Bug-Off Skin Balm

By Janice Cox
Published on June 25, 2020
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Many flying pests, such as flies and mosquitoes, don’t like the scent of eucalyptus.

This healing body butter will also lightly scent your skin. Choose insect-repelling scents, such as lemongrass, eucalyptus, and mint, to add to this rich skin balm. You can make a large batch to divide into many small containers, which you can tuck inside pockets and garden totes so you won’t be bugged when spending time outdoors. Yield: 4 ounces.

• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup shea butter
• 1 tbsp grated beeswax
• 2 drops lemongrass essential oil
• 2 drops peppermint essential oil

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