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Homemade Insect Repellent Recipes

Homemade Insect Repellent Recipes

Are pesky bugs ruining your outdoor adventures and leaving you covered in itchy bites?  Say goodbye to chemical-laden bug sprays and embrace the power of natural alternatives.

Citronella Oil Spray:

Ingredients: 10 drops of citronella essential oil 1 cup of water 1 tablespoon of witch hazel Instructions: Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use. Spray the solution on exposed skin and clothing for effective bug repellency.

Lavender and Eucalyptus Oil Lotion:

Ingredients: – 10 drops of lavender essential oil – 10 drops of eucalyptus essential oil – 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel – 1/4 cup of coconut oil Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Transfer the mixture into a small jar or container. Apply the lotion to your skin before heading outdoors.

Lemon and Peppermint Spray:

 Ingredients: – 1 lemon, juiced – 10 drops of peppermint essential oil – 1 cup of water Instructions:  Mix the lemon juice, peppermint oil, and water in a spray bottle. Shake well and spritz the solution onto your skin and clothing as needed.

Neem Oil Solution:

 Ingredients: – 2 tablespoons of neem oil – 1 cup of water – 1 teaspoon of liquid castile soap Instructions: Combine the neem oil, water, and liquid castile soap in a spray bottle. Shake well and apply to exposed skin. Reapply every few hours for continuous protection.

Vanilla and Witch Hazel Spray:

 Ingredients: – 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract – 1 cup of witch hazel Instructions: Mix the vanilla extract and witch hazel in a spray bottle. Shake well and spray the solution on your body and clothes to repel insects.

Rosemary and Lemongrass Oil Blend:

 Ingredients: – 10 drops of rosemary essential oil – 10 drops of lemongrass essential oil – 1/4 cup of olive oil Instructions: Mix the essential oils with olive oil in a small bottle. Apply a small amount of the blend onto your skin before going outdoors.

Apple Cider Vinegar Mosquito Repellent:

 Ingredients: – 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar – 1/4 cup of water – 10 drops of essential oil (citronella, lemongrass, or eucalyptus) Instructions: Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, and essential oil in a spray bottle. Shake well and spray onto exposed skin and clothing.