Making Oil-Based Perfume

To create an oil-based perfume without alcohol using fragrance oil, you will need to mix the fragrance oil with a suitable carrier oil or base. Here are some options for the base:

• Dipropylene Glycol: This is a common base for perfumes. It helps dissolve the fragrance oil well and acts as a fixative, helping the scent last longer.
• Mineral Oil (Light or Heavy): Mineral oil is a stable, non-irritating oil that can be used as a carrier. It's a simple option for creating a basic perfume oil.
• Isopropyl Myristate: This is a light, non-greasy oil often used in cosmetics. It can also serve as a carrier for fragrance oils. Be mindful that using it at very high concentrations might clog pores for some people.
• Hydrogenated Polyisobutene: This is a stable, viscous oil that provides good gloss and skin adherence, making it suitable for perfume oils.
• C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Gel: This is an oil gel base that can be used to create a thicker, gel-like perfume oil.

General Mixing Guideline:

A common starting point for mixing fragrance oil with a carrier oil or base is typically around 10-20% fragrance oil to 80-90% base. You can adjust the percentage of fragrance oil depending on the desired scent strength. Always test a small amount first.

Mix the fragrance oil thoroughly with your chosen base until fully combined. The mixture can then be stored in a suitable rollerball or dropper bottle for application.