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How is a carrier oil used with essential oils?

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Almost all oils come with a dilution rate. If you have a reference book for essential oils it will often say to dilute the oil 50:50 or maybe 80:20. That means that for every drop of essential oil you need to add an equal amount of carrier oil. The best carrier oil to use is almond oil or coconut oil. You start by placing the desired amount of carrier oil into your non-dominant hand, then add equal drops of essential oil. Then with the dominant hand mix the oils together in three clockwise circles. Now you are ready to place it on your body.

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