Essential Oil Dilution Ratios

Dilution ratios for external applications:

1% dilution = children, elderly, pregnant, very sensitive
         8 drops essential oil in 1 oz. carrier
         4 drops essential oil in 1/2 oz. carrier 
         3 drops essential oil in 2 drams carrier

2% dilution = use for massage and most applications
         15 drops essential oil in 1 oz. carrier
         8 drops essential oil in 1/2 oz. carrier
         5 drops essential oil in 2 drams carrier

4% dilution = for local inflammation, pain reduction, burns, when desiring stronger effects
         30 drops essential oil in 1 oz. carrier
         15 drops essential oil in 1/2 oz. carrier
         10 drops essential oil in 2 drams carrier