Haha, your lavender story made me feel better about my own herbal oil disasters. I once tried making peppermint oil, thinking it'd be refreshing and subtle... nope, ended up smelling like toothpaste on steroids. But you're right about patience—after sitting for a few weeks, it mellowed out nicely. Rosemary does sound intense though; maybe blending it with something citrusy could balance out that sharpness? Either way, experimenting is half the fun (and frustration), right?
Totally agree about rosemary—it can get pretty overwhelming. Citrus is a good call, or maybe even something softer like chamomile to mellow it out. Peppermint oil's actually great for oral health, btw... just gotta dilute it properly or yeah, toothpaste city. Learned that the hard way myself.
Yeah, peppermint oil can definitely sneak up on you—I had a batch once that was way too intense, felt like I'd brushed my teeth ten times in a row. If you're dealing with something overpowering like rosemary or peppermint, diluting it step-by-step with a neutral carrier oil (like jojoba or almond) usually helps. Start small, test it out, and adjust gradually. Also, storing the mixture in a cool, dark place for a few days can mellow the scent a bit. Patience is key with these homemade extracts... learned that from experience too, haha.
"Patience is key with these homemade extracts... learned that from experience too, haha."
Haha yeah, patience is definitely the secret ingredient. I remember trying to make lavender oil to save some cash—ended up smelling like grandma's closet for weeks. 😂 Diluting helped a bit, but honestly letting it sit and mellow out in the back of the cabinet was the real game-changer. Sometimes you just gotta let nature do its thing, even if it tests your patience (and budget) a little.
Couldn't agree more—time really is your friend with homemade extracts. I once tried making peppermint tincture, thinking it'd freshen up my breath naturally. Let's just say it felt like I'd gargled mouthwash straight from Antarctica... way too intense. I found mixing small amounts into tea or honey helped smooth things out nicely after a few weeks of mellowing. Definitely learned that moderation and patience go hand-in-hand with these DIY projects.
