A plastic dropper set is a squeezable pipette used to pick up and release liquids drop by drop, so you can measure essential oils, fragrance oils and other thin liquids accurately without spills. The Azlok Essential Oils Plastic Dropper Set comes in 1 ML and 3 ML sizes and is sold as a Buy 1 Get 1 Free pack at ₹99, which makes it handy to keep a few around your workbench.
If you have ever tried to add exactly three drops of an oil straight from a bottle, you already know why a dedicated dropper matters. It gives you control, keeps your blends consistent, and saves you from wasting expensive ingredients.
What you can use it for
These droppers are simple, but they earn their place in a lot of situations. The plastic body is lightweight, reusable and easy to rinse.
- Essential and carrier oil blending: Measure drops precisely when mixing your own roll-on blends or diffuser recipes.
- Candle making: Add fragrance oils to melted wax in controlled amounts so the scent throw stays balanced.
- Soap making: Dispense colourants, fragrance and additives without overpouring into your batter.
- General crafting and hobby work: Transfer glue, inks, dyes or small quantities of any thin liquid.
- Home and travel use: Refill smaller bottles or portion out liquids for a trip.
The graduated markings help when a recipe asks for a measured volume rather than a drop count, and the squeeze bulb lets you release liquid slowly.
How to use a plastic dropper correctly
Getting clean, accurate transfers is mostly about technique. Once you get the feel for the bulb, it becomes second nature.
- Squeeze the bulb before you dip the tip into the liquid.
- Lower the tip into the oil or liquid, then slowly release the bulb to draw it up.
- Lift the dropper out and hold it upright over your container.
- Gently press the bulb to release one drop at a time, counting as you go.
- For volume measurements, watch the graduated line rather than counting drops.
Choose the 1 ML dropper for very small, drop-by-drop work like essential oil blending, and the 3 ML one when you need to move slightly larger quantities in fewer squeezes.
Cleaning, reuse and safety tips
Plastic droppers are reusable, but they need a rinse between different liquids so scents and colours do not carry over.
- Rinse with warm water and a little soap, then draw clean water through the tip a few times.
- For oily residue, a rinse with a small amount of rubbing alcohol helps, followed by water. Let it air-dry fully before storing.
- Use a separate dropper for each strong fragrance or dye if you want to avoid any mixing of smells.
- Do not ingest essential oils or fragrance oils, and keep both the oils and droppers out of reach of children.
- Essential oils should always be diluted in a carrier oil before skin contact, and it is wise to patch-test first.
- Work in a ventilated space when handling strong fragrance oils or solvents.
One honest note: plastic droppers are ideal for water-based liquids and most oils, but harsh solvents or citrus-heavy oils can degrade plastic over time. If you notice the bulb hardening or the plastic clouding, retire that dropper.
Buying and storage tips
Because droppers are inexpensive and easy to lose or misplace, buying a set makes sense. Azlok offers this dropper set as a Buy 1 Get 1 Free pack, so you can dedicate different droppers to different jobs. Store them in a clean, dry container away from direct sunlight and dust. Keeping the tips capped or wrapped prevents grime from settling inside. Made in India, the set is designed for everyday craft and measuring use rather than laboratory-grade precision.
FAQ
Can I reuse plastic droppers?
Yes. Rinse thoroughly between liquids and let them dry completely. Replace any dropper if the plastic clouds, cracks or the bulb loses its squeeze.
How many drops are in 1 ML?
It varies with the liquid's thickness and the dropper tip, but as a rough guide 1 ML is around 20 drops for a typical thin oil. Always count for recipes that need exact drop amounts.
Is the plastic dropper safe for essential oils?
It works well for measuring and transferring most essential oils in small amounts. For long-term storage of undiluted essential oils, glass is preferable, as some concentrated oils can affect plastic over time.
What is the difference between the 1 ML and 3 ML droppers?
The 1 ML dropper suits fine, drop-by-drop dosing like blending essential oils. The 3 ML dropper moves more liquid per squeeze, which is convenient for candle and soap fragrance additions.
Can children use these for craft projects?
Under adult supervision and with safe, non-toxic liquids, yes. Keep essential oils, fragrance oils and any chemicals away from children entirely.