🦟 1. Mosquito Repellent Spray (Alcohol-Free)

A light mist to spray on skin and clothes.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml distilled water
• 25 ml witch hazel or hydrosol (lavender, lemon balm, or eucalyptus)
• 25 ml vegetable glycerin or aloe vera juice
• 10–15 drops essential oils blend: citronella, eucalyptus, lavender, tea tree, lemongrass, and geranium

Instructions:
Mix all ingredients in a glass spray bottle. Shake well before each use. Safe for adults and children over 3 (adjust essential oil concentration accordingly).

🧴 2. Mosquito Repellent Body Oil

Hydrating and protective — ideal for dry or sensitive skin.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml jojoba or fractionated coconut oil
• 10 drops citronella EO
• 5 drops lavender EO
• 5 drops lemongrass EO
• 5 drops geranium or eucalyptus EO

Instructions:
Combine in a dark glass bottle with dropper or pump. Apply to exposed areas of the body before going outside.

🕯 3. Anti-Mosquito Soy Candle

Perfect for outdoor dinners or garden evenings.

Ingredients:

• 100 g soy wax
• 10 drops citronella EO
• 5 drops eucalyptus EO
• 5 drops lavender EO
• 1 wick, small glass jar

Instructions:
Melt wax, add essential oils, pour into the jar with wick centered. Let set. Light outdoors to keep mosquitoes away naturally.

🌿 4. Mosquito Repellent Balm (Solid Stick)

Compact, travel-friendly, and moisturizing.

Ingredients:

• 20 g shea butter
• 15 g beeswax or candelilla wax (vegan)
• 15 g coconut oil
• 10–15 drops essential oils (citronella, tea tree, lavender, or patchouli)

Instructions:
Melt oils and wax in a bain-marie, add EOs, pour into a stick container or small tin. Allow to set before use.

🧼 5. Anti-Mosquito Soap Bar

Cleanse while leaving a lingering natural repellent scent.

Ingredients (melt & pour method):

• 100 g natural glycerin soap base
• 10 drops citronella EO
• 5 drops tea tree EO
• 5 drops peppermint EO
• Optional: dried calendula or neem powder

Instructions:
Melt soap base, mix in EOs and botanicals, pour into mold, let harden. Use daily during mosquito season.

✅ Tips for Safer Use:

• Always perform a patch test with essential oils
• Avoid using high EO concentrations on babies or during pregnancy
• Store products in cool, dark places to preserve their potency
• Use glass or metal containers to stay plastic-free 🌍

🦟 Top 10 Most Effective Mosquito-Repellent Essential Oils

1. Citronella

• 🌿 The most famous natural insect repellent
• Repels Aedes aegypti (dengue, Zika) and Anopheles (malaria) mosquitoes
• Works best in sprays, balms, and candles
• Strong lemony scent

2. Lemongrass

• High in citral and geraniol, both mosquito-repellent compounds
• Powerful and long-lasting
• Pairs well with lavender or geranium

3. Eucalyptus (especially Lemon Eucalyptus)

• Contains PMD (para-menthane-3,8-diol) – proven to be as effective as DEET
• Recommended by CDC and WHO
• Fresh, cooling aroma

4. Lavender

• Gentle on the skin and calming
• Repels mosquitoes while soothing bites
• Ideal for kids’ formulations

5. Tea Tree

• Strong antifungal and antibacterial properties
• Repels mosquitoes, midges, and sandflies
• Helps reduce itching from existing bites

6. Geranium (especially Rose Geranium)

• High in geraniol and citronellol
• Effective against ticks and mosquitoes
• Great in perfumes and facial-friendly blends

7. Peppermint

• Cooling and refreshing
• Repels mosquitoes and other insects like ants and spiders
• Can be too strong on sensitive skin – dilute well

8. Patchouli

• Earthy, grounding scent
• Long-lasting and repels a wide range of bugs
• Also acts as a fixative in blends

9. Cedarwood

• Effective against mosquitoes, moths, and flies
• Gentle woody scent
• Good base note for repellent blends

10. Basil (especially Holy Basil/Tulsi)

• Contains estragole and linalool, both insecticidal
• Traditional Ayurvedic mosquito repellent
• Best in sprays and diffusers

🌿 Bonus: Highly Effective Combinations

Blending essential oils boosts their repellent power and improves scent:

• Citronella + Geranium + Lavender
• Lemon Eucalyptus + Tea Tree + Peppermint
• Lemongrass + Patchouli + Cedarwood
• Rose Geranium + Lavender + Basil

⚠️ Safety Tips:

• Always dilute EOs in carrier oil or base before applying to skin
• Avoid using peppermint, basil, and eucalyptus on babies or sensitive areas
• Do a patch test before applying any new blend
• Use glass containers for EO blends to avoid degradation

Cheers,

La Mayca x