DIY Natural Mosquito & Tick Repellent | Works Amazing, Smells Great, Long Lasting

[@lungaelchanaan9079]

Found this video 2 years ago for a fishing trip. The spray worked so well that now I was searching for this video again cause Mosquitos are so bad right now. Stuff REALLY works, and smells good, THank you so much!!!

[@ginadisalvo5186]

I love this! I am a chemist and I want to let you know DONT put essential oils in plastic bottles. They will react with the plastic. Some of those reaction products could be worse for you than the products on the shelf!! And protected from light is much better as well!! Light breaks those essential oils down

[@Greens5511]

Thanks for the reminder!! I knew that, but forgot why I bought all those glass spray bottles...😏 Glad I did!

[@heidiweinert3260]

What do you suggest instead? Even the glass bottles have plastic lids and tubes?

[@ardyrides834]

So, you're saying to put this mixture into colored glass containers, right?

[@Greens5511]

@@ardyrides834 I put them in brown glass containers

[@sheri3135]

Im glad I read the comments or I wouldn't have know

[@lilyrosegarden6080]

I would suggest using a dark colored glass bottle so that the essential oils dont go bad! Thank you so much for giving us these tips!!

[@PHamm54]

Any suggestions as to where to purchase dark colored bottles?

[@birdlady2725]

@@PHamm54 i think one of our natural food sores or brewery supplies sell them. Hope this helps.

[@momofmanda]

I agree. Considering the fact that that’s also how the oils themselves are packaged, that would be a good idea. Some plastic bottles leach into the liquid inside as well. One idea is to store the mixture in a dark glass bottle and then transfer a little bit of it at a time into a small plastic spray bottle.

[@Susan70003]

If you go out in the sun right after putting any citrus oils on your skin, you will get a severe burn. Leave the citrus out. I saw a child on the news that had been burned from citrus. They recommend you wait an hour after topical use before going into direct sun light.

[@deloriskornya6725]

Not for nothing, but if you are using them, consistently, during the summer months, it isn’t going to “go bad”. I have oils, and they are in dark bottles. I use them in sprays, that I use daily. My sprays go quickly, and so far, I have had nothing, “ go bad”. Now, if I was making up massage oils, and used a carrier oil, I would definitely use a dark bottle. Because, the carrier oils could go rancid, before being used, since I don’t use them, as often. Even so, if I was a massage therapist, I would have less need for a dark bottle, because I would be using them more often. Of course, you would definitely want to keep them out of direct sun.

[@amandaahlers2659]

I watched both your videos on this recipe. Made up a batch and the first night I used it over at my neighbors house. We all sat out by the pool and not a single bite. Smells great. Now my Mom who lives in the woods uses this recipe and I've even given a travel bottle to a fellow gardener. Thanks from deep in the heart of Texas!

[@1870s]

It's really that good! Haven't had a single mosquito bite all year!

[@asiaizzard3791]

Just got to Houston for some work looking up at diy bug repellant I started getting bit in Louisiana. And now I need to repelle the wasps as well

[@umustbbornagainActs2-38]

What type of bottles did you use? Comments here are saying don't use plastic

[@tinawindham6958]

Down by the bayou need a LOT , also hope it works for horseflies👍🏻. Wearing long pants and sleeves and was still getting eaten up. Thank you. I didn’t know about the glass bottles.

[@snirks8635]

Witch Hazel 1/2 cup Vodka/Alcohol 1 Tablespoon 1/2 cup water Vegetable glycerine 1 teaspoon 30 drops bergamot oil 30 drops cedar oil 10 drops ea of lemon, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary oil.

[@mistyjames5193]

What was that tick stuff she was talking about. What other alcohol can you use

[@Cindy-bee]

@@mistyjames5193 rubbing alcohol

[@j.elle912]

​@Misty James you can also use grain alcohol

[@mistyjames5193]

@@j.elle912 Thank you!

[@4America2024]

Thank you.

[@debrajones7349]

Mosquitoes LOVE me! Just bought the ingredients and can’t wait to try this. Thank you for posting the recipe and links! UPDATE: This works so well!!! Not a single bite and smells good. This has been literally life changing for me!

[@beckyklassen5506]

Did this work?

[@Triple_Moon_Goddess]

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[@brookeg5979]

I am a mosquito magnet! I went outside tonight for less than 5 minutes, covered in mosquito bites. UGH. Adding items to my online cart as we speak! So glad to hear this worked for you. If you see this, please let me know how it's worked over time, love to hear an update!

[@Lacocacolaman]

she got malaria 🥲@@beckyklassen5506

[@elenadejesus7489]

Cedarcide from Wondercide works too and also kills ants.

