Say Goodbye to Pests: This Simple Bathroom Trick Keeps Insects Out — Naturally

• 1 tablespoon of mint toothpaste
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda
• 1 tablespoon of white vinegar
• 120 ml (½ cup) of lukewarm water
• 5–10 drops of peppermint essential oil (optional but highly recommended)
• Small, shallow containers like jar lids or saucers

Instructions:

1. Mix toothpaste and baking soda in a small bowl until it becomes a thick, smooth paste.
2. Slowly pour in the vinegar. It’ll fizz and foam — that’s completely normal (and satisfying to watch!).
3. Add the lukewarm water and stir well until everything is combined.
4. For added power, mix in 5 to 10 drops of peppermint essential oil. This boosts the aroma and ensures longer-lasting results.
5. Pour the mixture into your small containers, and place them where bugs love to hide: behind trash bins, under sinks, near windows, in corners, or along the baseboards.

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