Essential Oil – Ideas for cleaners

Scents. Citrus Cool Citrus BasilA refreshing blend of basil, lime, lemon and a little eucalyptus....

A delightful spring and summertime blend!

Basil: This sweet basil oil is reminiscent of the fresh leaves used in Italian cooking.

Lemon Oil: Lemon is one of the most popular citrus fruits in the world. Lemon oil is a great household cleaner and deodorizer.

Lime Oil: Also known as Key Lime. The West Indian Lime is from Mexico and is extracted by steam distillation of its dried peels. Lime oil has a very cool, crisp, uplifting scent. 

Eucalyptus Oil: Eucalyptus is a good cleaning oil and air freshener.

Scent: Fresh, sweet, spicy.Blends With: Citrus scents.Scent Intensity: Strong. This scent will linger.

What Page uses

Grain Alcohol: A totally natural disinfectant. Aromatherapy Naturals uses pure grain alcohol that is totally un-denatured in any way. Works by denaturing proteins and dissolving lipids, effectively destroying many types of bacterial and viral cells. 

Certified organic coconut, olive and jojoba oils, organic aloe vera and rosemary extract.  Pure Essential Oils. Essential oils are what gives the natural products an even greater

antibacterial boost

Citric Acid: Natural cleaning agent

2 natural water softening agents (The only satisfactory method of getting rid ofironis to add washing-soda to the water, then allowing the water to settle for five or six days before using it. The top water is afterward drawn off.

Sodium carbonate is even used to make Ramen noodle flavoring. The term washing soda has been applied to sodium carbonate due to its myriad purposes as a household cleaning agent.

Water may be softened by any of the following methods:

1. For each gallon of water, use 2 tablespoons of a solution made by dissolving 1 pound of washing-soda (sodium carbonate) in 1 quart of boiling water. The solution should be bottled and kept on hand, as it is a useful cleansing agent, or detergent.

2. For each gallon of water use 1/4 tablespoon of lye dissolved in 1cupof water.

3. For each gallon of water use 1 tablespoon of borax dissolved in 1 cup of water.

If water is very hard, increase the amount ofalkaliused.)

 

Read more:http://chestofbooks.com/food/household/A-Manual-Of-Home-Making/How-To-Soften-Water.html#ixzz242csnlFT

Natural disinfectant and deodorizer Solubilizer/Surfactant- ECOCERT Certified, preservative free and free of impurities. Highest

environmental credentials - sourced from coconut and corn. Used to incorporate essential oils into water and also used as a cleansing agent. 

Water

Another quote from the same source "Citric acid is the active ingredient in some bathroom and kitchen cleaning solutions. A solution with a 6% concentration of citric acid will remove hard water stains from glass without scrubbing. In industry it is used to dissolve rust from steel."

Tea Tree Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Pour in 1/2 cup of baking soda and 10 drops of tea tree oil into the toilet bowl. Get the toilet brush ready and add 1/4 cup of vinegar to the bowl. As it fizzes, scrub the toilet. {I just tried this and it cleans SO well I'm not buying chemical toilet bowl cleaners anymore!}

Purifying Toilet Bowl Cleanser

Utilize the cleaning benefits of essential oils AND enjoy a pure aromatherapy experience.

Ingredients18 ounces water 1/4 cup liquid castile soap 4 drops lavender essential oil 4 drops tea tree 4 drops lemon essential oil DirectionsCombine in a 22 oz. spray bottle.BenefitsEnergizing, Refreshing

Basic Spray Cleaner2 cups water1/2 teaspoon sodium borate1/4 teaspoon liquid soap36 drops essential oil

Which Oils? Cleansing & Purifying essential oils: lemon, tea tree, eucalyptus, spike lavender.

Gentle Scouring Cream1/2 cup baking sodaLiquid soap18 drops essential oil

Add essential oils to baking soda and blend. Next, incorporate the liquid soap, several drops at a time, until a creamy paste forms.

Which Oils? Oils that brighten: lemon, lemongrass, grapefruit.

Carpet Deodorizing Powder1 cup baking soda18 drops essential oil

Carpet Cleaner1 cup baking soda1 teaspoon liquid soap18 drops essential oil

Which Oils? Deodorizing essential oils: bergamot, coriander seed, lavandin.

Window Cleaner2 cups water3 tablespoons vinegar1/4 teaspoon liquid soap36 drops essential oil

Wooden Furniture Polishing Oil3 tablespoons vinegar1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil10 drops lemon essential oil

More to try...

