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Clean the floor with these essential oils to keep ants and cockroaches away forever
The presence of insects is one of the most common problems in our homes, and among these ants and cockroaches are among the most frequent. Fortunately, it is possible to adopt natural remedies to ward off these unwanted guests forever.
Removing ants and cockroaches is not just a matter of aesthetics or convenience. Although small and harmless, these insects are considered disease transmitters and vectors of pathogenic germs. To make matters worse, they usually target our food.
Keeping your home clean and tidy is the first step to reducing the risk of finding it invaded by ants and cockroaches. However, sometimes it may not be enough.
Below we list some essential oils that have a repellent action on these unwanted guests, and which will help us keep them away.
Mint oil. It is one of the most effective repellent oils and, for cockroaches, it can even be toxic. Pour a few drops into the water you use to wash the floor. Alternatively, soak cotton balls in peppermint oil and place it at the insects’ entry points.
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