How To Make Lavender Essential Oil

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[@ModernMolliee]

I picked my own lavender at a u pick. If you don't have a lavender farm near you, you can get it online here: rstyle.me/+kGhiq-g4tYB30ZrcyJsPMA

[@natashathorrington5478]

I have a lot of cinnamon trees on my property as I live in Seychelles and want to make cinnamon oil, any advice

[@Taxistheft.]

@@natashathorrington5478 lucky, I want to live in Seychelles it seems so beautiful 😊

[@Boaters_hub]

Taking a tincture approach to this. The next step would be than to boil down most of that vodka. Witch would leave you with a thick lavender waxy substance that could be diluted with coconut oil to make it resemble more of a essential oil(be incredibly careful as alcohol is flammable, the higher the proof the more flammable. Also the more proof the better the extract) I think this videos extraction method has its own personal uses and it is a good how to. Steam extraction is kinda costly🙁 another option would be solvents like c02 or dimethyl ether. I havent seen ether used before but its all the same concept. Returns probably very between solvent used.

[@ModernMolliee]

Thank you for all the info! 😊

[@TheJoan48]

yeah, this is not an oil it is a tincture.

[@theqcoolMOVIE]

The alcohol is supposed to evaporate to make the oil. This is basically off wikihow (but still a nice video)

[@ModernMolliee]

So I've been told :)

[@oliveramaksimovic9760]

Actally the technical term is a macerate. It contains essential oils, but other solvents too. You shouldnt use it for medicinal purposes, but sprays, candles and such more than fine, and very easy to make ;)

[@mde3370]

@@oliveramaksimovic9760 then how do you suppose making the true essential oil rather than this method?

[@Boaters_hub]

@@mde3370 steaming in a still is probably the best way. Not sure if others have had success with pressing oils with light heat🤔

[@sarahjane120292]

Extremely misleading title, this is an infused extract (aka tincture), NOT an essential oil.

[@ModernMolliee]

I just followed a DIY recipe online. This video is just for fun!

[@internetcityresident3476]

Give Mollie Rose a break!

[@Kyle_Hubbard]

@@internetcityresident3476 I'm not someone who gives enough of a shit to have an sort of opinion on whether it's this or that. However, to be fair if you're going to make a guide video it's preferable to actually do the research. Then that way nobody complains about misinformation. A made for fun video is fine but it's better left as not being a How To.

[@elizalaguera]

@@Kyle_Hubbard exactly. this is misleading and could be dangerous if someone uses it as an extract for things it shouldn’t be

[@elizalaguera]

@@gren_n2998 it’s alright, i’m happy to help! i’m spanish dominant myself:). essential oils are made through distillation. i can’t explain well but you can look up videos of the process here. basically steamed to get the oils out so it’s just pure oil. tinctures are plants with healing benefits soaked in alcohol (like the drinking one 50-180 proof). i hope this cleared it for you

[@va2x]

I made this and omggggg it smells gooddd

[@ModernMolliee]

Ah yay!!

[@josh2045]

And how does it taste?

[@kenycewescott1295]

So the scent from the Lavender will also be in the oil as well?

[@tebethblaker777]

Short & sweet! Easiest to do of all the vid's I've seen so far AND you use a filter I actually have on hand.

[@ModernMolliee]

Thank you!! 😊

[@discobikerAndRosie]

You can use cheese cloth instead of coffee filters. Filters won't fit over larger glass containers. And, they can rip. 😊

[@matthiusdofre9259]

Well i loved this video Mollie. People take things too personal. Im looking into making my own essential oils and this was a blessing because i learned how to make tincture and that there is a difference. So I appreciate this. Not sure why so many people feel the need to say the say same thing over n over but im pretty you understood the first couple times someone "corrected" you. Keep making your fun and informative videos. Im subscribing now

[@ModernMolliee]

Aw thank you so much, Matthius!

[@matthiusdofre9259]

@@ModernMolliee i followed the steps and it worked wonderfully

[@ModernMolliee]

@@matthiusdofre9259 I'm so glad to hear that!

[@matthiusdofre9259]

@@ModernMolliee i am curious if you plan on making more videos like this. I really enjoyed this one so i subscribed n hit the bell icon but i havent gotten any notifications for new videos

[@ModernMolliee]

@@matthiusdofre9259 Thank you for subscribing and turning on notifications!! I have been posting new videos. None have been specifically about lavender or essential oils. I'm definitely opening to creating more related content though!