Air Purifying & Deodorizing Room Spray

Utilize the cleansing and disinfecting benefits of essential oils AND enjoy a pure aromatherapy experience with this all natural air freshener.

Ingredients4 ounces water 16 drops lemon essential oil 6 drops red thyme essential oil or  white thyme essential oil2 drops patchouli essential oil DirectionsCombine water and oils in a 4-ounce spray bottle. Shake vigorously and mist stale room air.BenefitsEnergizing, Refreshing

HERB USAGE OIL PERFUMESThe simplest to make, oil perfumes last for a very long time. Look for a small dropper or roll-top bottle for easy application. To create oil perfumes, add a few drops of your favorite floral essential oil or

essential-oil blend to a small amount of Jojoba oil. The later doesn’t spoil, and has no scent of its own, making it a natural choice for perfumery. SUNNY DAYThis bright, cherry floral lifts spirits and promotes relaxation. 4 Drops Roman Chamomile Essential Oil4 Drops Jasmine Absolute4 Drops Bulgarian Lavender Essential Oil10 Drops White Grapefruit Essential OilCombine oils in 1 ounce of Jojoba Oil; let scents marry for two weeks. Package in small bottle and label.To Use: Apply a few drops to skin on pulse points. QUEEN OF THE FAERIESThis is a fabulous, exotic floral perfume with a hint of spice. It provides a very long-lasting scent.8 Drops Patchouli Essential Oil6 Drops Jasmine Absolute4 Drops Ylang-Ylang Essential OilCombine oils in 1oz of Jojoba Oil; lets scents marry for two weeks. Package in small bottle and label.To Use: Apply a few drops to skin on pulse points. SOLID PERFUMESWonderfully portable and long-lasting, solid perfumes usually comprise Beeswax Oil, and a fragrance. Gently heat together Beeswax and Jojoba Oil, then remove from heat. Add your Essential Oil(s) and pour into containers to cool. Get creative and look around for fun small containers; Antique Pillboxes, Recycled Lipstick Tubes, Small Mint Tins, (etc.) to hold your solid blends. CITRUS GROVENeroli (Orange Blossom Flowers) and Sweet Orange Essential Oils combine to make a bright citrus aroma. Ylang-Ylang and Jasmine add more floral notes, while vetiver anchors the blend.15 Drops Neroli Absolute 8 Drops Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil 7 Drops Vetiver Essential Oil7 Drops Jasmine Essential Oil10 Drops Sweet Orange Essential OilCombine scents in 4 ounces of Jojoba Oil, and let blend together for two weeks. Gently melt together the scented oil plus ½ oz Beeswax. Pour into small containers, cool, and label. To Use: Place a small amount on temples or pulse points. You can also use a very small amount in your hair to add shine and scent. Just rub a small quantity onto your fingertips, then run your fingers

through your hair. SPRAY PERFUMESTo create body perfumes, you need Everclear, Perfumer’s Alcohol or the highest-proof vodka you can find to combine with your Essential-Oil blends. You can also add Floral Hydrosols. They have a lighter, fresher scent and work great for body splashes or Eau De Toilettes (which contain a smaller percentage of fragrance). ARTEMIS PERFUMENot your typical sweet floral, this perfume provides an earthier, “Greener” scent thanks to Clary Sage Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang.1 oz Everclear, Perfumers Alcohol or Vodka6 Drops Clary Sage Essential Oil3 Drops Jasmine Essential Oil2 Drops Ylang-Ylang Essential OilCombine ingredients, shake well and label. Let blend sit for a few weeks and observe how the scent changes. Then use as a perfume or room spray. ROSE GARDEN – EAU DE TOILETTEThis light body splash makes the perfect scent for summertime. The classic combination of rose and orange blossom gets a spicy twist with the addition of basil and neroli essential oil. 4 oz Rosewater10 Drops Neroli Absolute 3 drops Basil Essential OilCombine all ingredients in a glass bottle; label. Shake before use. To Use: Spray or splash on as desired. Keep refrigerated for a refreshing cool body spray. EPSOM SALT BATHPeople have used Epsom Salts for years to sooth sore muscles, but they also relieve dry, flaky skin, thanks to the salt’s magnesium sulfate, which softens the skin and draws out toxins and impurities.½ to 1 Cup Epsom SaltAs you fill your tub, pour the Epsom Salts under the running water and stir well to dissolve. Soak for 15 to 20 minutes in warm (not hot) water. Pat skin dry and moisturize well with a rich cream or natural oil to lock in moisture. Yield: 4 to 8 ounces FENNEL & HONEY TONERThis old fashion folk remedy for wrinkles dates back to the pioneer days. Fennel seeds smooth out skin

