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Blend recipes · Bug repellent

family-wide bug shield

4 oils · Citrus · Herbal · code BL-2510


Four oils, one drop each, nobody hogging the spotlight: tangy lemongrass, cool eucalyptus, plus thyme and basil for a green, spicy herbal layer. A friendly scent for the whole household, great for the living room at dusk when mosquitoes start drifting in. When the lights come on, close the doors partway and let the diffuser run; for large rooms, double the whole recipe to keep the ratio right.


Formula

Drop ratio · 1:1:1:1
Lemongrass1 drop · top note
Thyme1 drop · middle note
Eucalyptus1 drop · top note
Basil1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); eucalyptus (strong, cool and wide open) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Thyme (warm, dry and herbal with a touch of spice); basil (sweet and green with a hint of anise) 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
Lemongrass 1 · Thyme 1 · Eucalyptus 1 · Basil 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Lemongrass 1 · Thyme 1 · Eucalyptus 1 · Basil 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
Lemongrass 8 · Thyme 8 · Eucalyptus 8 · Basil 8 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Lemongrass and Thyme 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 family-wide bug shield in a diffuser?
Add Lemongrass 1 · Thyme 1 · Eucalyptus 1 · Basil 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 lemongrass?
Swap lemongrass 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 family-wide bug shield?
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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