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Outdoor Patio Spray

A suburban backyard wooden porch, prominently featuring two wooden deck chairs.

This natural DIY outdoor spray combines the insect-repelling power of lemon, citronella, tea tree and eucalyptus oils and is a healthy alternative to chemical-based repellents.

Ingredients
4 oz. water
15 drops Lemon Oil
15 drops Citronella Oil
10 drops Tea Tree Oil
Directions

Combine in a spritzer bottle, shake and spray.

 

Caution: Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with care. Dilute essential oils as directed. Keep out of reach of children. Not for internal use. Avoid contact with eyes. Consult a healthcare practitioner before using if pregnant/nursing.

Natural essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with care. Dilute essential oils as directed, do not exceed dilutions recommended for this recipe. Pure essential oils can be irritating to skin.  Avoid direct contact with skin.  As a precaution, wear protective gloves while using this formulation. For adult use only. Keep out of reach of children. Not for internal use. Eucalyptus oil may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes. Consult healthcare practitioner before using if pregnant/nursing. Lemon oil reacts strongly to sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet light.

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