[@teamlavenderoutdooradventu9808]

Love how simple you make it look. I might just give it a try. 😁👍💚

[@ModernMolliee]

It really wasn't hard! Let me know if you give it a try!

[@Sweyn.Vagabond]

She did it wrong lol she made lavender vodka not oil

[@SteampunkGroove_John3.16]

THANK YOU~ time-consuming and not exactly oil .... BUT i love that this is hands-off / its own DIY so that I can live my life while it does its thing.

[@saraharry3025]

Much more economical way of making it for relaxation than buying a 3-5 hundred dollar still. Thank you

[@_im.so.bored_]

this is great for preserving my lavender without expensive equipment!! do you need dry lavender or can you use fresh lavender?

[@sweetsingin]

I learned so much from this video!! Thanks! I mean... mainly, I learned not to call a tincture an essential oil, unless you want to get a bunch of extreme reactions in the comments. Wow. But I also made this as you suggested, and it's lovely. Thank you.

[@ModernMolliee]

Seriously! Well I'm glad you made it and enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing!

[@xkhalilthebossxx9986]

I am seeing so much lavender I live in Detroit its everywhere I'm going to harvest it today

[@moe4357]

How was ur

[@moe4357]

How was it

[@annaluciajager167]

Can you use rubbing alcohol? Like liquid hand sanitizer?

[@NaturesNaturalRemedies]

This is great but am a little confused. Is there enough oil in the lavender to call this lavender oil or is this a lavender tincture? I am a student. Thanks for making the video!!

[@zuzanasera6164]

I am so thankfully because I want be an entrepreneur with lavender and vanilla and I am a kid.

[@sarahjane120292]

Thank her for showing you how to make an extract, not an essential oil.

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

This isn’t a Essential Oil

[@Kimberly-rh2zp]

Going to try honeysuckle, my first time

[@tikastransitions4281]

Omg so easy ! Subscribed 💜 Question? Can you use lavender that is already packaged? I ordered some from Amazon to make lemonade and have tons left over .

[@davidschmidt270]

Simple no brainer way that you showed me was really appreciated it....oh yeah the music went well with the video as well 👏👏👏🐧🍰

[@ModernMolliee]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words and I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊

[@crazyee1180]

Thank you so much!! I was looking for natural essential oils and nothing and this was a recommended video.. thanks you 😊😊😊

[@nwinburn]

Just be careful. This is NOT essential oil.

[@awadventures6230]

Haha I actually thought you need to add it to oil 🤷🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️ thank goodness I saw this first

[@DeborahDevanyTablues]

No oil? So this is really a spritzer and not an oil? Thanks 😊

[@ModernMolliee]

It's an essential oil! You can add other ingredients to make it a spray (like a room spray and linen spray!)

[@kimbergstrom1237]

@@ModernMolliee what ingredients would you add to make it a spray?

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Kim Bergstrom this is not a Essential Oil, @Deborah is right, its a Tincture

[@madelinecalderon375]

@@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769 can you use tinctures in making candles??

[@ARMS1923]

Instead of putting it in a sunny area for a week could you just boil the lavender mixture and vodka over the stovetop?

[@ModernMolliee]

That's a good question! I don't think so because that would impact the vodka differently but honestly I don't know.

[@MyLucasProduction]

You would need a distillation apparatus for that

[@qbnmusica]

I’m confused... isn’t this lavender extract for cooking ??? I’d love this for my baking. How do you convert this to oil?

[@ModernMolliee]

I use culinary lavender in my baking :)

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Barbara Yasuhara basically it’s not a Essential Oil, it would be if it was infused together with a Carrier Oil such as Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil or another Fixed Oil This is a Tincture

[@jlholistic]

@@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769 I believe your intention was helpful here, but what you described would not be an essential oil either 🕊️

[@kushcloud420]

Instead of vodka can i use nail varnish remover

[@KristenONeillArt]

Nice to see a recipe for essential oil, not infused oil. :)

[@sarahjane120292]

It’s not an oil...it’s an infused alcoholic extract or tincture.

[@mandeepaksngh]

Is fragrance oil and infused oil the same?

[@lolthepop324alois8]

I live in aix where there is the most lavender in the world it's kinda funny each day our whole family like putting lavender here's in out mouth like a cowboy and for food but we never used it for our skin 😅

[@ModernMolliee]

Oh wow!

[@ghostinthenetworks662]

Lavender shots

[@paulinemoore6587]

Could you use that in homemade soap making?

