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How to Infuse Ampersand™ Carrier Oil

Posted by Tony Verzura on Mar 15th 2026

How to Infuse Ampersand™ Carrier Oil

A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most versatile features of the Just Ampersand™ system is its ability to transform oil-based ingredients into a stable, mix-ready powder. Each 30g container of Just Ampersand™ compound powder includes a vial of Ampersand™ Carrier Oil, formulated with C8 and C10 medium-chain triglycerides and Vitamin D3. This carrier oil serves as the foundation for creating custom infused powders using compatible oil-based extracts.

Because many botanical compounds, nutrients, and plant-derived ingredients are naturally lipid soluble, they dissolve more effectively in oils than in water. Once dissolved into the carrier oil, those ingredients can then be incorporated into the Just Ampersand™ compound powder, where the oil is absorbed and converted into a stable powder format.

This guide walks through the basic process of infusing the carrier oil, combining it with the powder, and preparing the final compound for use.

Step 1: What You Need

Before beginning, it is important to gather the right materials and prepare a clean workspace. Proper handling helps support consistency and reduces the risk of introducing moisture or contaminants during mixing.

Included with your Just Ampersand™ 30g container

  • Just Ampersand™ Compound Powder

  • Ampersand™ Carrier Oil vial
    (formulated with C8 / C10 / Vitamin D3)

Recommended tools

  • Small glass or stainless steel bowl

  • Fork, whisk, or silicone spatula

  • Small spoon or scoop

  • Heat-safe glass container if gentle warming is needed

  • Gloves and a clean workspace for best handling practices

Optional oil-based extracts that may be used with Ampersand™ Carrier Oil

Because the carrier oil is designed for lipid-soluble compounds, it can work with a wide range of oil-based ingredients, including:

Plant botanical extracts

  • Turmeric / Curcumin extract

  • Ginger root extract

  • Black pepper extract (Piperine)

  • Ashwagandha extract

  • Boswellia extract

  • Rosemary extract

  • Garlic oil extract

  • Ginseng extract

  • Hemp extract

Essential oil extracts

(food-grade only, where appropriate)

  • Peppermint oil

  • Lemon oil

  • Orange oil

  • Lavender oil

  • Cinnamon oil

  • Clove oil

  • Oregano oil

Nutrient and vitamin extracts

  • Vitamin A

  • Vitamin E

  • Vitamin K2

  • CoQ10

  • Astaxanthin

  • Lutein

  • Zeaxanthin

Functional lipid extracts

  • Omega-3 concentrates (EPA / DHA)

  • Algal oil

  • Fish oil extracts

  • Krill oil extracts

  • CLA (conjugated linoleic acid)

Adaptogenic and functional mushroom extracts

  • Reishi extract

  • Lion’s Mane extract

  • Cordyceps extract

  • Chaga extract

  • Turkey Tail extract

These ingredients are examples of oil-soluble extracts that may blend effectively into Ampersand™ Carrier Oil before being converted into powder form.

Step 2: Infusing the Carrier Oil

The first stage of the process is to combine your chosen oil-based extract with the Ampersand™ Carrier Oil.

Begin by pouring the carrier oil into a small glass container or stainless steel bowl. Add your selected oil-based extract into the oil, then mix gently with a spoon, whisk, or spatula until the extract is fully dissolved and evenly distributed.

The goal is to create a uniform infused oil before introducing it into the powder.

If you are working with a thicker extract, you may use gentle indirect heat to help improve blending. A warm water bath or slightly warmed room-temperature environment may help reduce viscosity and encourage smoother mixing.

Avoid overheating the oil. The purpose of warming is only to improve blending—not to cook, boil, or degrade the ingredients.

Once the extract has dissolved evenly into the carrier oil, the infused oil is ready for the next step.

Step 3: Mixing the Infused Oil Into the Powder

After the oil has been infused, it can be incorporated into the Just Ampersand™ compound powder.

Start by lightly shaking or stirring the powder container to ensure the powder is evenly distributed before use.

Next, pour the infused carrier oil into a clean glass or stainless steel bowl. Add the Just Ampersand™ compound powder to the bowl containing the oil.

Using a fork, whisk, or silicone spatula, begin mixing the powder into the oil. A fork can be especially useful because it allows you to press the powder through the openings, helping to break up clumps and distribute the oil evenly throughout the mixture.

Continue mixing until the powder has fully absorbed the oil and becomes a dry, uniform, free-flowing compound with no visible wet pockets or oil separation.

This step is what transforms the liquid infusion into a stable powdered format that is easier to handle, measure, and use.

Step 4: Storage and Usage Tips

Once the infused oil has been incorporated into the powder, proper storage and handling help maintain consistency and product quality.

Mix thoroughly

Take time to fully blend the powder and oil together. Thorough mixing supports more even distribution of the infused ingredients throughout the final compound.

Use gradual pressure

Using steady pressure with a fork or whisk can help break apart clumps and improve uniformity.

Keep moisture away

The powder is designed to absorb oil efficiently, but unnecessary exposure to water or humidity may affect texture and stability. Use clean, dry tools and avoid introducing moisture during the process.

Store properly

After mixing, place the finished compound in a sealed container and store it in a cool, dry place.

Use as desired

Once prepared, the infused Ampersand™ compound powder can be used in several ways, including:

  • Orally, allowing the powder to dissolve in the mouth

  • Mixed into beverages

  • Added to smoothies or functional drinks

  • Incorporated into recipes or other formulations

Why This Process Matters

The Ampersand™ system was designed to make oil-based ingredients easier to work with by converting them into a more stable and versatile powder format. Rather than dealing with the mess, separation, or handling challenges often associated with liquid oils alone, this process allows infused ingredients to be distributed throughout a dry compound matrix that is easier to measure, store, and use.

By combining Ampersand™ Carrier Oil with the Just Ampersand™ compound powder, users can create a clean, flexible formulation that supports a wide range of everyday applications.

A Simple System With Powerful Versatility

What makes the Ampersand™ system unique is not just the ingredients—it is the way those ingredients work together.

The carrier oil provides an effective medium for dissolving lipid-soluble compounds, while the compound powder converts the infused oil into a stable, mix-ready format. Together, they create a formulation system that is both simple to use and highly adaptable.

Whether you are working with botanical extracts, nutrient oils, or other compatible oil-based ingredients, the Ampersand™ platform offers a modern and practical way to bring those compounds into powder form.

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