Rosemary oil is an essential oil extracted from the flowering tops and leaves of the rosemary plant (Salvia rosmarinus). It’s a versatile and popular essential oil mainly used for preventing hair loss, but its benefits aren’t limited to only stimulating hair growth.
Our article will guide you on how to dilute rosemary oil for different purposes.
How to Dilute Rosemary for Hair
Using essential oils in your hair care routine is a great way to keep hair follicles healthy and treat certain conditions. Rosemary oil can particularly help with preventing hair loss by stimulating hair growth.
A straightforward way to get the benefits of rosemary oil for hair is to apply it directly to your scalp after diluting it. You can do this by mixing rosemary oil with a carrier oil. These oils dilute essential oils and carry them to your skin, hence their name.
To dilute rosemary oil with a carrier oil, follow these simple steps:
- In a small cup, add five drops of rosemary oil.
- Dilute the rosemary oil with 10 ml of carrier oil.
- Mix everything and use a dropper or your fingers to apply the blend to your scalp.
- Gently massage it into your scalp and leave it for 30 minutes to two hours before washing your hair.
For the best results, use rosemary oil for your hair one to two times a week and gradually build up to use more frequently. Note that it can take several months for rosemary oil to work and stimulate hair growth to a noticeable degree.
For more ideas on how to dilute rosemary oil for hair growth, you can review this complete guide.
How to Dilute Rosemary Oil for Skin
Rosemary oil is potent and highly concentrated. Therefore, it must be diluted for topical applications. Otherwise, it can irritate the skin and get in the way of receiving the benefits of the essential oil.
As a general rule of thumb, the dilution ratio should be 1 to 100. The rosemary oil shouldn’t exceed 1 ml for every 100 ml carrier oil. This typically also applies to all other essential oils, not just rosemary oil. Still, it’s best to perform a small patch test before applying it to your skin. Some are more sensitive than others and may need more dilution for a safer topical application.
It isn’t only the dilution ratio that matters. It isn’t advisable to use any carrier oil to dilute rosemary oil to apply on the skin. Depending on your skin type, you should use an appropriate carrier oil. Here’s a quick overview of what carrier oil is suitable to dilute rosemary oil for different skin types.
- For Dry Skin: Use argan oil to dilute rosemary oil for dry skin types. It’s one of the best carrier oils for dry, sensitive skin. Alternatively, you can use avocado oil.
- For Oily Skin: Use grapeseed oil to dilute rosemary oil for oily skin types. It doesn’t leave a greasy residue behind and is easily absorbed by the skin.
- For Normal Skin: Those with well-balanced skin have more options. Jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, and hemp seed oil are a few of the best carrier oils to dilute rosemary oil.
Additionally, you won’t need a specialized carrier oil if you have acne-prone skin. Any of the above should work for your skin type.
How to Dilute Rosemary Oil for a Diffuser
When using rosemary oil or any other essential oil for diffusers, you’ll need to mix it with a carrier oil. However, unlike using it for skin or hair, you’ll need to mix in more essential oil.
For example, a good ratio for a reed diffuser is 15 to 20 drops of essential oil per quarter cup of carrier oil. Depending on the carrier oil, you can also use more drops of rosemary oil, especially to enhance its neuroprotective benefits. If you’re using an electronic diffuser, always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.
How to Dilute Rosemary Oil for Perfume
If you want to carry the minty, woody smell of rosemary on you as a perfume, dilution is necessary. Even though rosemary oil is pretty much colorless, it can stain clothes if undiluted.
A good dilution ratio for rosemary oil is 5 to 10 ml per every 100 ml carrier oil. You can adjust this to your liking depending on your choice of carrier oil and how strong you want the fragrance.
Some of the best carrier oils that don’t overpower the scent of rosemary oil include jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, and grapeseed oil.
Learn How to Dilute Rosemary Oil Safely
We’ve covered various ways to dilute rosemary oil and went over some of the benefits of it. When using any essential oil, take the necessary precautions and start using them without rushing, whether you’re using it for aromatherapy or hair growth. Perform a patch test to see how your body reacts, for example.
By doing these, you’ll not only get the full benefits of essential oils but take great enjoyment from using them.
