Essential Oils for Keeping Bugs Away! with Recipe
High quality essential oils have really improved my well-being and my horses and family too! But, this is not just for "horsey people". Hikers, campers, boaters, bikers, dog lovers, any outdoor enthusiasts can use essential oils! I’ve been using this recipe for many years due to chemicals and unwanted ingredients in other market products. AND it’s a lot cheaper than fly spray! (I went from paying $60 per month to about $10 per month for 5 horses!)
Basic Bug Recipe for outdoor activities:
30 drops Lemongrass essential oil
20 drops Bug Away essential oil blend (This is considered safer for horses, pets, and children since it is without eucalyptus)
12 ounces of Distilled water (I use a secret ingredient for glowing coats on my horses! Message me if you want to know!)
1 Tablespoon Carrier oil of choice
Add ingredients to spray bottle and shake gently. Spray as desired, test a small amount on skin and clothing. As always, check with your doctor (or veterinarian) if you are unsure about using essential oils.
You can diffuse Bug Away while sitting on your patio too! It is eco-friendly.
I apply the Bug Away Roll On to my wrists and neck to keep those pesky gnats away from my eyes, or on ankles to prevent ticks, mosquitoes, and chiggers. The Bug Away Roll On version is ready to go for travelling and fits neatly in a pocket or small purse. Guys won’t feel weird carrying it to a summer concert or horse show, it’s not too feminine and you’ll be a hero!
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If you want to learn more about studies on Lemongrass essential oil articles can be found here.
Baldacchino F, Tramut C, Salem A, Liénard E, Delétré E, Franc M, Martin T, Duvallet G & Jay-Robert P: The repellency of lemongrass oil against stable flies, tested using video tracking. Parasite, 2013, 20, 21.