Scent AlmanacRose Geranium Garden
A rosy, green-edged garden bench at the height of June.
An affordable way to get a rose effect without buying rose absolute.
Scale it
| Scent | Note | % | Grams | ≈ Drops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geranium | middle | 30.0 | 9.0 | 200 |
| Bergamot | top | 20.0 | 6.0 | 133 |
| Palmarosa | middle | 20.0 | 6.0 | 133 |
| Sandalwood | base | 20.0 | 6.0 | 133 |
| Mandarin | top | 10.0 | 3.0 | 67 |
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 Bergamot.
Wax meltsWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Reed diffuserGood
Room & linen sprayGood
Electric (water) diffuserGood
Cold-process soapWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Melt-and-pour soapGood
Laundry & cleaningWorkable
Limited by Bergamot.
Cautions for room & linen spray
- Oxidizes with age — old oil is more likely to sensitize; store cool and dark (Bergamot, Mandarin)
- Caution around pets (especially cats and birds) — don't diffuse in their space (Bergamot, Mandarin)
- Fades quickly — weak in cold-process soap or at hot throw (Bergamot, Mandarin)
Ideas that use it
Bedroom wind-down plan
Scent the bedroom in layers so it smells calm without anything burning while you sleep.
In-the-pot swirl soap
The easiest cold-process swirl: pour colors back into the main pot and pour it all into the mold at once.
Botanical wax sachets
Flameless scented wax tablets with pressed flowers, herbs and citrus to hang in closets and drawers.