Can these oils be applied directly to skin or do you have to mix w/ carrier oil, etc.? Thanks!
160621
Yes I have used them by itself with no bad reactions but I still would suggest using a carrier oil because all skin is different.I mainly use this oils to mix with my lotions, bath gels for my business. Hope I answered your question.
160622
Chrystal: of course every person is different but me and my daughter use these directly dabbed on the skin and have not had any allergic reactions, not even with a cinnamon scented oil. We love mixing them & switching up the scents to suit our moods. Enjoy
160623
They were fine when I used them on my skin ! Im sure they will be fine for you too :)
1401328
I mix this with other oils (of choice) you need only a tinch of Lanolin, say 2 (two) drops of Lanolin to 7-8 drops of carrier oil. I do like for myself (as a body oil) grape seed oil. Different skin takes different oils, just research on which ones soak in to the layers of skin. Limited for the face oil, for myself I find Jojoba oil with a tinch of apricot oil (10 to 2)work well, I mix mine in a 2 ml bottle, dab on face and gently rub in, am in my 60's and this works well for me. Tip: always research to find what is best, do not just take the word of others. Have fun!!
2132152
I mix it with a non scented lotion, 2-4 drops for a few pumps (1/5 oz) of lotion. I have put it on directly too, but it is easier to get even with lotion. Carrier oils work but at least for my skin they took a long time to dry.
1201005
Most definitely. This can be diluted with any of the carrier oils. If you have any more questions please let us know. Have a wonderful day LeAnna Plant Therapy Customer Service
242086
Essential Oils should be mixed in carrier oils, but if you want to mix them with water or a cream, lotion,etc.,you need to make an emulsion. I do it with glycerine (an emulsifier) for creams or lotions or using "Dawn"(liquid dish washer detergent with biosurfactants,another emulsifier). Mix the drops of E.O. with the "Dawn",then add to the water.
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I use them from the bottle...some different oils have certain mixture recommendations on the bottle for cleaning purposes,etc...but all can be used from the bottle. But they are pretty strong so I'm sure a carrier oil would just help them last longer.
710688
I be honest. I really don't know. I mix this oil with my hair and body butters that I make for fragrance. Essential oils are usually mixed with a carrier oil like jojoba, almond, coconut and then used on the body. I hope this helped.
2044564
Technically, you could use the ones approved for topical usage in soaps and such, but I would not recommend topical use for any of these oils. I purchased and immediately returned them because they smelled bad (lavender smelled horrible, peppermint smelled like the candy instead of actual peppermint, Four Thieves smelled only like clove, etc.) and were not at all comparable to the high-quality oils that I already trust. I am concerned about what additives may be lurking in these bottles...
1115842
Anytime you use essential oils on the body you should put them in a carrier oil. I am a Massage Therapist and do use this on my clients.
2014945
Yes, although it is best to use a carrier oil with them or put them in a spray bottle of water because they are strong and once I tried to use peppermint as a perfume and it really burned. These are concentrated and powerful. Some can be used topically as the tea tree oil when I have a pimple, I put a dab of that straight onto the pimple and it's gone in a day. I have also used the lavender directly on the temples to relieve headaches and congestion. As perfume though, I would mix it with some oil or water to dilute its potency or apply a small amount to my sleeve instead of directly onto the skin. Hope that helps!
2014946
Yes, although it is best to use a carrier oil with them or put them in a spray bottle of water because they are strong and once I tried to use peppermint as a perfume and it really burned. These are concentrated and powerful. Some can be used topically as the tea tree oil when I have a pimple, I put a dab of that straight onto the pimple and it's gone in a day. I have also used the lavender directly on the temples to relieve headaches and congestion. As perfume though, I would mix it with some oil or water to dilute its potency or apply a small amount to my sleeve instead of directly onto the skin. Hope that helps! Yes, although it is best to use a carrier oil with them or put them in a spray bottle of water because they are strong and once I tried to use peppermint as a perfume and it really burned. These are concentrated and powerful. Some can be used topically as the tea tree oil when I have a pimple, I put a dab of that straight onto the pimple and it's gone in a day. I have also used the lavender directly on the temples to relieve headaches and congestion. As perfume though, I would mix it with some oil or water to dilute its potency or apply a small amount to my sleeve instead of directly onto... » Read More Yes, although it is best to use a carrier oil with them or put them in a spray bottle of water because they are strong and once I tried to use peppermint as a perfume and it really burned. These are concentrated and powerful. Some can be used topically as the tea tree oil when I have a pimple, I put a dab of that straight onto the pimple and it's gone in a day. I have also used the lavender directly on the temples to relieve headaches and congestion. As perfume though, I would mix it with some oil or water to dilute its potency or apply a small amount to my sleeve instead of directly onto the skin. Hope that helps! « Show Less
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I have not actually used it with a carrier oil, but rather mix it with witch hazel for use as a tick repellent for my family and dog. It works great in that regard.
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I have read that any basic oil would work but the fragrance additives etc. I would be more trusting of using mineral oil. I have used olive oil in the past as well but more expensive than mineral oil.
1133904
I would say no. These (wonderful) oils are already in a carrier oil, and so are not just pure essential oils.
1976394
I mixed it with rosehip oil and put it directly on my face. I think you can mix it with any oil or cream. It's amazing, I've already used up that bottle and am buying another.
183782
you should use an oil that is 'steam distilled' if you are planning on using this on your skin. the description on this oil reads distilled, it does not specify 'steam distilled' which most manufacturers are usually quite happy to 'Shout Out' about, as it costs more to do this method.I know you are seeing that this is a pure oil and you're thinking that it costs so much less than the 'other essential oils' , one of the reasons they cost more is that they are steam distilled, not chemically distilled like I suspect this one probably is. My safety motto is: If the label doesn't say it, always assume it isn't.
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Most essential oils should never be used on the skin undiluted. To use as a perfume, they should be combined with "carrier oils" (like almond oil), waxes, butters, alcohols, or other diluting media. Because they're so concentrated, if you use them without diluting, they can irritate the skin (with some exceptions, like tea trea and some others). But it's very easy to mix this oil with a medium and use it as perfume - the internet is full of recipes. I put this in homemade lotion, and it smells great.