Unwanted pests can disrupt your home’s peace, but you don’t need harsh chemicals to keep them away.

A simple natural repellent made from mint toothpaste, baking soda, and vinegar can clean surfaces and deter insects safely.

Why it works:

Mint toothpaste and peppermint oil release scents that repel flies, ants, and cockroaches.

Baking soda neutralizes odors and breaks down grime.

White vinegar kills bacteria and erases the chemical trails bugs use to navigate.

How to make it:

Mix 1 tbsp mint toothpaste with 1 tbsp baking soda.

Slowly add 1 tbsp white vinegar — let it fizz.

Stir in ½ cup (120 ml) warm water and, if desired, a few drops of peppermint oil.

How to use it:

Pour into small lids or shallow bowls and place under sinks, near trash cans, and by windows or doors.

Dab along cracks or baseboards with a cotton swab.

Replace every few days for lasting freshness.

This gentle, affordable mixture naturally discourages pests while keeping your home clean,safe, and toxin-free — proof that nature’s remedies often work best.