Name: Anti-mosquito shampoo for forest dogs
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 120 ml
Ingredients: 45 ml (3 tbsp) of Castile-style liquid soap; 5 drops of organic lemon eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus citriodora); 5 drops of organic rose geranium essential oil (Pelargonium graveloens); 3 drops of organic East Indian lemongrass essential oil (Cymbopogon flexuosus); 30 ml (2 tbsp) of organic balsam fir hydrosol; 15 ml (1 tbsp) of apple cider vinegar; 7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of fractionated coconut oil / caprylis; 7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of organic aloe gel; 15 ml (1 tbsp) of maple syrup; 125 ml glass bottle; funnel

Anti-mosquito shampoo for forest dogs

Mariane

A shampoo with insect-repelling essential oils can be a bonus in terms of protection for our four-legged friends. While this shampoo doesn't replace an insect repellent, it still helps avoid attracting the unwanted, unlike store-bought shampoos with floral and fruity scents.

- Mariane

Level

Beginner

Preparation

5 min

Contains

120 ml

Conservation

1-2 weeks in the fridge

Ingredients

45 ml (3 tbsp) of Castile-style liquid soap
5 drops of organic lemon eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus citriodora)
5 drops of organic rose geranium essential oil (Pelargonium graveloens)
3 drops of organic East Indian lemongrass essential oil (Cymbopogon flexuosus)
30 ml (2 tbsp) of organic balsam fir hydrosol
15 ml (1 tbsp) of apple cider vinegar
7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of fractionated coconut oil / caprylis
7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of organic aloe gel
15 ml (1 tbsp) of maple syrup
125 ml glass bottle
funnel

NOTE: A dog should never be washed more often than every 3 to 4 months. Unfortunately, this recipe doesn't keep longer than a week or two. This 120 ml lets me wash my two Boston Terriers. If you have smaller or bigger dog(s), don't hesitate to divide or multiply the recipe (or give the rest away!).

Preparation steps

1. In a bowl, pour the Castile soap and the oil, then add the essential oils. Mix gently.

2. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix gently.

3. Pour the shampoo into the bottle using the funnel.

How to use it

You can use it right away, but if you wait 24 hours, the apple cider vinegar smell will have completely disappeared.

Wash your pup as usual, avoiding the face and especially the eyes (this recipe is not “tear-free”). Rinse well and... hello, softness!

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