How do I use street-side snail feast in a diffuser?

Add Citronella 3 · Lemongrass 2 · Peppermint 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 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 street-side snail feast?

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

Street-side snail feast · Citronella, Lemongrass, Peppermint blend

A plate of snails stir-fried in coconut milk, a bowl of dipping sauce and mosquitoes under the table. Citronella opens bold and grassy, lemongrass and peppermint follow in equal parts, fresh-tangy and cool, just like the herbs at a snail stall. Dilute into a mini spray and mist your hems and ankles before you sit down. For a cooler scent, add 1 drop of peppermint.

Formula

Drop ratio · 6:4:4
Citronella	6 drops · top note
Lemongrass	4 drops · top note
Peppermint	4 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony); lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); peppermint (cool, sharp and clean) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

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

10 ml roller

Citronella 2 · Lemongrass 1 · Peppermint 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 13 · Lemongrass 9 · Peppermint 9 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 street-side snail feast in a diffuser?: Add Citronella 3 · Lemongrass 2 · Peppermint 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 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 street-side snail feast?: Diffuse it on the balcony, porch or in the bedroom in the evening; keep the window screens shut for best results.

street-side snail feast

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