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Blend recipes · Bug repellent

smarter than a mosquito

4 oils · Citrus · Herbal · Woody · code BL-2619


Cedarwood leads with dry wood, pine follows with cool resin, and lemon eucalyptus and thyme balance each other at the end, crisp lemon meeting warm herbs. A fairly unusual forest-wood scent for mosquito season, good for a home office or a study full of books. Just run the diffuser for 30 minutes at the start of the evening; for a fresher version, add 1 drop of lemon eucalyptus.


Formula

Drop ratio · 4:3:3:3
Cedarwood4 drops · base note
Pine3 drops · middle note
Lemon Eucalyptus3 drops · top note
Thyme3 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemon eucalyptus (green, lemony and cool, a little like lemongrass) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Pine (green and resinous, like a forest walk); thyme (warm, dry and herbal with a touch of spice) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. Cedarwood (dry and warm, like a wooden chest and pencil shavings) sinks in and lingers after the diffuser is off.


Method

Diffuser
Cedarwood 2 · Pine 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Thyme 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Cedarwood 2 · Pine 1 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Thyme 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
Cedarwood 9 · Pine 7 · Lemon Eucalyptus 7 · Thyme 7 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Thyme 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 smarter than a mosquito in a diffuser?
Add Cedarwood 2 · Pine 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 2 · Thyme 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 cedarwood?
Swap cedarwood for sandalwood or patchouli — same woody family. The blend will shift a little: sandalwood is creamy, smooth and long-lasting.
When is the best time to use smarter than a mosquito?
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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