How do I use whole family sniffles in a diffuser?

Add Peppermint 4 · Tea Tree 2 · Eucalyptus 1 · Thyme 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 peppermint?

Swap peppermint for spearmint — same minty family. The blend will shift a little: spearmint is sweet and cool, softer than peppermint, with a hint of chewing gum.

When is the best time to use whole family sniffles?

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

Whole family sniffles · Peppermint, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus blend

When everyone at home is taking turns sniffling, the air in the room feels heavy too. Peppermint leads with a cool rush, tea tree and eucalyptus follow to open up the room, and thyme keeps a warm herbal note at the end. Use it to freshen the living room or bedroom so they feel nicer, not in place of seeing a doctor. With kids under 6 at home, leave out the peppermint and eucalyptus.

Formula

Drop ratio · 12:8:4:2
Peppermint	12 drops · top note
Tea Tree	8 drops · top note
Eucalyptus	4 drops · top note
Thyme	2 drops · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Peppermint (cool, sharp and clean); tea tree (green, medicinal and clean); eucalyptus (strong, cool and wide open) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Thyme (warm, dry and herbal with a touch of spice) forms the body of the scent and stays 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

Peppermint 4 · Tea Tree 2 · Eucalyptus 1 · Thyme 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Peppermint 2 · Tea Tree 2 · Eucalyptus 1 · Thyme 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

Peppermint 14 · Tea Tree 9 · Eucalyptus 5 · Thyme 2 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

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 whole family sniffles in a diffuser?: Add Peppermint 4 · Tea Tree 2 · Eucalyptus 1 · Thyme 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 peppermint?: Swap peppermint for spearmint — same minty family. The blend will shift a little: spearmint is sweet and cool, softer than peppermint, with a hint of chewing gum.
When is the best time to use whole family sniffles?: Use it after cooking or cleaning, in the bathroom, near the shoe cabinet, or in rooms shared with pets.

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