[@itzakpoelzig330]

Just a FYI: bergamot and lemon are both citrus oils that will make your skin hyper reactive to UV rays. People have gotten very serious burns this way. Citronella, contrary to what the name suggests, is not from a citrus fruit, so that's fine. I would leave those two out of the recipe if you plan to be wearing this bug repellant on sunny days. Instead of the bergamot, use geranium, like WellnessMama, and instead of the lemon, try lemongrass essential oil, which also has bug repellent properties. The other option is to go ahead and use the citrus oils, and then just spray your bug spray on your clothes and not your skin. If you're going to do that, you could even add some pennyroyal oil, which is a powerful bug repellant, but too strong for skin. Maybe leave out the glycerine, which isn't great for some fibers. Those are my thoughts, hope they're helpful!

[@SleeplessinOC]

Thanks for your very helpful comment !! Have you used this yourself ? And what about our faces ? Won’t mosquitoes still try to get to our faces since most people won’t be spraying this on their face ?

[@VanillaAttila]

You can get bergaptene free bergamot

[@lorilal9931]

Why would anyone try to change this woman’s recipe. I find that ignorant. Get your own uTube Chanel.

[@samantha_collier]

Great tip! One summer, before I knew that much about essential oils, I was putting bergamot below my ears with no carrier oil and caused myself to get photosensitivity. It hurt so bad, like a sunburn inside my whole body. Essential oils are very effective but very strong.

[@terryolay4613]

Underrated suggestions. Thanks so much.

[@svetlanab655]

💜 I have used essential oils for many years, this is a great recipe however one should always use glass bottles as the oils can have a reaction releasing chemicals from the plastic which can degrade your oils. Also some oils are photosensitive and should not come in contact with your skin if you are going to be in the sun. Thank you for sharing 💜

[@curtissill1389]

Skin so soft from Avon with Lavender oil mixed in it works well too, Ive used it my whole life. Thanks mom!

[@hawaiinrainbow]

Just making sure. You are saying this works as a mosquito repellant? If yes, does this need to be applied all over, or not?

[@HighLevelNinja]

@@hawaiinrainbow yes, SSS can be used as a mosquito repellent (even without adding lavender), and yes, spray it wherever protection is needed.

[@PassionDCGL11]

I’ve been using your recipe all summer on myself and my family and it works!!! Way better than any store bought ones! 😃 so thanks for this! ❤️

[@Rochesterhome]

To eliminate mosquitos, fill 5 gallon pail 1/2 water. Buy floating mosquitos donuts at the hardware store. Float one in the water. This will not only kill the mosquitos but the eggs as well. Put out several buckets to cover large area and enjoy your outdoors.

[@user-xh4ip8kv2s]

@Rochesterhome, great post. Anyone who wants more info on this method for eliminating mosquitos can search KZbin for "Mosquito Buckets of Doom" or ""Mosquito Buckets.". I recommend using only a quarter or a half of one of the floating mosquitos donuts per 5 gallon bucket and adding a new one regularly.

[@andygold]

​@@user-xh4ip8kv2sI do the same. 1/4 of a mosquito dunk per 5 gallon bucket filled about half way with water. I drop in a new 1/4 chunk monthly to keep enough BT in the water. I also throw a small handful of soil, a few grass clippings, and a few leaves in the bucket to foul the water a bit. Mosquitos it seems prefer fouled water over nice, clean, fresh water. I place buckets along the perimeter of the yard, giving them plenty of places to lay their eggs that will never grow to adulthood.

[@maurageist5051]

Can't wait to try it. Besides the fact that the essential oils will degrade in sunlight, some essential oils will actually eat away at plastic. So when using essential oils glass bottles are always best especially when applying on skin.

[@sekainiheiwa3650]

I got lost when I heard that vodka is needed but then relaxed after I heard that only one spoon will be wasted

[@vvolpe572]

I made this, because I too, am loved by chiggers, mosquitoes, and every flying/ biting critter.. Within about a month, it has reduced the amount to only one or 2 bug bites every couple of days (vs. 10-15 every couple of days). I use both geranium and bergamot oil in mine as well as cedarwood and that combination has really worked! Thank you!

[@alisabundrick4707]

Thank you Rachel - I am a bug buffet! Anything that bites within 5 miles knows when I am outside. Love the idea of a natural repellent. I always have been concerned about chemical absorption and I am definitely going to try this recipe! It so funny - I just received my first order of Plant Therapy oils so I think this was meant to be!

[@1870s]

Fantastic! Hopefully it has what you need

[@alisabundrick4707]

If not I will order some... they are pretty reasonable...

[@17...20]

"Bug buffet" SAME! 😂😂😂😂❤

[@ooohlaa13]

@@17...20 me too,, in FL I barely close my house door and already I have 2 bites. Also we have yellow flies the bite is super painful and super itchy and can last for over a week. They are v aggressive and follow you into your car to terrorize you while driving.

