Combining these natural ingredients will allow you to create a super effective natural remedy against flies and mosquitoes.
The summer season has already begun , bringing with it the annoying problem of flies and mosquitoes that can ruin our day and night . Many people turn to chemicals to repel these insects, but if you’re looking for a natural and effective alternative , we have the solution for you. In this article, we’ll show you how to prepare a natural remedy against flies and mosquitoes using common and easily accessible ingredients .
How to make a natural remedy against flies and mosquitoes
To create our powerful natural repellent you will need the following ingredients:
dried lavender;
dried lemon balm;
96% ethanol;
lemon;
waterfall;
lavender essential oil .
The first step is to take a jar and pour one tablespoon of dried lavender and one tablespoon of dried lemon balm into it. These aromatic herbs are known for their insect- repellent properties .
Then add 100 ml of 96% ethanol to the bottle. The ethanol acts as a solvent , extracting the herbs’ active ingredients and helping the repellent to be more effective. Let the bottle sit for a few moments, and in the meantime, slice a lemon and place it in the container along with the previously added ingredients .
Mix everything well and let the mixture sit for 4 days . During this time, remember to shake the jar occasionally to help the ingredients infuse . After the 4 days of sitting , reopen the jar and pour 400 ml of water into it.
At this point, strain the contents of the jar with a sieve and pour it into a pitcher . Make sure to remove all residue from the herbs and lemon . To intensify the repellent action , add a few drops of lavender essential oil and mix everything well.
Now you’re ready to pour the solution into a spray bottle . This will allow you to easily apply your natural repellent to all areas of your body potentially exposed to mosquito bites. You can also spray it in corners of your home where mosquitoes tend to nest .
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