Scent AlmanacGreen Tea & Lemongrass
A bamboo-screened tea room with a pot of green tea just poured.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Tea | top | 18.8 | 5.6 | 125 |
| Lemongrass | middle | 18.8 | 5.6 | 125 |
| Bamboo | middle | 18.8 | 5.6 | 125 |
| Hinoki | base | 18.8 | 5.6 | 125 |
| Lime | top | 12.5 | 3.8 | 83 |
| Ginger | middle | 12.5 | 3.8 | 83 |
Weigh fragrance for anything over a few grams. Drops assume about 20 per ml, and droppers vary a lot.
For candles, the usual rate is 6–10% of wax weight.
Structure
A classic starting balance is about 25% top, 50% middle and 25% base.
Harmony
67%
The share of pairs in this blend that are known to go well together.
Where it works
CandlesWorkable
Limited by Lime.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Lime.
Reed diffuserGood
Room & linen sprayGood
Electric (water) diffuserAvoid
Limited by Green Tea.
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Lime.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningWorkable
Limited by Ginger.
Cautions for candles
- Oxidizes with age — old oil is more likely to sensitize; store cool and dark (Lime)
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Lime)
- Fades quickly — weak in cold-process soap or at hot throw (Lime)
- Commonly advised against in pregnancy (Lemongrass)