How is this lavender oil soluble in different carriers?

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The oil is soluble in ethanol and fixed oils, and insoluble in water — a typical profile for steam-distilled lavender oil that dictates how you blend it. Solubility & Miscibility CarrierBehavior70% ethanol1 vol dissolves in 3 vol to a clear solution (GB/T 12653-2008)Fixed oils (jojoba, sweet almond, sunflower)Fully miscibleWaterInsoluble — requires a solubilizer or carrier for water-based productsPractical consequences for your production: use ethanol (perfume/alcohol bases) or a carrier oil (massage/skincare blends) directly; for sprays, gels or diffuser bases containing water, add a suitable solubilizer such as polysorbate before the oil. We can share dilution ratios we have validated in our own compounding trials.Send us your target base formula and we will confirm solubility performance with a free compatibility check.

Carrier	Behavior
70% ethanol	1 vol dissolves in 3 vol to a clear solution (GB/T 12653-2008)
Fixed oils (jojoba, sweet almond, sunflower)	Fully miscible
Water	Insoluble — requires a solubilizer or carrier for water-based products

How is this lavender oil soluble in different carriers?

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