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Blend recipes · Bug repellent

campsite bug patrol

6 oils · Citrus · Floral · Herbal · Woody · code BL-2522


Four main oils in equal parts: cedarwood like campfire logs, crisp lemon eucalyptus, gentle lavender and sharp green rosemary, while lemongrass and lemon add a fresh top note. This is the ready-made bottle for a weekend camping trip. Portion it into small, diluted spray bottles to mist around the tent and folding chairs, and put a few drops on the tent ropes before dark.


Formula

Drop ratio · 20:20:20:20:10:10
Cedarwood20 drops · base note
Lemon Eucalyptus20 drops · top note
Lavender20 drops · middle note
Rosemary20 drops · top note
Lemongrass10 drops · top note
Lemon10 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemon eucalyptus (green, lemony and cool, a little like lemongrass); rosemary (cool, green, herbal and invigorating); lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); lemon (fresh, bright and clean) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing) forms the body of the scent and stays longest in the room.

What remains. Cedarwood (dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings) sinks in and lingers after the diffuser is off.


Method

Diffuser
Cedarwood 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 2 · Rosemary 2 · Lemongrass 1 · Lemon 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Cedarwood 1 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Lavender 1 · Rosemary 1 · Lemongrass 1 · Lemon 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
Cedarwood 6 · Lemon Eucalyptus 6 · Lavender 6 · Rosemary 6 · Lemongrass 3 · Lemon 3 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing Skin irritant

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

Lemongrass can irritate skin — dilute well and patch-test on a small area first.

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 campsite bug patrol in a diffuser?
Add Cedarwood 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 2 · Rosemary 2 · Lemongrass 1 · Lemon 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 cedarwood?
Swap cedarwood for sandalwood or patchouli — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: sandalwood is creamy, smooth and long-lasting.
When is the best time to use campsite bug patrol?
Diffuse it on the balcony, porch or in the bedroom in the evening; keep the window screens shut for best results.

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