๐ŸŒฟ DIY Citronella Mosquito Spray Recipe (Easy & Natural)

๐ŸŒฟ DIY Citronella Mosquito Spray Recipe (Easy & Natural)

Keep bugs away the natural way with this simple 3-ingredient recipe!

๐Ÿงช Ingredients:

  • ยฝ cup distilled water

  • ยฝ cup witch hazel (or vodka for better preservation)

  • 30โ€“40 drops Citronella Essential Oil

Optional: Add 10 drops of Lavender or Eucalyptus Oil for a pleasant scent and extra bug-fighting power.

๐Ÿ“ Instructions:

  1. Pour water and witch hazel into a clean spray bottle (8 oz works well).

  2. Add citronella oil and shake gently to mix.

  3. Shake before each use and spray on exposed skin or clothes before going outdoors.

โš ๏ธย Always patch test first, and avoid spraying near eyes or broken skin. Safe for most skin types, but not recommended for children under 3.

๐ŸŒผ Other Ways to Use Citronella Oil:

  • Add a few drops to an outdoor candle to help repel mosquitoes.

  • Mix with a carrier oil (like jojoba or almond oil) and dab on pulse points as a natural repellent.

  • Add 10 drops to a diffuser on your patio or near open windows.

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