Diluting Essential Oils
This statement by Robert Tisserand explains quite well why dilution is important:
“Essential oil dilution is important for two safety reasons. One, to avoid skin reactions: irritation, sensitization, and phototoxicity. Two, to avoid systemic toxicity, such as fetotoxicity, hepatotoxicity, carcinogenicity, and neurotoxicity. Adverse skin reactions are obvious when they happen, but systemic toxicities may not be. Skin reactions are totally dilution-dependent, and safety guidelines exist to minimize risk.”
These are general guidelines for diluting. Always use the lowest dilution rate as you possibly can that gives you your effective result. With Essential Oils, less is often better than more!
AGES: 6 MONTHS – 6 YEARS
0.25% Dilution
1 drop of Essential Oil mixed with 4 teaspoons of Carrier.
AGES 6+, Pregnant Women, the elderly, anyone with sensitive skin, anyone with a compromised immune system, or anyone with serious health issues. This ratio is recommended for face products or for when applying to large parts of the body.
1.0% Dilution
1 drop of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
Most adults, most every situation, ideal dilution ratio for daily use.
2.0% Dilution
2 drops of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
ADULTS ONLY, BUT FOR SHORT TERM USE ONLY FOR ISSUES LIKE MUSCLE PAIN, CONGESTION DUE TO THE COMMON COLD ETC.
3.0% Dilution
3 drops of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
ADULTS ONLY, THIS DILUTION RATIO IS NOT USED VERY OFTEN, TEMPORARY USE FOR SEVERE PAIN.
25% Dilution
25 drops mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
0.25% Dilution
1 drop of Essential Oil mixed with 4 teaspoons of Carrier.
AGES 6+, Pregnant Women, the elderly, anyone with sensitive skin, anyone with a compromised immune system, or anyone with serious health issues. This ratio is recommended for face products or for when applying to large parts of the body.
1.0% Dilution
1 drop of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
Most adults, most every situation, ideal dilution ratio for daily use.
2.0% Dilution
2 drops of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
ADULTS ONLY, BUT FOR SHORT TERM USE ONLY FOR ISSUES LIKE MUSCLE PAIN, CONGESTION DUE TO THE COMMON COLD ETC.
3.0% Dilution
3 drops of Essential Oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
ADULTS ONLY, THIS DILUTION RATIO IS NOT USED VERY OFTEN, TEMPORARY USE FOR SEVERE PAIN.
25% Dilution
25 drops mixed with 1 teaspoon of Carrier.
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Dilution Ratios for a 10ml (1/3 ounce) Roller Bottle
1% = 2 Drops 2% = 4 Drops 3% = 6 Drops 5% = 10 Drops 10% = 20 Drops 15% = 30 Drops 20% = 40 Drops 25% = 50 Drops Roller Bottles are super convenient for you to carry in a pocket, purse, diaper bag or in your desk drawer! |
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DILUTION RATIOS FOR LARGER QUANTITIES
1% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 6 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 12 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 36 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 48 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 60 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 12 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 24 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 48 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 96 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 120 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
3% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 18 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 36 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 72 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 144 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 180 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
1% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 6 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 12 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 36 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 48 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 60 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 12 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 24 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 48 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 96 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 120 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
3% DILUTION
1 OZ. CARRIER = 18 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
2 OZ. CARRIER = 36 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
4 OZ. CARRIER = 72 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
8 OZ. CARRIER = 144 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL
10 OZ. CARRIER = 180 DROPS ESSENTIAL OIL