They exist homemade repellent recipes which truly surprise due to their natural and effective action. In other words, it is possible to use alternatives to chemical insecticides that increase the risk of poisoning, especially in animals and children.
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As for ingredients, foods and basic necessities form potent mixtures. Therefore, toilet paper and coffee certainly offer an excellent combination and deliver surprising results thanks to the savings.
This is the step by step guide to making natural repellent
You will need:
- Instant coffee;
- Toothpaste;
- Toilet paper;
- Essential oil (optional).
Method of preparation:
- 1st step: First, take a small bowl, mix a tablespoon of instant coffee and a little toothpaste until you get a dough.
- 2nd step: That said, separate 5 sheets of toilet paper, fold them in half and twist each one.
- 3rd step: Thirdly, dip the twisted pieces of toilet paper into the coffee and toothpaste mixture. Make sure the mixture is well incorporated into the paper.
- 4th step: then place the twisted paper in a small cup, forming a spiral. So, leave one end inside the glass and the other outside.
- 5th step: Lastly, if desired, add a few drops of essential oil of your choice to the wooden stick and place it in the center of the twisted paper.
Why are toilet paper and coffee effective at repelling insects?
Initially, the paper serves as a diffuser for the essence of caffeine, which bothers the sensitive sense of smell of mosquitoes, mosquitoes, cockroaches and other insects. Therefore, it absorbs and spreads the smell throughout the environment, which despite being pleasant to humans, scares away venomous beings.
Finally, it is worth mentioning that adding about 5 drops of refreshing essential oil helps to perfume the house. For example, eucalyptus, lavender, mint, citronella and lemongrass oils promote a refreshing and pleasant atmosphere by combating bad smells in the kitchen and bathroom.
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