How to Make Lilac Perfume

Spring can be in the air any time of year with homemade floral perfumes. If you crave a gentle floral scent, but can't handle extravagant price tags or harsh synthetic chemicals, you can make a natural lilac perfume that is casual enough for everyday, but elegant enough for an evening out. Read on to learn how to make lilac perfume.

Things You'll Need

• Fresh lilac flowers
• Bowl
• Cheesecloth
• Plate
• Small dark glass bottle
• Glycerin

Instructions

1. Harvest a few bunches of fresh lilac flowers and trim the stems and leaves.

2. Place a piece of cheesecloth in a bowl so that the cloth hangs over the edges of the bowl. Place 1 cup of lilac flowers inside the bowl on top of the cheese cloth and pour in 2 cups of water. Make sure that the flowers are completely submersed in the water and cover the bowl with a plate. Allow the flowers to soak overnight.

3. Remove the plate and gather up the edges of the cheesecloth with the flowers inside. You can use string or a rubber band to secure the top. Pour the water and lilac filled cheesecloth in a pot and simmer until only about 1 tsp. of scented liquid remains.

4. Pour the lilac perfume carefully into a dark glass bottle with a tight fitting lid. Add 3 drops of glycerin to help the perfume retain its scent. Store your perfume in a cool dark place.

Tips & Warnings

• Add a few drops of vanilla essential oil for a beautiful aromatic combination.

• This lilac perfume is completely natural and contains no preservatives. For longer shelf life, store your perfume in the refrigerator and only make enough for two or three months.