How do I use creative block, dissolved in a diffuser?

Add Patchouli 3 · Ylang Ylang 2 · Frankincense 2 · Neroli 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 patchouli?

Swap patchouli for cedarwood or sandalwood — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: cedarwood is dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings.

When is the best time to use creative block, dissolved?

Run it at your desk or study corner in cycles of 30 minutes on, 30 minutes off, so your nose does not tune the scent out.

Creative block, dissolved · Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense blend

When you're out of ideas, you need an unusual scent to shake things loose. Twenty drops of patchouli lay a deep, damp-earth base, sixteen drops of ylang ylang spread rich, sweet florals, and frankincense and neroli add warm resin and delicate white blossoms. Sixty drops make a small bottle; whenever you're stuck, pour in five drops. Great for a creative studio or a drawing and writing corner.

Formula

Drop ratio · 20:16:14:10
Patchouli	20 drops · base note
Ylang Ylang	16 drops · middle note
Frankincense	14 drops · base note
Neroli	10 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

As it settles. Ylang ylang (rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral); neroli (white-floral, honeyed and clear) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. Patchouli (like damp earth and dark wood, deeply sweet); frankincense (resinous with a light lemony note, deep and still) sink in and linger after the diffuser is off.

Method

Diffuser

Patchouli 3 · Ylang Ylang 2 · Frankincense 2 · Neroli 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Patchouli 2 · Ylang Ylang 1 · Frankincense 1 · Neroli 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

Patchouli 10 · Ylang Ylang 8 · Frankincense 7 · Neroli 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 creative block, dissolved in a diffuser?: Add Patchouli 3 · Ylang Ylang 2 · Frankincense 2 · Neroli 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 patchouli?: Swap patchouli for cedarwood or sandalwood — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: cedarwood is dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings.
When is the best time to use creative block, dissolved?: Run it at your desk or study corner in cycles of 30 minutes on, 30 minutes off, so your nose does not tune the scent out.

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