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Glass spray bottle with homemade bug spray
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Homemade Bug Spray

Homemade bug spray, made with essential oils, a carrier oil, and witch hazel, is an effective way to help combat being bothered by those pesky little flying bugs while you are trying to enjoy your time outdoors.
Course Crafting/DIY
Cuisine American
Keyword Bug Repellent, Bug Spray, DIY, DIY Bug Spray for Your Skin, Homemade Bug Spray for Skin
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 0.5 cup

Equipment

  • Glass bottle with sprayer
  • Mini funnel
  • Measuring cup
  • Tablespoon
  • Mini dropper

Ingredients

  • 20 drops Lavender Essential Oil
  • 16 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil
  • 16 drops Tea Tree Oil
  • Witch Hazel 10 drops for EACH drop of essential oil
  • 2 tablespoons Almond Oil or other carrier oil

Instructions

  • In a medium sized measuring cup, start adding in the essential oils one at a time.
  • You will need to add in 10 drops of witch hazel for EACH drop of essential oil as you need to dilute the oils.
  • Next add in the almond oil and stir.
  • Using the mini funnel, pour the mixture into the glass bottles you are using.
  • Shake together and spray. Rub onto the skin if needed.