Take a Hike Bug Spray

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add the essential oils (geranium, basil, lemon eucalyptus, and lavender) to the spray bottle.
  2. 2Add the essential oils (geranium, basil, lemon eucalyptus, and lavender) to the spray bottle.
  3. 3Add the essential oils (geranium, basil, lemon eucalyptus, and lavender) to the spray bottle.
  4. 4Pour grain alcohol into the spray bottle.
  5. 5Pour grain alcohol into the spray bottle.
  6. 6Pour grain alcohol into the spray bottle.
  7. 7Shake the mixture well to combine the essential oils and alcohol.
  8. 8Shake the mixture well to combine the essential oils and alcohol.
  9. 9Shake the mixture well to combine the essential oils and alcohol.
  10. 10Add water to the spray bottle.
  11. 11Add water to the spray bottle.
  12. 12Add water to the spray bottle.
  13. 13Shake again to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
  14. 14Shake again to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
  15. 15Shake again to ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
  16. 16Spray on to keep bugs away.
  17. 17Spray on to keep bugs away.
  18. 18Spray on to keep bugs away.

Ingredients

  • 15 drops geranium essential oil
  • 15 drops geranium essential oil
  • 15 drops geranium essential oil
  • 5 drops basil essential oil
  • 5 drops basil essential oil
  • 5 drops basil essential oil
  • 15 drops lemon eucalyptus essential oil
  • 15 drops lemon eucalyptus essential oil
  • 15 drops lemon eucalyptus essential oil
  • 15 drops lavender essential oil
  • 15 drops lavender essential oil
  • 15 drops lavender essential oil
  • 0.25 cup grain alcohol
  • 0.25 cup grain alcohol
  • 0.25 cup grain alcohol
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 0.75 cup water

Equipment

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Tips

  • Geranium is known to repel ticks.
  • Lavender, Lemon Eucalyptus, and Basil repel other bugs like mosquitos and gnats.
  • Using a high proof alcohol extends the shelf life by acting as a preservative.
  • Rubbing alcohol is not a good choice as it is harmful to breathe in.
  • Witch hazel is not a true preservative.
  • Always test patch skin first.
  • Spray on everywhere but especially your hat, ankles, backpack and shoes.
  • This recipe is not kid friendly and check with your doctor if pregnant or nursing.
  • For a kid-friendly version, consider 4 drops each of Lavender and Geranium in an 8-ounce recipe.
  • Essential oils are strong, so err on the side of caution especially with children.
  • Everclear is a good choice for grain alcohol.
  • Label the bottle after preparing the spray.
  • Enjoy!