Make your own homemade Cologne

Try this recipe to make a lovely, light scent which is quick and economical to make.

To make around 1 pint/570ml

• 8 floz/225ml rubbing alcohol
• 8 tablespoons dried lavender flowers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 floz/225ml purified water
• 3 drops oil of bergamot

Pour the alcohol into a screw-top jar and add the lavender and olive oil. Cover tightly for 2 days, shaking occasionally. Strain and discard the lavender flowers, then add the water and oil of bergamot. Close tightly.