Room Spray Base 101: Midwest Makers Guide
If room sprays have been sitting on your "Maybe I should launch these someday..." list, but you've been putting them off because you're not sure where to start, you're in the right place.
Room sprays are one of the easiest products to make, which is exactly why so many makers love adding them to their lineup. But spending a little time learning the fundamentals first can save you frustration, help you avoid common mistakes, and make the entire process much smoother.
Once you've got those basics down, room sprays can easily become a staple in your collection. They're quick to make, budget-friendly, and give your customers a simple way to freshen their homes and tackle everyday odors in just a few sprays. They're also an easy way to expand your product line without adding a complicated manufacturing process.
Ready to get started?
Our MWFC Original Room Spray Base is the perfect place to begin!
Inside this guide, we'll walk you through how to use our MWFC Original Room Spray Base, what to consider when choosing fragrances, and how to troubleshoot a few of the most common issues you might run into along the way.
How To Make A Room Spray: Step-By-Step Guide
If you’re looking for a full walkthrough to get you started or to follow along as you make, our Step-By-Step Room Spray Base Guide breaks down the entire process from start to finish.
The step-by-step guide covers how to create a room spray, what supplies will need to get started, and there is even a video tutorial if you are a visual learner!
We also include some helpful information on IFRA Guidelines, how to choose your fragrances, and give you the tools to accurately measure your fragrances.
If you're not sure what fragrances to use, we have plenty of guides and tools to help you! More on that below!
If you're a visual learner, we have an easy to follow video tutorial that you can watch!
Check out our tutorials here:
Choosing The Right Fragrance Oils + Our Tool That Makes This Easier!
Choosing the right fragrance oils for your room sprays is a major part of creating them. Not every fragrance oil is ideal for room sprays, and it's important to check each fragrance's IFRA document before you start.
Room sprays fall under IFRA category 10B, and you should make a habit of checking each fragrance's IFRA document to ensure you are using a safe amount of fragrance oil in your product.
Need more information on IFRA, what it is, and how it works? Check out our guide that goes over all the in's and out's of IFRA documents!
Testing your room sprays is another important part of the making process- but, we created a tool to make this so much easier for you!
Our Room Spray Fragrance Load Finder Tool shows the highest fragrance load we tested in our MWFC room spray base before visible separation. This tool tells you the max stable load before separation between the fragrance and base, as well as any noticeable discoloration that occurs.
Check out our resources here:
Room Spray Fragrance Load Finder Tool
How To Use IFRA Certificates To Keep Your Products Safe
Room Spray Base Troubleshooting
Have you ever made a room spray and thought, "what am I doing wrong here?", you're definitely not alone. That's exactly why we compiled the most frequently asked questions from makers and answered all of them in our troubleshooting guide!
Instead of getting discouraged over trial and error, here you'll find simple, practical tips to help you troubleshoot your room sprays and get better, more consistent results.
Which is what we're all about- making the process as simple as possible for you to spend more time creating and less time stressing.
Whether you're just starting out or you've been making room sprays for a while, this guide is full of helpful advice that can save you time, frustration, and products.
Think of this blog as your go-to resource whenever something feels a little off with your room sprays. It's packed with easy-to-follow solutions and best practices so you can spend less time troubleshooting and more time creating products you'll feel excited to sell.
Check out our troubleshooting guide:
Whether you're making your very first batch or fine-tuning a tried-and-true recipe, don't be afraid to experiment, test, and learn as you go. Every batch teaches you something new, and we're here to help make the process a little less overwhelming.
We hope this guide helps you create amazing room sprays with confidence! And as always, we'd love to see what you create! Don't forget to share your room sprays with us and tag us in your photos at @midwestfragranceco!
Hi! I'm Kenna!
Co-founder of Midwest Fragrance Company, business builder since 20, fueled by coffee and grounded by yoga. I’ve learned (mostly the hard way) what it takes to grow a maker business, and I share those lessons here… the real ones, not the highlight reel.
At MWFC, we sell all the supplies you need to create scented products that truly shine ✨
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