pebbles Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 I'm getting everything together to make my first lip balms and wanted to double check on how much EO to add. I have down to add less than 1% or 10 drops total per 3oz. Does this sound right? I know which EOs to use & avoid as well as which ones are FCC.Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 I couldn't begin to tell you how many drops - that's not a standard measure by any stretch of the imagination - but I think less than 1% is a good guideline. It depends on the EO though. If you tell what you are looking to use maybe we can be more helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pebbles Posted June 15, 2008 Author Share Posted June 15, 2008 Actually, I have a long list of EOs. LOL!- Sweet Orange, 5-fold- Lavender- Lemongrass- Peppermint- Lime (steam distilled)- Rosemary- Vanilla (I think this is mixed w/jojoba oil...have to double check cause I've seen so many)- Rose (either absolute or Otto - both are not FCC, but it makes a nice "flavor")- Coffee CO2 (can't remember if this is FCC)- Bergamot FCF (not FCC, but safe to use in the sun)- Ginger- possibly cardamon & clove...not sure yet.I like to eucalyptus, but I know that may be too strong. Plus, only eucalyptus smithii (sp) is safe for children & elderly, but I don't think it's FCC. I'm not making lip balms specifically for children or the elderly, but I want it to be safe just in case they use them.BTW, I would love to use Lemon, Pink Grapefruit, Tangerine, & Mandarine, but I know they cause photosensitivity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pebbles Posted June 17, 2008 Author Share Posted June 17, 2008 Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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