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balcony picnic

3 oils · Citrus · Floral · code BL-1487


A picnic on your own balcony. Three drops of bergamot are elegant, a single drop of palmarosa brings sweet lemony grass with a hint of rose, and one drop of ylang-ylang adds sweet yellow flowers. The scent is gentle and fresh like a picnic blanket in the afternoon sun. Great for a balcony, rooftop or a living room with the doors open. Place the diffuser somewhere sheltered from the wind so the scent lingers longer.


Formula

Drop ratio · 3:1:1
Bergamot3 drops · top note
Palmarosa1 drop · middle note
Ylang Ylang1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Bergamot (light citrus with a floral edge, Earl Grey style) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Palmarosa (sweet and grassy with a rosy note); ylang ylang (rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral) 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
Bergamot 3 · Palmarosa 1 · Ylang Ylang 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Bergamot 3 · Palmarosa 1 · Ylang Ylang 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
Bergamot 18 · Palmarosa 6 · Ylang Ylang 6 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing

Bergamot can make skin sensitive to sunlight when applied topically — avoid sun and tanning beds for 12 hours after applying.

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 balcony picnic in a diffuser?
Add Bergamot 3 · Palmarosa 1 · Ylang Ylang 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 bergamot?
Swap bergamot for lemon or sweet orange — same citrus family. The blend will shift a little: lemon is fresh, bright and clean.
When is the best time to use balcony picnic?
Use it when guests are coming, on weekends, after tidying the house, or whenever you want a little good mood.

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