One time I got pure clove oil on the back of my hand and like an idiot rubbed it in and I got light headed and almost threw up just from how strong the smell was it was crazy I was humbled
Your way of presentation is so suttle and calm I need to expert opinion on how to dilute these oil my purpose is to promote hair growth and prevent dandruff the carrier oil I'm using is castor oil and the essential oils are peppermint,rosemary,tea tree and I like to use vitamin e oil too
Thank you for this educative video about how to dilute essential oils, and how to apply them. I enjoyed watching Explore your Dream Life channel recommended to me by TH-cam .I have liked and subscribed to the channel.
Hi thanks for this video. I need to ask if I want to make a blend for muscular pain- can I mix peppermint ,Eucalyptus, marjoram, lavender and ginger together with coconut oil?
Ive used essential oils for 30 years. Ive never diluted them for my personal medicinal purposes. I drop 3 drops in my clean hand swirl my hands together and inhale and rub wherever as needed. I use alot on the bottom of my feet and also neck/chest area. I think you get the maximum benefits using them undiluted. I do have some diluted in my DIY body care products I make. But for personal/ medicinal health i go straight up. I was schooled years ago on this. and it has worked great for me.
My roller (which seemed standard fare) was 2 tablespoons, or 1 fluid oz volume. For those with a similar setup, that will be about a 1/8 of a teaspoon of essential oil. Hope this helps! (And dear plant therapy, if my math is wrong, please chime in.) (p.s. very helpful series)
Making a room spray in a 4 oz bottle. I’m thinking 1.5 oz of vodka with chosen oils (not sure the drops ratio of these) shake well , then top off with distilled water . Does each spray need a base, middle, and top note? And, what’s the formula for calculating the amount of drops based on my above
I’m interested in the two videos you referred to - #7 and #8. Where can I find them? I didn’t see on your TH-cam channel or blog. I’m trying to find out how much frankincense and coconut oil for a 10 ml roller bottle, or mix in bigger batches so I can fill several (10) roller bottles for person suffering chronic back pain.
For every 30 ML (2TBSP) you will use 9 drops of your essential oil for every 1%. So 3% would be 27 drops mixed with 30 ML. That would give you 3 roller balls. So for 6 roller bottles 60 ML 6 TBSP and 54 drops of the oil. If you have more questions please email cs@planttherapy.com.
what a good carrier oil to use that will mix well enough with the essential oil that it wouldnt make it cloudy and also will turn the essential oil into a good sprayable perfume/body spray
PLEASE ANSWER!! so i am using JAMAICAN BLACK CASTOR OIL (as carrier) mixed with some argan oil to lighten it total carrier oil was 30ml so to this 30mls i added 14 drops of peppermint oil, 12 drops of lavender oil and 5 drops of tea tree oil - IS THIS TOO STRONG??????????? GOAL: promote hair growth/regrowth etc. try to prevent/slow male pattern baldness
Did you ever find out if this was too much? I have the same goal. I didn’t know I had to dilute the essential oils so all I’ve been doing is using tea tree oil and just started using rosemary oil for 2 days now (I have scalp psoriasis)
I'm glad I found your Channel. I have allergic reactions to almost all synthetic products. I recently bought some 99.8 percent organic cotton socks and they have practically changed my life. However, it is near impossible to find underwear or t-shirts in my size in organic cotton. That being said is an oil that I should use to stop this synthetic rash I get from my clothing? I am completely new to oil therapy. Thanks in advance!
Maybe you should try "Helichrysum" essential oil, I don't know if this would help, but you do need to do your research. I think this oil might help. Please research.
Very informative video.. I should have watched this before using essential oils. I have been allergic to almost all essential oils now since I used some hot oils like clove in my diluted oils, but may be I didn’t dilute properly and used large amounts. Now even if I use few drops of lavender with coconut oil and apply , my body gets heated up and getting leg cramps and discomfort. Any advise on this and will I ever be able to use these again ?
We are so sorry to hear this! Unfortunately, this sensitization can be a long term affect! We would recommend maybe trying a similar product such as Lavandin! www.planttherapy.com/search?Store_Code=PT&q=lavandin
Although you can use essential oils and herbs to cure certain illnesses I've heard people cure their carpal tunnel through vitamin b6 and arsenic. That's sounds shocking but even arsenic is a naturally occuring mineral and is an essential nutrient
Thanx for such a great & lovely description which helped me indeed! Pls let me know , is MCT cococnut oil and fractionated coconut oil is same? I mean MCT coconut oil can be used for face and skin?
Hello David! That is a wonderful question! We generally recommend using a carrier oil to help extend the scent life of your reed diffusers such as coconut oil. However, Glycerin is often used to help slow down the evaporation of fragrances in diys and can help it last longer. 😊😊💚💚🌱🌱
Hei.. my name is Rizka. I have 200ml of pure castor oil, 100ml pure candlenut oil, and 50ml pure pepermint oil. I want to ask what the best mix dilution for my hair care. Thankyou, i hope for your answer ^^
For your scalp, you will only want a 1% dilution rate. which is 2 tablespoons of carrier oil and 9 drops of your peppermint. You will not want to make big batches but small little batches so that they don't get rancid. Since we do not sell candlenut oil we can't be sure whether it will emulsify the oil or not. So you would want to look into that if it does, we would say you can use a tablespoon of each carrier oil for the dilution rate above. We hope this helps!
Thank you for the very informative video! I have a question. When I want to make a blend of essential oils and dilute them in a carrier oil, do I need to look at the total amount of all combined essential oils in order to calculate the dilution? For instance, do I make sure that each essential oil is 2% of the carrier oil (in which case combined I will have about 12% essential oils in the carrier oil) or all essential oils combined are 2% of the carrier oil?