[@RWayne-nu2fi]

First, I want to say, thank you, thank you for putting ingredients/amounts in the description!!! So many videos drag you along for 10 minutes before ever hinting at the ingredients or how much to use, thank you, you are obviously genuinely trying to provide helpful information. Second, you say that mosquitos "like" you....... HAHA! Believe me when I tell you, that they ADORE me.... mosquitoes will migrate across 5 state lines to bite me.... something about my blood/chemistry is irresistible.... evidently, my blood is more addictive than crack cocaine... Here, where I live, they literally arrive with 2 gallon gas cans and a funnel to siphon my blood....they look like desert hummingbirds. Thanks again for the video, I will be giving it a try.

[@freshencounter]

❤️😂😅 I’m your competition when it comes to those dern bugs!!

[@Gardeninginpearls]

I made this last summer but never really used it. I have flies on the patio this year and this is fantastic! I spray down the cushions and underside of umbrellas and the bugs leave! Really this is great! No mosquito bites either. Thank you so much.

[@ooohlaa13]

spraying the umbrella and cushions! very clever. thanx

[@johnd4408]

Back when I was in the U.S. Marine Corps, we used Skin So Soft as a bug repellent. It works amazingly good.

[@RayAlbritton]

Yup

[@Moon_lovelyme]

Skin so soft from Avon?

[@RayAlbritton]

@@Moon_lovelyme yea good stuff ..Worked for us

[@oceanview5545]

I used skin so soft too, they should name it skin so delicious, it didn't work for me at all.!

[@TradBarbie]

My mom always put that on us.

[@julieannbailey9505]

I love Plant Therapy myself! They are very affordable and come in 30ml sizes, which are often hard to find unless you want to use a fragrance oil as opposed to a natural essential oil. I also love Wellness mama!

[@Kat-n-Ollie]

Thank you. I have Lyme disease from a tick bite and I really appreciate this.

[@evage99]

I'll have to try this, my sons can't run around shirtless without getting eaten alive by mosquitos! A note about essential oils...they're not regulated by the EPA/FDA, which means the product labeling isn't checked for accuracy, which means companies have been caught straight-up lying about what's in those little bottles. Cheaper oils are often mostly carrier oil (olive, vegetable, sunflower, etc.) sometimes with synthetic scent added, and there's no real essential oils involved at all. You have to look into who you're buying them from! Transparency is very important; if you can't get info on their facility and distillation process, don't buy.

[@BaharDenizEris]

Thanks for the sharing! I would like to add an important detail that citrus essential oils like lemon, bergamot, etc. can be photosensitive* up to how they are produced. I recommend you check if your essential oil is photosensitive if you are gonna go out and get exposed to the sun or simply go for other options rather than citrus family.

[@SonOfHutch]

That salad looks delicious

[@lauralowery9303]

Ha! This is the recipe I made a year and a half ago! I lost it and wellness mama has put out a new one that's different. I don't have all the oils she now recommends, and anyway this one works Great! Thanks sweetie! I have been searching for so long and I'm almost out of the last batch. What a relief! If it ain't broke, don't fix it! Lum💖

[@1870s]

we just made up 4 more bottles ready for the season

[@gearyb9870]

I live in the Tropics on the Pacific coast of Mexico. Right now it's rainy season when there are lots of mosquitoes. I discovered a few years ago that if I dab lavender essential oil on strategic spots on my arms and legs that it alone keeps mosquitoes away. It works much better than commercial products and doesn't leave my skin feeling greasy. While I don't doubt the benefits of the spray recipe presented in this video, essential oil can be expensive, especially if you are using so many different types. I just make sure the lavender essential oil is the real thing and not a synthetic product.

[@florencesouthard6804]

Strategic spots being pulse points?

[@gearyb9870]

@@florencesouthard6804 I just dab the lavender essential oil at my ankles, calves of my legs (because I'm usually wearing shorts), back of upper arms, forearms and inside of forearms... anywhere I typically get mosquito bites. Just try it and adjust locations where you dab the oil as needed. Friends have told me it works well for them too.

[@daahfal8755]

💞Thank You for posting Sir ❣️

[@BrentTnerb2217]

Can I put a couple dabs of lavender oil on my face ? Got bit twice on my face yesterday.

[@snoopybluejeans]

I too have used diluted lavander oil and water mix and it works.

[@mommajen4118]

I just used this for July 4th. I substituted peppermint for the eucalyptus & it worked great! I did need to reapply, but worked great! THANK YOU!

