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Blend recipes · Bug repellent

porch sitting, bite-free

3 oils · Citrus · Floral · Herbal · code BL-2614


Thyme and lemongrass share the lead: warm, dry herbs meet fresh, tangy lemongrass; geranium adds a layer of green rose at the end to soften it. Good for porches and plant-lined walkways, for afternoons with tea while watching the rain. As afternoon turns to evening, add it to the diffuser; thyme is quite strong, so in closed rooms reduce it to 6 drops.


Formula

Drop ratio · 10:10:5
Thyme10 drops · middle note
Lemongrass10 drops · top note
Geranium5 drops · middle 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. Thyme (warm, dry and herbal with a touch of spice); geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced) form the body of the scent and stay 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
Thyme 3 · Lemongrass 3 · Geranium 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Thyme 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Geranium 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
Thyme 12 · Lemongrass 12 · Geranium 6 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Thyme and 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 porch sitting, bite-free in a diffuser?
Add Thyme 3 · Lemongrass 3 · Geranium 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 thyme?
Swap thyme for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.
When is the best time to use porch sitting, bite-free?
Diffuse it on the balcony, porch or in the bedroom in the evening; keep the window screens shut for best results.

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