[header] How to use lavender oil [title] Dilute pure lavender oil in your choice of carrier. [step] Applying pure essential oil to your skin can potentially cause severe irritation. The most common dilution is a 2% preparation, or 12 drops of lavender oil per 1 fluid ounce (30 ml) of your carrier oil, lotion, or other moisturizer. 
[substeps] Popular carrier oils include coconut, olive, sweet almond, argan, and avocado oils. You can either dilute the lavender oil ahead of time and store it, or you can dilute a little each time you need it.