@@danlightened --- "All essential oils should be 2% combined"!!! If you would do 2% or whatever dilution you are choosing on each essential oil, then it would be too strong of a dilution.
Hey you should check kenna on TH-cam she is a biochemist and has a whole series on essential oils.. and to answer your question she used several essential oils in carrier oil and the total of them all was 2% not 2% of each essential oil which will result in 12% hope this helps
I need diluted tea tree oil for my eyelids, so i need other type od solvent, than other oil. What kind of solvent will be the safest for this pourpose.? Could You please, explain this in your next videos?
I was wanting to use clove essential oil for my nephews earache what do you recommend diluting it with and I was thinking that it will be rubbed on the outside of the ear not internally. He just recently had his tonsils and Adenoids removed which is causing him ear pain
Can I add rosemary essential oil mixed in carrier oil on my son's scalp who is 20...is it safe...and how often should I use it...will it reduce premature grey
Hi . I’m new to this channel . I would like to use Lemon and Lavender oils , et al as an insect repellant . How do I go about this using a spray bottle ?
That is a wonderful question! Here is our amazing DIY pest spray you can follow: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/non-toxic-natural-pest-spray-diy?_pos=13&_sid=c8bed1543&_ss=r 💚💚🤗🤗🌱🌱
I heard about mixing rosemary, lavender and cedarwood with witch hazel to make a spray for hair growth. I am a bit hesitant to use witch hazel. What do you recommend to mix essential oils with for hair loss and growth solution? Kindly suggest. Thanks The mixture is about 10 drops of each oil with 1 oz witch hazel and 4 Oz distilled water.
10 drops of each oil in 5 oz of carrier would be lovely! Witch hazel would be great to use as a carrier. We would recommend adding Polysorbate 20 to help with emulsification! 😊💚
Would love to know how much “ Camphor “ you can add to 2 cups of Infused Rosemary Oil ? Fresh Rosemary was infused in a carrier oil for 4 hours in a crock pot and would love to know how much of Camphor to add and at what stage. Thank you :)
Im confused as to do you put the drops in the whole bottle of carrier oil and its good to go...or is it best to do per use...like 5 drops to some coconut oil Every time you do it?
For dermal purposes, I don't dilute the oil at all. The only time that I dilute the oil is when I consume it. I can add a drop or two of Oregano oil to my pot of pasta to flavor it. Or, I will add a drop of wintergreen, lemon or grapefruit oil to a 750 ml bottle of drinking water to flavor it.
Hello Retha! Thank God I found your channel. My other half is allergic to perfumes/fragrances and my understanding is that she has to use essential oils to smell nice, but these need to be diluted in a carrier oil. Would you recommend the 2% dilution in this case (6 drops of essential oil in 2 teaspoons of the carrier)?
This is such a wonderful question! We recommend using the dilution on the essential oil you are wanting to use! This blog will be helpful in designing your ideal perfume! blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2018/09/06/diy-perfume/
I am seeing that if someone tee tree oil gets into the body, mouth or eyes or otherwise, it is harmful. How do you recommend the safest way to wash our hands and palms to be very sure that the oil is completely removed. PS: I am observing that even after washing hands well 2-3 times, the smell of it stays back. Best,
Thank you for sharing ... approx how many drops of essential oils would I need to put in a 100ml or grams of diy body butter for daily use . Thank you for your assistance?
That is a wonderful question! No, you don't need to apply a flame to release the fragrance. Most essential oils and fragrance oils release their scent naturally at room temperature. You can use methods such as diffusing, applying topically, or by creating your spray. Here are a few wonderful resources that go more in depth into essential oils and their uses: www.planttherapy.com/pages/essential-oils-101 www.planttherapy.com/pages/help-center?hcUrl=%2Fen-US 💚💚😁😁🌱🌱
The only magnets that we have are the dilution charts, www.planttherapy.com/products/dilution-chart-magnet. You will have to look at the maximum dilution rate on each bottle and take the lowest rate. You can't have your dilution set higher than the lowest so if it's 2% and you have 6 oils you have to make sure that you only use 27 drops in a 30 ML carrier oil. So 27 would have to be divided by 6. Which is 4 drops of 3 oils and 3 oils that can have 5 drops. We hope this helps!
Yes you can! we would recommend a 1% dilution of castor oil and Rosemary essential oil. 2 TBSP of castor oil and 9 drops of Rosemary. We hope this helps!
Plant Therapy: The doctor told my elderly mother to try essential oils for an irritated/itchy red spot on her scalp. I was thinking a coconut carrier oil, but which essential oil do you suggest along with the proper diluting? Thank you.
Hi! A little late here, but jojoba oil would be great for a topical one since you’ll be applying it straight to the scalp! Coconut oil would be better used for the ends of the hair (if your hair is longer), as coconut oils tends to clog pores and potentially cause breakouts.
I have a chronic thyroid dysfunction and want to try daily thyroid massage using frankincense n myrrh essential oil. Would that have to be 2% or 5% dilution ?
