How do I use the “balcony at five o'clock” blend in a diffuser?

Add White Tea 3 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.

What can I use instead of white tea?

Swap white tea for black tea or green tea — same tea family. The blend will shift a little: black tea is steeped, warm and slightly malty.

When does the “balcony at five o'clock” blend work best?

Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

Balcony at five o'clock · White Tea blend

Sharp lemon eucalyptus, lavender, white tea; a calm, fragrant balcony.

A calm, fragrant balcony at day's end: lemon eucalyptus sharp with citrusy leaf, lavender gentle, and white tea keeping the whole thing soft. Made for sitting in the breeze after work, watching the light slide down the railing as the city slows. Place the diffuser in a sheltered corner and start it at five for about 30 minutes; for more coolness, add a drop of lemon eucalyptus.

Formula

Drop ratio · 3:2:1
White Tea	3 drops · middle note
Lemon Eucalyptus	2 drops · top note
Lavender	1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemon eucalyptus (green, lemony and cool, a little like lemongrass) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. White tea (light and clean with a floral whisper); lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. With no woody or resin base note, this blend fades fairly quickly — switch it on again after 1–2 hours to keep the room scented.

Method

Diffuser

White Tea 3 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

White Tea 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops, then top up with a carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond). Dab on wrists and the back of the neck.

50 ml room spray

White Tea 15 · Lemon Eucalyptus 10 · Lavender 5 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Do not use for children under 6, during pregnancy, or if you have a health condition without asking a professional first. Never ingest essential oils; keep them out of reach of children and pets.

FAQ

How do I use the “balcony at five o'clock” blend in a diffuser?: Add White Tea 3 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.
What can I use instead of white tea?: Swap white tea for black tea or green tea — same tea family. The blend will shift a little: black tea is steeped, warm and slightly malty.
When does the “balcony at five o'clock” blend work best?: Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

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Formula

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