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Blend recipes · Energy & alertness

not skipping leg day

2 oils · Citrus · Woody · code BL-1291


Work's over, but there's still a workout on the calendar. Eight drops of juniper open with a dry, clean, slightly peppery conifer scent; lemongrass slips in with a sharp lemony-grass note, like walking into a freshly mopped locker room. Your home workout corner or changing room will smell like a fancy gym. Start the diffuser during warm-up; if you work out in a small room, cut the juniper to 5 drops so it isn't overwhelming.


Formula

Drop ratio · 8:6
Juniper8 drops · middle note
Lemongrass6 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemongrass (fresh, green and clean) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Juniper (green and berry-like, with clean resinous wood) 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
Juniper 5 · Lemongrass 3 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Juniper 3 · Lemongrass 2 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
Juniper 17 · Lemongrass 13 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 not skipping leg day in a diffuser?
Add Juniper 5 · Lemongrass 3 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 juniper?
Swap juniper for cedarwood or sandalwood — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: cedarwood is dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings.
When is the best time to use not skipping leg day?
Best in the morning, early afternoon, or right after a nap; avoid using it close to bedtime.

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