Caution: Always use food-grade diatomaceous earth to avoid respiratory risks.

3. Garlic and Essential Oils as Repellents

The strong scents of garlic and certain essential oils, such as lavender, tea tree, and eucalyptus, disturb bedbugs and disrupt their ability to navigate.

Bedbug Spray Recipe:

• Mix 25 ml of lavender essential oil, 50 ml of tea tree oil, and 1 liter of water.
• Spray on linens, mattresses, and suspicious corners.

4. High-Temperature Washing

Wash your sheets, clothes, and curtains at a minimum of 60°C (140°F) to kill any eggs and larvae. If possible, dry them on a hot setting.

Good to know: Place any infested items in an airtight plastic bag and freeze them for 48 hours to kill the bedbugs through freezing.

5. Seal All Hiding Places

Bedbugs love to hide in cracks and gaps. Seal any holes in your walls, repair baseboards, and use bedbug-proof mattress covers.

Preventing Re-infestation

• Regularly vacuum sensitive areas, such as your mattress, sofa, and carpet.
• Inspect used furniture carefully before bringing it into your home.
• Check your luggage after staying in a hotel or traveling by train/bus.
• Use bedbug-proof covers for your mattresses and pillows.

By using these natural methods, you can eliminate bedbugs for good and restore a healthy home—without relying on toxic chemicals!