I've made a face moisturizer for dry skin, i have used approx 2 tbsp of shea butter and 1 tbsp jojoba oil with 6-7 drops of essential oil (neroli light, lavender and rose geranium), is that safe? Im new to this so had no idea about safety and dilution ratio as i was just following a tutorial on natural moisturisers! She never advised on how much to use just a 'few drops' for a larger volume. Used it for a day and no reaction as such 🤐😑
That is a wonderful question! Here is our wonderful blog that goes into the different types of Polysorbate and when to use them: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/whats-the-deal-with-polysorbate?_pos=2&_sid=ba7818197&_ss=r Witch hazel is generally not enough to act as an emulsifier. Very high-proof alcohol can work however it is not an exact substitute and it would not be very nice if applied to the skin as alcohol is very drying. Here is our wonderful blog about Emulsifiers: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/what-is-an-emulsifer-and-why-do-i-need-it?_pos=1&_sid=ba7818197&_ss=r 💚💚🌱🌱🤩🤩
That is a great question! You can add the Rosemary oil straight to your shampoo bottle. For daily use, we recommend a dilution rate of 1%. That would be 9 drops per ounce of shampoo. 😍💚💜💇♀️
Eucalyptus and Frankincense are wonderful for pain. Almond oil would be a wonderful carrier oil so you can apply these oils topically. Here is a DIY to get you started: DIY Pain Rub Ingredients: 10 drops Eucalyptus Globus essential oil (or any Eucalyptus you have) 10 drops Frankincense Carterii essential oil (or any Frankincense you have) 2 tablespoons almond oil (Or your favorite carrier oil unscented lotion works wonderfully as well) Instructions: In a small glass bottle or jar, combine the eucalyptus and frankincense essential oils. Add the almond oil to the essential oils. Mix well by gently shaking the bottle or stirring with a clean spoon. To use, apply a small amount of the mixture to the affected area and massage gently. Store in a cool dark place when not in use. 🤗😀🙌💚
Hello Carrie! 👋 That is a great question! It honestly depends on the recipe and the number of oils and other liquids in the recipe. We recommend starting with a ratio of 1:1. If you have a recipe that calls for 100 drops of essential oil you would use 1 teaspoon of Polysorbate 80. As 100 drops of essential oil equals 1 teaspoon. 🥄 Then work your way up or down from there. It is very much trial and error. 🤔 We have some wonderful recipes on our website under our blog so you do not have to do the math.😊 We hope this helps!
Can you tell me how much quantity of essential oil should be added in herbal shampoo Ani which oil would be best for silky n shiny hair?? Can you tell me quantity of oil to be added in 200 ml shampoo
blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2015/08/10/comprehensive-essential-oil-dilution-chart/ According to the chart you will want to use 60 drops in 200 ML that is a 1% dilution and you dont want any higher on your scalp. I would recommend the Rosemary as it is good for hair and scalp.
We recommend following the max dilution recommendation of the oil you are using! On our products the dilution percentage can be found on the back of the label! 💚 blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2013/12/04/essential-oil-dilution-chart/
Hi everyone please help! How many drops or how much dilution do i need for scabies treatment? I already have tea tree oil and clove oil and VCO. :((( pls this skin disease is very frustrating. I badly neee help
Hi Retha, my name is Meagan. I make my own Hair oil and I dilute essential oils into my hair oil. I use 8oz of a carrier oil and I have 6 different essential oils that I want to use. How many drops of each of the 6 essential oils do you recommend I use in 8oz of a carrier oil?
We would recommend following the max dilution on the label. This could be a total dilution of 2% depending on the oils you use! www.planttherapy.com/blog/2013/12/04/essential-oil-dilution-chart/
You would want to make sure it is a KidSafe Eucalyptus oil, If it is not it could be to strong and end up burning the child. We recommend a 1.5% dilution all the way up to a 3% maximum dilution for 6 year old's. For the 1.5% it is 4 drops of essential oil in 10 ML bottle and the rest carrier oil. For the 3% dilution it would be 9 drops of essential oil and the rest would be carrier oil. We hope this helps!
Hi, I have a question, what about mixing an extract in liquid form to oil mixture? How? And do we need preservatives bdcause the extract is liquid (contains water)?
That's a great question! The need to dilute an extract in a carrier oil depends on the type of extract and its intended use. For instance, extracts like vanilla or peppermint that are intended for flavoring do not usually require dilution in carrier oils. On the other hand, concentrated extracts like herbal or essential oil extracts can be potent and unsafe for direct skin application. Therefore, it is advisable to dilute such extracts in carrier oils before use on the skin to reduce the intensity of the extract and promote safe usage. In terms of preservatives, the need for them depends on the extraction method, the type of extract, and intended use. Some extracts like those made with glycerin or alcohol can act as natural preservatives, while others may require preservatives to prevent microbial growth and ensure product safety. If you are making your own extracts, it is crucial to research and determine if a preservative is necessary for your specific extract. When purchasing extracts, you can check the ingredient list to see if a preservative has been included. Lastly, storing extracts in a cool and dark place and using them within a reasonable timeframe can help preserve their quality and potency. If you're unsure about any aspect of using extracts, it's always best to consult the manufacturers for more information. ☺☺💚💚😊😊
While adding essencial oil into carrier oil after a period of time some unwanted smell comes along with that, kindly help what I can add to remove such unwanted smell
You would only want to do a 1% dilution which is 30 ML of coconut oil and 9 drops of Rosemary. We would not recommend mixing it all together as it could go bad before you got to use it all.
