Essential Spices
Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
if i were to put some essential oils into my lotion, is there any kind of lotions to oil ratio?
also, what essential oils do you think would smell good when mixed with baby lotion? i also have a burts bees carrot lotion i would like to spice up with some oils. what would go good with that? any info is much appreciated.
i thought you alternative medicine peoplw would know the most about essential oils.
when mixing my oils in a carrier oil or lotion, i use between 1 and 3 drops per 5ml, depending on the strength of the oil and whose skin i will be applying it to.
which oils are you thinking of using?
my advice would be not to add to any oil/lotion that is scented in any way.
is the baby oil for you or a baby? don’t use essential oils on a baby until they are 6 months old if you are not practiced in using essential oils as can cause irritation or adverse reaction.
if it is for you, i would recommend a plain carrier oil, such as grape seed or sunflower oil, or olive oil if your skin is a little dry. these are usually hypo-allergenic too.
is it to treat a condition or use to smell good or for massage between you and a partner? if the latter dont use any oils if they get near the genitals you’ll know about it!!!
give me an idea of the context in which you are using [ie, in the bath, after a shower, each morning etc] and i can try and help a little with the choice of oils
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