Essential Oils Suggested Dilutions

SUGGESTED DILUTIONS

 

Massage/Body Oil

For adults - 2 - 3% dilution (10-12 drops per ounce of oil)

For pregnant women, elderly and kids - 1% (5 drops per ounce of oil

Bath

3-15 drops per tub, depending on the oil

 

Compress

5 drops per cup of water

Inhalant

3-5 drops in a bowl of hot water

CAUTION:  NEVER DO AN INHALATION DURING AN ASTHMA ATTACK

 

Foot or Hand Bath

5-10 drops per quart of water

Sitz Bath

5-10 drops per sitz bath

Fragrant Body Water (shake well before use)

5-10 drops per 5 ounces of water

Room Spray (shake well before use)

20 drops per 5 ounces of water

Gargle/Mouthwash

1-2 drops per 1/2 cup of water

Liniment

3% solution - 15-18 drops essential oil per ounce of carrier oil