That is a great question! For a 2 oz bottle of Jojoba Oil, you will want to add 16 drops of Peppermint. That will give you a dilution rate of 2%. We hope this helps! 💜💚😊😀
@@Planttherapy I want to use these oils for my scalp, aloe Vera gel, 1 spoon of almond oil 1 spoon of castor oil and 6 drops of tea tree oil, how would I dilute the essential oil’s? I read to mix these but wasn’t sure about dilution and stuf
That is a great question! The directions on the bottle should tell you how much to use based on the size of your spray for both the emulsifier and preservative. 💜💚😍
Those are wonderful questions! Essential oils, like Frankincense, are volatile liquids that while they can't be applied directly to the skin without dilution are full of wonderful benefits. This is where carrier oils come in. Carrier oils, such as coconut or jojoba oil, are used to safely dilute essential oils for topical use. Fractionated coconut oil is a type of carrier oil that has been processed to remove long-chain fatty acids, so it stays liquid at room temperature and is great for mixing with essential oils. 🌱💚😁😊
I have a 16oz jar of pure coconut oil and a 1fl oz of oregano vulgare l poured a little more than half of oregano into the coconut oil is this amount safe to rub on entire body for scabies out break
So it depends on the oil that you are using. If you used 12 drops of lavender and a 30 Ml bottle You would have like a 1.2% dilution of lavender. So if you go by this 9 drops for every 1% of a dilution. So 2% would be 18 drops 3 % would be 27 drops and so on. Then fill the rest of the bottle with a carrier oil and just rock the bottle back and forth for about 3-5 minutes to blend the oil and carrier oil together. We hope this helps!
@@Planttherapy thank you but what if I have lemon grapefruit and orange oil and I have to do 2% for body oil with 12 drops in a 30ml Would it be three each and fill the rest with carrier oil? I'm really new to this.
@@TheKrista5 If you do 12 drops you will not have a 2% dilution rate. Its 18 drops which i would do 6 of grapefruit 6 and 6 of lemon. Then fill with a carrier oil.
Yes, you can add 2 oils together, In this case, you can have a 5% max dilution with the 2 oils mentioned. SO 45 drops with 30 ML or 2 Tablespoons of carrier oil. That is just using the dilution chart that is in our resource center on the website.
I feel like I’m gonna blow up if I use essential oils wrong 😵💫😂
Me just using a essential oil on my skin just to smell good with no carrier or dilution
😂😂😂 this is so me. I feel like I will just drop dead if I use it wrongly
One time I got pure clove oil on the back of my hand and like an idiot rubbed it in and I got light headed and almost threw up just from how strong the smell was it was crazy I was humbled
@@Tha_AntiChrist😂😂😂
Your way of presentation is so suttle and calm I need to expert opinion on how to dilute these oil my purpose is to promote hair growth and prevent dandruff the carrier oil I'm using is castor oil and the essential oils are peppermint,rosemary,tea tree and I like to use vitamin e oil too
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Thank you for this educative video about how to dilute essential oils, and how to apply them. I enjoyed watching Explore your Dream Life channel recommended to me by TH-cam .I have liked and subscribed to the channel.
Can I dilute lavender essential oil with coconut oil for my face
Yes you can! We recommend a 1% dilution for anything that is going on your face.
Hi thanks for this video. I need to ask if I want to make a blend for muscular pain- can I mix peppermint ,Eucalyptus, marjoram, lavender and ginger together with coconut oil?
Ive used essential oils for 30 years. Ive never diluted them for my personal medicinal purposes. I drop 3 drops in my clean hand swirl my hands together and inhale and rub wherever as needed. I use alot on the bottom of my feet and also neck/chest area. I think you get the maximum benefits using them undiluted. I do have some diluted in my DIY body care products I make. But for personal/ medicinal health i go straight up. I was schooled years ago on this. and it has worked great for me.
Well, you have been "schooled" completely wrong! Essential oils should "always" be diluted with a carrier oil!!!!
@@beautymariely I dont get it whats the difference if you dilute it or not
My roller (which seemed standard fare) was 2 tablespoons, or 1 fluid oz volume. For those with a similar setup, that will be about a 1/8 of a teaspoon of essential oil. Hope this helps! (And dear plant therapy, if my math is wrong, please chime in.) (p.s. very helpful series)
While using essential oil in a diffuser ...do i dilute it with water or a carrier oil
Making a room spray in a 4 oz bottle. I’m thinking 1.5 oz of vodka with chosen oils (not sure the drops ratio of these) shake well , then top off with distilled water . Does each spray need a base, middle, and top note? And, what’s the formula for calculating the amount of drops based on my above
I’m interested in the two videos you referred to - #7 and #8. Where can I find them? I didn’t see on your TH-cam channel or blog.
I’m trying to find out how much frankincense and coconut oil for a 10 ml roller bottle, or mix in bigger batches so I can fill several (10) roller bottles for person suffering chronic back pain.
For every 30 ML (2TBSP) you will use 9 drops of your essential oil for every 1%. So 3% would be 27 drops mixed with 30 ML. That would give you 3 roller balls. So for 6 roller bottles 60 ML 6 TBSP and 54 drops of the oil. If you have more questions please email cs@planttherapy.com.
what a good carrier oil to use that will mix well enough with the essential oil that it wouldnt make it cloudy and also will turn the essential oil into a good sprayable perfume/body spray
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PLEASE ANSWER!!
so i am using JAMAICAN BLACK CASTOR OIL (as carrier) mixed with some argan oil to lighten it
total carrier oil was 30ml
so to this 30mls
i added 14 drops of peppermint oil, 12 drops of lavender oil and 5 drops of tea tree oil - IS THIS TOO STRONG???????????
GOAL: promote hair growth/regrowth etc. try to prevent/slow male pattern baldness
Did you ever find out if this was too much? I have the same goal. I didn’t know I had to dilute the essential oils so all I’ve been doing is using tea tree oil and just started using rosemary oil for 2 days now (I have scalp psoriasis)
which carrier oils are greasy? and recommended to use less in volumes when making hair /skin oils ? thanks .. great video
Did u get ur answer? Even me wanna know
0:50 diluting oils
1:29 useing water to dilute it
1:51 how to decide to pick dilution
Happy to know that I have to be a chemist as well as an essential oils expert.
