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Lemongrass for ticks: a chic homemade spray & stick that you mix in five minutes

It smells like summer, repels ticks, and you can make it in no time.

Photo: Katja Ferenga / Ai art

Lemongrass for ticks?! We don't need a lab to make our walk in the woods easier. All we need is lemongrass, a little alcohol and a spray bottle. The result is a summery scented spray that you spray on your clothes before a trip and refresh them when the smell has worn off. No magic, just good taste and a healthy dose of reality.

Lemongrass for ticks? Lemongrass (Cymbopogon) is the friend you invite for energy and for perfume. Its aromatic freshness is reminiscent of lemon with a grassy sharpness - cool enough to wear as a summer toilet spray, and "decisive" enough to put ticks off. In lifestyle translation: the fragrance alone makes half the mood, the other half is the routine - where, how much and how often to apply.

Recipe 1: “Forest Glam” clothing spray (stronger)

This is your “going-out top” against ticks – for clothes, not for the skin. Do it in 5 minutes.

You will need (for ~100 ml): Lemongrass tick spray

  • 90 ml 70–96 % alcohol (vodka or ethanol; great for textiles)
  • 5 ml essential oil lemongrass
  • 5 ml distilled water (you can omit if you are only using alcohol)
  • glass spray bottle (preferably amber)

Process:

      1. Pour alcohol into a bottle, add water and 5 ml of lemongrass oil.
      2. Close and shake well until the liquid becomes uniform.
      3. Before each Shake again before use (natural mixtures are like friendships – a little movement is good for them).

Usage: application instructions 

  • Spray on the outside of pants, socks, shirt edges and shoes from a distance of 20–30 cm so that the fabric is slightly damp.
  • Let it be. completely dry.
  • Refresh approximately every 60–90 minutes or when the aroma fades.
  • Bonus: gently spray the hem of your backpack, hat, and the hem of your pants at your ankles – ticks love invitations on the floor.

Recipe 2: “Sunny ankles” skin roll-on (more gentle)

On exposed areas of skin (e.g. ankles or wrists), choose oil roll-on, which is much gentler than alcohol spray.

You will need (for 10 ml): Lemongrass for ticks – contact

  • 10 ml carrier oil (fractionated coconut or jojoba)
  • 4–6 drops of lemongrass essential oil (≈ 2 % concentration)
  • empty 10 ml roll-on

Process & use:

      1. Pour the carrier oil into the roll-on, add drops of lemongrass, close, shake.
      2. Apply a thin line to your ankles, wrists and, if desired, along the edge of your ears.
      3. Repeat application on an hour or twowhen the scent stops flirting with the wind.
      4. Before first use, do patch test on a small area of skin (12–24 hours).

Mini ritual before a walk

      1. Clothes: spray pants, socks, shoes and hat with “Forest Glam” spray.
      2. Skin: if necessary, apply the “Sunny ankles” roll-on to your ankles and wrists.
      3. Styling: tuck your pantyhose into your socks. Even Bella Hadid doesn't like ticks.
      4. Refill: take a mini bottle with you and refresh when the aroma fades.

Security and reality (cool, but no illusions)

  • Clothes spray is for textile, not for face, hands or pets.
  • Essential oils are natural, but they can be irritating – especially to sensitive skin. Always patch test.
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use.
  • Cats and essential oils are not a dream team – do not spray on animals or their equipment.
  • Lemongrass smells divine, but don't expect 8-hour magic. For marathon It is also advisable to use standardized repellent and long sleeves during excursions.
  • After each trip: shower and checkup skin. This is the most chic habit of the summer.

Upgrade tricks for “fragrance longevity”

  • Use it amber glass and keeps the mixture in the shade – the aroma remains more stable.
  • Don't overdo the water in the spray: more alcohol means better dispersion and fewer stains.
  • In the summer, treat yourself to "layering": spray lemongrass on your clothes and your favorite perfume on your skin - first the repellent, then the perfume a few minutes later, so they don't clash.

Quick replies (to save scrolling)

  • How often do I refresh? When the smell fades – approximately in an hour to an hour and a half.
  • Can I use citronella instead of lemongrass? You can, but let's stick to the topic – lemongrass has a very clean, sunny scent that clothes love.
  • Does it leave stains? Test on a hidden area of the fabric; light-colored silks and wools should not be sprayed.

Conclusion: natural, useful, wearable

Lemongrass is that easy summer blazer: it makes an impression, it's easy to wear, and it's the answer when you need a little extra. Spray on clothes + roll-on on skin + a little healthy routine = a drama-free walk. Grab a bottle, mix, shake – and go. Or buy a pre-made spray, like all-natural Bubble Bite at this link.

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