As you know, Are you sick of mosquito bites? If yes, you should make citronella oil insect repellent. Citronella oil is one of the safest and most natural insect repellents available on the market. Since mosquito bite comes with many health risks, it is always advised to use insect repellent with chemicals. Here’s the recipe to make homemade citronella oil mosquito repellent spray. Use this to protect yourself and your family from harmful diseases caused by mosquitoes. Can you make your own Citronella Oil recipe? You can choose to use citronella oil (there are over a hundred different types of citronella oil), or organic citronella essential oil in your homemade repellent. I would recommend essential oil since it has more concentrated and powerful properties. Best Mosquito Repellent Spray For Skin – A few days ago, I was walking through the neighborhood with my daughter when she first said to me “Mommy, you need to buy some DEET mosquito spray so I don’t get eaten alive!”. It made me laugh a little … and cringe a little because she is so vulnerable. After living in Florida for so long, I have become accustomed to mosquitoes … but my daughter does not share my DNA and has no tolerance for pesky insects.

How To Make Citronella Oil Insect Repellent

Introduction

The first step of making citronella oil insect repellant is to start with the right ingredients. You can buy these at most grocery stores or order them online if you don’t have them in your home already.

This is a great recipe for homemade citronella oil insect repellent that not only repels mosquitoes but ticks and biting flies as well.

Mosquitoes are among the most common and dangerous insects in the world, spreading diseases like malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, and Zika virus. Although we are accustomed to seeing mosquitoes during warm summer months in North America where they buzz around our ankles at dusk (and sometimes even indoors), they can be found year-round in tropical climates.

Mosquito repellents that contain DEET or other synthetic chemicals have been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use on humans and animals but there are concerns about their safety and effectiveness. Citronella oil is an effective natural insect repellent that has been used for centuries without any side effects reported by users.

How to Make Citronella Oil Insect Repellent

• Be sure to use a glass spray bottle with a fine mist setting.
• You will also need to use pure, therapeutic grade essential oils that are 100% safe for you and the environment. Make sure they are purchased from a reputable company, like doTERRA or Young Living.
• Shake well before applying as citronella oil tends to separate from water over time. This can be remedied by shaking the bottle immediately prior to use every time you use it (this helps prevent any clumping).

1 cup of organic witch hazel or vodka

• Use 1 cup of organic witch hazel or vodka. Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a powerful anti-inflammatory, astringent and healing herb that has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for acne, boils and skin infections. The oil from the bark can also be used as an insect repellent, but some people may find it irritating on their skin—especially those who are sensitive to fragrances or essential oils.

Vodka will work just fine too! Vodka is basically odorless, so it won’t interfere with the smell of the citronella oil you’re trying to create.

2 Tbsp of our organic lemongrass essential oil

2 Tbsp of our organic lemongrass essential oil is a good starting point for making citronella oil insect repellent. Lemongrass is a popular cooking ingredient and has many other uses, so if you are interested in trying this recipe but don’t have any lemongrass on hand, feel free to substitute with another type of citrus (lemon), peppermint or rosemary. Lemongrass essential oil might be hard to find in your local store, so if that’s the case then I would recommend using fresh lemongrass instead!

• To make citronella oil insect repellent: Add 2 tbsp of our organic lemongrass essential oil into a bottle full of any carrier oils (we used coconut). Fill up the rest of the bottle with water until it reaches about ¾ full. Shake well before each use.*

2 Tbsp of our organic citronella essential oil

2 Tbsp of our organic citronella essential oil

Citronella oil is distilled from the leaves and stems of the lemongrass plant. It’s known as a natural insect repellent, so you can use it in candles or sprays to keep away bugs!

Mix in a glass spray bottle, shake well before applying, reapply as needed.

• Mix citronella oil in a glass spray bottle (with a pump for easy application).
• Shake well before applying to skin or clothing. Reapply as needed.

If you’re using the citronella oil insect repellent on your skin, it’s best to apply it directly after showering or bathing so that your skin is moist and therefore more receptive to the oil’s aroma.

Make sure you’re using certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils when making your blends.

When making your blends, it’s important to use only essential oils that are certified pure therapeutic grade. This means that the plant material used to make the oil has been grown and processed under very strict conditions, allowing for a higher concentration of active ingredients in each bottle. There are many companies out there selling diluted or synthetic essential oils, so be sure to research your supplier before you buy.

In addition to being from a high-quality source, it’s also important that you stick with local farmers when sourcing your materials. Oftentimes local farmers will be able to give you advice about which plants work best in your area and how long they should be harvested for best results!

Conclusion

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