MintGuard ingredients
Updated 22 October 2026 · By the MintGuard team
Quick answer
Each MintGuard ball is pressed with three plant oils: peppermint oil, clove oil and castor oil. It contains no poison.
We call the combination TripleSense. Here's what each oil is there to do.
| Ingredient | Its job |
|---|---|
| Peppermint oil | Strong menthol scent that masks food and trail smells |
| Clove oil | Sharp, warming scent that makes routes along walls unpleasant |
| Castor oil | Heavy, slow to evaporate: holds the other oils so the ball lasts 30 to 60 days |
Why pressed, not soaked?
Most DIY peppermint repellents are oil dripped onto cotton wool, which evaporates in days. Pressing the oils into a solid ball with castor oil slows the release right down.
Safety
MintGuard has no poison. Essential oils are concentrated, so keep balls away from children, pets and food, don't eat them, and wash your hands after handling. See our pet safety page for more.
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12 pressed peppermint balls per pack. No poison, no traps. Tracked UK delivery and a 90-day money-back guarantee.
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Written by the MintGuard team
Last checked 22 October 2026. Plain, practical advice for UK homes. For a serious or ongoing infestation, contact your local council pest service or a qualified pest controller. Keep all repellents out of reach of children and pets.
