Natural Remedy to Deter Pesky Critters
First Listed October 5, 2008
Using Essential Oils – Better for You & Your Environment
Certain times of year, do you ever see an ant or two crawling around your house?
I’ve got one word for you – Peppermint.
I’ve read in several of my aromatherapy books that Peppermint essential oil will deter ants and also mice.
Here’s what you do: get some Peppermint essential oil and put a couple drops, undiluted, near doors and windows. You can also put a couple drops on cotton balls and place them in corners and nooks around the house.
Always be careful not to place them where either your young children or pets can get to them.
You can also make a spray by adding 10 drops of Peppermint EO to 2 ounces of water in a spray bottle, shake well and mist near bottom of doorways and around the room.
Do you have a favorite natural remedy you use to get rid of pesky critters? Please share your expertise with us by clicking on the comments button below.
*Important Note: Before using any essential oils, check with your medical practitioner if you have any health concerns or conditions or if you are pregnant or nursing.
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