The 30/50/20 rule Put simply, your blend will be made up from 30% top note oils, 50% middle note oils and 20% base note oils. So if your blend was 10 drops in total, you'd use 3 drops of a top note, 5 of a middle note and 2 of a base note. We told you it was simple! And so on and so forth.
Citrus oils, oils high in phenols, monoterpenes, ketones, esters, oxides, aldehydes, alcohols, sesquiterpenes, and lactones should not be mixed. Mixing incompatible essential oils can lead to skin irritation, respiratory problems, headaches, nausea, vomiting, and allergic reactions.
For general purposes, a 2-3% dilution is recommended. For adults:2% dilution: 12 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil. 3% dilution: 18 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil. For children, elderly, or sensitive skin:1% dilution: 6 drops of essential oil per 1 oz (30 ml) of carrier oil.
Follow the 30:50:20 ratio when mixing scent notes - 30% top note (3 drops), 50% middle note (5 drops) and 20% base note (2 drops), label each new blend clearly. Essential oil blends perform best after 'resting' for a day or so, this will allow the oils to blend and harmonise fully.
Frankincense oil seems to kill some types of bacteria and fungi (yeasts). It is commonly used as a fragrance in soaps, lotions, and perfumes. People use frankincense for aging skin, wound healing, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
According to many aromatherapy practitioners, Lavandula angustifolia, Melaleuca alternifolia, Helichrysum italicum, and Chamaemelum nobile are the only essential oils that can be safely used undiluted.
For example, floral scents are often combined with citrus or fruity notes to create a fresh and invigorating scent. Woody scents are often paired with floral or spicy notes to create a warm and comforting scent. Oriental scents are often combined with vanilla or woody notes to create an exotic and sensual scent.
Porous materials, such as curtains, upholstery, and carpets, can absorb and hold the scent of essential oils longer, allowing the fragrance to last. Spritzing your room spray near these items can create a more enduring aroma.
Examples of essential oils that are effective in anti-aging are Frankincense, Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Geranium, Sandalwood, Citrus, Carrot seed, Ylang Ylang, and Rosemary.
Some Essential Oils are not suitable for diffusion.
They are contraindicated or unpleasant in diffusion. They can be irritating to the mucous membranes (e.g. Ceylon cinnamon, oregano, clove, mountain savory, common thyme, wintergreen to name the main ones). Other essential oils are neurotoxic (e.g. hyssop, sage).
How many essential oils can you blend together? There really is no limit to how many oils you can mix together. Some of the best blends contain five, six, or more unique oils. However, eventually, if you add too many oils, the different notes can mix and mingle too much and lead to an undesirable outcome.
A good rule of thumb when seeking to make a 2% dilution using the by-the-drop method is to add 12 drops of essential oil to each fl. ounce (30 ml) of cold pressed carrier oil, lotion, vegetable butter or other natural lipid/moisturizer.
Research shows it may boost mood and cognition, ease stress, prevent hair loss, relieve pain and inflammation, and improve circulation. If you want to use rosemary essential oil, inhale it or apply a diluted version to the skin or hair. When used correctly, side effects are rare.
If you are feeling like the pressures of life are weighing down your mood, apply Frankincense to the bottom of your feet. The soothing sensation and aroma will promote feelings of relaxation and a balanced mood.
In the Bible, Myrrh was commonly used as an anointing oil while Frankincense was commonly used as a perfume. Frankincense which is an incense is a symbol of deity while myrrh as an embalming oil is used as a symbol of death. Both gifts, along with gold were gifts presented to kings at that time.