How do I use porch tea time in a diffuser?

Add Citronella 3 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon 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 citronella?

Swap citronella 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 tea time?

Diffuse it on the balcony, porch or in the bedroom in the evening; keep the window screens shut for best results.

Porch tea time · Citronella, Lemongrass, Lemon Eucalyptus blend

A hot pot of tea, a plate of cookies, rattan chairs on the porch. Citronella and lemongrass open with fresh, bold grass, lemon eucalyptus adds a crisp cool lemon note, and lavender, just two drops, softens the tail. Place the diffuser under the tea table and switch it on 10 minutes before tea; for a gentler scent, raise lavender to 4 drops.

Formula

Drop ratio · 8:6:4:2
Citronella	8 drops · top note
Lemongrass	6 drops · top note
Lemon Eucalyptus	4 drops · top note
Lavender	2 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony); lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); lemon eucalyptus (green, lemony and cool, a little like lemongrass) 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 3 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Lavender 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Citronella 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 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 12 · Lemongrass 9 · Lemon Eucalyptus 6 · Lavender 3 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 porch tea time in a diffuser?: Add Citronella 3 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon 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 citronella?: Swap citronella 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 tea time?: 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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