The Bug Repellent Blend

Hello Monday & Bye-bye Bugs! 

Today we thought of getting away from DEET that’s present in commercially available insect repellents and which according to research if not used as directed, can be toxic to health. So, why not try a natural and organic DIY bug repelling spray to keep bugs at bay 🙂 

MATERIALS NEEDED: 

• Rosemary Essential Oil – 5 drops 
• Tea Tree Essential Oil – 10 drops 
• Lavender Essential Oil – 10 drops 
• Eucalyptus Essential Oil – 10 drops 
• Citronella Essential Oil – 15 drops   
• Clove Essential Oil – 15 drops 
• Rubbing alcohol – Half Tbsp 
• Witch Hazel Oil – ¼ Cup 
• Vinegar/ Water to dilute – ¼ Cup 

DIRECTIONS: 

• Mix all the ingredients well in a spray bottle. 
• Use it on clothes to repel bug.  
• Remember shaking up well before each use to get the best results. 

TIPS & TRICKS that work!

• Apply vanilla extract on skin either directly or mix it with water and use it as a bug repelling spray. 
• Use insect repellent bands for children. 
• Use Lavender flowers or Lavender oil topically to repel insects. 
• Try rubbing mint leaves either fresh or dried to keeps bugs away. 

Let us know your bug repelling techniques. 

Happy DIYing! 😊