Tired of pesky insects invading your home? Flies buzzing, mosquitoes biting, or cockroaches lurking where they shouldn’t? 🌿 Here’s a simple guide to natural repellents you can try today — plus a look at how well they actually work, and an extra effective trick to add to your arsenal!
1. 🧪 Homemade Mosquito Trap (Yeast + Sugar Method)
How it works:
- Mix 1 cup of water and 5 tablespoons of sugar in a small pot. Dissolve over low heat.
- Once cooled, add 1 tablespoon of yeast.
- Cut the top off a 2-liter bottle and invert it into the bottom to form a funnel.
- Pour in the sugar-yeast mixture, tape the two parts together, and wrap the bottle in dark paper or cloth.
- Place it where mosquitoes gather.
✅ Does it work?
Yes — moderately. The CO₂ released from yeast fermentation mimics human breath and attracts mosquitoes. It’s not a miracle, but it can catch quite a few if placed in the right spot.
2. 🌿 Bay Leaf & Clove Spray
How to make it:
- Simmer 1 cup of water with 15 bay leaves and 20 cloves for 10 minutes.
- Let it cool, strain it, and pour into a spray bottle.
- Spray in areas where cockroaches or flies are a problem.
✅ Is it effective?
This spray has a strong, pungent scent that most insects hate — especially roaches. It won’t kill them, but it may drive them away or make them think twice about nesting nearby.
3. 💧 Multi-Insect Repellent Spray (3 Ingredients)
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