How to Naturally Eliminate Dust Mites and Bedbugs from Your Mattress

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  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 10 drops of peppermint essential oil (or eucalyptus/lavender)
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon liquid soap (like Castile soap) for extra sticking power

Instructions:

  1. Mix water and vinegar in a spray bottle.
  2. Add baking soda carefully (it may fizz).
  3. Add essential oil drops and soap (if using).
  4. Shake gently to combine.

How to Use: 🪳 Spray in corners, under furniture, near trash bins, baseboards, windowsills, and around door frames.
🍋 For fruit flies, spray near sinks and fruit bowls.
🛏 For bed bugs, spray around the mattress edges, cracks, and seams daily.

  • How It Works: Baking soda absorbs moisture, making it inhospitable for dust mites and bedbugs. It can also help neutralize odors from droppings.
  • How to Use It:
    1. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over the mattress and leave it for 2-3 hours.
    2. Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to thoroughly remove the baking soda and dead mites.
    3. Repeat every 1-2 weeks for best results.

2. Essential Oils:

Certain essential oils have natural insect-repellent properties that are effective against dust mites and bedbugs.

  • Recommended Oils: Tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, lavender oil, and peppermint oil.
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