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Friday, August 2, 2019

Keep Mosquitoes Away with this DIY Spray


Yes, I'm dating myself with this one! 
Paul Harvey had a segment years ago, where he shared this spray recipe.
Over the years I think people have forgotten about it. 
So here it a reminder with photos on how to make it.

Only 3 ingredients needed:
Big bottle of BLUE cheap Mouthwash
3 cups of Epsom Salts
3 stale 12 oz. cans of cheap beer


Mix all 3 ingredients together until salt is dissolved.


Bottle of mouthwash


Epsom salts


stale beer


FYI, start with a large pitcher.
I had to switch - it's a lot of liquid! LOL


Stir until salts are dissolved


Pour into a spray bottle.


Makes quite a lot.
Spray anywhere you sit or hangout outside, it won't harm plants or flowers.
I spray it on my window screen from the inside out
 (so I don't get my windows dirty ;)
I spray the deck and walkways throughout the gardens.


It does make a huge difference.
Recently had the Little's here and spent a lot of time outside playing.
Happy to report no one received a bite. 


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42 comments:

  1. Dee | GrammysGrid.comAugust 4, 2019 at 10:51 PM

    Thanks so much for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty 40!

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    1. debAugust 5, 2019 at 6:28 AM

      You're most welcome! Thanks so much for hosting♥

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  2. Christie HawkesAugust 5, 2019 at 4:40 AM

    I had never heard of this mix to keep mosquitoes away--and they love me! I get bitten a lot. So I could use it. Thanks for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty.

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  3. debAugust 5, 2019 at 6:32 AM

    They love me too! It's crazy how this keeps them away.

    I used to go out gardening with dryer sheets sticking out of very nook and cranny - to no avail!

    This is cheap and makes a lot!
    I spray the area I plan on gardening in, plants and all, what a relief!

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  4. LuludouAugust 5, 2019 at 9:03 AM

    Never heard of this mix either but worth a try. Thanks!
    Have a great week

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    1. debAugust 7, 2019 at 12:47 AM

      Thanks for the visit! Enjoy your week also♥

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  5. Lisa LombardoAugust 6, 2019 at 11:12 AM

    I have never tried this! I have had good luck with a diy peppermint spray that keeps mosquitoes off of me :)

    I would love to have you share your talent on Farm Fresh Tuesdays! Hope to see you there!

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    1. debAugust 7, 2019 at 1:02 AM

      Thanks so much for the invite! On my way ♥

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  6. Rebecca KnoxAugust 6, 2019 at 1:36 PM

    With all the flooding this year the mosquitoes have been terrible! Thanks for sharing this! Have a blessed week ahead! :)

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    1. debAugust 7, 2019 at 12:49 AM

      They have been awful here too! Wishing you a blessed week also ♥

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  7. UnknownAugust 9, 2019 at 9:00 AM

    Can't wait to try this. What size mouthwash bottle?

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  8. NormaAugust 12, 2019 at 6:59 AM

    Defintely making this!!!! Do you have anything for getting rid of CHIGGERS in the flower beds????

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  9. Dee | GrammysGrid.comAugust 19, 2019 at 12:24 AM

    Thanks so much for linking up your DIY mosquitos spray post at the #UnlimitedMonthlyLinkParty 3!

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    1. debMarch 4, 2020 at 9:28 AM

      You're welcome. Thank you for hosting ♥

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  10. Unique creations by AnitaAugust 29, 2019 at 5:26 PM

    Great post, thanks for sharing this is something we all need. Pinned

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    1. debMarch 4, 2020 at 9:30 AM

      Thank you. And thanks for pinning! HATE mosquitoes!

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  11. Tracy AlbieroMarch 4, 2020 at 9:21 AM

    No way!!! Does it really work. This is great. I live in New England and skeeter season is coming fast! So simple. #trafficjamweekend

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    1. debMarch 4, 2020 at 9:32 AM

      Yes, it works great here in CA. We have the West Nile Virus coming in, so keeping them at bay is top priority

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  12. paulie1June 28, 2021 at 5:33 PM

    Does it harm dogs, cats, animals? Cant wait to try this!!! Here in TX, they are big and everwhere!! THANK YOU!!!

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    1. debJune 29, 2021 at 8:24 AM

      No it does not I have dogs and a cat, so I wouldn't be using it if it did. :)

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  13. ShelbieJuly 6, 2021 at 4:20 PM

    Does the beer have to be stale? Lol

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    1. debJuly 7, 2021 at 9:37 AM

      LOL Easier to mix without all the carbonation ;)

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  14. Rodney G.July 28, 2021 at 3:29 PM

    I just made my spray and wanted to know if it sometimes make a blue goo or something like a pulp if that make sense. I noticed it while stirring. But I was still able to use my spray and spray around the porch.

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    1. debJuly 29, 2021 at 10:12 AM

      Maybe it was the Epsom Salts you saw prior to them dissolving. Did it seem to thin out after a thorough mixing? I'm glad you were able to use it.

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  15. AmberMarch 25, 2022 at 10:50 AM

    Can you use any kind of beer? I have stale pumpkin beer.

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  16. JoyMay 22, 2022 at 9:34 PM

    Hiya, does this application last more than a day or do you apply every day you're spending time outdoors?

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  17. debJune 9, 2022 at 8:52 AM

    I've gotten in the habit of spraying where I'm going to be or bring it along and spray where I am.

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  18. AnonymousJune 13, 2022 at 12:29 PM

    Crazy question, how do you get your beer stale? Never had any long enough to get stale…shake it or open and leave it?

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    1. debJune 13, 2022 at 12:32 PM

      Ditto! LOL You're not the first person to ask me that! Open and let sit overnight ♥

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  19. AnonymousJune 4, 2023 at 12:57 PM

    Does anyone know of this works for gnats by the beach as well?

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    1. debJune 5, 2023 at 8:23 AM

      Wish I lived by the beach!! Dream location. Don't have annoying gnats, so no experience. Wishing I had an answer for you. ♥

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  20. AnonymousJune 5, 2023 at 3:22 PM

    Was wondering if you could use a non alcohol beer or does it need to have the alcohol content?

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  21. AnonymousJune 6, 2023 at 10:12 AM

    Was wondering if you can use non alcohol beer?

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    1. debJune 6, 2023 at 10:18 AM

      Good question. I have never tried non-alcoholic beer, so not sure if it would work. If you do make with non-alcoholic beer, could you please let me know how it works? xx

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  22. AnonymousMay 31, 2024 at 6:12 PM

    I made this several years ago and it worked great..lasted quite awhile before I resprayed too…smells nice to.

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  23. AnonymousJuly 7, 2024 at 11:46 AM

    Have you ever tried with mouthwash only?

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