Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Ewwww Ticks!

I hate the smell of off... yet I live in tick country so, I took some time to make some DYI "Bug Stuff." After doing some research I picked some options for a Essential Oil based Bug repellent (or discourager).   I noticed last year when I wore lemongrass the mosquitoes would occasionally bite me, unless anyone else was around, then they never went after me.


I took 5 drops of Geranium, 5 drops of Peppermint, 5 of Lavender, and 10 drops of Lemongrass and added it to 4 oz of coconut oil melted. I put it in this cute tub I have and it smells fantastic. I messed about with other flavors and blends but this is the one I liked the best. My Hubby liked Thyme added in but it didn't suit me.  The Geranium is supposed to discourage ticks, and the coconut oil is lovely for my skin. 
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  1. AnonymousMay 22, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    Sage oil keeps those buggers away too.. If you can get Sage leaves . bundle them up and dry them out then burn them in a fire pit or on a table.. they will keep those buggers away too.. Just so you know.. UGH.. i been trying to grow my own sage just for doing this but no luck on nice size leave.. Looney(rs)

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    1. S.T.S.May 31, 2015 at 6:31 PM

      Hi Looney! my insect deterrent is working great... though if I'm alone outside at dusk they do bite but only after landing 3 times... if I'm in a crowd they find others to eat... Sage smudges work but make me sneeze! You need a nice sage brush to roll into your yard...

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