Ants Several drops of Peppermint oil may be sprinkled strategically along counters and walls to deter ants. It is very important to test surface area to make sure the oil will not destroy the finish. Water may be used as a base to make up a spray for areas where ants like to gather. Add 4 oz. of water into a spritzer bottle and add 20 drops of Peppermint, Citronella or Spearmint oil to give repelling power. Cockroaches Add a few drops of Citronella to cotton and place in the back of cupboard. An additional drop of Peppermint or Lemongrass can be added for extra strength. Dust Mites Mix 5 drops of Eucalyptus oil to the rinse cycle of your washing machine. Decant into a spray bottle 8 oz. methylated spirits and 40 drops Eucalyptus oil. Add 6 oz. water and lightly spray under beds. Fleas Pennyroyal oil is specific against fleas. For a spray, place 20 drops into a spray bottle and add 4 oz. water. One to two extra drops of Cedarwood, Citronella, Lemongrass or Lavender may also be added. Lightly spray your animal (without saturating and avoiding eyes) and its bedding areas. Flies Place a handful of dried cloves in a bowl and sprinkle with a few drops of Clove and Lavender, Citronella or Peppermint oil. Recharge with additional oil from time to time. Mice Add a few drops of Peppermint, Eucalyptus or Spearmint to cotton and place in the ceiling and anywhere mice might enter the house. Moth/Silverfish Add a few drops of Cedarwood to cotton and place in wardrobes and drawers. An extra drop of Spearmint, Lavender, Citronella or Peppermint can be added for reinforcement. First Aid Insect Bites and Stings for blue bottles-mozzies-midgies-sandflies 10 drops Lavender oil into Aloe ointment or gel Dab directly onto bites or stings for soothing relief. Insect Repellant Spray for mozzies-midgies-sandflies In a Spritzer Bottle 4 oz.water 5 drops Penneyroyal oil 10 drops Citronella 10 drops Lavender 10 Drops Lemongrass Shake well before using and lightly spray onto exposed skin areas. ****Do not use during pregnancy.