[@dianakosa5915]

Thank you for your video! I just want to mention that bergamot and lemon are citrus essential oils , all of which can make you photo-sensitive. I learned this the hard way when used them in a homemade body lotion years ago. I went to the beach and got the worst burn of my life where I had blisters under many layers of peeling skin after five days of peeling! I have a naturally olive complexion and rarely burn otherwise, even at the beach. Otherwise I'm going to try your formula. 😊😊

[@bettinakoepke304]

I would never use the citrus ones on my skin!!!

[@helenjones568]

Those ingredients are awesome. Love them. I was on another web site and read about using aloe. Get an aloe plant. I'm up north now and they do well in the house during winter and they reproduce so well! Than put them out in the warmer weather! Allow tends to stick to the skin more! It s healing efffects are awesome too! Alcohol dries the skin off and evaporates. I'm going to try and work with this recipe and make it last longer on my skin. I'm in infested bug State Virginia! The ticks are horendous especially with the those teeny tiny ones! Ugh! And my chickens woddles get bit too! Thank you! I will pass this on. It's soooo important. Find out if you have cedar trees and, get your own concotion of cedar materials to add in. I too stock up but try to get the plants I can or learn how to find and harvest! Thank you!

[@ad-wk2sc]

Carefull ya'll. The usual Bergamot essential oil and Lemon essential oil are phototoxic if you use too much. If you want to avoid that, buy the bergaptene-free Bergamot or also called Bergamot FCF essential oil, and steam-distilled Lemon essential oil (not cold-pressed lemon). OR You can still use the usual Bergamot at a maximum of 0.4% ratio of the whole batch. And the usual cold-pressed Lemon at a maximum of 2% ratio of the whole batch. Knowledge is power. Be safe.

[@5rgyyuyrgg]

Thank you for this information! Knowing this, I'm not using bergamot .

[@sandycheeks1580]

Just don’t put it on until you go out in the evening! 😊

[@lisapearce4338]

This is just what I need!! Mosquitoes are terrible around here!!!!! Thanks for sharing Rachel.

[@rhondahansson6602]

Tried this. Love this!!! Used this on a recent camping trip. Thanks from Colorado :)

[@tedbless8237]

Do you have a recommendation for eliminating mosquitoes altogether out of your garden?

[@tynothdorft7374]

@@tedbless8237 ddt

[@kathryncronkrite8027]

@@tynothdorft7374 ILLEGAL

[@Notwsw]

Yes! Oils will eat plastic unless it’s made the right way. Use quality essential oils, too. More bang for your buck if you get a good brand. ❤

[@wingnutwingnut7490]

@@tedbless8237 THERE ARE KZbin VIDEOS USING 5 GALLON BUCKET WITH WATER AND A PRODUCT CALLED MOSQUITO DUNKS TO INTERRUPT THE DEVELOPMENT FROM NYMPH TO ADULT

[@TheMacs1]

I make a spray pretty similar to this. We really like the option of having natural versus store bought chemicals!

[@1870s]

Me too

[@SouthernRootsDesigns]

On your recommendations, I used this all last summer and it is amazing.

[@1870s]

I agree!! Not a single tick last year when used, just need to keep it front and center so we easily grab it when needed

[@nancywilson4910]

This recipe works wonderfully!! Works for about 2 or 3 hours! And it smells wonderful! Thank you 🙏

[@1870s]

Glad you found it helpful definitely better smell than the chemicals

[@jbhann]

CHICAGO, August 27 - Researchers report that nepetalactone, the essential oil in catnip that gives the plant its characteristic odor, is about ten times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than DEET - the compound used in most commercial insect repellents.

[@saltdoll5288]

Can you link an article?

[@kayoray]

I tried the catnip oil last week... you didnt mention that ALL of the CATS would chase me down......😂

[@K.Kelly87]

This is nice to know because I'm allergic to DEET.

[@dellanira6327]

I realized today that I might as well just save this in one of my playlists because I keep coming back to this video every summer.

[@charlotteboustead6186]

Thanks so much love ❤️ it. However, Bergamot is not good in sunshine on skin as it gives prickly heat. Excellent repellent I’m definitely making it

[@bearallen8010]

I live in Florida and right now it's our rainy season and I work and play outside and you don't need all those ingredients you can use 4 oz of apple cider vinegar 4 oz of purified water 1/2 teaspon of eucalyptus, 1/2 teaspoon of lavender, and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon oil

[@keisha_j]

Thank you so much! I made a batch using the ingredients I had on hand and it really works. Excited to purchase the additional oils and share the vlog with family and friends.

[@leatricegulbransen8813]

Making this today for my son. He has those tiny mosquitos that he says are "militarized". Inside and outside the house. Thanks for sharing it !

[@birdlady2725]

Lol! Good analogy by him! Here in Maine, between mosquitos, ticks, horse flies and black flies (smallest but fierce and love behind the ears!), anything to alleviate one or more of these beasties attacks, is worth it. Happy 4th.

