Formulating Oil-Based Perfume with Fractionated Coconut Oil and Fragrance Oil
Question
I would like to know what ingredients are needed to formulate perfume using coconut oil. What are the required ratios? I plan to use Fragrance oil at 25-30%. I would like to ask if using only:
Fractionated Coconut Oil 70-75%
Fragrance Oil 25-30%
is sufficient, or if other ingredients are needed.
Additional questions:
- Currently, I am using regular cold-pressed coconut oil with fragrance oil, but I observe separation between the fragrance oil and the coconut oil. If I use Fractionated Coconut Oil, will I still encounter the issue of the fragrance oil separating from the coconut oil base?
- Will some fragrance oils cause cloudiness when mixed with the Fractionated Coconut Oil base?
- If used with a spray head, will it spray out as a fine mist? Or will it be viscous? If it is viscous, are there any ingredients that can help it spray out as a fine mist?
Answer
Creating Perfume with Fractionated Coconut Oil and Fragrance Oil
Yes, you can create a simple perfume using just Fractionated Coconut Oil and Fragrance Oil at the ratios you proposed (70-75% Fractionated Coconut Oil and 25-30% Fragrance Oil). Fractionated Coconut Oil is an excellent carrier oil specifically recommended for blending with fragrance oils.
Here are the answers to your specific questions:
Separation Issue: You experienced separation with regular cold-pressed coconut oil because it contains longer chain fatty acids that can solidify at room temperature and may not fully dissolve fragrance oils, leading to layering. Fractionated Coconut Oil, however, consists primarily of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) due to processing. Its description explicitly states it is liquid and suitable for blending with fragrance oils as a carrier. Therefore, using Fractionated Coconut Oil should significantly reduce or eliminate the separation issue you encountered with regular coconut oil.
Cloudiness: Fractionated Coconut Oil is described as a clear liquid. While Fractionated Coconut Oil itself is clear, some fragrance oils can cause cloudiness or turbidity when mixed with carrier oils, depending on the specific composition of the fragrance oil. This is less likely with Fractionated Coconut Oil compared to some other carriers, but it can still happen with certain fragrance blends. It's best to test a small batch with your specific fragrance oil to see if cloudiness occurs.
Sprayability: Fractionated Coconut Oil is lightweight and has a low viscosity. Its description notes it is easily absorbed and feels non-greasy. These properties make it suitable for use in spray applications. It should spray as a fine mist, especially with a good quality spray head designed for oils. You generally do not need additional ingredients to help it spray, unlike thicker oils or formulations containing waxes or butters. If you find the spray is not fine enough, ensure your spray mechanism is clean and designed for oil-based liquids. The proposed concentration of fragrance oil (up to 30%) is also within a range that should not significantly impede sprayability when using Fractionated Coconut Oil as the base.
In summary, a simple blend of Fractionated Coconut Oil and Fragrance Oil at your desired concentration is a standard and effective way to create an oil-based perfume. Fractionated Coconut Oil's properties make it a superior choice over regular coconut oil for this application, addressing potential issues like separation and improving sprayability.
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