Need safe bug-repellent ideas!

[VaMountainMomma]

Sorry, not sure where to put this...

What kind of bug-repellent do you ladies use on your DC? I would like something natural and safe, either something I can make myself or buy.

TIA

[meme]

we have been using Cactus Juice Eco-Safe Bug Spray, its safe for kids i found it at my health food shop last summer and love it, I have also seen it for sell on-line

[EStraiton]

I made one this week of rose geranium essential oil, vodka, white vinegar and water... so far not one bug bite from camp and we are in tick & mosquito land.

That's what I had onhand... I also keep it in the fridge since I didnt have distilled water. I also used to use a few drops of citronella EO but ran out.

[laohaire]

I like Burts Bees, mainly lemongrass oil.

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/...ubCategory=yes

[VaMountainMomma]

Eileen, could you share the recipe, please?

[MamaBug]

I would love that recipe as well!

[CryPixie83]

We have just started using Badger's Anti-Bug Balm. We've been happy with it so far, but we're big Badger fans already

[ancoda]

I use one made of catnip that one of my friends made up for me. It is quite similar to the one you can find here
www.budget101.com/MYOBugJuice.htm

[EStraiton]

Hi, Ladies!

Well that WAS the recipe LMAO - honestly I dont have exact amounts but I would say I put in about 1/4 vodka, 1/4 vinegar, 20-30 drops of rose geranium essential oil and the rest water - shook it up and that was it! It actually smells good LOL - I thought it would smell bad. I must say that we haven't used it yet on a damp day... that will be the true test.. but one week without a bite is a big deal for us around here.

Good luck!

[**guest**]

EWG recommends Quantum Buzz Away and also Burt's Bees.