while honey, a natural humectant, attracts and holds moisture to the skin. Of course, nothing prevents wrinkles better than sun protection.2 Tbls Witch Hazel1 Tbls Fennel Seeds1 ½ tsp Honey2 Tbls WaterCombine all of the ingredients, cover, and let sit for three days. Filter the mixture into a clean container and discard the seeds. To Use: Apply to your skin with clean cotton pads as you would any other facial toner.Yield: 2 ounces ANTI-WRINKLE NIGHT CREAMOf course, sooner or later, wrinkles will make an appearance. Help reduce the effects of aging and wrinkles with this night cream that contains rich natural oils to condition your skin as you sleep, helping to prevent lost moisture and keeping your skin soft and flexible.2 Tbls Coconut Oil1 Tbls Apricot Kernel Oil1 Tbls Cocoa Butter, Grated½ tsp Vitamin E OilMix together all ingredients in a clean, ovenproof container. Heat the mixture in the microwave or on the stove, gently stirring until the Cocoa Butter and Coconut Oil begin to melt. Remove from heat and stir well again. Let mixture cool completely. To Use: Massage a small amount into your face and neck in the evening before going to sleep.Yield: 3 ounces

SCOURING SCRUBThe French burned rosemary branches in hospitals for centuries to clean the air. Across Europe, people believed this practice helped ward off the plague. While preventing the “Black Death” might not be your concern, rosemary still does a wonderful job disinfecting surfaces. (And adding a few drops of the oil to a diffuser can help purify the air.)1 Cup Baking Soda2 Tbls Castile Soap10 Drops Rosemary Essential OilCombine the ingredients in a small bowl and stir until you have a smooth consistency. Apply to surface with a scrub brush, toothbrush, or abrasive sponge. WOOD POLISH

Pine makes the whole house smell like Yule time. It blends well with cedar and clove. Use the oil with caution though, as it can irritate the skin. I also use pine oil on my hardwood floors.1 Cup Mineral Oil25 Drops Pine Essential OilMix in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use.

WINDOW CLEANER

Rose geranium has a very unique scent that’s especially beneficial to women. You can balance your hormones and clean your windows at the same time! It also deters mosquitoes and gnats.1 Cup Vinegar1 Cup Distilled Water1 Cup Vodka20 Drops Rose Geranium Essential OilMix in a spray bottle and wipe away window grime with black and white newspaper.

ALL-PURPOSE FLOOR CLEANERWant to make the entire house smell clean? Just wash the floors. I like to mop mine on Friday, so the house feels fresh for the weekend. Experiment with a range of scents, including lavender and bergamot.1 Gallon Distilled Water, Heated on Stovetop½ Cup Castile Soap1 Cup Vinegar1 Tbls of Basil Essential Oil1 Tbls of Thyme Essential OilFill ingredients in a large bucket, stir, and use to mop linoleum tile, laminate, or other non-porous, nonwood surfaces.

CARPET-STAIN REMOVERA must for any home with pets or children! Test a small patch of hidden carpet for colorfastness first.1 Cup Castile Soap¼ Cup Glycerin1 ½ Cups Distilled Water20 Drops of Lemon Essential OilMix all ingredients well and blot on carpet stain. Allow to sit for 10-30 minutes depending on the stain. Then wipe away with a clean wet cloth.

CARPET FRESHENERIf you have pets like I do, carpet fresheners are essential. I use lemon for spring cleaning and peppermint in the winter.1 Cup Baking Soda20 Drops Lemon Essential OilMix ingredients together in a clean, recycled parmesan cheese shaker (well enough so that the tiny oil bubbles burst to saturate the baking soda) Sprinkle on carpet; after a few minutes vacuum thoroughly.

LEATHER CLEANER AND MOISTURIZER Leather can become brittle and crack over time with extended use. Rub this salve on your favorite chair or sofa every three months. Wipe off excess with a clean cloth. You can also use it on shoes, coats, and hats. ½ Cup Olive Oil1 oz Beeswax½ Cup Vodka20 Drops Cinnamon Essential OilMelt the oils and beeswax together over low heat. Stir in the vodka and store in a jar.