[@kgfairgo5559]

New sub! Love that you put the recipe in the notes.

[@LiseWrigley]

This is my second year using this. It smells great and mostly works.

[@catracampolieto8989]

I've gotten eaten up with ants and I don't know what else. So glad I was looking through your videos. I have huge welts from the mystery biter. I'll be making the bug juice asap.

[@birdlady2725]

Spider bite maybe?

[@sharihenderson7621]

Catra Campolieto - Don't know what kind of ants are biting you but here in the South we deal with fire ants. They are nasty little creatures. Blend some Cajeput essential oil with a carrier oil - 5% dilution rate. Please use a quality brand EO. You can also use Plantain leaves (a weed that grows just about everywhere). Crush them up, mix with a little water to make a paste and apply to bite. In emergency, chew up a leaf (yes, put it in your mouth). The crushed/chewed leaves mixed with your saliva and applied to your bite(s) will take away the sting of the bite. For wasp/hornet/bee stings, use Blue Cypress EO diluted in carrier oil.

[@_thatchickchris8246]

Oh this is great! Every time I step outside I feel like I become an all you can eat buffet. I’m also allergic so I swell up huge. Most of the time I end up having to take Benedril. I’m definitely trying this! Thanks

[@riversong6681]

I’m curious to know if this worked for you? I do the same thing as well app and itch for days. It’s miserable

[@iwant2bback]

Me tooooo! I swell so bad and I use 4x the recommended amount of antihetamin!

[@annasjourney]

If you are looking for something better than benadryl for the allergy part look up apice in homeopathy. My daughter used to swell up to the size of a soft ball each time she got a mosquito bite. After I started using apice she doesn't swell like that at all anymore. The 1st time we used apice the hot swelling went away with 20 minutes and never came back. My family that does not believe homeopathy is anything more than "in your head" were amazed and shocked to see her bites disappear right I front of their eyes. It used to take almost 2 weeks before they were almost gone. And on her 3 year old body it was pure torture. She is 10 now, and we haven't had to use apice for 4 years and still no swelling. EDIT: APIS not apice! Sorry for the spelling error

[@moonbowmountaincottage]

@@annasjourney Hi. I did a Google search for "apice". I couldn't find anything called apice. Help.

[@Sarah-x8z2h]

​@@annasjourney what is apice please? ( Do you mean allspice?) I have bad swelling and cellulitis and staph from "no-see-um's !" Was recently stung by a wasp and had to go turgent care. Looking for an alternative to antibiotics and steroids to bring down inflammation and immune system ( I have leukemia and wonder how people who are unhealthy are managing as I don't want to use pesticides on my garden and plant many herbs and marigold etc ... I enjoyed reading all the comments and as well as learning about the dark glass bottles and one person said use a glass dropper as oils and carrier oil go rancid especially with sheath and sun. *** My concern is does it stain clothes. Another person asked if it was ok to spray on clothes? I don't think so somehow because of the carrier oils? In FL. the bugs are real bad. I welcome anyone who would like to contact me if you are going thru the same ailments in life. Been suffering from bites and they won't heal and ai cannot wear shirts it skirts because scarring is so bad. Thank you! Love the community of people reaching out with positive help and support in here! Will check out Wellness Mama as well. Blessings to you ALL!

[@missteach9853]

Colorado has had such a rainy season, which has brought on a ton of mosquitos! I am so stoked to try this natural option and you’ve gained a subscriber! I’m stoked to see more from your channel! Praying and sending good vibes for growth and an increase in your areas of need around your channel! ♥️✌🏻

[@vanessaadams9145]

AND I have actually been growing all of those plants for this reason, 🤞 this year is the year I get a massive harvest on them 😍

[@saltdoll5288]

Bravo! THAT is inspiring! Do you post videos? I would to know about diy essential oils.

[@julieshipman2518]

Really happy I found this! A few years back one of my daughters casually mentioned, isn't it weird how your lips go numb when you use bug spray? What?! I've been spraying my baby girl (now 20 years old) with toxins causing signs of anaphylaxis. We have use natural alternatives since. Happy to know how to make my own.

[@stevenhickman1379]

Don’t leave that in your garden in that plastic bottle. If exposed to the sun it should be in a dark glass bottle but I wouldn’t leave it in the sun at all.

[@HeidisHereAndThere]

Did she say she leaves it in her garden?

[@palynnearven5534]

This is wonderful thank you so much for sharing and for sharing how it has worked For you. One thing to note is that anytime you’re using citrus like the Bergamont you really need to be careful and conscientious because it can produce issues when you go out in the sun I can make you photosensitive I can also produce burning so any citrus there’s a reason to not use it In the sunshine. Also I adore wellness mama she’s great

[@Msibme]

taking garlic supplements help also plus it is great for your immune system

[@choosejoy8027]

Yessss!!! I use harbaach brand , no bites in 2 years!

