Essence Oil in alcohol based perfume?

[MeriendaTime]

I've tried searching for a thread talking about this, but found nothing. I feel like this should be common sense but I don't want to ruin a perfectly good bottle of perfume, so I thought it best to ask.

 

I have EOW in oil coming that I intended to use to boost some oil scents myself (the occo's are sometimes a bit too much and I end up OD'ing and ghosting).

 

I wonder if it's possible to add a couple drops of the oil based eow in some alcohol based perfumes I have.

 

Has anyone done this successfully/was it able to blend together? If so, would I have to shake it before each use?

[Dolly]

It can be done. and, the Essence oil will normally stay mixed in alcohol. HOWEVER, if the perfume you are mixing into is one of your faves, I would mix a little bit in a small atomizer first. Essence Oil can totally change the character of a perfume. Especially so with alcohol based blends. You don't want to ruin a whole bottle of perfume.

[Potion Master]

And you'll probably want to use a LOT less than you might initially think. Seriously, like 3-4 drops will be enough for a 1oz bottle, otherwise you will get the cops smell UP in the air around you.

[MeriendaTime]

Fantastic! Thank you! Very helpful.

 

The OCCO's are great but I like the scents and sometimes end up slathering on wayyyy too much for the scent alone and end up OD'ing. I hope I don't go crazy wanting to cop everything and regretting it.

Edited August 3, 2012 by MeriendaTime

[Calii]

I would add,make sure you allow a few days between additions if you are considering adding more cause "oh it smells fine" ...it can take a while to meld/mellow...bloom

 

yeah cannot be undone

[MeriendaTime]

LOL "Bloom". Thanks Calii, I'll make sure to do that.

[Dolly]

LOL "Bloom". Thanks Calii, I'll make sure to do that.

 

Calii is correct! Give it at least 24 hrs before adding extra......

Edited August 3, 2012 by Dolly