Blending Essential Oils

When essential oils are blended together, they can actually work better than they would if used separately; for example when lavender is mixed with chamomile, the anti-inflammatory action of chamomile is enhanced. When the blended oils are working harmoniously together in this way, the combination is called a "synergy". The essential oils are very powerful. so please respect the indicated amounts. If a blend states 2 drops of peppermint, do not be tempted to add an extra 3-4 drops, thinking it will work better; it will not, and may only serve to irritate the skin. You may wish to use less than the indicated amounts, however, since sometimes a more diluted blend can be just as effective.
When you open a bottle of essential oil, the first smell that hits you consists of "top note" molecules. After a few seconds, the heavier molecules start to evaporate and you begin to smell the whole aroma of the essential oil, including the "middle notes" and the "base notes". This is why when smelling the perfume of the oil your first reaction may be positive but after a while you change your mind. It is the heavier molecules escaping the bottle at a later stage that you are rejecting. it is best to pour a little of the oil onto a tissue or testing strip, as this will give you the full aroma when you smell it.

*Top notes hit you first. They do not last long, but they are very important because they give the first impression of the blend. They are sharp, penetrating, volatile, extreme and either cold or hot, but never warm.
*Middle notes give body to your blends; the smooth the edges and round the angles. They are often warm, round, soft and mellow. Middle notes typically form the bulk of the blend.
*Base notes are the fixatives; they deepen the blend and draw it into the skin, giving it roots and permanence. When smelled from the bottle, base notes seem rather faint, but when applied to the skin they react strongly and release their power.

To make a blend that is balanced, choose essential oils that you enjoy the aroma of. Choose one from each "note". Blend these as 2 drops of top note, 3 drops of middle note, 1 drop of base note and 15ml of carrier oil. This was the all-around perfume of the blend will have a balanced smell, and no one oil will dominate the others.