[@anareus1]

@@choosejoy8027 where do you get this brand?

[@choosejoy8027]

@@anareus1 I ordered it online

[@1miltond]

Just eat garlic in your food salads don't use supplement

[@choosejoy8027]

@@1miltond I got tired of the taste of garlic, so I switched to Odorless Pills.

[@shannonkelly-cortina2004]

Thank you!!! Exactly what I was looking for. Tons of ticks and mosquitos around here!!!!

[@urbanohiogardener]

I noticed last year that Cedarwood oil was amazing at keeping bugs away. Cant wait to try this recipe!

[@1870s]

It really is! Especially ticks. That's why we subbed our the original recipe for Cedar. We have a LOT of ticks here.

[@kathleenkirchoff9223]

That's why I use cedar mulch especially in my patio pots.

[@rosaharitos]

Can't wait to try this- mosquitoes love me and it's exhausting- will let you know how it goes- 😇

[@carynmartin6053]

I made a similar spray with some varying essential oils, but they all do about the same thing. Cinnamon and clove and peppermint oils all work great in it, too

[@cindykq8086]

The mosquitos will avoid you but husbands and small children will follow you around, with fragrances like that. :)

[@MariaPerez-hl4js]

Caryn martin That combination also repel snakes.

[@PhilandAlex]

Cannot wait to try this!!!

[@rho1360]

Thank you Rachel, the mozzies here in Queensland love me too, even biting me through my clothes! I hate getting bitten and hate using chemicals so I'm definitely making this today (I have mostly everything). Love Wellness Mama too, she's terrific 👍

[@1c2h3e4u5n6g]

Thank you 🙏

[@adrienneburroughs5418]

I appreciate the brevity of this video.

[@wi54725]

Have you tried just lemon eucalyptus oil for your essential oil? We have really bad chigger issues in the South. Lemon Eucalyptus (not lemon and eucalyptus) is as effective as DEET. I usually add a little peppermint oil to make it smell better, and it also feels good. I usually just combine the Essential oil with olive oil and rub it on like suntan lotion.

[@cindykq8086]

I wondered if the EOs couldn't just be mixed with lotion. Olive oil, great idea!

[@junadelfancello3623]

Quantities?

[@junadelfancello3623]

Quantities?

[@junadelfancello3623]

Quantities?

[@junadelfancello3623]

Quantities?

[@rho1360]

I'm in QLD, Australia and the mozzies are really bad today after recent rain. . ... anyhoo I just made your recipe and I'm sitting outside and nothing biting! Success ✋

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

I haven't used OFF in years...no deet for me. I make a spray with the doTERRA terrashield blend, but I am ALWAYS open to having more tools in my tool box. I'm going to give this a try! BTW, got my reusable bamboo paper towels in the mail yesterday. They are nice!

[@1870s]

Awesome hope you enjoy them as much as I do

[@debbiebolek2117]

Never heard I d these bamboo paper towels. Can you let me know more about them

[@lulabloom4636]

That looks like an amazing recipe, I am going to try it..thank you! One thing to note is that bergamot causes photosensitivity, so if you are going to be in the sun it can create a burning reaction on your skin. May be that geranium is a better option.

[@michaelcolors]

This works extremely well for mosquito repellent: myrrh resin gum oil (20%) + jojoba oil. Of course, this can be homemade. But it can also be purchased -- NOW brand essential oils makes this (small glass bottle). This is easy to apply on legs, arms, etc without any discomforting effects. 💜

[@janmclellan8963]

Although this was first out about 3 years ago I am still using your recipe as we have every bug known to mankind and ticks every where as I live off the grid and this recipe is fantastic my dog hates it but I spray her and myself all the time Thanks so much ❣️

[@Sypherz]

Add vanilla to keep gnats away.

[@Scotty__]

Is gnats the same thing has fruit flies??

[@hopeup2792]

QUESTION: For the alcohol can you use rubbing alcohol?

[@bogipepper]

Clove oil 30 drops in a pint of alcohol is all you need. I've been using it for years.

[@kmiller6002]

What type of alcohol... Rubbing or drinking?

[@noreenhollywood3120]

@@kmiller6002 I have the same question too. Hope they answer our question 🙏😊

[@noreenhollywood3120]

Rubbing or drinking alcohol?

[@kmiller6002]

@@noreenhollywood3120 Hopefully 🙏🙏🤗

[@kmiller6002]

@@noreenhollywood3120 We've been asking but they're not replying 🤔🤔.

[@paulabhandmade9592]

Plant Therapy is a genuine good product/company. They also have a bug spray concentrate!

