Insect RepellantsThere are around a dozen healthy oils that can be used as insect repellants. That is good news for those of us who don’t want to apply chemicals. Catnip oil contains the compound, nepetalatone, which was found to be 10 times more effective than the popular repellent, DEET. Cajeput oil is a good addition to insect repellants. Citronella oil mixed with Virginia cedarwood oil, has been a popular remedy against mosquito attacks since before the appearance of DDT and other modern insecticides. Giclee Print A neem based insect repellant or a cream with at least 2% neem oil should be applied to the exposed skin and reapplied after heavy perspiration. Neem oil and purified fractions of neem can also be sprayed on areas of mosquitoes preventing larvae from maturing, causing the mosquito to lay fewer eggs or the eggs to fail to hatch. Giclee Print Oils in alphabetical order are: Photographic Print • In a hand-held spray bottle, mix 1/4-1/2 teaspoonful (1.25 to 2.5 ml) of essential oil of catnip (Nepeta cataria), 1 cup of isopropyl alcohol, and 1 cup of water. • Shake well and then spray lightly on clothing, arms, and legs, being careful to avoid eyes or open cuts. • Do not use on the skin of small children. (apply to their clothing instead) • Some persons may be sensitive to catnip oil. • Keep the contents of the spray away from children and pets. Photographic Print The information on Healthy-Healing-Oils.com is not offered for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of any disease or disorder nor have any statements herein been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). We strongly encourage you to discuss topics of concern with your health care provider.
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