Description
A simple guide to making your own mosquito repellent candles that effectively keep bugs away using natural ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup soy wax flakes or beeswax
- Candle wicks (cotton or wooden)
- Heat-safe containers (mason jars, tins, recycled tea cups)
Instructions
- Melt the soy wax flakes or beeswax in a double boiler.
- Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Add essential oils (like citronella, eucalyptus, or lavender) to the melted wax to enhance mosquito-repelling properties.
- Secure the wick to the bottom of the heat-safe container using a bit of melted wax.
- Pour the melted wax into the container, leaving some space at the top.
- Allow the candles to cool and harden completely before use.
Notes
- Experiment with different essential oils for varying scents.
- Store candles in a cool, dry place to extend their shelf life.
- Always supervise burning candles to prevent any fire hazards.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: DIY, Home, Candles
- Method: Candle Making
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candle
- Calories: Varies based on wax used
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg