🌞 Brace yourselves, the UK is facing its fourth heatwave of the summer with temperatures soaring past 30°C! While we’re all trying to keep cool and hydrated, there’s nothing worse than those pesky insects invading our homes.
🦟 This weekend, fight back against houseflies and other unwanted visitors with a simple trick: peppermint oil! 🪟 Experts and homeowners alike swear by this natural remedy. Flies absolutely loathe the smell, making it a fantastic and natural deterrent.
A viral TikTok hack suggests combining peppermint oil with vinegar in a DIY spray. Here’s how to make your own:
1️⃣ Add 10-20 drops of peppermint oil to a spray bottle.
2️⃣ Pour in 50-100ml of distilled water.
3️⃣ Mix in 50-100ml of white vinegar.
4️⃣ Seal and shake well.
✨ Spray around windows, doors, and even in your garden to keep flies at bay. And if you’re feeling adventurous, apple cider vinegar, lemon with cloves, and even boiling water work wonders too!
Stay cool, keep the flies out, and enjoy the sunshine! ☀️💧🐞