Dandelion oil is a gentle herbal oil made by infusing dandelion flowers into a carrier oil.
It is NOT essential oil (which requires distillation).
Instead, it’s an infused oil, which means the plant’s beneficial compounds slowly transfer into the oil over time.

There are two safe and common methods: the slow infusion and the warm infusion.

1. Slow, Sunlight Infusion (Traditional Method)

This is the most natural and commonly used method.

You Need:

Fresh dandelion flowers (pesticide-free)
A carrier oil (olive, jojoba, almond, grapeseed, or sunflower oil)
A clean glass jar

Steps:

Pick the flowers on a sunny day.
Let them dry for 24–48 hours on a towel.
- This reduces moisture and prevents mold.
Fill a glass jar halfway with the dried flowers.
Pour your carrier oil over the flowers until they are completely covered.
Seal the jar and place it on a sunny windowsill for 2–3 weeks.
Shake the jar gently every 1–2 days.
After the infusion time, strain the oil through a clean cloth or fine sieve.
Store the finished dandelion oil in a dark glass bottle.

Result:

A beautifully golden, floral oil that’s soothing for the skin, joints, and muscles.

2. Warm Infusion (Faster Method)

Steps:

Dry the flowers as above (24–48 hours).
Place them in a heat-safe jar or bowl.
Pour carrier oil over them.
Heat gently in a double boiler or slow cooker on very low heat for 2–3 hours.
Strain and store in a dark bottle.