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A light citronella body and room spray to keep mosquitoes away on summer evenings.
What you will need
- Citronella essential oil
- Fragrance emulsifier
- Distilled water (or boiled, cooled water)
- Spray bottle
Method
- Combine the citronella essential oil with the fragrance emulsifier and mix well until fully emulsified.
- Add the emulsified oil to the distilled water and mix through.
- Pour into a spray bottle.
- Spritz over yourself and the room before outdoor evening activities.
Find the bases, fragrances and bottles you need at The Soap Barn.
Tips & variations
Once you have made your citronella mosquito spray, here are a few ways to get a great result and make it your own.
- Shake well before each spray so the fragrance and base stay mixed.
- Test on the air rather than on fabric to avoid any marks.
- Use a clean, dry container so nothing dilutes or spoils the mix.
Make it your own: blend two fragrances, or adjust the strength to suit the size of the room.
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