Ingredient Suitability for Reed Diffuser: Dipropylene Glycol and Isopropylidenglycerin
Question
I would like to make a reed diffuser and plan to order the following two ingredients. Are they correct for this purpose?
1. Dipropylene glycol
2. Isopropylidenglycerin (Solketal)
Answer
Making a Reed Diffuser
For making reed diffusers, we specifically recommend using a dedicated Reed Diffuser Base. These bases are formulated to provide optimal fragrance throw and evaporation rate through the reeds.
We have a product called Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1) (Product ID 3352) which is specifically designed for this application. Using a dedicated base like this will generally give you better results for your reed diffuser project.
Follow-up Replies
Question:
Can Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1) be used with essential oil blends? What is the recommended usage ratio?
Answer:
Using Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1) with Essential Oils
Yes, our Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1) is suitable for use with essential oil blends.
The recommended usage ratio is typically:
- Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1): 70-75%
- Fragrance (Essential Oil Blend): 25-30%
If you find that the essential oil blend separates from the base after mixing, you can try mixing the essential oil blend with a small amount of Ethyl Alcohol first before adding it to the Reed Diffuser Base (Type 1).
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