Dosages and Dilutions of Essential Oils Guideline
Use this guide to make your own essential oil products.
Essential oils vary in quality, authenticity and purity. Use essential oils with care and caution. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any diseases. Please consult a health care professional if you have any serious medical conditions.
Massage Oil/Lotion
50-60 drops essential oil to 4 ounces carrier oil
Ointment
50-60 drops essential oil to 2 ounces carrier oil
Topical
50-60 drops essential oil to 1 ounce carrier oil
Compress
5 drops essential oil to 8 ounces water
Bath
10-15 drops essential oil to a tub of water
Foot Bath
8-10 drops essential oil to a bowl of water
Facial Sauna
2-5 drops essential oil to a bowl of water
Facial Mask
2-3 drops essential oil to 1 tsp. Clay w/honey or 4 drops coconut oil for dry skin.
Facial Oil
6-8 drops essential oil to 1/3 ounce oil
Cleanser
25 drops essential oil to 4 ounces carrier oil
Hair Oil
25 drops essential oil to 1 ounce carrier oil
Douche
5 drops essential oil to 1 liter of water
Capsules
1-3 (25-75mg) drops essential oil to 3 drops in coconut oil
Suppositories
4 drops essential oil to 1 gram cocoa butter
Body Mist
10-20drops essential oil to 4 ounces water
Room Spray
20-30 drops essential oil to 4 ounces water
1ml = 25-30 drops
15ml = 1/2 ounce
60ml = 2 ounces
5ml = 1/6 ounce
30ml = 1 ounce
25mg = 1 drop