It's summer time, which means we're all spending a lot more time outdoors. It also means that bugs are out in full force. The problem with commercial bug sprays is that most are made up of harmful chemicals. Making your own eco-friendly, homemade bug spray is easy, and you'll have your choice of ingredients!
The first thing you need to know about making your own bug spray is that most bugs have an aversion to many natural things. Heres a quick cheat sheet as to what certain pests dislike:
- Mosquitoes- Cinnamon Oil, Castor Oil, Lemon Eucalyptus/Eucalyptus Oil, Citronella Oil, Peppermint Oil, Lemongrass Oil
- Ticks and Lice- Lemon Eucalyptus/Eucalyptus Oil, Rose Geranium Oil
- Biting Flies- Citronella Oil
- Fleas- Orange Oil
- Stinging Insects- Lavender Oil
There are a lot of other natural oils that repel insects, but these are a few of the most effective ones.
You can also choose one of the following as a base for your natural repellant:
- Olive Oil
- Sunflower Oil
- Cooking Oil
- Witch Hazel
- Alcohol
Once you choose your ingredients, mix 10-25 drops of the essential oil(s) of your choice with 2 tbsp of your base liquid. Feel free to make a double batch or larger if you need more spray than this. Then put this mixture in a spray bottle of your choice, and voila! Homemade, nature-friendly bug repellant!
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