Essential Oil Infused Play Dough

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The other day my kids were itching for an activity to do.  I suggested that we make play dough and they jumped at the chance. As we were mixing up the dough they of course wanted to add their own colors to make the play dough look cool.  I looked over on my counter at my collection of essential oils sitting there and suggested that we add some oils to make it smell nice too.

The idea was a hit!

The kids picked out some yummy, uplifting citrus scents and added them to their individual balls of play dough and squished and mixed away.  Having the extra scent was so fun for the kids and just added to the sensory experience.

Citrus essential oils like grapefruit, lemon and lime are invigorating, uplifting, and may also kill germs as well. Which is so nice because I often think of how scary play dough can get after kids have played with it a bunch…

I think next on my list is to make some calming versions of play dough by using Lavender oil or some sort of conifer oil.

Here is the recipe I used for the play dough.  Add food coloring and/or essential oils as desired! Enjoy.

Don’t forget if you are looking for true therapeutic benefits of essential oils you need to use organic essential oils.

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What are your favorite ways to keep your kids busy with screen free activities?  I’m always looking for new ideas.  Please share in the comments below!

2 thoughts on “Essential Oil Infused Play Dough”

  1. Janine

    Hi Hannah,
    The idea of scented play dough is lovely.
    Do you think it’s safe for little ones? I.e. those that are prone to stick the dough in their mouths.
    Thanks,
    Janine

    1. That’s a good question Janine, I think lavender, and citrus oils are quite safe, especially if you are only using a couple drops in a batch of play dough, your child is probably only putting a piece in their mouth. I honestly think it’s safer than putting store bought play dough in their mouths but as always use caution!

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