Say goodbye to flies, mosquitoes and cockroaches boiling these leaves | July 3, 2025

We’ve all been through the frustration of being harassed by flies, mosquitoes, and occasionally cockroaches in our homes.

Those annoying buzzing, unexpected bites and the worry about the diseases that these little intruders can bring.

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But what if I told you that there is a natural, safe, and effective way to scare away these pesky visitors?

The answer lies in nature and common ingredients that you can have in your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 cup water
• 15 bay leaves
• 10 nails
• 1 x 2-litre plastic bottle
• 1/2 cup regular shampoo
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup white vinegar

Procedure