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Summer has always been one of my favorite seasons. With an abundance of fresh produce at the farmer\u2019s market, veggies in the garden, and summer family activities<\/a>, it\u2019s nearly perfect\u2026 Except for the bugs, poison ivy, and occasional sunburn!<\/p>\n

Since we moved to the south years ago, I get to enjoy even more warm, summer weather. And with it comes even more mosquitoes.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Of course, homemade bug spray<\/a> helps ward off most of the mosquitoes, and homemade sunscreen<\/a> helps avoid the sunburn in the first place. Still, it seems that at some point, someone forgets one or the other and ends up with itchy, irritated skin.\u00a0<\/p>\n

I\u2019m also one of those lucky people who happen to be a mosquito magnet. Even just a few minutes outside taking out the trash is usually enough to leave me with a few bites. Plus, I love spending time on walks with my weighted vest or soaking up midday sunshine on the lawn chair.<\/p>\n

The solution?<\/p>\n

Homemade Anti-Itch Spray<\/h2>\n

This anti-itch spray contains a mixture of potent natural remedies that help eliminate the itch immediately. I\u2019ve tried it on mosquito bites, poison ivy, sunburn, chigger bites<\/a>, and even stinging nettle burns with good results.<\/p>\n

The secret ingredient is menthol crystals. I use these potent natural crystals in my pain relief lotion bars<\/a> and my soothing shower melts <\/a>for cold relief. Menthol is naturally cooling and soothing and is often used in salves, balms, mouthwashes, liniments, lozenges, and other remedies. <\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve ever sipped on peppermint tea and felt that cooling sensation on your tongue, that\u2019s thanks to the menthol naturally found in mint. While I use mint essential oil in this cooling spray recipe,<\/a> menthol crystals offer a more concentrated version. It really helps take the sting out of bug bites and irritated skin!<\/p>\n

Just be sure to use gloves or a utensil when adding the menthol crystals to the rest of the ingredients. If you get residue on your hands and then touch your eyes (or other sensitive areas), it will burn!<\/p>\n

Other Cooling Ingredients<\/h2>\n

I\u2019ve also included aloe vera gel for its well known skin soothing properties. Apple cider vinegar is another staple ingredient here and is a surprising natural way to relieve inflamed skin. Lavender essential oil adds a slightly floral scent and has plenty of data backing up its anti-itch properties.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Lastly, you can add some calendula hydrosol too if you have some on hand. Hydrosols are a great way to add some extra skin pampering and last much longer than an herbal tea.\u00a0\u00a0I make this in a 4-ounce spray bottle<\/a>, but you could easily double the recipe or cut it in half to fit your container size.<\/p>\n

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Cooling Anti-Itch Spray Recipe<\/h2>\n

This simple Anti-Itch Spray uses witch hazel, aloe vera gel, sea salt, menthol crystals, apple cider vinegar, and essential oils to stop the itch.<\/p>\n

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Prep Time<\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Active Time<\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Cooling Time<\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Total Time<\/span>25 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Yield: <\/span>4<\/span> ounces<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Author: <\/span>Katie Wells<\/span><\/p>\n

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