Alajane Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I just saw these instructions on the BCN cyclo ordering page and have a question about it:"Insect Repellent Spray: Just add your favorite blend of bug repellant EO’s such as Lemongrass, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Citronella, Cedarwood, Catnip, Tea Tree, Lavender, etc. No nasty chemical smell like you get in commercial insect repellents!"I've decided not to carry Citronella any more because it doesn't sell well for me, but I do happen to have eucalyptus and peppermint EOs on hand. I wondered how much of these oils I should use for this spray (just want to make it for when the grandchildren are at my house, not to sell).TIA for any help,Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heirloomoriginals Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I want to get OT Bug OFF Blend (essential oils), just haven't ordered it nor have I really had a need for it yet. If I know we will be camping, I will order it soon.Steph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soycrazy Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I used a blend of patchouli & lavender 40/42 and it works great to keep the buggies away. I got the blend off http://www.rainbowmeadow.com/infocenter/calc_eoblend/blendselect.php maybe try that with your blend and see what it says how much you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I've never made a spray, but for candles I mix an equal ratio of Citronella, Lavender & Lemongrass. Everyone thinks it smells great.Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerinarkansas Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I mixed some stuff for personal use the other day and so far so good. It even worked on chiggars when I picked blackberries this morning and that's a blessing.Distilled waterEo-Peppermint, clary sage, cedarwood and lavenderI had no set amounts of eo...just play with it. Daughter said it smells strong and just remember to shake container since the water and eo doesn't blend. I've used it on my 8 yo grandson and had no problems. It also smells great...you really smell the peppermint and cedarwood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Ginger -- you can use Polysorbate 80 or 20 to get the water & oil to blend. It's been a couple yrs since I did this, but I think the general suggested use is equal amounts of Polysorbate & fo. It's an emulsifier & works like a dream -- no more separated oils in your spray. I'm lazy, so I prefer to use cyclomethicone as a base for all my sprays. BTW, we're having a bigger problem this yr w/ those huge, biting flies. Is there a blend to keep those bad boys at bay?Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerinarkansas Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I don't know about the poly...never used it but when I say shake, I mean gentle shake. This year we've had some "things" biting...bigger than a knat but still not real big. They are everywhere...yard, ball park, everywhere and this stuff workd with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildangel112 Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I make up a blend of lavender, eucalyptus, lemongrass, citronella and a tiny bit of patch that seems to work well, but this year I tried using lemon eucalyptus, instead and it's amazing. No mosquitos, gnats, flies........ I can finally enjoy my patio . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerinarkansas Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 I've done some reading on lemon eucalyptus and it got great reviews in insect repellant recipes. Guess I'll have to try it. Do you mind sharing where you get your EO? Ginger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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