Okay, I made it, and our first 2 nights were a success! Outside time, with no bites! For those of you who have reactions (or kiddos with reactions) to mosquito bites, you know how awful and itchy they can be. So the options are to use chemical laden sprays to avoid bites or get the horrible bites and have the itch and fear of west nile and the slew of other yuckiness associated with the blood suckers, no win situation! I did a lot of research on some of the essential oils that were suggested on the Facebook page and others I found that help bug repellent properties and came up with this recipe! Easy ratios, and easy to obtain materials!
2.5 oz. boiled water (distilled if you prefer)
2.5 oz. witch hazel
2.5 mL eucalyptus, tea tree, lemongrass, and lavender essential oils
Put them all in a spray bottle and be sure to shake before you apply each time, as the oil will rise to the top. Also, if you prefer not to use a spray, you can also place a stack of cotton
rounds in a container and pour the (well shaken) mixture over them for ready to use wipes.
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I'm going to try this on our upcoming camping trip to FL
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