Also meant to ask- did anyone else notice the major return of mosquitos this morning? If so, any natural repellents you recommend for kids? I hate spraying that harsh stuff on my one year old. Thanks!
Jay G. replied:
Homemade Insect Repellent Recipes Homemade Insect Repellent Recipe: 10-25 drops essential oil. Try lavender, rose geranium (for ticks), coriander seeds, peppermint, cajeput and citronella 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel (optional) Combine the ingredients in a glass jar; stir to blend. Dab a few drops on your skin or clothing. Homemade Insect Repellent Recipe 2 25 drops essential oil (see above) 1/4 cup water or organic apple cider vinegar Read more: How to Avoid Ticks and Mosquitoes - Avoiding Mosquitoes and Ticks - The Daily Green Follow us:@the_daily_green on Twitter | thedailygreen on Facebook Visit us at TheDailyGreen.com here are some more tips: http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/latest/avoid-ticks-mosquitoes-0711#slide-5