[@yardner1963]

I use Gold Bond w/Shea Butter Lotion and therapeutic spearmint oil. Use 1/4 cp lotion and 25-30 drops of spearmint oil. Mix well and apply to skin. No mosquitoes or other nuisance bugs will come near you and you smell wonderful.

[@shannonruark8079]

Does it matter what kind of lotion? A lot of them I can't use.

[@ginnyquintal4201]

Love this idea i’m looking forward to trying this in the spring and with essential oil’s it’s not gonna smell like deet

[@AldousHuxleysCat]

I've used a combination of vinegar and garlic for ages works well for me, I'm kind of interested in the idea of witch hazel and might add some of that to see if it makes any difference. I will say that this version probably doesn't require an immediate shower after you come into the house like mine does

[@chrisking4636]

Vinegar and garlic? I bet that repels humans also.😖

[@AldousHuxleysCat]

@@chrisking4636 not if they use it too! It is the sort of thing that you really need to take a shower after you're through being outside. I use Dr Bronner's peppermint soap it really works well and gives you a nice pepperminty smell

[@chrisking4636]

@@AldousHuxleysCat Sounds great! I love peppermint.

[@beverlyrussell5366]

That's what I'm trying to avoid. I don't want something that immediately has to be showers off.

[@jeffreyschmidt3997]

Sounds like you'd be deliciously marinated if you happened to trip and fall into the campfire

[@hopemurphy9093]

Thank you so much!! I have the same machine and the same problem. I’ve been so frustrated! That’s my task for tomorrow. Thank you again.

[@stephanygates6491]

Thank you! Similar to my recipe, I've only used it on my dog! I'm not generally bothered but there are some areas I avoid. Maybe I could go anywhere!

[@beffis1980]

Try vanilla extract and water. It works amazing and it smells nice.

[@IsaiahThirtyTwenty]

Bergamot causes photosensitivity. Also EOs come in dark glass for a reason. EOs are wonderful but you need to educate yourself on their use.

[@HammerofGod777]

I love your enthusiatic eyes

[@largerichard9659]

I just walk around on fire… they don’t like open flames…

[@saltdoll5288]

Ya see? There are answers for everything on KZbin!

[@AdirondackRuby]

Looking forward to trying this. My mom has a hell of a time with mosquitos. They just flock to her. But soaking yourself with OFF! isn't exactly ideal. I sent her this video and she's very excited to get some mixed up.

[@melodeeruley3809]

The plastic will break down your essential oils .

[@incognitoalias2808]

I watched 5 videos before I seen yours and it's the easiest to understand to make. Thanks

[@joyceintexas]

I use DoTERRA “Terrashield” and add peppermint (small amount as it it hot oil) and cedar with just water and 1 tbsp of almond oil. Smells good and keeps it all away. Spray on clothes and shoes too!

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

I use that as well, but ALWAYS open to more ideas! :)

[@morganchairez2771]

Is this something I can wear all the time? Even to bed? Mosquitos attack me in my sleep sometimes. I always joke, if there is one mosquito left on earth, it will find me. That being said, I made a small batch of this (in an amber glass bottle, not plastic) and I have watched a mosquito approach me and literally turn around and fly away. I spend a lot of time on my patio, and it faces a forested area and a wet climate in Texas. I haven't had issues once using this. Although, I do try and apply every couple hours if I'm outside for a while bc I notice Mosquitos start getting closer after time passes. Still WAY better than smelling like any OTC bugs pray. Thanks so much for this video!! I now have made a large amber glass bottle amount of this since I use it often!

[@wendyd8888]

And on top of your bug spray working so well you must have smelled AMAZINGLY GOOD! Fave's of mine are Eucalyptus (yes I'm an Aussie), Rosemary and Peppermint but I have all of the essential oils on your list since I use them every day/week/month. Loved your video, have subscribed to check out the entire playlist/s. Cheers, Wendy Xx

[@evillagenyc]

praise be he! ohhhhhhh praise praise praise. my GOODNESS what would be do without Him.... HIM!!! oh glory I can't think of a better way to spend my time than think about HIM!! WOOT WOOT. now, let's get those mosquitos.

[@homeismyvacation]

Thank you for sharing this, we will give it a try.

[@רינתישראל-ז8כ]

Great work:apropos chemistry and plastikbottles,for the same reason we should not,as seen in the film store our essential oil bottles lying flat in a box,they will"eat up" slowly the plastikclosure of the little essesntial oil bottle from within...

[@vivalarica]

I just came outside(we live in Texas & it’s our state bird, the mosquito!) I had them flying around me but they didn’t bite. Make sure you get your clothes because they tried landing & biting but they flew right off once they landed & got the taste. I sprayed my dog too & they swarmed her like usual but flew away before landing. Oh THANK YOU for this recipe!!!!

