Methods of Essential Oil use:
Inhaltion:
1 - 2 drops on a tissue or handkerchief and inhale deeply. Tissue may also be inserted inside pillowcase while sleeping. Add 4 to 6 drops of oil to a sink of hot water, cover head with towel and inhale vapors deeply through your nose.
Massage or Body Oil:
8 - 10 drops of Essential Oil per 15 mls (1 tablespoon) of carrier oil.
Bath & Shower:
Add 8 - 10 drops to a full bath. Inhale vapors deeply while bathing. Oils will also be absorbed by the skin. While showering, add 3 drops of oil to a face cloth or sponge and rub briskly over body.
Compress:
Add 5 - 6 drops of oil to a bowl of warm water. Soak cloth in water and apply to injured or sore part of the body.
Skin Care:
Add 10 - 12 drops for every 30 mIs (1 oz) of skin care product (moisturizing cream or lotion).
Hair Care:
Add 10 - 12 drops for every 30 mIs (1 oz) of hair care product.
Environmental Fragrancing (Diffuser):
Add 3 drops of oil to melted wax part of candle - do not put directly on flame. Add 6 - 8 drops to water in bowl of ceramic or pottery room diffuser. Add 1 - 2 drops to car diffuser. Add 5 drops to light bulb ring and place directly on light bulb. Boil water in pot, remove from heat and add 10 - 12 drops of oil. For room spray, add 20 -50 drops to 120 ml water in mister bottle.
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub:
Add 8 - 12 drops, depending on size of jacuzzi / hot tub.
Perfume: Mix Essential Oil with carrier oil for perfume.
5 - 15 drops of Essentiol Oil for every 1 tablespoon of
carrier oil.
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Approximate Measurement Guide |
1ml = 25 drops |
5ml = 1 teaspoonful |
15 ml = 1 tablespoonful |
30 ml = 1 ounce |
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| Blending Guide |
| Drops of Essential Oil |
Blend with Carrier Oil or Lotion / Cream |
Approximate % |
| 2 - 5 |
1 teaspoon (5ml) |
1.5 - 4% |
| 6 - 15 |
1 tablespoon (15ml) |
1.5 - 4% |
| 12 - 30 |
1 ounce (30ml) |
1.5 - 4% |
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