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What’s that smell? – DIY Poo Fragrance Spray for the Bathroom

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Today we’re making our very own poo pourri recipe from scratch…. because everyone poops! Or so says the classic children’s book. And because we’re talking about bodily fluids (solids), I’m really feeling a need for my inner 9-year-old scouting self to let the potty jokes fly. That’s what happens when you’re the local Cub Scout Bear leader, I guess. Join with me, this is a safe place.

Every old wench has her own special stench.
We all stink up the loo with our own distinct…
Poo Spray. The most craptastic stuff you’ve ever had the displeasure of needing.

I’ll spare you the rest because it only goes downhill from here.

So, this year for Christmas I bought my husband his own little bottle of poo pourri fragrance spray for the bathroom. He opened it and laughed and I laughed and then it got all awkward and he was like, “What an awesome gag gift!” and I sort of stopped laughing and was like, “Gag gift, nothin’! This is real. REAL!! My years of suffering have finally come to an end!!”

And then it had a permanent place of honor in our bathroom. Anyway, after experiencing this little magic in a bottle I can safely say he’s a fan too.

spraying homemade poo pourri spray into toilet

Poo Pourri Ingredients

After I, ahem, put it to use, I thought I recognized a certain favorite smell: essential oils!!  After researching it further, I discovered the poo pourri ingredients are basically comprised of essential oils, alcohol, and water all gussied up in some pretty brilliant packaging. Translation: perfect for an easy DIY’er project.

These poo pourri ingredients work because the essential oils create a physical barrier, trapping the stinky smells below. Basically, you could have a chili cheese dawg blowout nightmare in the bathroom and no one would ever know. EVER. Is that incredible or what? Where was this during my dorm days?

So, I got to work in the lab, errr.. kitchen and came up with a perfect copycat clone.

I’ve had family members try both products (original and homemade) in a double-blind test and the results clearly indicate the DIY is just as effective as the original. In other words, we use them interchangeably and they both work great.

Make your own Poop Spray for crazy cheap! Blocks all the stinky smells in the toilet and leaves the bathroom smelling divine!

I am a huge fan of DoTerra pure essential oils in all my DIY projects and for health too. The oils they use for the poo pourri ingredients are bergamot essential oil, lemongrass essential oil and orange essential oils.  However, I have used all kinds of oil combinations such as lemongrass and peppermint, or lavender and orange. During the holidays I even use a pine smell. If you are interested in buying some of these pure essential oils you can order some here from me.

So, the cost breakdown.

toilet with pou pourri spray z

DIY Poo Pourri recipe vs Original Price Comparison

The original big brand costs $9.95 for a 2 oz. container. And that’s not including shipping. That’s $4.98 per ounce.

Our homemade poo pourri recipe version costs the following:

  • rubbing alcohol: $.02 (At $2.29 per 16 oz bottle)
  • 30-40 drops my favorite brand of essential oils: around $.50 depending on oils used
  • Water: Free. Sure, I pay my water bill every month, but it’s a set amount so my bill would be the same whether I make this spray or not.

Total Cost: About $.52 for a 3 oz bottle. Or $.17 per ounce.

You guys. That’s more than a 96% savings!!!!!! And we didn’t even include shipping! Surely if that isn’t the definition of a Happy Money Saver moment, I don’t know what is.

I think this would be the perfect something to leave in a guest bathroom. Isn’t it the worst to have the #2’s hit while you’re at someone else’s home? This is right up there on the essential hosting needs list. Your guests will thank you. And maybe you’ll thank your guests when they put it your poo pourri recipe to use. Win-Win!

DIY Poo Fragrance Spray for the Bathroom

An easy to make DIY poo pourri recipe copycat that is sure to keep your bathrooms smelling fresh, even after you do your business.
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Keyword: poo pourri recipe
Author: Karrie

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp rubbing alcohol
  • 30-40 drops essential oils
  • 3 oz water
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Instructions

  • Pour rubbing alcohol in a 3 oz spray container and add essential oils. Add water to fill the container. Give it a good shake and you’re ready to go! I’ve found 3-4 sprays is enough to cover the bowl and trap all of the stink particles below.
  •  Add water to fill the container. 
  • Give it a good shake and it's ready for use. 

TO USE

  • Before you go poo in the toilet, spray on top of the water 3-4 sprays which will create a film, trapping the poo smells after you go. Then do your business and flush. 

Let me know your favorite oil combinations—I think it would be fun to create different smells for each season. Summery citrus, woodsy fall, and cinnamon spice for winter. The combinations are endless!

Here are some other great recipes to create yourself for the bathroom:

DIY Toilet Cleaning Bombs
Homemade Countertop Cleansing Spray
DIY Swiffer Wet Pads

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August 23, 2018
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Comments

  1. Kimberly Hilton-Lawson Lawson says

    January 20, 2021

    I’m glad i found this blog… can witch hazel be used instead?

    Reply
  2. Annita says

    January 16, 2021

    I also put vegetable glycerin in mine

    Reply
  3. Lenee says

    December 25, 2020

    5 stars
    I see the big brand blowing up but hard to find in the stores (never know what section to look either). But I figured it was essential oils but the alcohol iswhat I was missing– now that Dollar Tree sells everything its cheap to make these days. In the meantime I’m going to reuse my Aldi dupe bottle ($3.99 – VA area) when it’s less full I can just refill it.

    Reply
  4. Desiree Yanik says

    December 11, 2020

    instead of rubbing alcohol, could I substitute hand
    sanitizer?

    Reply
    • Karrie says

      December 17, 2020

      Hi Desiree, no that wouldn’t be a good idea. Hand sanitizer is too thick and would get stuck in the sprayer.

      Reply
      • Ed says

        December 20, 2020

        Yes, why not, it’s at least 62% alcohol. When diluted with water the thickening agents will be such a minor part of the whole liquid that it shouldn’t matter.
        And why not make our own hand sanitizer with rubbing alcohol, which has 70% vs 62% and 1 drop off essential oil? Perfect!

        This post of making your own poo pouri—BRILLIANT!! I came across this after being discouraged seeing small bottles for $10 ($9.99+shipping) or medium bottles for $15 (same terms)
        Thank You!!

  5. Ginger says

    October 21, 2020

    Just curious what the alcohol does in this? I mean, can it be made without the alcohol or is that a critical ingredient? I want to make some!
    PS….DoTerra really is amazing oils!!

    Reply
    • Karrie says

      October 23, 2020

      It’s important as the alcohol works as a stabilizer, helping to turn the mix into it’s milky-white consistency much like the original pou pourri.

      Reply
    • Ed says

      December 20, 2020

      4 stars
      Necessary, as it helps dissolve and hold the oil in solution in the bottle. You’d still need to shake though. Maybe even a drop of dish detergent too.

      Reply
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