Greetings bkrisp,

I am happy that you found my post on essential oils informative and that you are inspired to make your own skin treatment oil blend.

I have a couple of things to share that you may find helpful. I did a [FAQ] Essential Oils & Natural Healing post that contains information on the importance of using a pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil whenever applying it to the skin and other useful information. http://curezone.com/forums/fm.asp?i=1669390#i
(if you are interested there are more posts on this subject, so check out the whole thread)

Personally I like Jojoba oil, coconut oil and castor oil for a base oil. As for a ratio... hmmm? This depends on a lot of things. As a general rule I start with 15-20 drops of essential oils to 1 ounce of base oil. The base oils I use don’t work well in a dropper bottle or sprayer. I use a 1 ounce glass jar and have little spoons/spatulas that I stir and scoop out what I want to apply. I also have 4 and 8 ounce glass jars for larger batches. Never use a plastic container with essential oils.

I am including a bit of information I have on the essential oils you have chosen. This information only pertains to therapeutic-grade essential oils. If your oil is of a aroma/perfume grade oil or an essential oil that has been adulterated you will not get a therapeutic benefit.

Wishing you success with your “experimentation“

Water

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) Essential Oil

Medical Properties: Mucolytic, decongestant, anti-inflammatory, regulates lipid metabolism, antiviral, antibacterial, antiparasitic

USES: Respiratory infections/congestion, parasites (expelling worms), viral infections, circulatory disorders.

Fragrant Influence: Stimulates creativity and meditation.

CAUTIONS:
E+ (AVOID if susceptible to epilepsy -- can trigger a seizure)
HBP+ (AVOID if dealing with high blood pressure)
P+ (AVOID during pregnancy)

Clove (Syzyglum aromaticum) Essential Oil

Medical Properties: Anti-aging, antitumoral, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, analgesic/anesthetic, antioxidant, anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, stomach protectant (ulcers), antiparasitic (worms), anticonvulsant.

USES: Anti-aging, cardiovascular disease, arthritis/rheumatism, hepatitis, intestinal parasites/.infections, for numbing all types of pain, throat/sinus/lung infections, cataracts, ulcers, lice, toothache, acne

Fragrant Influence: A mental stimulant; encourages sleep, stimulates dreams, and creates a sense of protection and courage.

Application: Dilute 1 part Clove oil with 4 parts carrier oil such as coconut, olive, or any pure unrefined oil.

CAUTIONS: Anticoagulant properties can be enhanced when combined with Warfarin, aspirin, etc.

Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) Essential Oil