Bug Tip Tuesday | Basic Bug Spray Recipe

Posted on July 31, 2018

Bugs are out and busier than ever. Here is a basic bug spray recipe to make yourself when you are in a pinch. Add the following to a 4oz water spray bottle.

2 oz of witch hazel
2 oz of distilled water
essential oil (20-25 drops for kids age 3+ or 40-50 drops for adults and kids age 10+)

Tips for using

oils and water don’t mix, so be sure to shake the bug spray before you use it
avoid spraying on face
avoid touching eyes and mouth if you have bug spray on your fingers
for young kids under 2, spray onto their clothes (and not on their skin)
apply as often as you need it

Some Favorite Essential Oil Blends for Bug Spray (safe for adults and kids 10+)

10 drops geranium + 15 drops lavender + 5 drops patchouli + 10 drops lemongrass + 10 drops citronella
15 drops lemongrass + 15 drops eucalyptus + 20 drops citronella
20 drops lavender + 20 drops lemongrass + 10 drops peppermint
20 drops rosemary + 20 drops cedarwood + 10 drops peppermint
15 drops lavender + 10 drops basil + 10 drops rosemary + 15 drops spearmint
15 drops eucalyptus + 20 drops lavender + 15 drops lemongrass

Original Article by One Essential Community

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Bug Tip Tuesday | Basic Bug Spray Recipe

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