If you’re not a fan of eight-legged visitors, you might have heard that certain essential oils can help keep them at bay. But will lavender oil deter spiders? Let’s take a closer look.
🧴 Lavender Oil: A Natural Repellent?
Lavender essential oil (also known as lavender oil) is often included in natural spider-deterring blends thanks to its strong scent and floral compounds.
While not a guaranteed solution, many people report success using lavender oil around windows, doorways, and skirting boards to make their homes less inviting to spiders.
🕯️ Why Might It Work?
Spiders navigate their environment largely through scent. Strong essential oils like lavender, peppermint, tea tree, and eucalyptus can overwhelm their senses and encourage them to move on.
Lavender oil offers a gentler option compared to mint or citrus oils — ideal if you prefer a soft floral fragrance in your home.
🧼 How to Use Lavender Oil to Deter Spiders
Here are a few easy ways to try it:
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Room Spray: Add 10–15 drops of lavender oil to 100ml water + a splash of white vinegar. Shake well before spraying around entry points.
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Cotton Ball Trick: Place a few drops of lavender essential oil on cotton balls and leave them in corners, window sills, or cupboards.
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Diffuser Use: Diffusing lavender oil won’t guarantee spider control, but it may contribute to making your home smell less attractive to them.
🛒 Try our Lavender Oil 10ml for a quick and easy start.
🧼 Added Bonus: A Fresh-Smelling Home
Even if you don’t manage to banish every spider, you’ll benefit from a cleaner-smelling home. Lavender oil’s fresh floral notes create a peaceful environment — far nicer than chemical sprays.
💧 Stock up with our Lavender Oil 100ml for regular use in sprays or DIY cleaning blends.
Final Thoughts
So, will lavender oil deter spiders?
It might help — especially when used regularly around windows, doors, and corners. While not a foolproof pest control method, many people use it as a gentle, fragrant deterrent.
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