- 2 cups warm water
- 1 half teaspoon castile soap
- 10 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 10 drops of peppermint essential oil
After mixing the various ingredients in a spray bottle, shake the mixture before spraying the solution on these flying insects’ favorite places such as kitchens, doors, window sills and trash cans. This natural insect repellent acts like a real protective shield against flies and mosquitoes. In case of a mosquito bite, you can apply a little castile soap to the itchy area and leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing it off.
More tips to keep flies and mosquitoes away from your home
In addition to using castile soap, other tips can be followed during the hot season to keep flies and mosquitoes away from the house. Instead of using aerosols or sprays with chemical compounds, it is possible to prepare effective and less harmful natural recipes.
- Garlic, perfect for repelling flies and mosquitoes
Garlic is particularly hated by insects. It is a real natural repellent against flies and mosquitoes. The strong smell of this spice is not appreciated by these flying insects. Then put the garlic cloves in a pot to cook. Then strain the solution before pouring it into cups on windowsills.
- Lavender essential oil, ideal for combating flies and mosquitoes
You can use lavender essential oil to eradicate flies and mosquitoes. Soak a sponge in a container with lavender essential oil before placing it in a box near the infested areas. Alternatively, another repellent spray can be prepared with warm water, a few drops of lavender essential oil and citronella essential oil. You can also use lavender in its natural form, as a plant it can be arranged in bags, in jars or in bouquets on the windowsill.
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- Sodium bicarbonate, a real insecticide against flies and mosquitoes
Sodium bicarbonate is an indispensable household ally. It is also very useful for repelling flies and mosquitoes from the house. Simply mix 50cl of water with a teaspoon of bicarbonate and 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a spray bottle. Shake the mixture and then spray the solution near doors and windows to repel flies and mosquitoes.
These mosquito and fly repellents are very useful in summer. However, before using them, it is better not to attract them with the right gestures. To do this, clean your apartment regularly, empty the garbage and all containers with standing water.