COUNTER SPRAYThis all purpose spray is fun to try with different scent combinations. I like lemon-rosemary for the kitchen, basil-lime in the bath, and lavender-orange for the bedrooms.1 Cup Water1 Cup Vinegar2 tsp Liquid Castile Soap20 Drops Essential Oil CombinationMix all ingredients in a clean spray bottle and shake well before each use.

TOILET-BOWL CLEANERTea-tree oil provides a powerful aroma, along with anti-fungal and antiseptic properties, to get that important seat in the house clean. You can also use this recipe in the tub and shower to kill mold and mildew, or to clean garbage cans, the litter box, or any other spot that attracts bacteria.1 Cup Baking Soda½ Cup Borax20 Drops Tea-Tree OilMix all ingredients together in a bowl or spray bottle LAUNDRY BOOSTERSI stopped using bleach a long time ago, but my whites certainly suffered for it. Then I discovered that vinegar and lemon juice work just as well. Pre-soak and hang in the sun for tough stains. ½ Cup Borax1 Cup Vinegar1 Cup Lemon Juice, Strained5-10 drops Essential Oil sprinkled on a knotted nylon and tossed into the dryer: rose (lingerie, women’s delicates), clove (men’s clothes, kitchen towels) or lavender (bedding)

DISH SOAPThis one’s for the old fashioned, two-handed dishwasher. (Essential oils are not recommended for mechanical dishwashers)¼ Cup Castile Soap5 Drops of Lemon OilBaking Soda (for scouring pots and pans)Mix together all ingredients; this should yield enough for an entire sink full of dishes. OVEN CLEANERStore-bought oven cleaners contain a wealth of noxious chemicals-and one has to wonder how safe these sprays are for something used to cook food. Luckily, this healthy alternative works just as well.2 Lemons1 Cup Baking Soda10 Drops Essential Orange OilCut lemons in half and rub cut-side down all across the oven base. Sprinkle with baking soda and top with drops of oil. Let sit over night and scrub the grime away in the morning. COFFEE-POT SCRUBI picked this trick up waiting tables. It works like a charm on mugs, too.½ Cup Salt1 Cup Ice1 Lemon Cut In HalfFor tough rings around the pot, sprinkle the glass with salt, fill with ice, then squeeze lemon slices to extract juice and toss the fruit inside. Circulate the contents rapidly. Rinse thoroughly when the stains lift. You may need to let the pot sit over night for tough stains.HOLIDAY GIFTS HOMEMADE BATH BLENDTreat yourself to a restorative soak, or assemble the ingredients for this natural blend to give to friends. Combine 2 cups Baking Soda, 1 cup Epsom Salts and 2 tablespoons Ground Ginger. Add to a tub of warm water and soak for 20 to 30 minutes. For gifts, put the ingredients in cellophane bags; tie with ribbon and add tags. BATH FIZZIES (Makes 1 Dozen – Use 2 per bath)Citric Acid, a common food additive is available at wine-making supply stores, some spice shops and

on-line. When Citric Acid is combined with Baking Soda and placed in water a chemical reaction creates bubbles.½ Cup Citric Acid1 Cup Baking Soda¼ Cup Cornstarch¼ Cup Organic Cane SugarAbout 6 Drops Food Coloring10 to 15 Drops Essential OilSpecial Equipment: 2 Ounce travel size spray bottle, plastic pipette, silicone ice cube tray, storage jars.1. Stir together Citric Acid, Baking Soda and Cornstarch in a glass measuring cup.2. Pass mixture through a fine sieve or a flour sifter into a mixing bowl. Stir in sugar.3. Fill spray bottle with water and add food coloring. Spritz mixture lightly (it should become damp but not fizzy) until you can pack mixture with hands.4. Using pipette ad oil, I drop at a time until strength of scent is to your liking. Using a metal spoon or your hands mix ingredients until color is even throughout (mixture will begin to dry out, when this happens spritz until packable again).5. Spoon into ice cube tray pressing firmly. Let dry at room temperature overnight. Pop out of tray gently. Transfer to jars.CLEANING MUST HAVESBAKING SODA: It’s not just for the back of the refrigerator. This inexpensive, mildly abrasive ingredient scrubs out caked on messes and doesn’t stain or bleach. Plus, it absorbs nasty odors. Mix it with water to clean silver; sprinkle it inside the toilet bowl, garbage can, or cat box; or shake some directly on the carpet before cleaning.WHITE VINEGAR: The perfect all purpose cleaner, vinegar will leave windows, chrome, and stainless appliances streak free. It also destroys orders in the sink drain, neutralizes urine stains, cleans grout, eliminates mildew, and removes coffee and tea stains when mixed with salt. (Never use white distilled vinegar on marble, however; the acid can damage the surface.)BORAX: This wonder-powder once graced every cleaning cabinet in America. Not only will clothes, dishes, and outdoor furniture, it keeps bugs at bay and removes rust when mixed with lemon juice(one cup of Borax combined with 2 cups hot water and a tablespoon of juice should do the trick).CASTILE SOAP: You can replace ANY liquid soap, dishwashing detergent, laundry detergent, hand soap, body

