Nobody likes them because they are annoying and capable of biting you even when you are dressed. After a bite from a mosquito, you can feel the warmth on the place where it has managed to bite you.
You can also see redness, and it can be itchy. The usual thing people do in order to protect themselves from the mosquitoes is that they buy sprays and mosquito repellents from the stores.
However, these store-bought products have toxins and chemicals which can make things worse.
But do not worry, there is always a solution. There are natural remedies to repel mosquitoes, not only it will be efficient, but also it will be natural.
To make and have a home remedy against mosquitoes is something that is easily done. The internet, on the other hand, is misleading people with misinformation about repellents.
Some remedies are ineffective while there are some that are very good and actually do work. You do not need to look further. Why? Because scientists have chosen the best blend of essential oils for this cause.
And because of its smell, you will love it even more. And for sure it will become an essential part in your bag this summer.
The mosquitoes might also be dangerous and can carry deadly diseases such as malaria and Zika virus. That is why you need to protect yourself and your health.
According to scientific evidence, the mixture of eucalyptus essential oils and lemon is strong repellent against mosquitoes. Why? Because this mixture has a compound that is more effective than DEET, which is highly toxic and common in insect repellents.
According to one research, DEET in 4 hours provides around 84 percent protection. On the other hand, in the same period of time, 4 hours, the mixture of eucalyptus and lemon provides 97 percent.
For the preparation of this oil, you will need some other ingredients along with essential oils. But it is simple and easy to prepare this fantastic, effective mosquito repellent!
Ingredients:
- Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon
- Eucalyptus – Lemon essential oil blend – 30 drops
- Rubbing alcohol, witch hazel or vodka – 4 oz
How to Do It:
Take all the ingredients and mix them. Put the mixture in a spray bottle.
Note: This mixture lasts only 4 hours, so bear in mind to apply it on a regular basis.
6 Essential Oils Against Mosquitoes
1. Tea Tree Oil
Repellents that have tea tree oil are effective against mosquitoes, biting midges and bush flies.
2. Lavender
Take the lavender flowers and crush them. Use the oil from them to put in on your sensitive areas like the ankles or the arms.
Another alternative is to put few drops on a cloth, make sure that the cloth is clean, and gently rub it on your skin.
3. Soybean Oil
Combine lemongrass oil and soybean oil, and that mixture can help you to repel different types of mosquitoes.
4. Cinnamon Oil
In every 4 oz of water, you need to put 24 drops of cinnamon oil and mix it. You can put the mixture in a spray bottle. You can spray your plants, around your house, your clothes and even put it on your skin.
5. Greek Catnip Oil
According to some scientific evidence, this oil can repel the mosquitoes from 2 to 3 hours.
Also, according to the scientists at the Iowa State University, this oil can work ten times better than the DEET can.
6. Thyme Oil
Into oz of water add 5 drops of this oil and mix it together. Put the mixture in a bottle.
To make a brew at home, you need to mix 4 drops of thyme oil with one tsp. of olive oil and 4 drops of jojoba oil.
Source Bob Vila | Gardeners Path
