How do I use shake off the summer slump in a diffuser?

Add Neroli 4 · Citronella 3 · Basil 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 neroli?

Swap neroli for lavender or geranium — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: lavender is floral-herbal, clean and soothing.

When is the best time to use shake off the summer slump?

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.

Shake off the summer slump · Neroli, Citronella, Basil blend

Neroli leads with a lightly sweet white-flower note, citronella follows, fresh and cool, and basil closes with a green, spicy accent. The scent is both soft and wakeful, ideal when you just got home from work and want to brush off the fatigue. This is a bottle-mixing ratio; use 5 drops each time, place the diffuser near the sofa and switch it on while you change and wash your face.

Formula

Drop ratio · 20:15:10
Neroli	20 drops · middle note
Citronella	15 drops · top note
Basil	10 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Neroli (white-floral, honeyed and clear); basil (sweet and green with a hint of anise) 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

Neroli 4 · Citronella 3 · Basil 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Neroli 2 · Citronella 2 · Basil 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

Neroli 13 · Citronella 10 · Basil 7 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 shake off the summer slump in a diffuser?: Add Neroli 4 · Citronella 3 · Basil 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 neroli?: Swap neroli for lavender or geranium — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: lavender is floral-herbal, clean and soothing.
When is the best time to use shake off the summer slump?: 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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