Solubilizers for Essential Oils in Water-Based Sprays

To effectively mix essential oils with water for a clear, non-viscous spray product that does not leave white residue, you need to use a suitable solubilizer. Solubilizers help disperse the oil phase evenly within the water phase, creating a stable, clear solution.

Based on your requirements, the following solubilizers are recommended:

• Flora Solve™ Clear (Fragrance Solubilizer): This is an inexpensive, colorless, and odorless solubilizer specifically designed to combine essential oils and fragrance oils with water without using alcohol. It creates clear micro-emulsions and offers good temperature stability. It is generally used at a ratio of 2-5 parts Flora Solve™ Clear to 1 part essential oil, depending on the specific oil.
• Ultra Solve™: This is a high-performance solubilizer that can dissolve a wider range of oils, including essential oils and more difficult-to-dissolve natural oils, compared to Flora Solve™ Clear. It is suitable for use as a water-oil binder and provides good clarity. The recommended usage rate is 1-10%.
• Eco Solve™: This product offers performance comparable to Ultra Solve™ but at a lower cost. It is also effective at dissolving essential oils and other oils in water, providing good clarity and temperature resistance. The recommended usage rate is 1-10%.

How to Use:

The general method for using these solubilizers is to first mix the solubilizer with the essential oil until well combined. Then, gradually add this mixture to the water phase while stirring until a clear solution is achieved. Avoid adding the water to the solubilizer-oil mixture, as this can result in a thick gel.

Choosing between these options depends on the specific essential oil being used and the desired clarity and cost-effectiveness. If Flora Solve™ Clear does not achieve sufficient clarity, Ultra Solve™ or Eco Solve™ may be more suitable.