Ant Hack: How to use essential oils to get rid of pesky ants in your home

We’ve all been there. We leave some food out overnight and wake up to ants in the kitchen or suddenly notice ants are appearing out of nowhere and leaving a trail to your dog food bowl. 

Ants can quickly get into your home and can be difficult and annoying to get rid of! While conventional insect sprays can work great for keeping ants out of your home, they come with some pretty harsh side effects and definitely aren’t the safest option for using in your kitchen or around your children or pets. 

The good news is that I have a super simple hack to keep them away!

How to use essential oils to get rid of pesky ants in your home 

Ants follow the scent of food, so blocking them with a bold scent is a great way to keep them out of your home. 

Peppermint is super effective for repelling ants - and all insects. Anytime I see ants in the house or want to be preventative, I add a drop of peppermint essential oil to a cotton ball and leave it on windowsills, doorframes, and corners of countertops. 

Give it a try and your home will be ant free and smell fresh and clean!

Here’s a demo you can check out on my insta if you’re a visual learner!
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