Meesh

Almost as if to answer my inner struggle, I received the following recipe in an
email from a shop I visit frequently to get oils and incense. I thought I'd pass
it on as I know there was some discussion on this topic recently and since it's
that time of year again. I'm going to try it (probably using the guidelines for
children for the dogs; but I'm going to stop by the shop hopefully this weekend,
so they may be able to give me more definitive directions for pets).
Michelle, Rufus & Hamlet

Bug Off!

Ahhh, summertime! If you live anywhere near the river or the woods in
Philadelphia, then you are very familiar with our active mosquito population.
Admittedly this year is not as bad as most, but when the biters come buzzing, I
reach for this blend.

Start by mixing your essential oils in a small bottle to create a concentrate
that you can add to a base (carrier) of your choice.

Essential Oil Ingredients

15 drops Atlas Cedar

15 drops Palma Rosa

15 drops Citronella

!5 drops Rose Geranium

15 drops Lemongrass

10 drops Rosemary

5 drops Thyme

Mix all essential oils in a small bottle and shake well. This is your
concentrate. You'll want to dilute this mix before applying to the skin. When
diluting, use 10 drops per ounce of carrier for children, 20 drops per ounce of
carrier for adults.

Carrier Choices:

- Olive Oil (or other skin friendly oil): this is a great choice but it can
feel sticky in the humidity

- Aloe Gel

- Cream

- Water: if you go this route, shake before applying every time. The essential
oils will separate from the water and need to be shaken back in. High
evaporation level.

- Alcohol (Rubbing or Vodka): evaporates quickly taking the essential oils with
it!

sparkysmom

Thank you so much for this recipe. I have been looking for something like this. I absolutely refuse to put poison on my family and dogs to prevent fleas, ticks, or mosquitoes. I know that it is not good to put commercial insect repellents into our bodies, since they are highly carcinogenic. I will definitely try your recipe and hopefully it works.

Thanks,
Kathy
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