Select Essential Oils
1 hourChoose top, heart, and base notes from a palette of single-origin oils for a balanced accord.
Beginner2-3 weeks
Essential Oil Blending Guide
Learn essential oil blending from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
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Workflow
Draft Blend Formula
45 minRecord drops or percentages for each oil targeting a harmonious ratio across note families.
Mix Trial Batch
30 minCombine oils in a small glass vial, label immediately, and rest 24 hours before evaluation.
Evaluate and Adjust
1 hourSmell on skin and blotter at intervals, note evolution, and revise formula in a scent journal.
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Reference Materials
IFRA GuidelinesStandard
Check IFRA limits for skin-safe concentrations of each essential oil before selling products.
Note PyramidFormula
Top notes evaporate in 15–30 min; heart 2–4 hr; base 6–24+ hr on blotter.
Starter OilsTable
Versatile oils for beginners.
| Note | Oil | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Top | Bergamot | Citrus |
| Heart | Lavender | Floral |
| Base | Cedarwood | Woody |
Less Is More
Over-blending muddies accords — remove one oil before adding another.
Blotter Discipline
Label every blotter with oil name and time opened.
Phototoxic Oils
Citrus oils like bergamot can cause sun sensitivity above safe dilution.
Safety Notes
- Work in ventilated space; some oils cause headaches in concentration.
- Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes.