How do I use lights out, candles on in a diffuser?

Add Cedarwood 2 · Frankincense 2 · Lavender 2 · Ylang Ylang 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 cedarwood?

Swap cedarwood for sandalwood or patchouli — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: sandalwood is creamy, smooth and long-lasting.

When is the best time to use lights out, candles on?

Use it while meditating, doing yoga, journaling, or simply sitting still for 10 minutes without your phone.

Lights out, candles on · Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender blend

Lights off, candles lit, the room bathed in warm golden light. Five drops of cedarwood lay a dry wood base, frankincense and lavender add warm resin and gentle herbs, and three drops of ylang ylang spread rich, sweet florals. Perfect for a romantic evening or some solo downtime. Keep the diffuser away from the candle flame and keep the room ventilated.

Formula

Drop ratio · 5:4:4:3
Cedarwood	5 drops · base note
Frankincense	4 drops · base note
Lavender	4 drops · middle note
Ylang Ylang	3 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

As it settles. Lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing); ylang ylang (rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. Cedarwood (dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings); frankincense (resinous with a light lemony note, deep and still) sink in and linger after the diffuser is off.

Method

Diffuser

Cedarwood 2 · Frankincense 2 · Lavender 2 · Ylang Ylang 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Cedarwood 2 · Frankincense 1 · Lavender 1 · Ylang Ylang 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

Cedarwood 9 · Frankincense 8 · Lavender 8 · Ylang Ylang 6 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 lights out, candles on in a diffuser?: Add Cedarwood 2 · Frankincense 2 · Lavender 2 · Ylang Ylang 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 cedarwood?: Swap cedarwood for sandalwood or patchouli — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: sandalwood is creamy, smooth and long-lasting.
When is the best time to use lights out, candles on?: Use it while meditating, doing yoga, journaling, or simply sitting still for 10 minutes without your phone.

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