WEBApr 29, 2022 · Step 1. In a small saucepan, bring one cup of water to a boil. Step 2. Add fresh herbs, cover, and cool completely. Step 3. When the mixture has cooled, strain the herbs out and squeeze excess water from the herbs into the saucepan. Step 4. Mix infused water with 1 cup of witch hazel, rubbing alcohol, or vodka.
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WEBJan 9, 2024 · DIY Essential Oil Bug Spray. Yield: 1 - 2 ounce spray bottle. Prep Time: 5 minutes. Total Time: 5 minutes. This DIY essential oil bug spray repellant keeps the mosquitos from biting using all natural ingredients. Its easy to make and totally safe for kids. Perfect for keeping in your purse when you are out.
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WEBAug 9, 2022 · Step One: Fill 4 oz glass bottle with alcohol free witch hazel, leaving a little space at top (takes about 1/2 cup to fill). Step Two: Add essential oils from one of the recipes below, or create your own blend from the bug repellent essential oils listed above. Step Three: Place top on and shake well.
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WEBApr 11, 2022 · To make this homemade bug spray repellent you’ll need 3 ingredients and a spray bottle. In under 5 minutes, you’ll have an easy and affordable DIY bug spray. 1/2 cup Witch Hazel or High-Proof Vodka. 4-ounce Spray Bottle. 1 …
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WEBJan 16, 2024 · Easy Essentials Homemade Insect Repellent – Rub On. 5. Water-based Combination Insect Repellent – Spray-on. 6. The Easiest Essential Oil Recipe – Rub On or Spray On. 7. Smell Like a Mosquito Repelling Candle – Rub On. Non-Essential Oils Homemade Insect Repellent Recipes. 8.
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WEBJun 8, 2023 · DIY Bug Repellent Recipe Variations. Natural bug sprays can also be made without essential oils. Just use dried herbs and witch hazel or vinegar. This recipe is less expensive, but it’s not as potent as the recipe above. Herbal Bug Spray Ingredients. 1 cup distilled water; 1 cup witch hazel or 190 proof alcohol; 1 TBSP peppermint or spearmint
WEBApr 4, 2024 · The essential oil bug spray recipes I’ll give you in this article will include a combination of oils to target different bugs. This way, you get broad-spectrum protection against pesky mosquitos and other insects. Natural ingredients like citronella oil, lavender oil, and lemon eucalyptus oil are excellent for repelling bugs.
WEBJun 5, 2023 · Instructions: How To Make Essential Oil Mosquito Repellent Spray: 1. Measure and add witch hazel and distilled water to a bowl. 2. Add 10-15 drops of each of the essential oils to the bowl. Please note that for kids under 10 you should decrease drops of essential oils to 5 of each type.
WEBJul 29, 2019 · glass spray bottle. oil of lemon eucalyptus or lavender essential oil. witch hazel. Then, follow these steps: Mix 1 part oil of lemon eucalyptus or lavender essential oil with 10 parts witch hazel
WEBInstructions. Using a Small Funnel, add all ingredients to a clean 8 ounce spray bottle. Screw the Spray Cap on tightly and shake vigorously until well blended. Store bottle in a cool, dark place when not in use. Blend will typically last 6 months to a year depending on the quality & freshness of the Essential Oils & exposure to light.
WEBMar 14, 2024 · Keep them in the fridge for a cooling spray. Here are two herbal recipes: Steep 2 tbsp each of chopped fresh mint, basil, and lavender leaves in 1 cup boiling water until cooled. Strain, add 1 cup of witch hazel, and shake. Boil 1 cup water; add a few cloves and 3-4 tablespoons of dried herbs, including peppermint, catnip, and lavender.
WEBAdd ⅓ cup of witch hazel to the spray bottle. I like using these 4 oz. spray bottles because they fit in my purse, pool bag and I can make several of them at a time. You can absolutely double or triple the recipe and make this bug spray in bigger bottles. Add 5 drops each of lavender, citronella and lemongrass essential oils.
WEBApr 5, 2024 · Basic DIY Insect Repellent Spray, 2 Ways #1: Soap-Based DIY Natural Bug Spray. Supplies. Four 4 oz empty dark (amber, cobalt blue, etc.) glass spray bottles with spray nozzle; Glass is recommended over plastic because essential oils will not damage or degrade a glass bottle. If you want/need an unbreakable option, choose stainless steel.
WEBJun 9, 2016 · Squirt of dish soap, optional. Water, optional. Directions. Place chopped garlic cloves and mineral oil in a glass jar. Let steep for at least 24 hours (longer is fine if you don't get to it right away). Strain. Use as is, or add an equal amount of …
WEBJun 12, 2020 · An easy alternative to this DIY bug spray, is to grab the pre-blended doTERRA TerraShield Bug Spray. It comes in either a pre-made spray, or in a 15ml oil bottle so you can make your own spray and diffuse it. Buy Terrashield spray here and get Free Shipping over $50! $29.33. Add to cart.
WEBJul 23, 2014 · To create lemon balm bug spray: Gather: a handful of fresh lemon balm leaves. plus a generous pinch each of basil, catnip and mint from your garden. Stuff a glass jar full of the herb leaves, then pour witch hazel extract over them, almost to the top. You can usually find witch hazel in your local drug store or in the pharmacy section of a
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