Got ants invading your space?
No worries, essential oils can help!
Learn which oils ants dislike and how to use them. Easy, natural solutions await you.
Ready to kick those ants out? Let’s go!
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil is a popular and effective choice for repelling ants due to its strong, minty scent.
To use, mix a few drops with water in a spray bottle and spray the solution along ant trails, entry points, and in areas where you’ve seen ants.
Repeat this process daily or as needed to keep your home ant-free.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree essential oil has potent insect-repelling properties that work well against ants.
Dilute a few drops with water and spray it around windows, doors, and other potential entry points.
Another method is to soak cotton balls in the diluted solution and place them in areas where ants are common.
Refresh the cotton balls every few days for continuous protection.
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is effective for repelling ants, thanks to its strong, citrusy aroma.
Mix a few drops with water in a spray bottle and spray the mixture on ant trails and entry points.
You can also soak cotton balls in the solution and place them in areas frequented by ants.
Repeat every few days to maintain its effectiveness.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus essential oil’s strong, camphoraceous scent is excellent for deterring ants.
Combine a few drops with water in a spray bottle, and apply the solution along baseboards, windowsills, and doorways.
Refresh this application every few days or as needed to discourage ants from entering your home.
Cinnamon Essential Oil
Cinnamon essential oil can repel ants and disrupt their scent trails, making it harder for them to navigate.
Mix a few drops with water in a spray bottle, then spray along ant trails and common entry points.
You can also add a few drops to cotton balls and place them in ant-prone areas.
Replace them every few days for ongoing protection.
Clove Essential Oil
Clove essential oil is another effective option for keeping ants at bay due to its strong aromatic properties.
Mix with water in a spray bottle, and apply the solution to areas where ants are seen, such as countertops and baseboards.
You can also soak cotton balls with the mixture and place them in cabinets and other ant-prone spots.
Refresh them regularly for continued effectiveness.
Peppermint and Tea Tree Oil Combination
Combining peppermint and tea tree essential oils can create a powerful ant-repelling solution.
Mix a few drops of each oil with water in a spray bottle and spray it along ant trails, entry points, and in problem areas.
Use this combination spray every few days for the best results in keeping your home ant-free.