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gentle herbal soul

4 oils · Citrus · Floral · Herbal · Woody · code BL-1859


Lavender leads light and soft, rosemary and bergamot add a green freshness, and patchouli sets a warm earthy base like rows of vegetables in the garden. A gentle, unshowy herbal scent, great for a workspace or reading corner. Premix the twenty-five drops; use 5 drops in the diffuser, and reduce the patchouli if you want it cleaner and lighter.


Formula

Drop ratio · 10:5:5:5
Lavender10 drops · middle note
Rosemary5 drops · top note
Bergamot5 drops · top note
Patchouli5 drops · base note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Rosemary (cool, green, herbal and invigorating); bergamot (light citrus with a floral edge, Earl Grey style) 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. Patchouli (like damp earth and dark wood, deeply sweet) sinks in and lingers after the diffuser is off.


Method

Diffuser
Lavender 3 · Rosemary 2 · Bergamot 2 · Patchouli 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Lavender 2 · Rosemary 1 · Bergamot 1 · Patchouli 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
Lavender 12 · Rosemary 6 · Bergamot 6 · Patchouli 6 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing

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

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 gentle herbal soul in a diffuser?
Add Lavender 3 · Rosemary 2 · Bergamot 2 · Patchouli 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 lavender?
Swap lavender for geranium or ylang ylang — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: geranium is green and rosy, fresh and balanced.
When is the best time to use gentle herbal soul?
Diffuse it in a room, or mix a roller to dab on your wrists (diluted in a carrier oil).

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