I'm glad I found your Channel. I have allergic reactions to almost all synthetic products. I recently bought some 99.8 percent organic cotton socks and they have practically changed my life. However, it is near impossible to find underwear or t-shirts in my size in organic cotton. That being said is an oil that I should use to stop this synthetic rash I get from my clothing? I am completely new to oil therapy. Thanks in advance!
Maybe you should try "Helichrysum" essential oil, I don't know if this would help, but you do need to do your research. I think this oil might help. Please research.
Hi, please advise the dilution percentage to the hair shampoo
Hi
Is distilled water or glycerine necessary for making perfume?
What is the use of distilled water with the perfume?
Very informative video.. I should have watched this before using essential oils. I have been allergic to almost all essential oils now since I used some hot oils like clove in my diluted oils, but may be I didn’t dilute properly and used large amounts. Now even if I use few drops of lavender with coconut oil and apply , my body gets heated up and getting leg cramps and discomfort. Any advise on this and will I ever be able to use these again ?
We are so sorry to hear this! Unfortunately, this sensitization can be a long term affect! We would recommend maybe trying a similar product such as Lavandin! www.planttherapy.com/search?Store_Code=PT&q=lavandin
@@Planttherapy --- "Effect"!!!
I need to know how to diluting Cypress oil Wintergreen and coconut oils I'm using it for carpal tunnel
Although you can use essential oils and herbs to cure certain illnesses I've heard people cure their carpal tunnel through vitamin b6 and arsenic. That's sounds shocking but even arsenic is a naturally occuring mineral and is an essential nutrient
@@sohailislam3416 Arsenic? Is not a poison?
@@azitakhosravi6875 it is in high doses but even arsenic is a mineral required for humans and exists in skills
Thanx for such a great & lovely description which helped me indeed! Pls let me know , is MCT cococnut oil and fractionated coconut oil is same? I mean MCT coconut oil can be used for face and skin?
Hello?My name is David.I make reed diffuser.Please I’m looking for chemical that can make fragrance last longer
Hello David! That is a wonderful question! We generally recommend using a carrier oil to help extend the scent life of your reed diffusers such as coconut oil. However, Glycerin is often used to help slow down the evaporation of fragrances in diys and can help it last longer. 😊😊💚💚🌱🌱
Hei.. my name is Rizka. I have 200ml of pure castor oil, 100ml pure candlenut oil, and 50ml pure pepermint oil. I want to ask what the best mix dilution for my hair care. Thankyou, i hope for your answer ^^
For your scalp, you will only want a 1% dilution rate. which is 2 tablespoons of carrier oil and 9 drops of your peppermint. You will not want to make big batches but small little batches so that they don't get rancid. Since we do not sell candlenut oil we can't be sure whether it will emulsify the oil or not. So you would want to look into that if it does, we would say you can use a tablespoon of each carrier oil for the dilution rate above. We hope this helps!
Is there a difference in getting oils from distilling as opposed to extraction? Does one process produce purer oils than the others? Thanks
Thank you for the very informative video! I have a question. When I want to make a blend of essential oils and dilute them in a carrier oil, do I need to look at the total amount of all combined essential oils in order to calculate the dilution? For instance, do I make sure that each essential oil is 2% of the carrier oil (in which case combined I will have about 12% essential oils in the carrier oil) or all essential oils combined are 2% of the carrier oil?
I think it's all essential oils should be 2% because some essential oils can be ver potent.
I have had the exact same question for years without an answer.
@@danlightened --- "All essential oils should be 2% combined"!!! If you would do 2% or whatever dilution you are choosing on each essential oil, then it would be too strong of a dilution.
@@beautymariely I plan to make perfumes. Normal perfumes are at a dilution of 10-20%. So how can only 2% in total suffice?
Hey you should check kenna on TH-cam she is a biochemist and has a whole series on essential oils.. and to answer your question she used several essential oils in carrier oil and the total of them all was 2% not 2% of each essential oil which will result in 12% hope this helps
I need diluted tea tree oil for my eyelids, so i need other type od solvent, than other oil. What kind of solvent will be the safest for this pourpose.? Could You please, explain this in your next videos?
I was wanting to use clove essential oil for my nephews earache what do you recommend diluting it with and I was thinking that it will be rubbed on the outside of the ear not internally. He just recently had his tonsils and Adenoids removed which is causing him ear pain
Hi.thanks for your videos.i wanted to dilute lemon grass oil for fungal infection. what do i do?
Can I add rosemary essential oil mixed in carrier oil on my son's scalp who is 20...is it safe...and how often should I use it...will it reduce premature grey
How do we dilute essential oils in DMSO?
Hi . I’m new to this channel . I would like to use Lemon and Lavender oils , et al as an insect repellant . How do I go about this using a spray bottle ?
That is a wonderful question! Here is our amazing DIY pest spray you can follow: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/non-toxic-natural-pest-spray-diy?_pos=13&_sid=c8bed1543&_ss=r 💚💚🤗🤗🌱🌱
I heard about mixing rosemary, lavender and cedarwood with witch hazel to make a spray for hair growth. I am a bit hesitant to use witch hazel. What do you recommend to mix essential oils with for hair loss and growth solution? Kindly suggest. Thanks
The mixture is about 10 drops of each oil with 1 oz witch hazel and 4 Oz distilled water.
10 drops of each oil in 5 oz of carrier would be lovely! Witch hazel would be great to use as a carrier. We would recommend adding Polysorbate 20 to help with emulsification! 😊💚
Would love to know how much “ Camphor “ you can add to 2 cups of Infused Rosemary Oil ? Fresh Rosemary was infused in a carrier oil for 4 hours in a crock pot and would love to know how much of Camphor to add and at what stage. Thank you :)
hi, thanks for the information, how much pepermint oil could i put into my shampoo n conditioners? what's the persentage rate?