wash, even baby shampoo—with old fashioned castile soap. It’s an incredibly mild, yet effective cleanser.DISTILLED WATER: When making your plant based cleaners, avoid plain tap water, which contains many minerals which can leave spots.ESSENTIAL OILS: Fragrance aside, many essential oils offer cleaning power, as well: rosemary (disinfects), basil (deters flies), eucalyptus (kills germs), pine (great for wood), tea tree (anti-fungal), lemon, lime, orange (cuts grease).OLIVE OIL/MINERAL OIL: Have these on hand to tr

Hair tonic Use a small bowl to mix the essential   oils  required for the hair tonic. You will need 3 drops of lavender, thyme, cedarwood and rosemary essential oils.

2Add 1/8 cup of jojoba oil and 1/8 cup of grapeseed oil. These oils are the carrier   oils . Carrier oils deliver the essential oils' healing properties to the scalp without irritating it.Mix all the oils thoroughly. Their scents will start to permeate the air.

4Use an eyedropper to gather up a few drops of the hair tonic. Put it in your hair. You may want to do this over a sink so you do not drip on yourself.

5Massage the lavender oil mixture into your scalp for 3 to 5 minutes each night. Pay special attention to bald patches but apply to your entire scalp.

6Wash your hands well with soap and water after applying the oil.

7Wrap your head in a towel or spread a towel over your pillow to avoid getting the oil on your bedclothes.

8Keep the oil in a tightly closed container. Store it in a cool, dry place.

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Examine the results. Essential oils stimulate the senses and the hair follicles. Some people report a slower rate of hair   loss  from using lavender oil, while others report new hair growth as well.

Read more: How to Use Lavender to Treat Hair Loss | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_2119611_use-lavender-treat-hair-loss.html#ixzz242kpeoy4

Green Granite Cleaner: Home RecipeMarch 9, 2010 by Tania   Filed under Clean House, Home

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Natural Stone requires extra care because it is a honed surface that and you’ll want to maintain their honed polish. To do this you want to clean with a solution that contain aneutral pH.

Requiring a neutral pH eliminates some of the more common natural cleaning ingredients, lemon at a pH of 2.4, vinegar at 2.8, & baking soda at 9.0.I often use the PND All Purpose Cleaner on our granite counters and have yet to notice a problem, but it does contain vinegar – so not the best choice. A more delicate variety of granite may suffer over time.RECIPE

6 cups of Water1/3 cup + 1 tsp of Alcohol denatured or regular1 Tbs of Castille Soap – I use almond20 Drops of Essential Oil – I use citrus or almondIf you want a stronger anti fungal or antibacterial add:1/3 cup + 1 tsp Tea Tree OilThis recipe will fill two spray bottles ~ I make my cleaners in batches so I don’t have to make them as often.If you choose to add Tea Tree Oil be sure to add at least 4% as called for in the recipe, any less and you could promote bacterial resistance. Additionally omit the essential oil.  Tea tree oil has a strong eucalyptus scent that will overpower any other fragrance.I make ours without the tea tree, the alcohol kills enough germs for my comfort level.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tea_tree_oil

Dawn + Vinegar = Soap Scum KILLASo, you might remember this post from a while back. And if you do, you'll remember that I cannot stand soap scum. Like, it actually bothers me. I hate that we have this gorgeous bathroom, and all I can see is the soap scum that threatens to take over. And God help me if Lover and I are in the shower together (hey, we're in a water shortage) and I accidentally touch the walls. Ugh, gives me the heebie jeebies just thinking about it.

I've tried it all. Kaboom. 409. Every bottle that promises to get rid of the soap scum. And I'm left disappointed every. single. time. 

