Quality men’s perfumes have become a coveted luxury in a world filled with exquisite colognes. However, the hefty price tags associated with quality perfumes can be discouraging for fragrance enthusiasts.
Crafting your own cologne using essential oils and a few household items can be both an affordable and enjoyable alternative.
This post presents a curated list of 10 captivating male cologne recipes, created by a team of perfumery enthusiasts. From earthy and woody blends to refreshing and fruity scents, these recipes, as well as our, step-by-step guide, can help you unlock the aromatic potential of essential oils and create your very own personalized, high-quality cologne at a fraction of the cost.
What You Will Need
- The Essential Oils listed
- Unscented Carrier Oil
- Empty Roll-On or Spray Bottle
- Droppers or Pipettes
- Vitamin E Capsule (optional)
If you are new to making perfumes with Essential Oils, check out our Step-By-Step guide before using any of our recipes!
Expensive Touch
Experience the opulence of “Expensive Touch,” a captivating male cologne blending cedarwood, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, eucalyptus, and cypress, for a masculine and luxurious aura.
- 6 drops of Cedarwood Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Cypress Essential Oil
Old School Spice
Step into nostalgia with “Old School Spice,” a vintage-inspired cologne featuring black pepper, cypress, kunzea, patchouli, and lemon, evoking timeless sophistication and classic allure.
- 5 drops of Black Pepper Essential Oil
- 5 drops of Cypress Essential Oil
- 5 drops of Kunzea Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Lemon Essential Oil
The Big Boss
Introducing “The Big Boss,” a cologne crafted for the confident and dominant man. This commanding blend of ylang-ylang, lavender, eucalyptus, patchouli, and tea tree exudes power and charisma.
- 6 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Tea tree Essential Oil
Woody Masculine
Embrace your masculinity with “Woody Masculine,” a captivating cologne infused with the warm embrace of cedarwood, the spicy allure of clove, the sensual notes of ylang-ylang, and the intriguing essence of myrrh.
- 6 drops of Cedarwood Essential Oil
- 5 drops of Clove Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Myrrh Essential Oil
The Sexy Man
Let me introduce, “The Sexy Man”. A seductive cologne featuring an enticing blend of sandalwood, patchouli, ylang-ylang, cinnamon, and rosemary, capturing the irresistible allure of masculine charm and sensuality.
- 6 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Cinnamon Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 1 drop of Rosemary Essential Oil
The Hubby
Embrace the essence of “The Hubby,” a cologne specially crafted for husbands. This loving blend of cedarwood, ylang-ylang, and eucalyptus celebrates masculinity, offering a captivating scent that embodies devotion and strength.
- 6 drops of Cedarwood Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Clove Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Cypress Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil
The Intellect
Unleash your intellectual prowess with “The Intellect,” a cologne designed for mentally capable men. This stimulating blend of clove, ylang-ylang, cypress, peppermint, and orange fuels focus and inspires brilliance.
- 6 drops of Clove Essential Oil
- 6 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Cypress Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Orange Essential Oil
Masculine Woody
Experience the essence of “Masculine Woody,” a captivating cologne blending basil, black spruce, carrot seed, and clary sage, evoking strength, sophistication, and a ruggedly refined aura.
- 8 drops of Basil Essential Oil
- 8 drops of Black Spruce Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Clary Sage Essential Oil
Spicy Masculine
Indulge in the allure of “Spicy Masculine,” a captivating cologne featuring black pepper, coriander, and sandalwood, creating a bold and alluring scent that exudes confidence and masculinity.
- 10 drops of Black Pepper Essential Oil
- 7 drops of Coriander Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil
The Explorer
Embark on an olfactory adventure with “The Explorer,” a cologne for adventurous souls. This enticing blend of bergamot, vanilla, jasmine, and rose captures the essence of outgoing masculinity and the thrill of exploration.
- 4 drops of Jasmine Essential Oil
- 4 drops of Vanilla Essential Oil
- 3 drops of Bergamot Essential Oil
- 2 drops of Rose Essential Oil
- 1 drop of Patchouli Essential Oil
- 1 drop of Vetiver Essential Oil
Thank you for reading our guide on some of our favorite recipes for Essential Oil Colgones. But please be sure to also read our step-by-step guide on how to make these recipes come to life, if you are new to perfumery. Alternatively, thanks for reading, and be sure to check out some of our other posts here.
