Bites Blend
A small roller blend for insect bites with lavender, tea tree and chamomile.
Makes 4 ml · Dilution about 12% · Roller, Spot
You'll need
- 4 ml fractionated coconut oil
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops tea tree essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops frankincense essential oil
- 2 drops German chamomile essential oil
Equipment
- small roller bottle
Method
- Put the fractionated coconut oil in a small roller bottle.
- Add 2 drops of each essential oil.
- Shake gently to mix.
How to use
Dab a little on individual bites. It’s strong, so keep it to small spots.
What it isn't
Not a medicine, and not for large areas of skin.
Safety
- Patch-test on a small area of skin first, and stop if it irritates.
- Keep away from eyes. If it gets in, rinse with plenty of water.
- Not for babies or young children. Peppermint and eucalyptus especially should be kept away from under-6s.
- Keep away from cats and other pets. Several essential oils are toxic to them, even diffused.