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DIY Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray

There’s something so refreshing about a light, fruity body mist, especially when it’s homemade with your favorite scents. In this post, I’ll be showing you how to make a Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray that smells divine, feels light on the skin, and leaves you feeling fresh all day.  This body mist combines the sweet notes of strawberries with the crisp, clean scent of lemon, a perfect match for anyone who loves bright, cheerful fragrances. The best part? You can make it easily at home using simple ingredients and safe formulation techniques! Why Make Your Own Body Mist? Commercial body mists can sometimes contain unnecessary synthetic ingredients that may irritate sensitive skin or cause dryness. Making your own gives you full control over the ingredients, you know exactly what’s going into your product. This Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist combines fruity, cheerful notes of strawberry and zesty lemon with gentle moisturizing and refreshing agents. It’s perfect for hot days, ...
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DIY Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray

There’s something so refreshing about a light, fruity body mist, especially when it’s homemade with your favorite scents. In this post, I’ll be showing you how to make a Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray that smells divine, feels light on the skin, and leaves you feeling fresh all day. 

This body mist combines the sweet notes of strawberries with the crisp, clean scent of lemon, a perfect match for anyone who loves bright, cheerful fragrances. The best part? You can make it easily at home using simple ingredients and safe formulation techniques!

Why Make Your Own Body Mist?

Commercial body mists can sometimes contain unnecessary synthetic ingredients that may irritate sensitive skin or cause dryness. Making your own gives you full control over the ingredients, you know exactly what’s going into your product.

This Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist combines fruity, cheerful notes of strawberry and zesty lemon with gentle moisturizing and refreshing agents. It’s perfect for hot days, post-workout freshness, or a light everyday scent that isn’t overpowering.

Ingredient Breakdown and Benefits

Let’s take a closer look at what makes this mist spray both effective and refreshing:

We incorporated PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil into the formula, as our solubilizer. It helps mix oil-based fragrance oils evenly with water and alcohol, preventing separation. It also adds a soft conditioning touch to the skin.

Strawberry fragrance oil brings a sweet, fruity aroma that reminds you of freshly picked strawberries. It adds warmth and softness to the mist’s scent profile.

Bright, clean, and uplifting, lemon fragrance oil adds a burst of citrus freshness that complements the strawberry perfectly. It also provides a refreshing, energizing feel.

Distilled water serves as the main base of the mist, providing hydration and lightness without leaving any sticky residue.

Rubbing alcohol helps the mist dry quickly on the skin and also acts as a natural preservative, ensuring your spray stays fresh longer.

We use liquid germal plus as our main preservative. It's essential for keeping your water-based mist safe and free from microbial growth. Never skip this step in any formulation that contains water.

Materials Used 

  • Measuring scale 
  • Small container
  • Spoon or spatula 
  • Hand glove
  • Spray bottle 

100g Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray Formula 

  • PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil: 10.5g (10.5%)

  • Strawberry Fragrance Oil: 3g (3%)

  • Lemon Fragrance Oil: 2g (2%)

  • Distilled Water: 49g (49%)

  • Rubbing Alcohol: 35g (35%)

  • Preservative: 0.25g (0.25%)

Procedure 

  • Sanitize your tools and working area. Ensure you’re working in a clean, ventilated space.

  • In a clean, dry container, add PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, strawberry fragrance oil, and lemon fragrance oil. Mix them thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until well blended.

  • Slowly pour in 49 g of distilled water into the mixture. Stir well to ensure the ingredients are fully combined.

  • Add 35 g of rubbing alcohol to the mixture and continue stirring until the formula looks uniform and clear.

  • Measure and add 0.25 g of preservative to help extend the shelf life and keep the mist safe for use.

  • Stir the entire mixture again with a spatula or spoon to make sure everything is well incorporated.

  • Carefully pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle using a funnel.

  • Leave the bottle undisturbed for about three days before using. This allows the scents to blend and mature beautifully.

How to Use

  • Shake the bottle gently before each use and spray lightly on your skin, clothes, or hair for an instant refreshing scent boost.

  • Avoid spraying directly on the face or near the eyes. Store your mist in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

Tips and Variations

  • You can replace strawberry fragrance with other fruity scents like peach, raspberry, or watermelon.

  • To make a softer, alcohol-free version, substitute the rubbing alcohol with witch hazel or rose water.

Want to Learn More About Formulation? 

If you enjoyed creating this Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist, you’ll love my ebook,  “Skincare and Haircare Formulation for Beginners.”

It’s a practical, step-by-step guide that teaches you how to safely and confidently create your own natural skincare and haircare products from scratch. Whether you’re doing this as a hobby or planning to start your own beauty brand, this ebook simplifies everything about formulation in clear, easy-to-follow language.

Get the Ebook Here – Skincare and Haircare Formulation for Beginners

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Looking for something to pair with your new body mist? Try my DIY Lemon and Strawberry Body Lotion, a creamy, nourishing body lotion that perfectly complements this mist for long-lasting softness and a fruity glow.

Click this link to watch the video instead

Final Thoughts

This Lemon and Strawberry Body Mist Spray is fresh, light, refreshing and delightfully easy to make, the perfect everyday fragrance you can create from the comfort of your home.  personalized.

Try it out and let me know how yours turns out in the comments! 

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