Perfume Formulation: Diluting Fragrance Oils

The fragrances available are typically concentrated fragrance oils. They are not meant to be used directly on the skin as they are too concentrated and can cause irritation. To create a wearable perfume, you need to dilute the fragrance oil with a suitable solvent, most commonly Ethyl Alcohol.

Mixing Ratio

A common ratio for Eau de Parfum is around 15-20% fragrance oil and 80-85% Ethyl Alcohol. For Eau de Toilette, the fragrance oil concentration is lower, typically 5-15%. You can adjust the ratio based on your desired scent strength.

• Eau de Parfum: 15-20% Fragrance Oil + 80-85% Ethyl Alcohol
• Eau de Toilette: 5-15% Fragrance Oil + 85-95% Ethyl Alcohol

Using a Fixative (like Last Fix)

A fixative, such as the product you referred to as "Last Fix", is an optional ingredient that can help the fragrance last longer on the skin. If you choose to use a fixative, you would typically add a small percentage (e.g., 1-5%) to the mixture of fragrance oil and alcohol. The exact amount can depend on the specific fixative and your desired result.

Recommended Ingredients

To make perfume, you will need:

• Concentrated fragrance oil (choose your desired scent)
• Ethyl Alcohol (Perfumer's Grade is recommended for a neutral scent base, such as Ethyl Alcohol 96% or 99.9%)
• (Optional) A fragrance fixative

Always mix the fragrance oil and fixative first, then gradually add the Ethyl Alcohol while stirring gently.