How do I use the “the art of porch sitting” blend in a diffuser?

Add Tea Tree 3 · Turmeric 2 · Geranium 2 · Citronella 1 · Lemongrass 1 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 tea tree?

Swap tea tree for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.

When does the “the art of porch sitting” blend work best?

Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

The art of porch sitting · Tea Tree, Turmeric blend

Tea tree opens with a clean, sharp green note, and turmeric and geranium share the heart: turmeric warm, a little spicy and earthy, geranium soft with green rose. Citronella and lemongrass, just a few drops, add a fresh grassy trail at the end. Unusual yet easy, for the simple art of sitting on the porch doing nothing as the sky darkens. Run the diffuser in the living room by the porch door for about 30 minutes.

Formula

Drop ratio · 14:12:12:3:3
Tea Tree	14 drops · top note
Turmeric	12 drops · middle note
Geranium	12 drops · middle note
Citronella	3 drops · top note
Lemongrass	3 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Tea tree (green, medicinal and clean); citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony); lemongrass (fresh, green and clean) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Turmeric (warm and earthy with a little spice); geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced) 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

Tea Tree 3 · Turmeric 2 · Geranium 2 · Citronella 1 · Lemongrass 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Tea Tree 2 · Turmeric 1 · Geranium 1 · Citronella 1 · Lemongrass 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

Tea Tree 10 · Turmeric 8 · Geranium 8 · Citronella 2 · Lemongrass 2 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 the “the art of porch sitting” blend in a diffuser?: Add Tea Tree 3 · Turmeric 2 · Geranium 2 · Citronella 1 · Lemongrass 1 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 tea tree?: Swap tea tree for rosemary or eucalyptus — same herbal family. The blend will shift a little: rosemary is cool, green, herbal and invigorating.
When does the “the art of porch sitting” blend work best?: Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

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