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Fend Off Fruit Flies

Persistent little fruit flies can be a huge pain, but getting rid of them doesn’t have to be! Fruit flies strongly dislike the smell of many essential oils. Peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass and lavender oils can all be used to deter these annoying creatures. Place several drops of one of these essential oils on a cotton ball and hide in any room where you’ve seen the bugs. You can also dip tea bags in the essential oils and hang them throughout your kitchen. It will keep the fruit flies away and make your kitchen smell great! Here are more tips on getting rid of fruit flies.

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Exercise Caution

Keep in mind that not all essential oils are safe for everyone to use. If you are pregnant or nursing or have a health condition, be cautious and check with your heath care provider before using essential oils.

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