BY RNC Team
Outdoor Spray
- 16 drops cedar wood essential oil
- 16 drops geranium essential oil
- 7 drops lemongrass essential oil
- 7 drops clove essential oil
- 7 drops peppermint essential oil
- 7 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- Cosmetic solubilizer suitable for essential oils
- Broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative, used at the manufacturer’s required percentage
- Purified or distilled water to a total volume of 100 mL
- Clean and thoroughly dry the bottle, measuring tools and utensils.
- Add the six essential oils into a small glass measuring cup.
- Add the cosmetic solubilizes and mix until the oils are fully incorporated. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended ratio.
- Add the broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative according to its manufacturer’s directions.
- Slowly add purified or distilled water, stirring continuously, until the finished mixture reaches 100 mL.
- Transfer to the spray bottle, label with the product name, preparation date and ingredients, and shake before each use.
How to Use
Patch-test first. Apply a small amount to exposed adult skin or the outside of clothing. To use near the face, spray into adult hands first and smooth onto the skin, avoiding eyes and mouth. Wash treated skin after returning indoors.
Important Safety Notes
For adult use unless professionally reviewed for a child’s age. Do not use on infants or young children. Avoid eyes, mouth, hands, broken skin and inhalation of the mist. Keep away from children and pets. Stop use if irritation occurs. Water-based products requite a suitable preservative for safe storage.
Important Insect-Protection Disclaimer
This recipe is provided for educational and personal-use purposes. It has not been tested or registered as a personal insect repellent, and Raising Nature’s Child does not claim that is presents bites or protects against mosquitoes, ticks, black flies, Lyme disease, West Nile virus or other insect-borne illnesses. Natural sprays may offer inconsistent or short-lived effects. For dependable protection, use a Health Canada-registered repellent according to its label, protective clothing and regular tick checks.