So for diluting in to shampoo. DOyou first add it to a carrier oil or just straight in to the shampoo?
Im confused as to do you put the drops in the whole bottle of carrier oil and its good to go...or is it best to do per use...like 5 drops to some coconut oil Every time you do it?
Can i use olive oil to dilute my rosemary oil
For dermal purposes, I don't dilute the oil at all. The only time that I dilute the oil is when I consume it. I can add a drop or two of Oregano oil to my pot of pasta to flavor it. Or, I will add a drop of wintergreen, lemon or grapefruit oil to a 750 ml bottle of drinking water to flavor it.
Wait please tell me you're joking, you can't consume essential oils, you're poisoning yourself...
How to use essential oil when making hair oil?
Hello Retha! Thank God I found your channel. My other half is allergic to perfumes/fragrances and my understanding is that she has to use essential oils to smell nice, but these need to be diluted in a carrier oil. Would you recommend the 2% dilution in this case (6 drops of essential oil in 2 teaspoons of the carrier)?
This is such a wonderful question! We recommend using the dilution on the essential oil you are wanting to use! This blog will be helpful in designing your ideal perfume! blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2018/09/06/diy-perfume/
Thank you! ❤
thank you! I am new to this and I found your series really helpful!!
I am seeing that if someone tee tree oil gets into the body, mouth or eyes or otherwise, it is harmful. How do you recommend the safest way to wash our hands and palms to be very sure that the oil is completely removed.
PS: I am observing that even after washing hands well 2-3 times, the smell of it stays back.
Best,
Hi,Thank you so much for this video.I would like to ask you ,how to dilute grapeseed or jojoba oil for rosacea. Thank you in advance.
Hello! Carrier oils do not need to be further diluted!
@@Planttherapy Does this mean that they can be used in unlimited amounts?
Thank you for sharing ... approx how many drops of essential oils would I need to put in a 100ml or grams of diy body butter for daily use . Thank you for your assistance?
That is a great question! For daily use, we recommend about a 2% dilution rate. That would be 60 drops in a 100 mL container of botty butter. 💚💜😍🤗
Ok, so I don't apply a flame so it will release the fragrance?
That is a wonderful question! No, you don't need to apply a flame to release the fragrance. Most essential oils and fragrance oils release their scent naturally at room temperature. You can use methods such as diffusing, applying topically, or by creating your spray. Here are a few wonderful resources that go more in depth into essential oils and their uses: www.planttherapy.com/pages/essential-oils-101
www.planttherapy.com/pages/help-center?hcUrl=%2Fen-US 💚💚😁😁🌱🌱
Where do I buy the magnet lists? Also can I mix several oils together with the carrier oils ?
The only magnets that we have are the dilution charts, www.planttherapy.com/products/dilution-chart-magnet. You will have to look at the maximum dilution rate on each bottle and take the lowest rate. You can't have your dilution set higher than the lowest so if it's 2% and you have 6 oils you have to make sure that you only use 27 drops in a 30 ML carrier oil. So 27 would have to be divided by 6. Which is 4 drops of 3 oils and 3 oils that can have 5 drops. We hope this helps!
I wanted to use essential oils and fragrance oils as a way to make cologne or perfume. Is it okay if I mix essential oils with fragrance oils?
How about cucunot oil w / eucalyptus for body massage?
You can do that but no more than a 1% dilution. We hope that helps!
🦋I highly recommend using fractionated coconut oil, cold pressed pile oil or jojoba oil
could you put these on your scalp for hair growth
Yes you can! we would recommend a 1% dilution of castor oil and Rosemary essential oil. 2 TBSP of castor oil and 9 drops of Rosemary. We hope this helps!
Plant Therapy: The doctor told my elderly mother to try essential oils for an irritated/itchy red spot on her scalp. I was thinking a coconut carrier oil, but which essential oil do you suggest along with the proper diluting? Thank you.
Hi! A little late here, but jojoba oil would be great for a topical one since you’ll be applying it straight to the scalp! Coconut oil would be better used for the ends of the hair (if your hair is longer), as coconut oils tends to clog pores and potentially cause breakouts.
Pretty late, but you can try "Helichrysum" essential oil, and probably 1-2% dilution.
Please ma’am how can I dilute rosehip oil with lavender oil??? I want to use it on my face & body
I have a chronic thyroid dysfunction and want to try daily thyroid massage using frankincense n myrrh essential oil. Would that have to be 2% or 5% dilution ?
If you are doing it daily we would recommend using a 1-2% dilution. The less the better if you apply it daily.
I've made a face moisturizer for dry skin, i have used approx 2 tbsp of shea butter and 1 tbsp jojoba oil with 6-7 drops of essential oil (neroli light, lavender and rose geranium), is that safe? Im new to this so had no idea about safety and dilution ratio as i was just following a tutorial on natural moisturisers! She never advised on how much to use just a 'few drops' for a larger volume. Used it for a day and no reaction as such 🤐😑
Which polysorbate is suitable? Is witch hazel good and can do the job
That is a wonderful question! Here is our wonderful blog that goes into the different types of Polysorbate and when to use them: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/whats-the-deal-with-polysorbate?_pos=2&_sid=ba7818197&_ss=r
Witch hazel is generally not enough to act as an emulsifier. Very high-proof alcohol can work however it is not an exact substitute and it would not be very nice if applied to the skin as alcohol is very drying. Here is our wonderful blog about Emulsifiers: www.planttherapy.com/blogs/blog/what-is-an-emulsifer-and-why-do-i-need-it?_pos=1&_sid=ba7818197&_ss=r 💚💚🌱🌱🤩🤩
Can we mix orange essential oil in rosemary oil and glycerin plus vitamin e capsule then use its two drop on face? is there any side effect of it..
