Blending Basics
Blending essential oils is all about creating a harmonious balance with a specific need or end in mind.
One of the first things to note is that each essential oil falls into one of three “Notes” - High, middle and Base.
Balancing each note so that it is effectively present in the final blend is an art to delight in.
The 3:2:1 method is an easy method when first starting out blending essential oils. So how does the 3:2:1 blending "rule" work? Top notes are the most volatile and will evaporate quickly on their own. But they can be rounded out with the more fuller middle notes (which are less volatile) and then the whole blend is grounded or fixed with the least volatile, and most long lasting, base note. So in your first blends use 3 drops of top note oil to 2 drops of middle note and 1 drop of base note.
Examples of various notes:
Top Notes : Bergamot, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Citrus oils, Peppermint, Neroli, Cinnamon
Middle Notes: Chamomile, Juniper berry, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Rose Geranium, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang,
Base Notes: Cedarwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver
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