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Step 1
Consider why you are looking for a natural insect repellent. Is it because you have heard the warnings about DEET-based repellents and you don't want to take your chances or is it because you have not had the time to do your research to understand DEET-based repellents?
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Step 2
There are a number of options available to you. Many of them involve using plant essential oils such as citronella, eucalyptus, cedar, peppermint and others.
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Step 3
Understand that these essential oils are not made to repel mosquitoes or other insects; the oils confuse the mosquitoes by throwing them off of your natural scents.
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Step 4
Some scents will be more effective than others. One of the most effective natural insect repellents is citronella, in candles and in some newer skin products.
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Step 5
Don't like the smell of citronella? Both geranium oil and lemon eucalyptus oil have been shown to be effective at keeping mosquitoes at bay.