please help . my hair is thinning like crazy , how much rosemary oil can i add to my shampoo for each hair wash ? thank you
That is a great question! You can add the Rosemary oil straight to your shampoo bottle. For daily use, we recommend a dilution rate of 1%. That would be 9 drops per ounce of shampoo. 😍💚💜💇♀️
I only jojoba oil to use a carrier. How many drops of rosemary should I add?😊
2 tablespoons of Jojoba and 9 drops of Rosemary.
will eucalyptus work with frankrnsence to rub on painful joints. Or is almond oil better
Eucalyptus and Frankincense are wonderful for pain. Almond oil would be a wonderful carrier oil so you can apply these oils topically. Here is a DIY to get you started:
DIY Pain Rub
Ingredients:
10 drops Eucalyptus Globus essential oil (or any Eucalyptus you have)
10 drops Frankincense Carterii essential oil (or any Frankincense you have)
2 tablespoons almond oil (Or your favorite carrier oil unscented lotion works wonderfully as well)
Instructions:
In a small glass bottle or jar, combine the eucalyptus and frankincense essential oils.
Add the almond oil to the essential oils.
Mix well by gently shaking the bottle or stirring with a clean spoon.
To use, apply a small amount of the mixture to the affected area and massage gently.
Store in a cool dark place when not in use. 🤗😀🙌💚
How make the essential oil for hair?
So i can use water instead of the carrier oil? If i want to use tea tree oil on face
What's the percentage of polysorbate 80 do you need to make the oils and liquids mix?
Hello Carrie! 👋 That is a great question! It honestly depends on the recipe and the number of oils and other liquids in the recipe. We recommend starting with a ratio of 1:1. If you have a recipe that calls for 100 drops of essential oil you would use 1 teaspoon of Polysorbate 80. As 100 drops of essential oil equals 1 teaspoon. 🥄 Then work your way up or down from there. It is very much trial and error. 🤔 We have some wonderful recipes on our website under our blog so you do not have to do the math.😊 We hope this helps!
Can you tell me how much quantity of essential oil should be added in herbal shampoo Ani which oil would be best for silky n shiny hair??
Can you tell me quantity of oil to be added in 200 ml shampoo
blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2015/08/10/comprehensive-essential-oil-dilution-chart/ According to the chart you will want to use 60 drops in 200 ML that is a 1% dilution and you dont want any higher on your scalp. I would recommend the Rosemary as it is good for hair and scalp.
i want to mix 6 types of essential oils to water pls suggest natural or chemical emusifier in powder from will also do
Can I add 3/4 essential oil together to carrier oil for hairgrowth?
We recommend following the max dilution recommendation of the oil you are using! On our products the dilution percentage can be found on the back of the label! 💚 blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2013/12/04/essential-oil-dilution-chart/
how many drops of rosemary oil can i put into 250 ml of virgin coconut oil?
Can you mix essential oil and mineral oil
Hi everyone please help! How many drops or how much dilution do i need for scabies treatment? I already have tea tree oil and clove oil and VCO. :((( pls this skin disease is very frustrating. I badly neee help
Hi can i mix castor oil,coconut oil and lemongrass essential oil?
which essential oil should be added with which carrier oil for hair growth and in what ratio?
blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2018/02/22/hair-types-essential-oils/
How to mix oill for reverse or turned white beard to black ?
Can we use Rosemary oil mixed with Olive oil for hair
Yes as long as you do a dilution of 1%. Which is 2 tablespoons of Olive oil and 9 drops of Rosemary.
Hi Retha, my name is Meagan. I make my own Hair oil and I dilute essential oils into my hair oil. I use 8oz of a carrier oil and I have 6 different essential oils that I want to use. How many drops of each of the 6 essential oils do you recommend I use in 8oz of a carrier oil?
We would recommend following the max dilution on the label. This could be a total dilution of 2% depending on the oils you use! www.planttherapy.com/blog/2013/12/04/essential-oil-dilution-chart/
For skin issues is it ok to use 5-10% dilution daily or will it harm the skin?
If it is daily use we recommend a 1-2% dilution if you are only using it for a short period of time a 5-10% dilution would be ok. We hope this helps!
I want to make my own cleaner with bleach, can i mix essential oil with it to add scent?
Yes
You should avoid bleach if you intend to use it as a face cleaner or use it on skin
Hi, how do I mix eucalyptus essential oil to coconut oil for 6 years old?
You would want to make sure it is a KidSafe Eucalyptus oil, If it is not it could be to strong and end up burning the child. We recommend a 1.5% dilution all the way up to a 3% maximum dilution for 6 year old's. For the 1.5% it is 4 drops of essential oil in 10 ML bottle and the rest carrier oil. For the 3% dilution it would be 9 drops of essential oil and the rest would be carrier oil. We hope this helps!
Is meetha itr / Biryani essence , water soluble?
Hi, I have a question, what about mixing an extract in liquid form to oil mixture? How? And do we need preservatives bdcause the extract is liquid (contains water)?
That's a great question! The need to dilute an extract in a carrier oil depends on the type of extract and its intended use. For instance, extracts like vanilla or peppermint that are intended for flavoring do not usually require dilution in carrier oils.
