Peppermint: The intense menthol scent of peppermint overwhelms the senses of most insects — especially flies, mosquitoes, and roaches. While we find it fresh and clean, bugs find it unbearable.
Toothpaste: Most commercial toothpaste already contains mint, which strengthens the repelling effect while helping the mixture hold its texture.
Baking soda and vinegar: This duo creates a natural reaction that helps spread the scent and leaves a fizzy residue pests don’t like to be near.
Together, they create what’s basically a bug’s worst nightmare — and it only takes a few minutes to make.
How to Make This Natural Repellent in Under 5 Minutes
You don’t need to be a chemist, and you won’t need to spend a penny on special equipment.
