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too tired, call it a day

5 oils · Citrus · Floral · code BL-0739


Too tired? Then stop; tomorrow is another day. Three drops of bergamot open with slightly tea-like peel, sweet orange and neroli add fresh orange and clean white flowers, lavender softens it, and a single drop of lemongrass sprinkles in zesty grassy lemon. Good for the living room in the evening. Close the laptop, turn on the diffuser, and give yourself permission to stop right here for today.


Formula

Drop ratio · 3:2:2:2:1
Bergamot3 drops · top note
Sweet Orange2 drops · top note
Lavender2 drops · middle note
Neroli2 drops · middle note
Lemongrass1 drop · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Bergamot (light citrus with a floral edge, Earl Grey style); sweet orange (ripe, sweet, cheerful and round); lemongrass (fresh, green and clean) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing); neroli (white-floral, honeyed and clear) 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
Bergamot 3 · Sweet Orange 2 · Lavender 2 · Neroli 2 · Lemongrass 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Bergamot 2 · Sweet Orange 1 · Lavender 1 · Neroli 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
Bergamot 9 · Sweet Orange 6 · Lavender 6 · Neroli 6 · Lemongrass 3 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing Skin irritant

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

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 too tired, call it a day in a diffuser?
Add Bergamot 3 · Sweet Orange 2 · Lavender 2 · Neroli 2 · 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 bergamot?
Swap bergamot for lemon or lime — same citrus family. The blend will shift a little: lemon is fresh, bright and clean.
When is the best time to use too tired, call it a day?
Turn it on when your head feels tight: before a meeting, after a long day, or when you need a few minutes to settle.

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