# Homemade Mosquito Repellents This DIY Bug Repellent is All-Natural and Cost Effective By M | Published 2014-07-14 | Updated 2014-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-bug-repellent References: [everythingetsy](http://www.everythingetsy.com/2014/07/diy-essential-oil-mosquito-repellent/) & [everythingetsy](http://www.everythingetsy.com/) This DIY bug repellent is a great all-natural alternative to heavy [chemical-based bug sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-active-insect-repellent). Not only does this [homemade essential oil mosquito spray](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fumakilla-skin-vape) work wonders at keeping various bugs away, it also has an aromatic scent. All you need to make this healthy bug spray alternative is a glass spray bottle, water and doTERRA TerraShield essential oil. This essential oil is packed with a mix of citronella, lemongrass, lemon eucalyptus and 12 other essential oils blended into one fragrant mix. Together these oils create a scent that is off-putting to bugs but smells great to humans. All you need is a couple spritz of the diluted oil all over your body and you can enjoy a [bug-free weekend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqitter-mini) day and night while away at the cottage, beach or while you camp. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Bug Repellents:** The trend of homemade bug repellents offers an opportunity for businesses to create DIY kits or distribute natural ingredients for consumers to make their own bug sprays. - **All-natural Alternatives:** The trend towards using all-natural ingredients in bug repellents presents an opportunity for businesses to develop and market chemical-free alternatives. - **Essential Oil Mosquito Spray:** The trend of using essential oils as a mosquito repellent opens up opportunities for businesses to create innovative blends that are effective and provide a pleasant scent. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Personal Care Products:** The personal care products industry can explore incorporating natural ingredients and DIY options for bug repellents. - **Essential Oil Industry:** The essential oil industry can capitalize on the trend by creating and marketing specific essential oil blends for mosquito repellents. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from offering all-natural bug repellent options to help customers enjoy bug-free experiences while camping, hiking, or spending time outdoors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Essential Oil Insect Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mox.md) - [Plant-Powered Insect Repellants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzie.md) - [Peppermint-Based Insect Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozzi-magic-insect-repellent.md) - [Lemongrass-Scented Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repellent-spray.md) - [Scientific Insect-Repelling Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-bug-blend.md) - [Child-Centric Insect Repellent Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-repellent-spray.md) - [Mosquito Repellent Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosquito-repellent-candles.md) - [Non-GMO Natural Insect Repellents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-insect-repellents.md) - [Insect-Fighting Lotion Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotion-bar.md)