3 DIY NATURAL Tick Sprays That Beat DEET (Science Backed)

Are you still using DEET on your kids? There's a better way — and the science backs it up.In this video, I'm sharing 3 DIY natural tick repellents made from ingredients you can buy online, all backed by peer-reviewed research. These aren't Pinterest recipes — they're formulas based on real studies including a 2024 study showing 100% tick repellency in 15 minutes, and a CDC-approved active ingredient. Shopping List - RECIPE #1 — COCONUT OIL SPRAY Majestic Pure Fractionated Coconut Oil - https://amzn.to/4ckuGaM NaturoBliss Cedarwood Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4tVYAbc Rose Geranium Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4mNzngL LUCKY SUPER SOFT Witch Hazel Solution- https://amzn.to/4vE30Fe RECIPE #2 — GERANIUM-THYME BLEND Rose Geranium Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4mNzngL Handcraft Blends Thyme Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4vBd0iu Plant Therapy Cedarwood Virginian Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4tZzIPZ Cliganic Organic Lavender Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/48CXHfq LUCKY SUPER SOFT Witch Hazel Solution - https://amzn.to/4vE30Fe RECIPE #3 — CLOVE & OLE DEFENSE SPRAY Plant Therapy Organic Clove Bud Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/41JSxul Murphy's Naturals Mosquito & Tick Bug Repellent Spray, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus for Skin - https://amzn.to/4vBemd4 Cliganic Organic Peppermint Essential Oil - https://amzn.to/4cRhWbD NOW Foods Solutions, Vegetable Glycerin, 100% Pure (makes the oil stick to your skin) - https://amzn.to/4tWqmV2 LUCKY SUPER SOFT Witch Hazel Solution - https://amzn.to/4vE30Fe **ALWAYS use distilled water — not tap water, distilled, or the oils break down*** Once you have the ingredients, you can make LOTS of bottles of your favorite spray. Great to hand out to family and friends. These oils go a long way and the recipe doesn't call for much! Wedama Spray Bottle, 2 oz Fine Mist Glass Spray Bottles - https://amzn.to/4cy0A26 As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thanks! ⚠️ SAFETY REMINDER: Always dilute essential oils properly. Do NOT use clove or OLE on children under 3. Never use on cats. Do a patch test first. Avoid eyes and mucous membranes. .✅ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • Why coconut oil repels ticks better than DEET in lab tests • The critical difference between Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE) and lemon eucalyptus essential oil — they are NOT the same • 3 different recipes ranked by strength — from everyday use to high-risk tick areas ⚠️ Video Disclaimer Disclaimer: This video contains stock footage licensed through Artlist.io. All video clips, music, and sound effects are used under a valid Artlist.io license. Music and audio tracks are the property of their respective artists and are used in accordance with Artlist.io's licensing terms. No copyright infringement is intended. The information presented in this video is based on publicly available research, peer-reviewed studies, and cited sources. This video is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the creator and do not represent any government agency or organization. PUBMED LINKS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30232355/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28645519/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11073969/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10756381/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8617816/