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homework at my usual cafe

3 oils · Citrus · Herbal · code BL-1110


Working at your usual cafe when the pressure's on and things need to get done right now. Three drops of holy basil open with a pungent, spicy herbal note, warm like sun-dried perilla leaves, three drops of rosemary add sharp green notes, and a single drop of lemon brightens the opening. Great for a work or study desk in the afternoon. Holy basil is quite distinctive, so newcomers can start with two drops.


Formula

Drop ratio · 3:3:1
Holy Basil3 drops · middle note
Rosemary3 drops · top note
Lemon1 drop · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Rosemary (cool, green, herbal and invigorating); lemon (fresh, bright and clean) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Holy basil (warm and spicy with a clove-like edge) forms the body of the scent and stays 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
Holy Basil 3 · Rosemary 3 · Lemon 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Holy Basil 2 · Rosemary 2 · Lemon 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
Holy Basil 13 · Rosemary 13 · Lemon 4 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing Skin irritant

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

Holy Basil 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 homework at my usual cafe in a diffuser?
Add Holy Basil 3 · Rosemary 3 · Lemon 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 holy basil?
Swap holy basil for eucalyptus or tea tree — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: eucalyptus is strong, cool and wide open.
When is the best time to use homework at my usual cafe?
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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