How can I make mosquito repellent?
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Hi Elaine,
Not sure where you want to repel mosquitos from...house, yard, or body. Here is a link for repelling them from skin:
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/homemade-mosquito-repellent/
Always test on a small area of skin to make sure there are no allergies.
Here are some ideas: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=Mosquito%20repellent
Here a rea a few recipes to try:
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/homemade-mosquito-repellent/
Hello here’s a link with some ideas. Also if you are looking for a personal repellent to apply or one for your yard more information could be useful to get you the appropriate answer you’re looking for.
https://gudgear.com/homemade-insect-repellent/
https://www.gopests.com/homemade-mosquito-repellent/
Mason Jar Ambiance/ Mosquito Repellent
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/mason-jar-ambiance-mosquito-repellent-44319305?expand_all_questions=1#!
Mason Jar Ambiance/ Mosquito Repellent
Here's some ideas for making diy imosquito repellant.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbjEFYViF-g
Here is a DIY mosquito repellent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ebdg1pxpOtQ
Try this: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/pest-repeller/homemade-bug-repellant-great-for-mosquitoes-44315286
Homemade Bug Repellant (Great for Mosquitoes!)
Use mint lemongrass, make a spray with water and some drops and spray your self
Use like 20 drops of each
There are some great natural recipes on Hometalk like this one: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/clean/a-healthy-non-toxic-dyi-mosquito-repellent-16853605
A Healthy, Non-Toxic DIY Mosquito Repellent
I have an all natural bug repellent, Greenerways Bug Repellent good for mosquitos, that is a combination of citronella, lemongrass, cedar oil in water in a fine mist bottle. Shake well before using.