Romantic Valentine’s Day Ideas with Essential Oils

When love is in the air, it’s something worth celebrating. Whether you’re in the thick of February fever or it’s a significant date for you and your special other, your love deserves the royal treatment! Indulge yourselves in an evening of romance infused with the loveliest essential oil aromas we know—Rose essential oil and doTERRA Passion® essential oil blend. These beautiful scents capture the very essence of love and make it easy to turn any evening into a memorable escape.    

Royal Massage Oil

Nothing says “I love you” like the gift of massage. It’s a simple ritual of attentive closeness, easing the tensions of the day from your partner’s neck, shoulders, or feet while enjoying quality time together. Enhance your next couple’s massage with the decadent aromas of Rose essential oil and doTERRA Passion to make them feel like the king or queen they are in your life.

Supplies

• 120 mL bottle of Fractionated Coconut Oil
• 1 Fractionated Coconut Oil Pump
• 10 drops doTERRA Passion essential oil
• 8 drops Rose essential oil

Instructions

1. Open your new bottle of Fractionated Coconut Oil and add essential oils directly to the bottle.
2. Put the Fractionated Coconut Oil bottle pump on the bottle and shake gently to blend the essential oils with the Fractionated Coconut Oil.
3. Use 1-2 pumps of the massage oil (as needed) in a soothing massage after a long day or as part of a special evening.

Romantic Bath Salts

Transform the evening into a spa escape by drawing up a luxurious bath to enjoy together. Nothing is more comforting than settling into an evening with your sweetheart, but settling into a tub of warm, sweetly scented bath water can certainly help get set a mood of rich relaxation.

Supplies

• 2 cups unscented Epsom salts
• ¼ cup coconut oil (or Fractionated Coconut Oil)
• 5 drops Rose essential oil
• 5 drops doTERRA Passion essential oil
• Optional: rose petal botanicals

Instructions

1. Combine Epsom salts, coconut oil, and essential oils, and stir well.
2. Store in a container of your choice.
3. Draw a warm bath and add ½ cup of bath salts to the tub, then sink in and breath in the beautiful scents while you soak.

Aromatic Candle Melts

The loveliest nights all start with the perfect atmosphere. Candle melts are a simple way to create both a warm ambiance and to fill the space with the perfect, romantic fragrances. Make a batch in advance to have on hand and pop one in your candle warmer anytime you need to set the atmosphere, whether you’re dancing in the living room or enjoying a candlelit dinner.  

Supplies

• ¼ cup coconut oil
• 1 cup beeswax or soy wax chips
• 10 drops doTERRA Pasion essential oil
• 5 drops Rose essential oil

Instructions

1. Add 1 inch of water to a small pot and heat to a simmer. 
2. Combine beeswax and coconut oil in a small mixing bowl, then set the container into the heated water for a double boiler.
3. Once the wax and oil in the bowl are fully melted, remove from heat and add the essential oils.
4. Stir well, then pour the wax mixture into ice cube trays or shaped candy molds. 
5. Allow to cool until solid and melt in candle warmer to release the fragrance! 

No matter how you show your partner appreciation, when it comes to making a statement of love, Rose oil and doTERRA Passion essential oil blend have your back. Spread the love by sharing this post to Instagram or Facebook and let us know how you use aromas to make your special days more beautiful! Don’t forget to tag us (@doterraca).