Did you know that it was possible to make essential oils repellents capable of repelling mosquitoes in a frighteningly effective way?
For your summer evenings, you're probably dreaming of enjoying every moment undisturbed by those little insects that can tarnish a vacation... In our previous article, we explored the different anti-mosquito plants.
In this article, we'll transform your home into a haven of peace mosquito repellent thanks to essential oils powerful. Discover two simple and effective recipes for making your own repellent blendsrepellent blends, combining natural ingredients with optimum protection. Get ready to say goodbye to bites and hello to peaceful evenings.
Recipe n°1: repellent skin oil
To begin, you will need 8 ml of vegetable oil of calendula or calophyll (which is naturally repellent). Then add :
- 5 drops essential oil of lavenders aspic ou officinal.
- 10 drops essential oil of Java citronella.
- 2 drops essential oil of peppermint .
- 10 drops scented geranium essential oil.
Apply between 5 and 10 drops of this mixture directly to mosquito-exposed areas of skin. You can repeat the application up to 4 times a day. Suitable for adults and children over 6 years of age.
Precautions for use
This blend is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women or children under 6.
Essential oil blend for diffusion
To make a blend of essential oils for diffusion, mix the following in your diffuser diffuser :
- 6 drops oflemon eucalyptus.
- 10 drops of Java citronella.
- 3 drops peppermint.
- 10 drops lavender Officinale (true lavender)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION :
- This synergy is reserved for children over 6 (+6 years) and adults.
- For children over 3 years of age (+ 3 years), simply diffuse a mixture of Java lemongrass and True lavender.
Tip : essential oils can also be sprayed onto clothing. To do this, take a clean spray bottle and fill it halfway with water. Then take the essential oils listed above and mix them in the bottle. Shake well before each use.
This mixture is to be sprayed onto clothing only.
It's also possible to choose just one essential oil to spray. In this case, choose lavender or lemongrass, which are good mosquito repellents and suitable for the whole family.
