Are you tired of pesky bugs invading your outdoor space? If so, you’re not alone! Fortunately, there’s an easy, non-toxic solution for keeping bugs away: DIY bug repellent.
In this article, we’ll discuss how to make your own DIY bug repellent in a mason jar, the benefits of using a non-toxic solution, and the different ingredients you can use to create your own bug repellent.
DIY Bug Repellent: How It Works
We at the Health Journal adore the concept of adding elegance to your events while keeping bugs away. A fun, non-toxic way to decorate and shield your guests from biting insects is using mason jar bug repellant lanterns.
Feel free to alter them anyway your heart desires. Additionally, you can alter the color palette to go with your theme or furniture.
Even though I love summertime barbecues, nothing makes me want to flee inside faster than a mosquito attack.
For my benefit, I discovered this non-toxic repellant that not only works well, but also has a lovely scent and appearance.
What you’ll need for this DIY Bug Repellent
- Mason jars or sizable glass jars with screw tops
- Essential oils of citronella,
- Lemon eucalyptus,
- Lavender, and cedarwood
- Lemon and orange slices
- rosemary, thyme, and mint sprigs
- Citronella candles
- Hot water
- Candles lit for tea
- A knife
- A cutting board
How to make this DIY Bug Repellent
| 1 | Slice up several oranges and lemons after peeling them. To unleash their aroma and natural oils, lightly scrunch the freshly torn herbs. |
| 2 | After adding the herbs, cinnamon sticks, and peel slices to the jar, carefully pour warm water over everything to completely cover it. |
| 3 | Add a few drops of each essential oil, secure the jar’s top, and give it a light shake to combine the components. |
| 4 | Remove the cover, which should release a mouthwatering aroma of fresh, lemony herbs that bugs abhor, and place a tea light candle on top. |
