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Nature's Protection Against Ticks & MosquitoesNatural plant repellents can be powerful when used correctly. Not just what you put in your body but what you put on your body is important!TICK REPELLENT PLANTS:• Rosemary• Thyme• Cedar• Eucalyptus• Catnip• GarlicMOSQUITO REPELLENT PLANTS:• Citronella• Lemongrass• Lavender• Peppermint• Basil (especially Tulsi/Holy Basil)• MarigoldHOW TO USE THEM:You can crush fresh leaves and rub them lightly onto the skin, infuse them into oils, make sprays, or dilute essential oils into a carrier oil like coconut, jojoba, or olive oil before applying. Always allergy test first and avoid eyes/mucous membranes. To allergy test you want to dab the oil or plant sap on the inside of your arm right above the elbow bend towards your body not in the bend itself. Wait 24hr for any reaction to happen.A lot of people think you need to coat your entire body in repellent but you really don’t. Insects are attracted by body heat, blood flow, sweat, and scent trails. Applying repellents to pulse points and warm areas helps create a scent barrier where bugs naturally target you most.Best spots to apply:• Wrists• Ankles• Behind knees• Neck• Behind ears• Inner elbows• Temples/hairlineThose warmer high circulation areas help carry the scent outward across the body, which is why strategic placement can work without soaking yourself head to toe.Reapply every few hours, especially after sweating or swimming.