How do I use the “guitar in the yard till late” blend in a diffuser?

Add Lavender 2 · Geranium 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Citronella 2 · Patchouli 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 lavender?

Swap lavender for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.

When does the “guitar in the yard till late” blend work best?

Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

Guitar in the yard till late · Lavender blend

Lavender leads with a soft, lightly sweet floral layer, followed by geranium, lemongrass and citronella: green rose, zesty fresh grass and warm bold grass. Patchouli sits at the bottom, holding a deep damp-earth base so the scent lingers. Rounded and cozy, for nights when friends sit in the yard with a guitar, singing till late. This is a premix; add 6 drops per session and run the diffuser for 30 minutes.

Formula

Drop ratio · 15:10:10:10:5
Lavender	15 drops · middle note
Geranium	10 drops · middle note
Lemongrass	10 drops · top note
Citronella	10 drops · top note
Patchouli	5 drops · base note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony) rise 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

Lavender 2 · Geranium 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Citronella 2 · Patchouli 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Lavender 2 · Geranium 1 · Lemongrass 1 · Citronella 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 9 · Geranium 6 · Lemongrass 6 · Citronella 6 · Patchouli 3 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

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 the “guitar in the yard till late” blend in a diffuser?: Add Lavender 2 · Geranium 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Citronella 2 · Patchouli 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 lavender?: Swap lavender for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.
When does the “guitar in the yard till late” blend work best?: Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

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Formula

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Method

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