On the other hand, concentrated extracts like herbal or essential oil extracts can be potent and unsafe for direct skin application. Therefore, it is advisable to dilute such extracts in carrier oils before use on the skin to reduce the intensity of the extract and promote safe usage.
In terms of preservatives, the need for them depends on the extraction method, the type of extract, and intended use. Some extracts like those made with glycerin or alcohol can act as natural preservatives, while others may require preservatives to prevent microbial growth and ensure product safety.
If you are making your own extracts, it is crucial to research and determine if a preservative is necessary for your specific extract. When purchasing extracts, you can check the ingredient list to see if a preservative has been included.
Lastly, storing extracts in a cool and dark place and using them within a reasonable timeframe can help preserve their quality and potency. If you're unsure about any aspect of using extracts, it's always best to consult the manufacturers for more information. ☺☺💚💚😊😊
While adding essencial oil into carrier oil after a period of time some unwanted smell comes along with that, kindly help what I can add to remove such unwanted smell
Can i use essential oil with mustard oil?
For hair growth.....
In diffuser can we add directly in water?
If diluted in olive oil, can you apply it on your face?
I've got a 500ml tub of coconut oil and want to put rosemary oil in it for my hair. How much can I put it that tub to use once a week?
You would only want to do a 1% dilution which is 30 ML of coconut oil and 9 drops of Rosemary. We would not recommend mixing it all together as it could go bad before you got to use it all.
I tried mixing with natural carrier oil (sweet almond oil) but they are separated :(
I'm trying to make a hair oil I have 100% peppermint oil how many drop do I add to a 2 oz bottle of Jajoba oil?
That is a great question! For a 2 oz bottle of Jojoba Oil, you will want to add 16 drops of Peppermint. That will give you a dilution rate of 2%. We hope this helps! 💜💚😊😀
@@Planttherapy I want to use these oils for my scalp, aloe Vera gel, 1 spoon of almond oil 1 spoon of castor oil and 6 drops of tea tree oil, how would I dilute the essential oil’s? I read to mix these but wasn’t sure about dilution and stuf
@@nibbax7772 9 drops of tea tree in 30 ML of your carrier which is 2 TBSP of the aloe vera and the almond and castor oil.
Hi! do i have to use soluble for linen sprays?
Can I dilute tha whole ta tree oil in one container with coconut oil.?
How much drops of rosemary should be diluted with 100 ml shampoo
& 100mL of coconut oil?
Hello, how many percent of essential peppeemimt oil should I use on my scalp.
For daily usage, we recommend a 1% dilution rate. That is 9 drops of Peppermint per ounce of Shampoo. 💚😍💜😊💇♀️
Hello. How would I know how much should I use an emulsifier to the essential oil to mix it with water? Thank you
That is a great question! The directions on the bottle should tell you how much to use based on the size of your spray for both the emulsifier and preservative. 💜💚😍
Still not sure what dif is between a carrier oil and frankincense. Also what is fractionated oil?
Those are wonderful questions! Essential oils, like Frankincense, are volatile liquids that while they can't be applied directly to the skin without dilution are full of wonderful benefits. This is where carrier oils come in. Carrier oils, such as coconut or jojoba oil, are used to safely dilute essential oils for topical use. Fractionated coconut oil is a type of carrier oil that has been processed to remove long-chain fatty acids, so it stays liquid at room temperature and is great for mixing with essential oils. 🌱💚😁😊
Hello
Nice video 👍
Is ther a natural or a human friendly emulsifier on the market and something similar to prolong the shelf life?
I have a 16oz jar of pure coconut oil and a 1fl oz of oregano vulgare l poured a little more than half of oregano into the coconut oil is this amount safe to rub on entire body for scabies out break
Any body wash we can make using Castile soap and essential oils?
Great question! This would be a great recipe to follow! blog.planttherapy.com/blog/2018/09/13/plant-therapy-essentials-relax-body-wash/
Let's say I have a 30mL bottle. I'm doing 12 drops of essential oils. Do I fill the rest of the bottle with the carrier oil?
So it depends on the oil that you are using. If you used 12 drops of lavender and a 30 Ml bottle You would have like a 1.2% dilution of lavender. So if you go by this 9 drops for every 1% of a dilution. So 2% would be 18 drops 3 % would be 27 drops and so on. Then fill the rest of the bottle with a carrier oil and just rock the bottle back and forth for about 3-5 minutes to blend the oil and carrier oil together. We hope this helps!
@@Planttherapy thank you but what if I have lemon grapefruit and orange oil and I have to do 2% for body oil with 12 drops in a 30ml Would it be three each and fill the rest with carrier oil? I'm really new to this.
@@TheKrista5 If you do 12 drops you will not have a 2% dilution rate. Its 18 drops which i would do 6 of grapefruit 6 and 6 of lemon. Then fill with a carrier oil.
@@Planttherapy ok thank you so much❤❤❤
how much peppermint oil do I need to dilute if I am using for my hair?
9 drops of peppermint to 30 ML of carrier oil or shampoo, (2 TBSP).
Which carrier oil is best to be used with tea tree oil?
Coconut oil is very popular! Jojoba oil is amazing as well! 💚
I want to use tea tree essential oil for face. My skin is oily, so which carrier oil is good for diluting tea tree essential oil?
What is the ratio for hair oil
How much essential oil can i mix in essential oil,, like can i mix lavender oil,,teatree oil etc ,,at the same time?
Yes, you can add 2 oils together, In this case, you can have a 5% max dilution with the 2 oils mentioned. SO 45 drops with 30 ML or 2 Tablespoons of carrier oil. That is just using the dilution chart that is in our resource center on the website.
For Pimples- ratio for essential oil and the career oil?