Homemade Natural Repellents to Keep Ants, Mosquitoes and Other Insects Away

Essential oils are very effective:  peppermint, lavender, eucalyptus , etc.

Recipe :

• 350 ml of water
• 5 to 6 drops of essential oils (mint, lavender, etc.)
• ¼ teaspoon of dishwashing liquid

Spray in corners, behind furniture or around windows.

Bonus:
Place small fabric bags containing  dried herbs  (lavender, mint, eucalyptus) in cupboards.

5. Mosquito repellent spray

Effective recipe:

• 120 ml of water
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil
• 18 to 20 drops of essential oils (lemongrass, tea tree, cinnamon)

Use as a spray on clothing or as a roll-on  (never directly on the skin without dilution!).

Tip:
Never apply pure essential oil to the skin.  Always dilute in a carrier oil.

6. Chase away flies and wasps

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