How to make aromatherapy
Concentrated volatile compounds. Powerful for mood + respiratory use. Strict safety rules — never undiluted, never internal.
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What it is and where it comes from
Ancient Egyptian + Greek medicine documented inhalation. Modern aromatherapy formalized by Gattefossé (1937) after lavender oil healed a chemical burn.
Best for: Mood (lavender, bergamot), respiratory (eucalyptus, pine), focus (rosemary, peppermint). Bypasses GI tract — direct olfactory + limbic pathway.
Standard ratio
Diffuser: 3-5 drops per 100ml water · Steam inhalation: 1-3 drops in 500ml hot water
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The method step-by-step
- 1Choose high-quality essential oil
100% pure, with Latin name + batch number + GC/MS report. Avoid 'fragrance oil' or unspecified blends.
- 2Diffuse with water in a cool-mist diffuser
3-5 drops in 100ml water. Run 30-60 min, then break 60 min. Constant diffusion desensitizes.
- 3Or steam inhalation: 1-3 drops in hot water
Bowl of hot water, drape towel over head, close eyes, breathe deeply 5-10 min. Most direct delivery.
- 4Topical use: dilute 1-3% in carrier oil
6-18 drops per 30ml. Apply to chest, wrists, behind ears. Never undiluted on skin.
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Safety non-negotiable
Read before preparing
- Children under 6: skip most essential oils. Eucalyptus and peppermint can cause respiratory distress.
- Pregnancy: avoid clary sage, rosemary, jasmine, peppermint (especially first trimester).
- Pets: many essential oils toxic to cats and dogs (tea tree, citrus, pine, eucalyptus). Diffuse only in pet-free rooms.
- Asthma: peppermint and eucalyptus can trigger bronchospasm. Test cautiously.
- Never internal use without practitioner guidance. The 'small amount in water' you see online is dangerous.
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Plants with documented aromatherapy dosage
1Each plant below has a published aromatherapy dose in our catalogue. Click through for the full profile, mechanism, and safety.
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Want to combine plants?
Aromatherapy is the form. Mixology is the formula. If you want to combine multiple plants in one preparation — checking compatibility, dose, and synergistic mechanism — use the Mixology Engine.
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Frequently asked
What is aromatherapy?
Concentrated volatile compounds. Powerful for mood + respiratory use. Strict safety rules — never undiluted, never internal. Mood (lavender, bergamot), respiratory (eucalyptus, pine), focus (rosemary, peppermint). Bypasses GI tract — direct olfactory + limbic pathway.
How long does it take to make aromatherapy?
Same-day prep in most cases — see method above.
Is aromatherapy safe?
Children under 6: skip most essential oils. Eucalyptus and peppermint can cause respiratory distress.
How long does aromatherapy keep?
Citrus oils: 1-2 years. Tree oils (eucalyptus, pine): 3-5 years. Floral oils (lavender, rose): 4-7 years. Store cool + dark.
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