Essential Oil Bug Bite Spray
The best essential oils for bug bites, plus our recipe for a DIY essential oil bug bite spray to soothe the inflammation and itch.
Yield: 4 ounces
Cost: $8
Equipment
- 4 ounce spray bottle
Materials
- 2 ½ tablespoons carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil or sweet almond oil
- 1 tablespoon rose water
- 6 drops tea tree essential oil
- 6 drops cypress essential oil
- 2 drops lemongrass essential oil
- 6 drops lavender essential oil
Instructions
- Pour carrier oil and rose water into a small spray bottle.
- Add essential oils, then replace the lid and give it a good shake.
- Spritz 1–2 times directly on bug bites, and gently massage into skin. Wash your hands when finished.
Notes
When combined, these essential oils work together to calm inflammation, ease the itch, and keep irritation at bay.
Store in the refrigerator for extra cooling action and use within 2 months.