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  1. 07-23-2008, 09:21 AM #1
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    Default Catnip Oil and Mosquitos

    Research shows catnip essential oil may be 10x more effective against mosquitoes than DEET (a harsh chemical found in many repellents), so use the herb as a safe bug-fighter. Buy a spray whose label lists catnip oil, or nepetalactone-or make your own by shaking 6 drops of oil in 3 ounces of water.

    Source: Body and Soul Magazine
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  2. 07-23-2008, 09:30 AM #2
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    Dryer sheets work too. Pop one in your pocket and the mosquitos seem to stay away!
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  3. 07-23-2008, 09:54 AM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by frugalandsimple View Post
    Research shows catnip essential oil may be 10x more effective against mosquitoes than DEET (a harsh chemical found in many repellents), so use the herb as a safe bug-fighter. Buy a spray whose label lists catnip oil, or nepetalactone-or make your own by shaking 6 drops of oil in 3 ounces of water.

    Source: Body and Soul Magazine
    So what do you use to keep the cats away. LOL
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  4. 07-23-2008, 03:23 PM #4
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    Where does one buy catnip oil?
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  5. 07-23-2008, 03:38 PM #5
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    Both great tips. Thanks ladies.
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  6. 07-23-2008, 04:31 PM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by Edna_E View Post
    Where does one buy catnip oil?
    Health food store
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  7. 07-23-2008, 07:04 PM #7
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    I am seriously a bug magnet. For some reason mosquitos and fleas will get me and leave everyone else alone. I am going to try this! Thanks for the tip.
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    Cheapskate 49 I was thinking this myself. Good information though, I will try and remember it.
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    Good Lord, if I put catnip oil on my body my cats would be ripping me apart. They are junkies. lol
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    Thanks for the tip. I have a catnip plant. Maybe if I just rub a few leaves on ...
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