Essential oils are normally measured in drops. They are usually sold in tiny 10 ml (1/2 fl oz) dark glass bottles and most have a built in dropper in the cap. If they don't you can use an eye dropper or pipette to measure them. If you are using more than one oil, wash the dropper thoroughly in between or you will mix the oils and ruin their individual aromas.
Essential oils are so volatile they evaporate rapidly so measure your drops out quickly and accurately. If you accidently spill the bottle, blot the oil up with paper towels, tissue or toilet roll, then wash it with warm water and detergent. If you just leave the oil it will evaporate throughout the room and could make you feel sick or headachy if it is too potent. There will be more recipes to follow but if you are mixing your own combinations, the general rules for safe dilution are as follows:
For Massage
15-20 drops essential oil in 60 ml (2 fl oz/12 tsp) carrier oil
7-10 drops essential oil in 30 ml (1 fl oz/6 tsp) carrier oil
3-5 drops essential oil in 15 ml (1/2 fl oz/ 3 tsp) carrier oil
For Bath
8-10 drops maximum essential oil in any one bath.
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