So when I saw this post on pinterest, I was a bit skeptical. Magic in a bottle? Yeah, okay. But I figure, what did I have to lose? So the next time I went to Walmart, I figure I could drop $3 on a bottle of Dawn and a spray bottle. We already had a huge bottle of white vinegar, thanks to Lover cleaning his stinky Vibrams (those weird 5 toe shoe things that make him look like he has swamp creature feet). 

My oldest daughter asked me if I bought the Dawn just because it had a penguin on it (I collect penguins). 

So it's pretty simple. Heat up some vinegar (I used a cup of vinegar and nuked it for 2 minutes). Then pour it in your spray bottle, add an equal amount of blue Dawn (the website comments were pretty specific about getting the blue kind), shake gently, and voila! 

Again, that's a one to one ratio of white vinegar to blue Dawn. I measured out a cup of each originally, but only used about half of my bottle. So next time I'll just do a half cup of each. The whole point is that the white vinegar is heated up, and while I haven't used it with it being room temperature and don't know if it'd work just as well, I'd rather just make it fresh

each time. Especially if it's going to give me super clean results. 

Here is what we're dealing with. Gross, right? You can't tell me you'd want to touch that in the shower either. EWWWWW. 

Do you know how hard it is to take a pic of soap scum? I finally figured out that I had to place the camera on the door and face it down with the flash on. 

Isn't that gross? I know I already said that, but man. Ewww. 

So the website said that you can spray it on and leave it overnight for tough stains. But have you ever tried to spray on a cleaner on a vertical surface? What's the first thing that happens? It all slides down. BUT, with the vinegar Dawn spray, it's a bit thicker, almost like a watery gel, and it stayed on the glass where I sprayed it. Yeah, a few places dripped, but it was staying. Holy crap. 

I let it sit for 2 hours, came back in with a sponge and some warm water, and wiped it off. And holy crap. 

Yes, that is an unedited (except for the watermark, obviously) photo of the same area. And that isn't soap scum at the bottom, it's the reflection of the shower floor (you can see the drain). Isn't that crazy? Lover came in to see it when he got home from work, and he said "Holy shit, it looks freaking new!". It totally shocked me when I walked in the bathroom this morning when Lover was taking a shower. Usually it looks like he's standing behind a frosted glass door where all you can see is his head. But this morning, it was completely clear. Like brand spanking new. 

So if your nemesis is soap scum, give it a shot. It'll cost ya under $5 even if you have to buy everything, which is cheaper than the other cleaners that aren't working. I will warn you that it stinks to high heaven and I'd recommend putting on the bathroom vent. But for results like these, it was worth it for me.

No, I'm not getting paid to post this. I wish I was! But ya know, Dawn making people, feel free to send a big ole check my way. 

All Natural Bug Spray Recipe10 drops citronella essential oil oil5 drops lavender essential oil5 drops lemongrass essential oil5 drops eucalyptus globulus essential oil1 oz. of witch hazel extract

Put essential oils in an empty spray bottle. Add your favorite carrier (as listed above). Shake well and spray on as needed.2. All Natural Bug Spray Recipe10 drops purification essential oil5 drops lemongrass essential oil5 drops peppermint essential oil5 drops melaleuca alternifolia essential oil1 oz. V-6 carrier oilPut essential oils in an empty spray bottle. Add the carrier oil. Shake well and spray on as needed.3.  All Natural  Bug Spray Recipe 5 drops thieves essential oil5 drops  lemon essential oil5  drops purification essential oil5 drops peppermint essential oil5 drops lavender essential oil1 oz. Distilled waterPut essential oils in an empty spray bottle. Add the carrier. Shake well and spray on as neededWhen summer comes, we not only need recipes for repelling insects, we also needs ways to keep the bugs out of our home. Here are a couple of different recipes that are good to help keep insects out of your home or office.#1: 10 drops Citronella essential oil and 3 drops Peppermint essential oil. #2: 5 drops Lavender essential oil and 5 drops Citronella essential oil.Using either recipe #1 or #2, put the drops on a cotton ball and place them in areas of your home where you know the insects are entering.With all the essential oils I mentioned above for making your own bug spray,Purification essential oil is my favorite. It is a MUST have essential oil on hand. Purification contains citronella, rosemary, lemongrass, melaleuca alternifolia, lavandin and myrtle. It is not only a great insect repellent, but it is also the essential oil of choice if you happen to get bit by an insect. It helps to cleanse and disinfect the area as well as neutralize the poison.