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Sunday pho simmering

3 oils · Floral · Warm spice · code BL-2745


Geranium opens with a surprising green rose, then cinnamon and star anise follow, warm and sweetly spiced, exactly like a pot of pho broth. An unusual but lovely combo for the kitchen and dining room on cold-season weekend mornings. Start the diffuser as you blanch the noodles and slice the scallions; cinnamon and star anise are both strong, so in small rooms use 1 drop less of each.


Formula

Drop ratio · 5:4:3
Geranium5 drops · middle note
Cinnamon4 drops · middle note
Star Anise3 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

As it settles. Geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced); cinnamon (spicy-sweet, hot and warm); star anise (sweet and warm, reminiscent of pho broth and Tet sweets) 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
Geranium 3 · Cinnamon 3 · Star Anise 2 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Geranium 2 · Cinnamon 2 · Star Anise 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
Geranium 12 · Cinnamon 10 · Star Anise 8 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Cinnamon 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 Sunday pho simmering in a diffuser?
Add Geranium 3 · Cinnamon 3 · Star Anise 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 geranium?
Swap geranium for lavender or ylang ylang — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: lavender is floral-herbal, clean and soothing.
When is the best time to use Sunday pho simmering?
Made for chilly days, cold rain, Tet (the Lunar New Year) and Christmas; use it in the living room or bedroom.

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