How do I use the “long day, porch evening” blend in a diffuser?

Add Citronella 4 · Peppermint 2 · Lavender 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 citronella?

Swap citronella for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.

When does the “long day, porch evening” 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.

Long day, porch evening · Citronella blend

Citronella leads with warm, bold grass, while peppermint and lavender share the rest, one cool and clear, the other soft and floral. A blend that lets the space unwind after a long day, right for showering and heading out to relax on the porch. Run the diffuser in the living room near the door for 30 minutes, then move it to the bedroom with peppermint cut to 3 drops for easier sleep.

Formula

Drop ratio · 10:5:5
Citronella	10 drops · top note
Peppermint	5 drops · top note
Lavender	5 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony); peppermint (cool, sharp and clean) 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. 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

Citronella 4 · Peppermint 2 · Lavender 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Citronella 2 · Peppermint 1 · Lavender 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

Citronella 15 · Peppermint 8 · Lavender 8 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 the “long day, porch evening” blend in a diffuser?: Add Citronella 4 · Peppermint 2 · Lavender 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 citronella?: Swap citronella for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.
When does the “long day, porch evening” 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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