Making Reed Diffusers: Formula, Fragrance Percentage, and Ingredient Information

Question

I am making a reed diffuser and have the following questions:

1. Is the formula ratio of 70% Reed Diffuser Base (Type 2) and 30% fragrance oil correct/appropriate?
2. Are reed diffuser sticks available for purchase?
3. I saw an image of fragrance components with icons indicating typical usage rates (e.g., around 5% shown by a meter icon). Does this mean using 30% of a finished fragrance oil in my reed diffuser formula is too high? How should I interpret these icons and percentages when choosing fragrance for a reed diffuser?

MySkinRecipes Expert · Accepted Answer

Making Home Reed Diffusers

Based on the information in the forum thread, here are the answers to your questions:

Formula Ratio: The suggested formula of 70% Reed Diffuser Base (Type 2) and 30% fragrance oil is generally acceptable and a good starting point. However, the ideal percentage of fragrance oil can be adjusted depending on the specific fragrance you use and how strong you want the scent to be. Some fragrances are stronger than others and might require a lower percentage, while weaker fragrances might need a higher percentage.
Reed Sticks: Yes, reed diffuser sticks are available for purchase. However, due to their fragility, they must be picked up directly from the company and cannot be shipped.
Fragrance Details from Image: The image you referred to likely showed fragrance components used for creating fragrance blends, not finished fragrance oils ready for use in products like reed diffusers. For making reed diffusers, you should look for finished fragrance oils in the "Blend" or "Brand" categories.

Regarding the icons and information next to the components in the image, the staff explained their meaning:
- The icon near the nose describes the scent profile.
- The icon near the clock indicates the scent's longevity or how long it lasts.
- The icon near the flask describes the substance's physical characteristics.
- The icon near the smoke indicates the scent's intensity.
- The icon near the meter shows the typical usage rate when blending fragrances.
You asked if using 30% fragrance oil is too high based on the typical usage rate shown by the meter icon (which you thought might be around 5%). The staff clarified that the percentage shown by the meter icon is a recommended rate for using that specific component when creating a fragrance blend, not a limit for the final concentration of a finished fragrance oil in a product like a reed diffuser. You can use a higher percentage like 30% in your reed diffuser if you want a stronger scent, as long as it works well with the base and the specific fragrance oil.