Mixing Ethyl Vanillin with Oils
Question
When mixing `Ethyl Vanillin` at `5%` concentration with coconut oil and essential oil, can it be mixed directly, or does it need to be dissolved in ethanol first?
Answer
# Mixing Ethyl Vanillin with Oils
Ethyl vanillin is typically a solid crystalline powder. When mixing it with oils, such as coconut oil and essential oils, it is generally recommended to dissolve the Ethyl vanillin in a suitable solvent first to ensure it fully dissolves and disperses evenly, preventing crystallization in the final product.
Common solvents for Ethyl vanillin include ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or DPG (Dipropylene Glycol). Dissolving it in one of these solvents before adding to your oil base will help achieve a clear, stable mixture.
Directly mixing solid Ethyl vanillin powder into oil may result in incomplete dissolution and potential crystallization over time.