Say Goodbye to Pests: This Simple Bathroom Trick Keeps Insects Out — Naturally
Here’s why:
Peppermint: The intense menthol scent of peppermint overwhelms the senses of most insects — especially flies, mosquitoes, and roaches. While we find it fresh and clean, bugs find it unbearable.
Toothpaste: Most commercial toothpaste already contains mint, which strengthens the repelling effect while helping the mixture hold its texture.
Baking soda and vinegar: This duo creates a natural reaction that helps spread the scent and leaves a fizzy residue pests don’t like to be near.
Together, they create what’s basically a bug’s worst nightmare — and it only takes a few minutes to make.
How to Make This Natural Repellent in Under 5 Minutes
You don’t need to be a chemist, and you won’t need to spend a penny on special equipment.
Here’s the quick and easy recipe:
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon of mint toothpaste
1 tablespoon of baking soda
1 tablespoon of white vinegar
120 ml (½ cup) of lukewarm water
5–10 drops of peppermint essential oil (optional but highly recommended)
Small, shallow containers like jar lids or saucers
Instructions:
Mix toothpaste and baking soda in a small bowl until it becomes a thick, smooth paste.
Slowly pour in the vinegar. It’ll fizz and foam — that’s completely normal (and satisfying to watch!).
Add the lukewarm water and stir well until everything is combined.
For added power, mix in 5 to 10 drops of peppermint essential oil. This boosts the aroma and ensures longer-lasting results.
Pour the mixture into your small containers, and place them where bugs love to hide: behind trash bins, under sinks, near windows, in corners, or along the baseboards.
What to Expect Within the First Hour
Most people report a noticeable difference almost immediately. Here’s what typically happens:
