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day hike, no worries

4 oils · Floral · Herbal · Woody · code BL-2645


Compact enough for a hiking pack: citronella leads with bold grass, soft lavender follows, and patchouli and geranium, one drop each, bring warm earth and green rose so the scent clings longer. Good for short day hikes. Mix with carrier oil in a 10 ml roller bottle and dab it on your cuffs, hems and backpack straps; patch test on skin before use.


Formula

Drop ratio · 3:2:1:1
Citronella3 drops · top note
Lavender2 drops · middle note
Patchouli1 drop · base note
Geranium1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing); geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. Patchouli (like damp earth and dark wood, deeply sweet) sinks in and lingers after the diffuser is off.


Method

Diffuser
Citronella 3 · Lavender 2 · Patchouli 1 · Geranium 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Citronella 2 · Lavender 1 · Patchouli 1 · Geranium 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
Citronella 13 · Lavender 9 · Patchouli 4 · Geranium 4 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 day hike, no worries in a diffuser?
Add Citronella 3 · Lavender 2 · Patchouli 1 · Geranium 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 citronella?
Swap citronella for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.
When is the best time to use day hike, no worries?
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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