Insect Repellent
1. Citrus Oil Insect Repellent
Ingredients:
- 25 drops of Citrus Essential Oil (Or you can mix Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange Essential Oils)
- 25 drops of Eucalyptus oil or Neem oil
- 1/4 cup of Water
- 1/4 cup of Witch hazel
Instructions:
1. Mix all the essential oils together.
2. Add the water and witch hazel to the mix.
3. Stir well until all the ingredients are fully blended.
4. Pour into a spray bottle.
5. Shake well before each use and apply on skin, avoiding eyes and mouth.
2. Lavender-Peppermint Insect Repellent
Ingredients:
- 20 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
- 15 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
- 2 tablespoons of Jojoba oil or Almond oil
- 2 tablespoons of Witch hazel
Instructions:
1. Take a glass spray bottle and add the lavender and peppermint oils to it.
2. Add jojoba or almond oil to the bottle.
3. Now add witch hazel.
4. Shake well until all the oils are thoroughly mixed.
5. Spray it on clothing and skin, avoiding eyes and mouth.
3. Geranium-Rosemary Insect Repellent
Ingredients:
- 20 drops of Geranium Essential Oil
- 15 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
- 1/4 cup of distilled water
- 1/4 cup of white vinegar
Instructions:
1. Combine the geranium and rosemary essential oils in a spray bottle.
2. Add distilled water and white vinegar.
3. Shake well until everything is thoroughly mixed.
4. Use it as a spray on your clothes and skin, avoiding eyes and mouth. For best results, remember to shake it before using each time.
Remember, some people may have allergic reactions to essential oils. Always do a small patch test before applying any homemade repellent on a larger scale. Always avoid eyes and mouth while applying.