Natural Insect Repellent: A Simple Kitchen Solution

August 15, 2025 by admin

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## 🧪 How to Make It:

1. In a bowl or large measuring cup, combine vinegar and water.
2. Add lemon juice and essential oils. Stir well.
3. Optional: Add fresh herbs for extra strength and fragrance.
4. Pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle.
5. Shake before each use.

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## 🌿 How to Use It:

* **Around the Home:** Spray along windowsills, door frames, under sinks, and near garbage bins to keep ants and flies at bay.
* **On the Skin:** Lightly mist arms, legs, and exposed skin (test a small patch first if you have sensitive skin).
* **Outdoors:** Spray around picnic areas, patio furniture, and garden beds to deter mosquitoes and other bugs.

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## 🚫 What It Repels:

* 🦟 **Mosquitoes**
* 🐜 **Ants**
* 🪰 **Flies**
* 🐞 **Beetles**
* 🕷️ **Spiders**

Natural repellents may need to be **reapplied more frequently** than commercial ones — especially outdoors — but the benefits of avoiding harsh chemicals make it well worth it.

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## 📝 Extra Tips:

* Store in the fridge for longer shelf life and a refreshing mist.
* If vinegar smell is too strong, reduce the amount and increase lemon juice or essential oils.
* Add a few citrus peels to the bottle for added potency and scent.

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## 🌎 Final Thoughts

Who knew your kitchen held the secret to a bug-free home? With this **natural insect repellent**, you can protect your space — and your skin — from annoying pests without resorting to toxins. It’s a **simple, affordable, and sustainable** solution that truly works.

Try it today and enjoy a fresher, safer way to keep bugs away — straight from your pantry.

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Need a version specifically for pets or gardens? Let me know — I can customize a recipe for you!