How do I use smell check before guests in a diffuser?

Add Lavender 3 · Thyme 2 · Lemon 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 lavender?

Swap lavender for geranium or ylang ylang — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: geranium is green and rosy, fresh and balanced.

When is the best time to use smell check before guests?

Use it after cooking or cleaning, in the bathroom, near the shoe cabinet, or in rooms shared with pets.

Smell check before guests · Lavender, Thyme, Lemon blend

A smell check before guests arrive, so there are no surprises. Lavender opens gently, while thyme and lemon split the rest, dry spicy herbs and bright freshness. Run the living room diffuser 20 minutes before they're due. Then walk around the house starting from the front door and sniff out any corner that still needs attention.

Formula

Drop ratio · 3:2:2
Lavender	3 drops · middle note
Thyme	2 drops · middle note
Lemon	2 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

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

As it settles. Lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing); thyme (warm, dry and herbal with a touch of spice) 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

Lavender 3 · Thyme 2 · Lemon 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Lavender 2 · Thyme 1 · Lemon 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

Lavender 13 · Thyme 9 · Lemon 9 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing Skin irritant

Lemon can make skin sensitive to sunlight when applied topically — avoid sun and tanning beds for 12 hours after applying.

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 smell check before guests in a diffuser?: Add Lavender 3 · Thyme 2 · Lemon 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 lavender?: Swap lavender for geranium or ylang ylang — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: geranium is green and rosy, fresh and balanced.
When is the best time to use smell check before guests?: Use it after cooking or cleaning, in the bathroom, near the shoe cabinet, or in rooms shared with pets.

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