Bug bites may be both unpleasant and harmful. It’s necessary to repel insects, but try this homemade bug repellent remedy instead of using traditional methods and dousing your body with dangerous chemicals.
Natural And Homemade Bug Repellent
Using a natural and homemade bug repellent eliminates the potential adverse effects of this dangerous chemical. This natural remedy is also fast and affordable! To prepare my homemade bug repellent, you will need:
- Witch hazel
- Apple cider vinegar
- A blend of essential oils
- Eucalyptus oils
- Lemongrass oils
- Citronella oils
- Tea tree oils
- Rosemary essential oil
- An eight-ounce glass spray container
With the full advantages of witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, and essential oils, this bug spray not only repels pests but also kills germs and nourishes your skin.
Because of its skin-health advantages, witch hazel is often used in cosmetic and beauty products. Witch hazel is effective in treating acne, skin sores, bruising, redness, psoriasis and eczema, oily skin, excessive perspiration, varicose veins, cracked skin, razor burn, sun damage, and many other conditions.
Apple cider vinegar helps repair your skin’s pH levels, smoothing it, reducing oiliness, and lowering the appearance of fine wrinkles. Apple cider vinegar’s beta-carotene content also helps to prevent future skin damage.
And, unlike conventional mosquito repellents, this natural bug repellant smells fantastic. Try it right now to keep the pests at bay. Mix the witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, and essential oils in an eight-ounce glass spray bottle. Spray the mixture all over your body, avoiding your eyes and mouth.
INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup of witch hazel
- ½ cup of apple cider vinegar
- 40 drops of essential oils (a mix of eucalyptus, lemongrass, citronella, tea tree or rosemary)
- one 8-ounce glass spray bottle
INSTRUCTIONS
- Fill an 8-ounce glass spray bottle with witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, and essential oils.
- Mix well.
- Spray the repellent all over your body, but don’t get it in your eyes or mouth.
This bug spray not only keeps bugs away, but the witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, and essential oils also kill bacteria and keep your skin healthy.
Why Do We Need Mosquito Repellent Spray?
Mosquito repellent is a spray/lotion that keeps mosquitoes from biting you. Mosquito bites can leave big, itchy welts on your body, and bug bites can cause allergic reactions. It doesn’t kill the bugs, but the smell of the ingredients makes them want to stay away. Most commercial mosquito repellents, like DEET, are made from chemicals that can irritate and rash the skin. Natural mosquito repellents work because the smell of essential oils drives mosquitoes away. This is safe for people with sensitive skin.
How to Make a Natural Spray to Keep Mosquitoes Away
Mosquito repellent recipes include a liquid base and essential oils. Here are the efforts you need to take to make your mosquito repellent:
- Collect the things you need: Combine 30–40 drops of essential oil with half a cup of distilled water and half a cup of witch hazel, rubbing alcohol, or vinegar. If you spray rubbing alcohol on your skin, it might irritate it. Witch hazel is the best choice for sprays because it is the least harsh.
- Create a custom scent: You can make your scent by mixing essential oils. Depending on which oils you use, the spray you make to keep mosquitoes away can also keep other bugs away. For example, ticks don’t like cedarwood oil, and gnats, flies, and ticks don’t like the lavender essential oil.
- Fill a spray bottle with the ingredients: Mix by shaking, then spray as needed. Because the oil and liquid will separate over time, you should shake the bottle before each use.
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FAQs
Is vinegar an excellent way to get rid of bugs?
Vinegar is another excellent way to keep bugs away. It will repel fruit flies, mosquitoes, ants, etc. It’s also thought to be safe for people and pets.
What smell gets rid of bugs?
Peppermint, catnip oil, citronella oil, clove oil, patchouli, and eucalyptus oil are some smells that bugs don’t like.
How can apple cider vinegar work keep mosquitos away?
Putting equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water into a spray bottle will work to keep mosquitoes away. Some experts say that if you eat apple cider vinegar, you will have a natural smell that will make bugs avoid you.
