Body Acne Spray Recipe - This organic formula is also powerful against parasites

Be sure to keep your spray bottle in the refrigerator to keep the treatment fresh. The main ingredient, aloe vera juice, must be refrigerated after opening. Spray mixtures containing aloe juiced should be discarded within one month if not used. 

1 Cup of Aloe Vera Juice

Aloe has very strong antibacterial and antiparasitic properties. In fact, one study concluded that aloe vera was as effective as benzyl benzonate in the treatment of scabies. (Source). This recipe calls for aloe vera juice instead of gel because gel can clog spray bottles. ​

1/2 Teaspoon of Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has long been known to posses very strong antibacterial and antiparasitic properties. Think of Tea Tree as the king among oils used against acne, parasites and fungal infections of the skin and nails.  

1/4 Teaspoon of Peppermint Oil

For skin invigoration and additional bacteria fighting power. You can customize the amount of peppermint oil you add, depending on how much of a cooling and tingling sensation you desire. 

1 Tablespoon of Jojoba Oil

Packed with vitamin B and vitamin E, jojoba oil has long been associated withe healing bruises and controlling skin inflammation. Jojoba oil also has potent anti-microbial properties that fight bacterial and viral infection of cuts and scrapes on the skin, preventing disease.

2 Tablespoons of Rose Water

​Rose water is antibacterial, soothing, healing and has antiseptic properties. The water is very rich in flavonoids and vitamins, including A, C, D, E and B3.

Why Glass Spray Bottles are Best

Unlike plastic, glass will not leech chemicals into your precious formulations. Colored glass helps to block out light, which can reduce the effectiveness of various formulas.  If you enjoy mixing your own cleaning or pest control sprays, it's wise to obtain bottles in a variety of colors so that you don't pick up the wrong spray bottle by mistake. For example, you might put tea tree and peppermint formulas into green bottles while saving brown bottles for cleaning sprays.

10 Ounce Green Spray Bottles

16 Ounce Brown Spray Bottles

16 Ounce Blue Spray Bottles

16 Ounce Red Spray Bottles