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Home-made insect repellent candle?

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7/4/09 at 8:51am
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Does anyone have any tips for making my own insect repellent candle? I've been unable to find any eco-friendly ones in stores. I have lemon eucalyptus bug spray, so I'm wondering if simply adding that type of oil to some liquid wax would be the easiest route to take. Any suggestions?

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post #2 of 2
7/4/09 at 9:41am
Here is one from http://www.recipenet.org/health/recipes/beauty/natural_insect_repellant.htm

Natural Insect Repellant 

Yield: + 2 ounces

Ingredients

20 drops eucalyptus oil
20 drops cedarwood oil
10 drops tea tree oil
10 drops geranium oil
2 oz carrier oil such as jojoba

Directions

Mix together in a 4 oz container. Apply to skin as needed, avoiding eye area. Test on a small area of skin and try different oils for effectiveness. 

Sounds like your eucalyptus is a good start.
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