If you are like me, and really do not like to use chemically laden products on your body, then these months are tough. I have a pretty good essential oil spray recipe for mosquito control that I will share today.
Mosquitoes are the biggest nuisance of the warmer months. I still do not understand why God created these pesky little creatures! There are a few things we can do to make ourselves a little "less appetizing" to them. First, switch to an unscented detergent and fabric softener during the summer months. Any floral/sweet smelling fragrance just attracts them more. This also goes for your perfumes, shampoo, etc. etc. the more unscented products you use, the better.
I make a home made bug spray for mosquitoes using witch hazel and apple cider vinegar. I do not mind smelling a little like salad dressing. Compared to the smell of OFF! and the other DEET sprays, it really isn't much worse! Here is the recipe I tend to use (granted, I mix up the combination of EO's depending on what I have on hand at the moment....)
Into a spray bottle, mix together:
- 1/2 cup witch hazel, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar and 30-50 drops of essential oils. Choose any combination of citronella, clove, lemongrass, rosemary, tea tree, eucalyptus, cedar, catnip, lavender, or mint.
- Shake ingredients together and spray over uncovered portions of your body. Reapply as needed.
Enjoy these warmer months ahead!
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