How do I use midday blackout in a diffuser?

Add Peppermint 2 · Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 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 peppermint?

Swap peppermint for spearmint — same minty family. The blend will shift a little: spearmint is sweet and cool, softer than peppermint, with a hint of chewing gum.

When is the best time to use midday blackout?

Use it at midday, in hot rooms, or after coming in from outside; you can also mix a room spray for a quick cool-down.

Midday blackout · Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Lavender blend

Peppermint and eucalyptus sit equally, icy and airy, and a single drop of lavender softens things. When the fan stops dead at noon, this cool scent makes the room feel a bit more bearable. Drip it onto a damp towel draped over the back of a chair, or use a battery-powered diffuser, and open windows on both sides so the breeze can flow through the room.

Formula

Drop ratio · 2:2:1
Peppermint	2 drops · top note
Eucalyptus	2 drops · top note
Lavender	1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Peppermint (cool, sharp and clean); eucalyptus (strong, cool and wide open) 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

Peppermint 2 · Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Peppermint 2 · Eucalyptus 2 · 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

Peppermint 12 · Eucalyptus 12 · Lavender 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 midday blackout in a diffuser?: Add Peppermint 2 · Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 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 peppermint?: Swap peppermint for spearmint — same minty family. The blend will shift a little: spearmint is sweet and cool, softer than peppermint, with a hint of chewing gum.
When is the best time to use midday blackout?: Use it at midday, in hot rooms, or after coming in from outside; you can also mix a room spray for a quick cool-down.

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