To make this homemade bug repellent, combine a cup of vegetable oil with a tablespoon of dish soap. This mixture acts as a shelf-stable concentrate that you can keep indefinitely.

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Homemade or DIY bug sprays are a popular alternative to synthetic bug repellents. You can use natural ingredients to make bug sprays for your home, yard, plants, and your skin, too.

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While the idea of using an insect repellent with more natural ingredients might sound appealing, Consumer Reports warns the risks might not be worth it.