Learn effective methods to get rid of mosquitoes and keep them away. Discover natural solutions that will protect you from pesky bites.
Summer nights have arrived and with them some pesky nocturnal visitors: mosquitoes. We have all experienced their unpleasant visit from time to time. Either with their buzzing next to your ear or directly with an occasional peck.
There are many products on the market to get rid of them, but many are not as effective as we would like. Also, some of them have a rather unpleasant smell. However, there are also natural mosquito repellents that can help keep the bugs out of your home at night.
How to get rid of mosquitoes
1- Aromatic oils
Lavender, Valerian, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Anise, Thyme, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Camphor, Laurel, Cedar are the best essential oils for controlling bloodsucking insects.
How to use:
- Soak a piece of absorbent cotton in one of these oils and place the “scenting” on a windowsill or near a pillow.
- Mix the essential oil of your choice with your cream. Rub the resulting product into exposed areas of the body.
2. Indoor plants
Peppermint, myrtle, rosemary and geranium are indoor plants that can repel insects with their strong scent. Tomato leaves are also one of the most effective home remedies against mosquitoes.
3. Lemon with cloves
Cut a lemon and put a clove inside. Place it next to your bed and you can sleep with the window open. A pleasant smell and a complete absence of mosquitoes are guaranteed!
4. Homemade mosquito trap
This mosquito trap works by attracting the insects with carbon dioxide released by fermenting yeast. The mosquitoes smell it, fall into the trap and cannot get out.
5. Pine cones and juniper
In nature, spruce cones and juniper branches will help in the fight against mosquitoes. It is enough to throw them into the fire, and the smell will scare away the insects.
6. Bird cherry and rowan
When you’re outdoors, it’s enough to rub rowan or cherry leaves on the open parts of your body. Mosquitoes will not bother you anymore.
7. Onions and garlic
Onions and garlic are recognized remedies for itching after bites. The head of an onion is cut in half and applied to the bite. For garlic, crush 1 clove and dilute the pulp with a small amount of water. Soak a piece of cloth in the solution and apply it to the bite.
8. Soda
Baking soda is the simplest and most common home remedy for treating mosquito bites. Mix 3 teaspoons of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of water to make a thick paste. Apply the mixture to the bite and allow to dry.
9. Lemon and white vinegar
An easy way to make a natural mosquito repellent is to cut a lemon in half and soak each half in white vinegar until it is soaked. Then place the vinegar-soaked half of the lemon in a small plastic bowl and place it next to the windows.
This mixture will give off a citrus odor that is very unpleasant to mosquitoes and will keep them away from your home. However, this smell is harmless to humans and you can have it in the bedroom without any problem.
10. Spoon
Warm the spoon in hot water and place it over the bite. Hold the spoon firmly against the skin for several seconds. When you remove it, the itching should go away.
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