What Does Pine Sol Repel

Flies seem to HATE pine-sol. To make the fly repelling spray, mix the original Pine-Sol with water, at a ratio of 50/50 and put it in a spray bottle. Use to wipe counters or spray on the porch and patio table and furniture to drive the flies away.

What liquid keeps mosquitoes away?

Citronella Oil — Although it sounds like it might be related to citric acid, which is abundant in lemons, citronella is derived from grasses. According to the National Pesticide Information Center, citronella repels insects by masking scents, thus discouraging them from homing in on your succulent flesh.

What smell keeps the mosquitoes away?

Many natural scents that are appealing to humans actually repel mosquitoes, including lavender, peppermint, basil, and eucalyptus. Many of these scents can be worn as an essential oil on your skin to help keep these pesky pests from biting you.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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