DILUTION GUIDE
Learn how you and your family can safely apply essential oils topically.
ESSENTIAL OIL DILUTION
Essential oils are highly concentrated. To dilute them, add your favorite carrier oil. This process will help "carry" the oils into the skin for better absorption, spread further and protect the skin from irritation. See the chart below dilution guidelines.
DILUTION%
0.5%
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
5ml bottle
(1 tsp carrier oil)
Less than 1
E.O. drop
1 E.O. drop
3 E.O. drops
4 E.O. drops
6 E.O. drops
7 E.O. drops
10ml bottle
(2 tsp carrier oil)
1 E.O. drop
3 E.O. drops
6 E.O. drops
9 E.O. drops
12 E.O. drops
15 E.O. drops
15ml bottle
(3 tsp carrier oil)
2 E.O. drops
4 E.O. drops
9 E.O. drops
13 E.O. drops
18 E.O. drops
22 E.O. drops
30ml bottle
(6 tsp carrier oil)
4 E.O. drops
9 E.O. drops
18 E.O. drops
27 E.O. drops
36 E.O. drops
45 E.O. drops
GENERAL GUIDELINES
0.5%1 drop essential oil to 2 tsp of carrier oil - Infants (6-24 months)
1%3 drops essential oils to 2 tsp of carrier oil - Elderly, Facial application
2%6 drops essential oils to 2 tsp of carrier oil - Maximum daily recommended dilution
5%15 drops essential oils to 2 tsp of carrier oil - Short term use
Please consult with an aromatherapist or medical professional before using essential oils on children under two years of age. Hot oils such as Cinnamon, Clove Bud, and Oregano should be diluted to 0.5%, and should not be used on children under ten years of age.
***THESE SUGGESTED RANGES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED DOSAGE.
Patch test: For first time use of an essential oil, a safe practice is to place a drop of diluted essential oil to a small area of skin such as the inside elbow. After application, be aware of adverse reactions for the first 24 hours. Possible reactions include skin irritation, headache, nausea, respiratory complaints or dizziness.
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DILUTION GUIDE
Learn how you and your family can safely apply essential oils topically.
ESSENTIAL OIL DILUTION
Essential oils are highly concentrated. To dilute them, add your favorite carrier oil. This process will help "carry" the oils into the skin for better absorption, spread further and protect the skin from irritation. See the chart below dilution guidelines.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
0.5%Infants (6-24 months), "Hot oils" (examples: Cinnamon, Clove Bud, Oregano)
1%Children over 2 years old, Elderly, Immunocompromised, Daily skin care regimens
2%Adult and maximum recommended dilution for children age 2+
3%4%5%Acute for short term application on a small area
***THESE SUGGESTED RANGES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED DOSAGE.
Patch test: For first time use of an essential oil, a safe practice is to place a drop of diluted essential oil to a small area of skin such as the inside elbow. After application, be aware of adverse reactions for the first 24 hours. Possible reactions include skin irritation, headache, nausea, respiratory complaints or diziness.
Essential oils are potent and powerful; a little goes a long way. The more carrier oil added, the lower the risk for irritation and sensitization.
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