Q: A friend recommended making a peppermint oil spray for bugs. While I’m trying to stay away from the dangers associated with chemical pesticides, I’m questioning whether an essential oil will really ...

Peppermint oil repels but doesn’t kill stink bugs, and it’s less effective outdoors. Make a DIY solution at home by combining peppermint oil, water, and dish soap and spray it around windows, doors, ...

Fill half of any bottle with witch hazel then add a couple drops of each essential oil, geranium, eucalyptus, lemon grass, lavender, peppermint. Top the bottle off with distilled water. For After Bite ...

The hottest part of summer is finally behind us, which means that the weather is perfect for outdoor activities like camping! It also means you'll spend less time putting on sunblock and more time ...

Gather the ingredients for your homemade bug spray. Catnip contains nepetalactone, which attracts cats but repels bugs naturally. Using dried catnip, which you can find for a few dollars at any pet ...

A PLANT-GROWING devotee has revealed her secret DIY recipe to keep bugs away. Her combination of kitchen leftovers with the addition of oil and dish soap has proved to be remarkably effective she said ...

Avoid pests this summer with these handy tips. — -- Mosquitoes and other biting insects may be an unfortunate part of summer, but you don't have to suffer. We've got a few tips for avoiding those ...