[@pseudotimestretch]

You can use any type of *essential* oil for soap making, so go ahead. :D

[@ModernMolliee]

Absolutely! Also lavender on it's own is good in soap. I made lavender soap last summer!

[@rehannahorcutt3098]

I’ll try this! Thank you! My lavender plant bloomed beautifully and I’ve been wanting to make some lavender oil. Btw can I use something other than vodka?

[@ModernMolliee]

Oh yay! How nice! I've only made it with vodka so I'm not sure, sorry!

[@tamiav3124]

I used Seagrams gin. Came out well!

[@CitasJourney]

Grain alcohol, though I’m not sure where you can get it lol

[@morganfaunce941]

Hi! I’m on the step now where my lavender is sitting in the coffee filter draining for a few days. It smells very strongly of lavender vodka tho, and doesn’t have as oily of a texture as I’d like. Any suggestions on how to achieve this and be rid of the vodka smell? Thank you!

[@thewitchscabin.official]

3-month-late reply but here we go. To remove the strong vodka smell, cover your glass container, filled with the mixture, with cheesecloth or clean coffee filter for at least 24 hours. The vodka smell will be gone by then.

[@lilychau1671]

Hi, how does lavender in vodka turned into lavender oil?. Can i use this for candle making now or what more i need to do? Thanks

[@clarkoption1941]

Don’t you have to use a stronger alcohol? Back in the day when we’d extract salvia we had to use everclear

[@sowhat9103]

How can i find salvia lmao

[@jaare344]

Well its not all wrong. Last step to make the oil is to evaporate the alcohol by cooking in a rice cooker or any electric stove! To be safe! Lol But its a good video, and steps are well explained

[@ModernMolliee]

Thanks!

[@slimeylemon2018]

Y do u leave it out after u use the coffee fillter is it for the vodka to evaporate

[@i_rinn]

yes

[@slimeylemon2018]

@@i_rinn thank you I was really confused

[@i_rinn]

@@slimeylemon2018 no problem lol

[@myf14tomcat]

I enjoyed your video, it was informative and professional, the music is great but it's too loud, I kept having to turn down the volume when the music played.

[@ribkahelindra8720]

Can i subtitute vodka with alcohol instead?

[@pishanantrapp8265]

Hi Mollie! If I make it in winter, no sun, how long should I wait? And can I use it for making lavender candles? Thank you. 🙏🏽💋

[@ModernMolliee]

Hi Pishanan! That's a good question. Honestly I don't know, sorry!!

[@thatperson4441]

What do I do if I don’t have any vodka? Should I put water in?

[@ModernMolliee]

Unfortunately water won't work!

[@emilynye7526]

Love the smell!!! Can you use it in a burner and add a little water? Just a little apprehensive because of the vodka?! Thanks :) x

[@ModernMolliee]

Hi Emily! Honestly I don't know but I'd maybe not to be careful!

[@camilamoll3343]

No, IT can be dangerous because this is NOT ESENCIAL OIL is a tincture, usually used internally. Add 20 drops un a glass of water and drink it to treat anxiety and little sleep problems

[@ermwhatthesigmaaaaaa]

Could I put it into a plastic bottle after it’s made?

[@ModernMolliee]

I stored mine in glass

[@amybecker3480]

Does the type of lavender plant matter? I have 2 different types than what you have.

[@LoveGuruBlaire]

So the essential "oil" is not actually an oil, but in vodka?

[@TheJanicetunes]

Great video! Can you tell me what kind of vodka is best? How much lavender to what amount of vodka?

[@ModernMolliee]

Thank you! Any vodka will work :) Use twice as much vodka as lavender. You want to make sure the lavender is completely submerged in vodka!

[@richardliu1657]

please tell me where I can buy organic tea tree leaves , and Lavender leaves on the Market in the united states, california,or on line , thanks.

[@allthatgirlcoronado]

Thank you

[@JA-xz4vr]

Can I use this in candle and baths? Can we not use vodka?

[@ModernMolliee]

You can definitely use it in candles! I'd be careful with baths - in case you have sensitive skin.

[@luvwins641]

Can you use grapewine instead of vodka?

[@ModernMolliee]

I don't think so!

[@yoriichi3347]

I don't have vodka can i use water?.

[@1642joe]

Very useful and simple

[@ModernMolliee]

Thank you!

[@kimbergstrom1237]

would have liked to have seen it through to the second filtering process to understand whether the color (brown) comes out or what happens...she went too fast in that part...

[@ModernMolliee]

Sorry about that! I made this quick little video a couple years ago.

