How do I use breathe in, count to 4 in a diffuser?

Add Geranium 2 · Lavender 2 · Peppermint 2 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 geranium?

Swap geranium for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.

When is the best time to use breathe in, count to 4?

Use it while meditating, doing yoga, journaling, or simply sitting still for 10 minutes without your phone.

Breathe in, count to 4 · Geranium, Lavender, Peppermint blend

Breathe in for a count of four, hold, then breathe out really slowly. Geranium, lavender, and peppermint share two drops each: green rose, soft herbs, and a streak of cool just strong enough to make each breath feel clear. This blend suits box breathing, or any time you need to find your rhythm again. If you use it at night, cut peppermint to one drop for a softer scent.

Formula

Drop ratio · 2:2:2
Geranium	2 drops · middle note
Lavender	2 drops · middle note
Peppermint	2 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Peppermint (cool, sharp and clean) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced); 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

Geranium 2 · Lavender 2 · Peppermint 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Geranium 2 · Lavender 2 · Peppermint 2 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

Geranium 10 · Lavender 10 · Peppermint 10 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 breathe in, count to 4 in a diffuser?: Add Geranium 2 · Lavender 2 · Peppermint 2 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 geranium?: Swap geranium for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.
When is the best time to use breathe in, count to 4?: Use it while meditating, doing yoga, journaling, or simply sitting still for 10 minutes without your phone.

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