Low-Tox Bug Spray

Directions

  1. 1Combine 1 tbsp water, 1 tbsp witch hazel, ½ tsp avocado oil (or fractionated coconut oil), 3–5 drops citronella essential oil, and a tiny drizzle of pure vanilla extract (to coat the bottom of a ¼ tsp) in a small (1 oz) bottle.
  2. 2Alternatively, for a larger bottle (~8 oz spray bottle), combine ½ cup water, ½ cup witch hazel, 2 tsp avocado or coconut oil, 15–20 drops citronella essential oil, and ½ tsp pure vanilla extract.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp witch hazel
  • 0.5 tsp avocado oil (or fractionated coconut oil)
  • 3 drops citronella essential oil
  • 0.25 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 0.5 cup witch hazel
  • 2 tsp avocado or coconut oil
  • 15 drops citronella essential oil
  • 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract

Equipment

small bottle (1 oz)larger bottle (~8 oz spray bottle)amber glass bottle (for storage)

Tips

  • Store in an amber glass bottle, if possible.
  • Keep in the fridge for freshness.
  • Shake well before each use.
  • Use within 4 weeks.