[@1870s]

Be careful using on pets. We've been in Texas for the last 6 days or so. Hardly notice your mosquito here.

[@vivalarica]

@@1870s your blessed to not having to deal with them where your at:) we are in the super humid part of the state. It gets pretty bad with them here unfortunately:( do you know if it’s harmful to pets? Or stay away from eyes or mouth?

[@kimberlyguimond4186]

I have made my own for about three years now without the glycerin or vodka. So if you do t have those you don’t need them. I also add a few more types of oils. Cheers.

[@justtheanodelay1119]

so just EOs and water and witch hazel? Does ratio matter much?

[@barbarad.517]

I was wondering that myself. I don't drink alcohol so didn't want to buy it and have no other use for the glycerine. I have used a spray with just witch hazel and peppermint and eucalyptus with good success but am always open to trying something new! The witch hazel is so refreshing on a hot summer day!

[@annwithaplan9766]

Kimberly Guimond - Can you please share your recipe? Thanks.

[@pamalahatfield2075]

The glycerin is a preservative, and the alcohol helps emulsify the essential oil, as water and oil don't mix, without an emulsifier.

[@sandrainontario6710]

Following

[@maykaur3866]

Works great in SC. Much love❤️

[@PHamm54]

Some brands of witch hazel already have alcohol in it. So you probably wouldn’t need to add the vodka/alcohol. Essential Oils don’t need to be left in too much heat, they will lose their beneficial properties, especially citrus based ones like lemon & bergamot. Also, read the “other ingredients in your oils, some are not of a quality that you would want on your skin, because the skin is highly absorbent, akin to ingestion. So if you want to stay away from “chemical based EOs” don’t waste money on cheap brands! You get what you pay for.

[@pamalahatfield2075]

Plant Therapy oils are all 100% therapeutic grade, high quality oils, they're just more affordable, because the company isn't MLM.

[@barbaraclayton6053]

@@sharihenderson7621 Thank you much. Great info. I didn't know!🦋💖🦋

[@sharihenderson7621]

@@barbaraclayton6053 - You're welcome! Since there are no FDA regulations on essential oils, companies can do pretty much whatever they want. Always about making an extra buck, many of them will stretch these oils with synthetics (smell close to the same as original oils but not the same - just can't do what nature does naturally :) ) It frustrates me that so many consumers are giving these unethical companies their hard earned money, and putting synthetics on their body. Comment was made above about therapeutic grade. Young Living started that "phrase" as a marketing term. It has nothing to do with quality or purity.

[@swanday1]

@@sharihenderson7621 Thank you

[@cjd5255]

@@sharihenderson7621 I was wondering the photosynthesis too. Maybe since so little no reaction.

[@jenniferwilliams7086]

Yessss the Nats and mosquitoes are so attracted to me...

[@james44mag31]

I use Listerine and water for bug repellent, regular Listerine one part Listerine two parts water.

[@carolinemarie44]

Thank you!

[@whiskeywomanwhisks]

Missing a few items-Amazon can’t get here fast enough

[@niteshades_promise]

straight tea tree oil works great for me. works on mosquitos and tics. 🍻

[@hodnca]

What kind of alcohol, rubbing alcohol or drinking alcohol? I don't drink, so not sure of kind of alcohol.

[@themrs.547]

Vodka is drinking alcohol.

[@hodnca]

I understand about vodka, but you said vodka or alcohol.

[@pamalahatfield2075]

Rubbing alcohol will work, preferably 90% if you can find it.

[@djosephine]

Going to try! Bugs devour me here in Florida 😵‍💫

[@birdsaloud7590]

Sounds great! Just be careful on the animals because some can be allergic or poisoned by essential oils eg cats and dogs.

[@trevor5290]

we have a busy deer trail on our property so the ticks are plentiful & this will be quite useful thank you

[@johnossendorf9979]

How does it work against bitting flies? Like Deer flies, Horse flies and Black flies.

[@OurTreasuredHome]

Hello this is awesome. I have most of the essential oils and I do have everything else. Will be making some this week because we are starting to get up in the 80's again. Thank you for writing the recipe in the description box. God bless stay safe and have a wonderful day

[@eftsoulpath333]

I've always heard that when you put essential oils in plastic, it changes their properties and makes them much less effective. Please comment.

[@jaytee2642]

Several people have already pointed that out. Use glass.

[@michaelmosley1385]

@@jaytee2642 And I noticed those oils came in plastic bottles. I'm sticking with skin so soft and drinking my vodka.

[@saltdoll5288]

@@michaelmosley1385 lol

[@teresaproaps3621]

@@michaelmosley1385 no essential oils I have ever seen or owned came in plastic bottles. But, that was funny.