Gardener's Essential Oil Bug Spray
Supplies
- 2 ounce spray bottle
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Mama Z's Essential Oil Base OR carrier oil of choice*
- 1 tablespoon witch hazel
- 1 teaspoon organic aloe vera gel
- 5 drops lemongrass essential oil
- 4 drops peppermint essential oil
- 3 drops lavender essential oil
- 1 drop thyme essential oil
Instructions
- Mix essential oils, aloe, and witch hazel in a spray bottle.
- Add carrier oil. Fasten the lid and shake vigorously.
- To use, spray onto arms and legs and any other skin open to the air before working in the garden.
Notes
*No matter what allergies you may have, there’s a carrier oil that’s right for you. You can use any or a combination of these: Avocado, Fractionated Coconut, Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond. These are our favorite carrier oils; to see a full list of options, click here.