G. Cologne Water.
| Oil of bergamot | 1 lb. |
| Oil of lemon | 1 lb. |
| Oil of lavender | 6½ oz. |
| Oil of neroli | ¾ oz. |
| Oil of petit grain | 1½ oz. |
| Oil of orange peel | 1 lb. |
| Oil of rosemary | 150 grains. |
| Alcohol | 30 qts. |
H. Cologne Water.
| Oil of bergamot | 2¼ oz. |
| Oil of cajuput | ½ oz. |
| Oil of lemon | 4½ oz. |
| Oil of lavender | 6½ oz. |
| Oil of neroli | 2¼oz. |
| Oil of orange peel | 4½ oz. |
| Oil of petit grain | ½ oz. |
| Orange-flower water | 1 qt. |
| Alcohol | 30 qts. |
The numerous formulas show that oils of lemon, bergamot, and orange form normal constituents of every Cologne water; the finer grades always contain, in addition, oils of rosemary and neroli. It is advisable to dissolve the aromatics in very strong alcohol and then to effect the dilution required with orange-flower or rose water. This dilution is also to be employed when a cheaper product is desired.
Lavender Perfumes.
English (Mitcham) oil of lavender should always be used when it is desired to produce perfumes of first quality.
Eau de Lavande Ambrée.
| Oil of bergamot | 1 oz. |
| Oil of lemon | ½ oz. |
| Oil of geranium | 75 grains. |
| Oil of lavender | 5½ oz. |
| Musk | 8 grains. |
| Peru balsam | 2 oz. |
| Storax | 4¼ oz. |
| Civet | 15 grains. |
| Alcohol | 10 qts. |
The essential oils are dissolved in the alcohol, the other substances are macerated in the solution for one month, and the liquid decanted.