Making Spray Perfume with Fragrance Oil and Alcohol
Question
I want to mix Euphoria for Her (compare to CK) fragrance oil with Ethyl Alcohol to make a spray perfume for personal use, like regular perfume.
- Can I use these two ingredients to make perfume for spraying on people like typical perfumes?
- What is the recommended mixing ratio for the fragrance oil and alcohol?
- Do I need to add any other ingredients besides these two?
Answer
Creating a Spray Perfume with Fragrance Oil and Alcohol
Yes, you can mix the Euphoria for Her (compare to CK) fragrance oil with Ethyl Alcohol to create a spray perfume for personal use, similar to commercial perfumes. The Ethyl Alcohol products available are suitable for this purpose.
Mixing Ratio
A common ratio for creating a spray perfume (like Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette) is:
- Fragrance Oil: 10-20%
- Ethyl Alcohol: 80-90%
You can adjust the percentage of fragrance oil based on your desired scent strength. It's often recommended to start with a lower concentration (e.g., 10-15%) and test it before adding more fragrance if needed.
Additional Ingredients
You can mix just the fragrance oil and alcohol. However, some perfumers choose to add:
- Distilled Water: A small amount (around 5-10%) can help the fragrance blend better and slightly reduce the initial alcohol smell.
- Fixative: An optional ingredient to help the scent last longer on the skin.
For a simple homemade perfume, mixing the fragrance oil and alcohol is sufficient.
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