaiba essential oil
1 drop of roman chamomile essential oil

2. Clear desk

After a long day of school, sometimes it can be hard to get children to sit down and focus on homework. This one is bright mint over a green, herby base, and it’s what we run when the kitchen table turns into a homework table.

3 drops of peppermint essential oil
2 drops of rosemary essential oil
1 drop of frankincense essential oil

3. Bright kitchen

Sweet orange with a little clove behind it, and our goodness does it make the house smell like the holidays are close! Diffuse this one during cooler months.

3 drops of wild orange essential oil
2 drops of frankincense essential oil
1 drop of clove essential oil

4. Gentle comfort

Warm ginger with a hint of licorice from the fennel, and the peppermint keeps the whole thing from getting too heavy.

Or use this blend and make them into DIY wax air freshener melts and hang them in the car in time for your next road trip.

3 drops of ginger essential oil
2 drops of fennel essential oil
1 drop of peppermint essential oil

5. Cheerful energizer

This one is all citrus with a little lavender underneath, and it’s what we put on first thing in the morning to get the day started off right.

2 drops of wild orange essential oil
2 drops of bergamot essential oil
1 drop of lavender essential oil
1 drop of lemon essential oil

6. Quiet corner

Wild orange and lavender pair well together, and this is the simplest blend on the list. Diffuse this blend before bed, church, or school. Plus, these two smell amazing together!

3 drops of wild orange essential oil
3 drops of lavender essential oil

How to use the diffuser

Add water to the diffuser fill line.
Add essential oils from one of the blends above.
Secure lid and set timer.

Adding essential oils to the diffuser reservoir.

Expert tips

Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the maximum water level and avoid overfilling your diffuser to ensure its longevity.

Prolong the life of your diffuser by cleaning it regularly. See this note on how to clean a diffuser.

If you are new to diffusers, be sure to see our article on how to use a diffuser here.

Diffuser dilution chart

Use this chart to work out how many drops to add to your diffuser, and always start with less since you can add more if you want it stronger.

200mL: 3-5 drops
300mL: 6-8 drops
400mL: 8-10 drops

Those amounts are for general use around the house. In a kid’s bedroom we go lighter and stick with 4 to 6 drops, and we start at the low end every time!

Choosing the right diffuser

If you are anything like me, choosing a diffuser from the countless options can be overwhelming.

We try not to overthink it and follow a few simple guidelines:

Stick with a cool mist diffuser. That is what we have always used, and heat can change the scent of the oils.
Reservoir size. If you don’t know what size to get, go with a 300mL diffuser.
Coverage time. Does it have a timer? How long will it run? Will it auto shut off when the reservoir runs dry?

Here are a few of our favorite diffusers:

Multi-color glow diffuser
Aromatherapy diffuser with white noise
7 color 300mL diffuser

Adding different essential oils to the diffuser reservoir.

Essential oil safety

A few simple habits keep diffusing easy and tidy around the house.

Be mindful of the quality and sourcing of the brand you are using.
Always properly dilute oils, as they are very concentrated. You can learn more about diluting oils here.
Keep diffusers out of reach from little hands to prevent them from accidentally tipping and spilling the contents.
Avoid diffusing essential oils in enclosed spaces. Always keep a door or window open to allow for proper ventilation.

Diffuser blend FAQs

How many drops of essential oils should we use in our diffuser?

It depends on the size of your diffuser, so we use 3 to 5 drops in a 200 mL, 6 to 8 in a 300 mL, and 8 to 10 in a 400 mL. Those are for general use around the house, and in a kid’s bedroom we go lighter and stick with 4 to 6 drops.

How often can we diffuse essential oils?

It’s generally recommended to diffuse essential oils for 30-60 minutes at a time, then take a break. This allows your body to adjust to the scent and prevents sensory overload.

Can we use essential oil diffusers in bedrooms?

While diffusers can be used in bedrooms, a door or window should be left open to allow proper airflow.

Key Takeaways

We hope you enjoyed these simple essential oil diffuser blends for kids.

Diffusing is the easiest thing we do all day, and it really does change how a whole room feels! Whether you want something bright for the morning or something soft at bedtime, there is a blend here for you.

Do you diffuse essential oils for your kids? Which oil blends are your favorite? Let me know in the comments below!

Diffuser Blends for Kids

By the studio Ascher Prep: 1 minute minTotal: 1 minute min Yield: 300 mL Adding different essential oils to the diffuser reservoir.

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Equipment

300 mL Diffuser

Ingredients

Sleep tight blend

3 drops lavender essential oil
2 drops copaiba
1 drops roman chamomile

Clear desk blend

3 drops peppermint
2 drops rosemary
1 drops frankincense

Bright kitchen blend

3 drops wild orange
2 drops frankincense
1 drops clove

gentle comfort blend

3 drops ginger
2 drops fennel
1 drops peppermint

energizer blend

2 drops wild orange
2 drops bergamot
1 drops lavender
1 drops lemon

Quiet corner blend

3 drops wild orange
3 drops lavender

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Instructions

Add water to the diffuser fill line.
Add in essential oils from one of the blends above.
Secure lid and set timer.

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Notes

Always use your diffuser in an open, well-ventilated area with good airflow and doors open. Note to those who have pets! Pets’ noses are more sensitive than humans – so please make sure they can leave the room if needed. The amounts listed in the recipe are for a 300mL diffuser. Tried this recipe?Mention @our_oily_house or tag #ouroilyhouse! This recipe is for your own viewing pleasure and is not meant for healing purposes. Readers must perform their own research and tests before making any recipe.