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Herbal repellent for ticks and mosquitoes

Quynh Chau Nguyen, 9. 7. 20259. 7. 2025

Don’t feel like spraying chemicals on your skin? And soaking herbs in alcohol sounds too slow? Try this quick and easy recipe for an effective homemade herbal repellent—ready in minutes!

What’s it good for?

  • It helps repel ticks and mosquitoes—naturally!

You‘ll Need:

Essential oils of your choice
Water

Instructions:

This is as simple as it gets! Add a few drops of your favorite essential oils to a spray bottle. Great choices include lavender and clove, or you can try tea tree or rosemary. Fill the rest of the bottle with water and shake well. Spray generously on your skin or clothes before heading outdoors.

TIP:

For longer shelf life, use distilled water or swap water for rubbing alcohol.

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