Scent AlmanacDeep Work
A clear head and a closed door: bright lemon over focused herbs.
FocusingEnergizingAutumnWinterSpringRoom & linen sprayElectric (water) diffuserCold-process soapReed diffuser
Diffuse in 30-minute bursts; a nose that's used to it stops noticing.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemary | middle | 33.3 | 10.0 | 222 |
| Lemon | top | 22.2 | 6.7 | 148 |
| Virginian Cedarwood | base | 22.2 | 6.7 | 148 |
| Cypress | middle | 16.7 | 5.0 | 111 |
| Peppermint | top | 5.6 | 1.7 | 37 |
Weigh fragrance for anything over a few grams. Drops assume about 20 per ml, and droppers vary a lot.
For room & linen spray, the usual rate is 1–5% of total liquid.
Structure
A classic starting balance is about 25% top, 50% middle and 25% base.
Harmony
60%
The share of pairs in this blend that are known to go well together.
Where it works
CandlesWorkable
Limited by Lemon.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Lemon.
Reed diffuserGood
Room & linen sprayGood
Electric (water) diffuserGreat
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Lemon.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningGood
Cautions for room & linen spray
- Oxidizes with age — old oil is more likely to sensitize; store cool and dark (Lemon, Cypress)
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Lemon, Peppermint, Cypress)
- Fades quickly — weak in cold-process soap or at hot throw (Lemon)
- Not for diffusing around young children (Peppermint)
- Commonly advised against in pregnancy (Rosemary)