[@minettecaraig5174]

How long before it goes bad?

[@saishmaagulla5286]

Can we use them with soy wax to make scented candles?

[@zuzanasera6164]

It is a very good idea.

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Yes you can and may I ask what Wax you are using?

[@MyMina13]

Where did you purchase your bowl from ?

[@ModernMolliee]

Flying Tiger but I think they are only on the East Coast! This one is very similar: rstyle.me/+hgJON1jPPgazorROTblyDQ

[@shraddharajesh9822]

Can I use dried lavender?

[@ModernMolliee]

Yes!

[@ambervisions]

This is great. This is actually a tincture not an essential oil.

[@beverlymurch474]

What is the difference between a tincture and an essential oil?

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Beverly Murch Follow this link: www.thehealthygrocer.com/post/2017/06/19/essential-oils-101-difference-between-essential-oils-and-tinctures-and-extracts

[@jackieisupsettispaghettiwi6189]

@@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769 super helpful, thank you!

[@amoebida]

does this stain my sheets if i spray it? it looks brown

[@ModernMolliee]

Combine a 30 drops of essential oil with 4oz distilled water and 2oz rubbing alcohol to make a linen spray! It won't stain your sheets :)

[@oshadhiekaushalya3754]

What is the concentraion of vodka

[@cinivia8840]

Can I use everclear as the alcohol?? I bought a huge 150 proof bottle because someone said to use 120 vodka but my liquor store only carried 100 proof.

[@ModernMolliee]

Honestly I don't know, sorry!

[@jhcaptures1830]

May I know what type of lavender plant you are using.

[@sarab9337]

It doesn't smell like Vodka at all after only 1 week?

[@ModernMolliee]

Nope!

[@jensineeichermuller6802]

Turned this right off when I heard her say she uses vodka 😂

[@Gino_567]

What a nasty comment

[@marygracevicente291]

extraction is the other method to use when making essential oil. vodka is used for extracting.

[@WahidurRahman-tc3jt]

Can I use it hair?

[@ChrisRealWorld]

Can I use Budweiser instead of Vodka?

[@angelicarivera6427]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nunanuna9084]

but how u get the oil? :S

[@SU88US]

How many hours/days to keep under a closed lid? Thank you! 🌷

[@ModernMolliee]

About a week in a sunny area!

[@lapyayt7275]

Thank you!

[@Sweyn.Vagabond]

So you didn't make essential oil.. you infused lavender with vodka?

[@zarytskairyna2111]

Want to try it because i like to spray lavender oil on my pillow and this one will have no oily spots because there r no oil 😅

[@ModernMolliee]

I love lavender on my pillows too!

[@phiaowo3999]

im going to try and do this

[@ModernMolliee]

Yay!

[@littleweird177]

Can you still use it for a bath and or to put in oil burner?

[@littleweird177]

Also what else could you use to filter it if you don’t have a coffee filter?

[@htt8740]

What to do if you finisht straining it, i didnt understand

[@ModernMolliee]

You let it sit for a few days then transfer it to a jar to use!

[@baderuj6691]

I cane make it without vodka ?

[@vanessalou388]

Just wondering what the background music is called?

[@ModernMolliee]

'Dreams' by Joakim Karud!

[@roro6320]

LOVE this. I have an oil defuser and I ran out of my favorite lavender oil and you can only get it online and shipping takes for ever. Hopefully this will suffice. Thanks

[@ModernMolliee]

Yay! Enjoy!

[@tapangasoul6928]

Isnt this a tincture?

[@ModernMolliee]

That's what others have been saying. I just followed a DIY recipe I found online :)

[@sadier3829]

What's the shelf life on the essential oil

[@ModernMolliee]

I try to use my essential oils within a year. I'm not sure if there's an expiration date on them!

[@pablovergaratelechea]

about a week ago!

[@KarenLeon457]

Hi there, I ran into your video looking for lavender extract. Yours is the easiest and more in I've seen so far. 🤗😍 Could I use this extract for baking? I want to make lavender/ lemon cupcakes 🤗😁😊😋

[@ModernMolliee]

Hi Jeimi! Thank you for watching! I would use culinary lavender for baking.

[@prachisaxena9740]

Is that dried lavender?

[@ModernMolliee]

Yes, you need dried lavender. I dried it from fresh!

[@jk4271]

Can you use this for candles?

[@ModernMolliee]

Yes!

