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Making a lavender essential oil candle to keep mosquitoes away is a simple and effective way to naturally repel the pests. All you need is a few materials and about 1 hour to complete the project. You will need wax flakes, a double boiler, wick supplies, mold, lavender essential oil and any optional dyes or fragrances. First, melt your wax in the double boiler and blend in dyes or fragrances, if you wish. Next, add 12 drops of lavender oil per quart of wax while stirring over low heat. Finally, pour the mixture into molds and insert wick tabs as needed according to manufacturers’ instructions. Let them cool overnight before using them to repel mosquitoes around your patio or garden space. Estimated time for completion: 1 hour
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1. Try using an essential oil blend of eucalyptus, citronella, and cedarwood for a more powerful mosquito deterrent.
2. Add other essential oils like rosemary, peppermint, or tea tree oil to the lavender scent for an even more potent candle.
3. For a festive twist on the traditional candle, consider replacing lavender with lemongrass essential oil to create a cheerful and uplifting mood as well as keep away bugs.
4. To make your candles extra special add dried rose petals or chamomile flowers which will enhance the aroma while discouraging biting insects.
5. Instead of beeswax, switch up the wax base in your candles by experimenting with different types such as soy wax or coconut wax to create unique fragrant versions of the aroma-therapy inspired candles that are also gentle on the environment.
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Troubleshooting:
1. Troubleshooting Poor Scent Throw – If your candle has a weak smell of lavender essential oil, try increasing the amount of essential oil used in the recipe. Alternatively, you can use a different type of wax with a higher scent throw.
2. Troubleshooting Poor Burn Performance – If your candle does not burn evenly or spills out black smoke, the wick may be too large for the size of container being used. Try using a smaller wick size and make sure to keep it trimmed to … inch for optimal performance.
3. Troubleshooting Discoloration – Some essential oils can turn candles yellow/brown over time, especially if too much has been added during the mixing process. Try decreasing the amount of essential oil that is added to see if this helps reduce discoloration in finished candles.
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Materials:
– Candle Mold
– Soy Wax/Beeswax
– Candle Wick
– Lavender Essential Oil
– Double Boiler/Melt Pot
Instructions:
1. Measure the amount of wax needed for the candle into the top of the double boiler/melt pot and heat until it is melted.
2. Insert wick in center bottom of mold and secure with a wick sustainer. Attach the end of the wick to a pencil balanced across the top of the mold and make sure it is centered in the mold and taut.
3. Pour melted wax into the mold, making sure to leave enough room at the top for the essential oil. The wax should reach approximately …” full. Let cool 10-15 minutes so wax hardens enough to prevent oils from sinking to bottom of candle.
4. Add 10-15 drops lavender essential oil to candle, distributing evenly throughout surface (not pooling in one spot). Stir gently with a skewer or chopstick if desired but not necessary as essential oil will disperse naturally as wax continues to cool.
5. Once fully cooled, trim wick down to about ¼ inch above surface of candle before burning . Enjoy your mosquito repellent, lavender candle!
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Instead of making a lavender essential oil candle to keep mosquitoes away, you could use other natural alternatives such as mosquito repellent plants like marigolds, citronella, lemon balm, catnip, basil, and peppermint. Alternatively, you could also hang natural mosquito repellent coils or spray your outdoor area with an all-natural spray made with essential oils like lemongrass, peppermint, and eucalyptus. Additionally, you could make sure your outdoor area is free from standing water which is a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
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Making a homemade essential oil candle with lavender is an easy and effective way to repel mosquitoes outdoors. All you need is a base wax like soy or paraffin, essential oils, and a wick. Start by melting your wax in a double boiler and adding 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil for every one cup of melted wax. Once the wax has cooled enough to be poured into your container but remains fluid, dip one end of the wick in the wax and attach it to a nail on the center of your container. Now, slowly pour more melted wax around the wick until you have filled it to about ¼ inch from the top rim. Any leftover wax can be put aside for future use in other projects. Allow your candle to cool completely before trimming the wick and enjoying its fragrant outdoors mosquito repellent properties!
For helpful tips when creating an essential oil candle, check out this article: https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Candle-with-Essential-Oils. You can also find some great ideas on how to make creative containers for your homemade candle here: https://www.diyrecipesandcrafts.com/10-creative-candle-containers/#1507662266818&title=DIY_Candle_Containers
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