Homemade Natural Bug Repellent Recipes
Published on March 21st 2015 by Sean Nelson under DIY
Just try out the following natural recipes to keep the buggers at bay, naturally. We confirm you that all the recipes and procedures that we have got for you are all natural and safe, devoid of harsh chemicals or insecticides. All the best and most effective recipes to kill the insects naturally. Just fill your spray bottle and attack!!!
Easy Bug Repellent (with blended essential oils)
Ingredients
- Lemon eucalyptus essential oil – 55 drops
- Lavender essential oil – 15 drops
- Rosemary essential oil – 15 drops
- Cedar wood essential oil – 15 drops
- Carrier liquid
How to make
Take a 3-4 oz. spray bottle and pour the carrier liquid into this. Now add all the essential oils and shake well thoroughly. Don’t forget to shake the liquid before every use.
Tips
- For the most effective result use it once every 3-4 hours.
- Not recommended to be used for children below 3.
- Better if your container is dark. It is advisable to store essential oils in a cool and dark place.
Simple All-Natural Bug Repellent
Ingredients
- Vodka – 2½ tbsp
- Neem oil – 2 tbsp
- Carrier liquid
- Essential oils (citronella, tea tree, peppermint, lemon, etc.) – 100 drops
How to make
Add all the ingredients in a spray bottle and mix together.
DIY Bug Repellent (for bed bugs and stink bugs)
Ingredients
- Tea Tree Oil – 20 drops
- Lavender Oil – 20 drops
- Vegetable Glycerin (this would help the liquid to stick to the surface) – 1 tbsp
- Water – 3 oz.
How to make
With the tea tree and lavender oils acting miraculously on bed bugs, simple pour the above ingredients in a spray bottle, shake well and attack!
Homemade Bug Repellent (for babies and kids)
You can use extracts (oils) of the plants belonging to the mint family (peppermint, spearmint, lemongrass, citronella etc.), or basil and neem. Rest are all same. Although these plants have properties that are safe for children, yet when you use the essential oils, it is always wise to test it first on your baby/kid before using them.
Quick Bed Bug Repellent Spray
Ingredients
- Lavender essential oil – 4 drops
- Water – 4 oz.
How to make
As mentioned, mix both the above liquids in a spray bottle and you are ready.
Homemade DIY Vinegar Spray (for fly)
Ingredients
- Raw apple cider vinegar – 1 quart
- Melaleuca essential oil – 40 drops
- Clove oil – 40 drops
- Witch hazel – 2-4 oz.
How to make
Add all together in a spray bottle and spray lavishly.
DIY Homemade Insect Repellent
Ingredients
- Alcohol – 1 tbsp
- Witch hazel – 1 tbsp
- Jojoba, almond, or olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Bergamot – 20 drops
- Cypress oil – 20 drops
- Peppermint oil – 20 drops
How to make
In the same way, mix all the above ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake thoroughly and spray all around the corners of you house (both indoors and outdoors). Avoid spraying close to your eyes.
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