The Top 3 DIY Mosquito Control Methods
Easy Recipes To Keep Bites at Bay
Enjoy your summer nights without the nuisance of mosquitoes with these DIY Mosquito Control Recipes.
These homemade mixtures are not only easy to prepare but also safe for everyone.
The best part? All the essential elements you need are probably already in your home!
DIY Mosquito Control Recipes
Essential oils are the secret 'ingredient' in these DIY mosquito solutions. These oils emit scents that mosquitoes detest, thereby keeping them at bay. Some powerful essential oils that work best are:
- Peppermint
- Lavender
- Rosemary
- Lemon
- Citronella
- Eucalyptus oil
- Other potent essential oils
Recipe 1: Witch Hazel Mosquito Shield
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup witch hazel
- 50 drops of any essential oil
- Spray bottle
How to prepare: Combine the witch hazel with your chosen essential oil. Pour the blend into a spray bottle. Spray it over your skin, focusing on exposed areas, before your nightly outdoor adventures.
Recipe 2: Coconut Oil Mosquito Barrier
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 20 drops of any essential oil
- Any container
How to prepare: Melt the coconut oil, and incorporate the essential oil drops into it. Empty the mixture into a container and wait for it to cool and solidify. Use it as a lotion on your hands, arms, and legs before heading outdoors. This recipe not only keeps mosquitoes at bay but also moisturizes your skin thanks to the coconut oil.
Recipe 3: Vinegar Base Mosquito Repellent
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 50 drops of any essential oil
- Spray bottle
How to prepare: Mix the vinegar and your chosen essential oils together. Fill a spray bottle with the mixture and apply it to your skin before going outside. The vinegar's smell might be strong, but the essential oils will mask it, ensuring you don't have a lingering vinegar aroma.
Use Your Homemade Mosquito Repellent and Green Lawn Fertilizing‘s Help for a Mosquito-Free Summer.
At Green Lawn Fertilizing, we know mosquitoes aren’t just nuisance insects—they are a health hazard to your family. That’s why we developed our own outdoor Mosquito Control Program. Call us today at 855-469-0692 to learn how we plan to keep mosquitoes out of your lawn.