[@VitalVibrationz]

Aren’t you supposed to let the solvent (alcohol) evaporate to be left with the essential oil? This isn’t an extract it’s a tincture

[@qusayibrahim7201]

Vodka ? Where I can found a vodak in muslims countries ? Can I use Alcohol with out spritis drinks ?

[@xylerpunk7481]

Just wondering, could this give me a breakout since I don’t suppose alcohol is great for skin?

[@ModernMolliee]

Yes, this could break you out. I wouldn't put this on your face!

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

WiccanEvil don’t put this on your skin please, it will irritate and burn it. Number one rule when using Essential Oils or Blends on the Skin is to mix it with a Carrier Oil like Sweat Almond Oil or Jojoba etc.

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

Mollie Rose this mixture can’t be put on the skin full stop

[@rupalidebnath241]

Nice

[@batmanloko8237]

Can I use this to make a Lavander candle? Is it going to explode and kill me and my family? (Sorry for the dramatic touch lol)

[@salwathamrah]

Help me with this. How did you use the coffee filter?

[@ModernMolliee]

I'm not sure what you mean? I put it on top of a jar to strain out the lavender.

[@salwathamrah]

@@ModernMolliee Got it. I was confused it filter coffee. It is a delicacy of South India.

[@Javyy89]

Love the background song do you have the name of it??

[@ModernMolliee]

Shoot, I don't have it anymore! This video is a couple years old.

[@athelapepito2195]

can i use lavender leaves instead?

[@ModernMolliee]

I haven't tried it so unfortunately, I'm not sure!

[@chantal..kettany]

Does this work with rose too ? Thanks in advance

[@ModernMolliee]

I actually have a rose water tutorial!

[@chantal..kettany]

@@ModernMolliee thank you so much ❤

[@beverlymurch474]

Can other oils be made using the same method? Herbs like thyme, sage or goldenrod?

[@ModernMolliee]

I've only tried lavender so I'm not sure!

[@michellemcbriarty5760]

Yes, you can. You can even use vanilla bean husks, after you scrape the beans out of it and stick it with some vodka and let it sit for a couple of weeks. You will have created vanilla extract.

[@ModernMolliee]

@@michellemcbriarty5760 Oh good to know! Thanks!

[@gar7reever754]

This not an essential....it is a tincture BIG difference!!

[@thecurator2626]

Thanks

[@ModernMolliee]

Thanks for watching!

[@katiew594]

What Ratio so I use tho

[@autumnthemasterofjokes2148]

Does this work for other plants too?

[@ModernMolliee]

I don't know, I haven't tried it with any others!

[@autumnthemasterofjokes2148]

alrighty, if I try it I'll let you know how it goes!

[@ModernMolliee]

@@autumnthemasterofjokes2148 Sounds good!

[@nonawatkins9151]

Can I use this recipe in soap making?

[@ModernMolliee]

For soap, I've used goat's milk soap base (from Amazon) and added dried lavender or oil!

[@natashagreen-chillaxedprod7769]

No you cannot use this in Soap Making or any Products Absorbed by the Skin nor in Candles or Melts. You can use dried lavender or English Lavender Essential Oil. I Male & Sell The Safest Soy Candles + Soy Melts In The World Plus Various Skincare Products Incl Organic Baby Skincare Products, Organic Assorted Soaps + More. I’m a Qualified licensed Aromatherapist, Registered Nurse & Midwife, so I know what I’m talking about.

[@katelynramos9648]

Could i use something else than vodka please tell me i really want to make it but i dont have vodka 🌿🌿🌿😁

[@katelynramos9648]

Plz tell me i really want to make some if anybody knows don't hesitate to comment!🌿🌿🌿😁

[@ModernMolliee]

I think you need to use grain alcohol, which vodka is. Honestly I’m not sure if you can make it with something else. If anyone else knows, I’d love to know too! 😊 you can definitely use lavender for other DIYs - you can add it to oil or soap too!

[@katelynramos9648]

Ty!!!

[@sandyrnaphtali810]

Yes can use Olive oil...

[@katelynramos9648]

Oh ok! Ty ill try that too!

[@symbolikarts]

The music was louder than your voice and very annoying the way it comes in and out of the video. The instructions for the Lavender tincture, not essential oil, were not bad except I would use Everclear, if you can get it legally, and a thumbs up for the video quality cause it looked great!✌

[@ModernMolliee]

Thanks for watching! I'll take your feedback into consideration.

[@daisymae17]

Does it have a vodka smell?

[@ModernMolliee]

Nope!