An easy recipe for natural homemade mosquito repellent!

With the weekend approaching and summer maybe approaching....I thought I'd share this little tidbit for those of you out in the woods. If youre camping, hiking, or just hanging out in your backyard, mosquitos and other fun bugs find a way to bite you.

I havent used the "normal" bug sprays for years because of the DEET in them and the dangers that go along with it. Find out more about the potential dangers of DEET click here. If youre into making your own stuff whether it be soaps, cleaners, lotions, etc...you should totally try out this bug spray recipe I found on OffbeatMama.com. 

What you Need:

• Essential oils (citronella and lemongrass are musts, you can also use lavender, tea tree oil, or geranium oil for tick protection)
• One 14oz bottle of witch hazel
• One or two spray bottles (make sure you label them!)
• One jar for mixing
• One funnel

1. Pour the witch hazel into the glass jar then add your essential oils. They used about 15 drops of both citronella and lemongrass, and about 10-12 drops of lavender. 

2. Put the lid on the jar and shake vigorously until it is mixed. 

It should be pretty cloudy. 

3. Pour into your spray bottles using a funnel. 

4. Make a label (or write in Sharpie). They used an old Scrapbook sticker to make it "cuter". 

You can spray this on the exposed parts of your body: arms, legs, neck, ankles, feet, etc...and then rub it in. 

If you try it, please report back, we'd love to hear it!

Enjoy!

Car Washing: Is it better to DIY, or go to a pro?

Which is greener, a commercial car wash or DIY? The answer: Go with the pros.

Commercial car washes require an average of about 45 gallons of water per car, whereas home washers typically use between 80 and 140 gallons, according to the trade group International Carwash Association. That's a big difference! Federal law requires commercial car washes to drain their wastewater into sewers, where it normally receives some treatment, versus simply running across the land.

If you are going to clean your own vehicle, check out the waterless wash products available now from many manufacturers, such as Eco Touch. Many are nontoxic, biodegradable and petrochemical-free. Just spray on, wipe and buff gently with a clean towel, and voilà. Clean car.



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