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Are you ready to ditch the dryer sheets? All you need is a set of wool dryer balls with essential oils. Wool dryer balls are 100% natural replacement for chemical filled dryer sheets. They work by bouncing around in the dryer, reducing static cling and literally softly “beating” your clothes. The balls shorten drying time by wicking moisture away from your clothes and they can last for years. Adding essential oils gently scents your clothes and adds one more way to get the therapeutic benefit of oils into your life. If you are trying to reduce the chemicals and toxins in your house this is one with a lot of bang for your buck since clothes, sheets and towels touch everyone in your family all day long.
There are two ways to get your wool dryer balls, buy them or make them. Many people even use an old wool sweater around the house to make the balls making this even more cost efficient. I have heard though from people that have made them that it just wasn’t worth the time and effort when you can buy them so inexpensively.
Where to Buy Wool Dryer Balls:
- Amazon. Here is an affiliate link to the ones I bought.
- Etsy. No affiliate, just making your life easier.
How to Make Wool Dryer Balls:
Wool Dryer Balls With Essential Oils
It’s easy to use essential oils with wool dryer balls! Once the balls are ready to toss in the dryer you are going to want to scent them. This is where you can get fun and creative. Place 2-3 drops on each ball. This should last through 3 cycles in the dryer. Of course you can use more or less depending on your preference but that is a good guideline to start with.
Possible Combinations for Wool Dryer Balls With Essential Oils:
- 3 balls of Lavender and 3 balls of Orange.
- 3 balls of Purification and 2 ball of Melaleuca alternifolia if I had sick kids and I was doing sheets.
- 3 balls of Orange and 3 balls of Stress Away. Smells like a dreamsicle.
- 4 balls of Jade Lemon. This is my new to die for scent. LOVE Jade Lemon.
- 2 balls of Peppermint and 1 ball of Ylang-Ylang for sheets and towels.
I will also be playing with Joy, Raven, Valor, Lemon, Peace and Calming and many others. Leave me a comment if you have a favorite!
Of course I only use Young Living Oils in our home and for all my projects. If you would like to get the Young Living Premium Starter Kit New Member Voucher Code this post will give you all the details.
Looking for more ways to reduce chemical laden products in your home? Try this DIY Carpet Freshener.
Those look awesome!!
how do I reduce static??
Try putting in two small balls of aluminum foil. About the size of a golf ball
How many times can you reuse one of these balls and do you add the oil each time. If you’ve already spelled it out and I’m just missed this, sorry!
I’ve been using mine for about a year now and I add oils probably every 3rd load.
Great idea! What is the best way to store them? Out in the open or in a container?
I leave mine out in a basket on top of dryer.
Do u have to wash the dryer balls after u use them?
No. I never have.
I have washed my balls because my dogs mouth got around a couple of them! they came out just fine, clean and looked the exact same.
I just got the dryer balls & plan to try different essential oils for fragrance.
Does anyone use these that is allergic to wool? Do they collect lint and hair off clothes ?
How many balls should you use per load?
I use 6 in a large load dryer.
I use wool dryer balls and essential oil on them – just a drop or two – and the oil gets all over my clothes!! Anyone else have this problem? Any suggestions?
I have never had this happen. What kind of dryer balls are you using?
What kind of oils are you using? If they aren’t 100% pure therapeutic grade oils then they will get on your clothes true oils shouldn’t do this…..exception if you are using a dark yellow oil
Have you ever had the oil stain clothes?
No
No. I haven’t.
Can I use these In the washing machine , liquid fabric softener. Isn’t good for the machines could this work?
No. These are just for the dryer.
I use vinegar for fabric softener with a couple drops of essential oil. Smells great and all natural. You can also scent some epsom salts with essential oils and use the like scent beads. Makes everything mice and soft. Put the salts in the drum not in the softener dispenser.
Can you mix the oils on each ball? Like if wanted to switch up the scent, do I need to wash the ball first?
Yes. I mix them all the time and don’t wash.
My husband is really missing a strong dryer sheet scent on his clothes, any combination of oils that has a really strong scent anyone has come across? Thanks
If you’re getting oil spots on your clothes from dryer balls, check to make sure your essential oil is 100% EO and not cut with a carrier oil. Or do the drop test on white paper.
Have you found a blend that resembles a fabric softener smell? I’m trying to convert my family but my hubby loves that smell.
You can get these dryer balls from norwex. They come 3 in a box.
Love this!! Young living has an oil names Christmas spirit that is TO DIE FOR!!!!! I also link putting in thieves (also from young living.)
I never thought to use oil on my dryer balls. I get Melaleuca pure essential oil so I’ll give that a try. Interesting comments. Dryer sheets gave oil in them so whomever is stating oil in clothes the sheets also have an oil ingredient. Dryer balls way safer to use. Don’t forget people with fragrance sensitivities.