To nebulize ozonated glycerin, mix it with distilled water (start at 2.5%), put about 5 mL in a plug-in compressor nebulizer with a mask, and breathe the mist normally for 10 to 15 minutes, once or twice a day.
Diluted in water and run through an ordinary compressor nebulizer, Glyzine™ ozonated glycerin becomes a fine mist you breathe in. This guide covers the equipment, how strong to make it, a mixing table and a step-by-step session.
This article is part of our Ozonated Glycerin (Glyzine™) guide series. For every other way to use it, see how to use ozonated glycerin.
What Do You Need to Nebulize Ozonated Glycerin?
A compressor nebulizer with a mask
Use a plug-in compressor nebulizer (also called a jet or "pump" nebulizer) that comes with a face mask. It's the standard tabletop kind with a small air pump, a tube, a liquid cup and a mask.
- Compressor type. Don't use a mesh or ultrasonic nebulizer: glycerin clogs the mesh, and ultrasonic units are unreliable with it.
- Plugs into the wall. Plug-in units make a denser mist than battery handhelds.
- Face mask included. Many name-brand kits ship with only a mouthpiece, so check the box contents.
Any unit that plugs into the wall and lists an adult mask in the box works. Most run $50 to $100. See compressor nebulizers with masks on Amazon.
Measuring tools and water
| Item | What it's for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 mL oral syringe, no needle, marked in 0.01 mL | Measuring the ozonated glycerin | Glycerin is thick. Draw it slowly and wipe the tip before dispensing. Covidien Monoject 1 mL oral syringe |
| 10 mL syringe, no needle | Measuring the water | SimplyO3 Ozone Syringe, 10cc |
| Small glass cup or shot glass | Mixing | Glass, not plastic |
| Distilled water | The liquid | Saline also works. Never use tap water. |
Keep one syringe for the glycerin and one for water, and label them so they don't get swapped.
How Strong Should the Mix Be?
Strength is the percentage of ozonated glycerin in the total mix. Start light and increase only if it feels comfortable.
- 1%: extra gentle
- 2.5%: start here
- 5%: step up
- 10%: upper limit
Move up one step after a few comfortable sessions. If a session feels heavy, go back to the previous strength.
How Do You Mix It?
Most nebulizer cups hold 5 to 8 mL. Mix a 5 mL batch for each session, or a 10 mL batch if you want easier measuring at the low strengths.
| Strength | For a 5 mL cup | For a 10 mL batch |
|---|---|---|
| 1% | 0.05 mL glycerin + 4.95 mL water | 0.1 mL glycerin + 9.9 mL water |
| 2% | 0.1 mL glycerin + 4.9 mL water | 0.2 mL glycerin + 9.8 mL water |
| 2.5% | 0.125 mL glycerin + 4.875 mL water | 0.25 mL glycerin + 9.75 mL water |
| 5% | 0.25 mL glycerin + 4.75 mL water | 0.5 mL glycerin + 9.5 mL water |
| 10% | 0.5 mL glycerin + 4.5 mL water | 1.0 mL glycerin + 9.0 mL water |
Measuring 0.05 mL is fiddly. For 1%, mix the 10 mL batch, load 5 mL into the cup, and keep the rest in the fridge for your next session within 24 hours.
How Do You Do a Session?
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Measure the ozonated glycerin with the 1 mL syringe and put it in the glass cup. -
Measure the water with the 10 mL syringe and add it. -
Swirl for 2 to 3 minutes. Glycerin doesn't want to mix with water, so keep swirling until the liquid looks even. -
Pour it into the nebulizer cup and attach the cup to the mask. -
Connect the tube to the compressor and turn it on. You should see mist within a few seconds. -
Put on the mask and breathe normally, sitting upright and relaxed. Don't force deep breaths; breathe in gently through the nose. -
Run until the cup is empty, about 10 to 15 minutes. -
Rinse the cup and mask with warm water and let them air dry. Replace the cup on the manufacturer's schedule, since glycerin residue builds up.
How Often Can You Nebulize It?
Once or twice a day, or whenever you want it.
Good to Know
- If the mist feels heavy, stop and use a weaker mix next time.
- Never nebulize undiluted ozonated glycerin. Always mix it with water first.
- A mixed batch keeps in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much ozonated glycerin do you put in a nebulizer?
About 5 mL of mix per session. At 2.5%, that's 0.125 mL of ozonated glycerin plus 4.875 mL of distilled water.
Can you use saline instead of distilled water?
Yes. Distilled water is preferred because it's easier to find, but saline works too. Never use tap water.
Why not a mesh or ultrasonic nebulizer?
Glycerin is thick enough to clog a mesh, and ultrasonic units don't mist it reliably. A plug-in compressor nebulizer handles it well.
Where Do These Amounts Come From?
These amounts follow published guidance from ozone practitioners, including Dr. Robert Rowen's nebulizing guidelines, which start at 1% to 2.5% and allow up to 5 mL twice a day.
Get Glyzine™
Glyzine™ is pure ozonized glycerin, about 10,000 ppm, made from USP-grade organic vegetable glycerin in a cleanroom built to ISO Class 5 specifications. Each batch is made to order and ships within two business days of production.
Continue Reading
- How to Use Ozonated Glycerin: Nasal Spray, Drinking, Nebulizing and Skin
- Is Ozonated Glycerin Safe?
- How Long Does Ozonated Glycerin Last?
- Shop Glyzine™ ozonated glycerin →
Sources
This guide is product-use information only. Follow your nebulizer manufacturer's instructions. Stop if you feel any discomfort, and talk with a healthcare professional if you have questions about whether it is right for you.
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