I made some homemade insect repellent last week and we tried it out on Saturday night. I am pretty sure that it worked. The fact that I know exactly what is in the mixture makes me feel better about using it on my kids. It will probably have to be reapplied if we are outside for a long time, but that is a small price to pay to have a safe bug spray.
Homemade Insect Repellent
2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Tbsp. Water
1 1/2 tsp. Citronella Essential Oil
5 drops Tea Tree Oil
5 drops Lavender Essential Oil
Add all ingredients to a small spray bottle. Shake well. Spray on exposed skin to repel biting and stinging insects.
You may wish to apply to a small area of skin first to be sure you do not have a reaction. My family has sensitive skin and did not have any problems with this mixture, but you never know. I sure wouldn’t want you coming back here saying you broke out with an allergic reaction to this formula. 
