Are Spiders Really That Scared of the Smell of Peppermint?
WouterYou’ve probably heard of peppermint as a repellent for spiders. It’s one of the most effective. But are spiders really that scared of the smell of peppermint? And how can you use it to keep spiders away?
You may not know it, but spiders have an olfactory sense in their legs. They use tiny hairs on their legs to detect vibrations and the scent of other insects. They dislike strong odors and avoid them as much as possible.
There are various essential oils that are used for deterring spiders. One of these is peppermint oil. You can spray it around windows or doorframes, or place cotton balls soaked in the oil in spider-friendly areas.
You can also diffuse the scent of the oil by placing a bottle in a room. This will create a mist that will float through the air.
Another effective way to repel spiders is to place mint plants in and around the house. You can also plant it in and around doorways and entryways.
Peppermint has a powerful menthol odor that other insects find unpleasant. It’s easy to buy. You can get it in beverages, toothpaste, mouthwash, and massage oils.
You can also make an aerosol spray by mixing peppermint oil with water. You can spray it on your vaporizer, a diffuser, or even on surfaces. It doesn’t take a lot of the substance to ward off a spider. However, it does need to be reapplied every couple of days.
