I tend to live in my studio (about 15 steps from my house) but alas, I have no running water there. However, I do have electricity and because I'm deeply engaged in my work I sometimes try to cook in an electric skillet in my makeshift kitchenette. Bottom line, I make a mess & NOW peppermint oil in a spray bottle with water cuts the grease and splatters on the wall & around the skillet. I love it. Such an easy clean up when there is no source for water. Also I have copd and cannot tolerate most odors but NOW peppermint oil smells refreshing and does not hurt my lungs. I put the oil on cotton balls and place them around the studio to get rid of ants or any other bug that wants to come in. Ants hate it! This is my second bottle and for my purposes will be my go-to brand from now on because of a fair price, it's effectiveness and scent that I can tolerate