Homemade Bug Repellent
Supplies
Ingredients
- 1 ounce organic jojoba or fractionated coconut oil*
- 1 drop citronella essential oil
- 1 drop eucalyptus essential oil
- 1 drop tea tree essential oil
- 1 drop peppermint essential oil
- 1 drop cypress essential oil
- 1 drop lemon myrtle essential oil
Instructions
- Add the essential oils and oil base to a glass spray bottle with a fine mister.
- Replace the top and shake to blend.
- To use, spray all over the body before going outside. Be sure to avoid the eyes. Reapply every couple of hours.
- Store in a dark, cool place.
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.
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.