Review of folk remedies for mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are one of the most unpleasant insects for humans. Malignant bloodsucking can spoil any walk and picnic, poison the rest in the country and in nature. They even appear in apartments with mosquito nets, forcing residents to urgently look for ways to fight.

However, not everything is so scary, and it is quite possible to get rid of mosquitoes even in open air conditions. In the article, you will find some interesting techniques for scaring away annoying parasites.

If mosquitoes appear in the apartment, it will no longer be possible to calmly fall asleep in it. These insects, unlike other midges, do not react to light. They fly to the smell of the human body... According to research scientists, mosquitoes are especially attracted to certain blood types. Besides, in 100% of cases they will fly at people exuding the smell of sweat or alcohol. They "love" children very much, as well as women in position.

Garlic is one of the most effective mosquito-fighting plants. It is necessary to cut a few cloves, place them in saucers and place them on the windowsill. The smell of garlic will repel insects from the apartment.

You can also make a simple tincture from garlic.... To do this, the cloves are finely chopped and filled with water. After a few hours, the liquid is filtered, drawn into a spray bottle and used to spray the room.

To protect yourself from mosquito infestations, you can do valerian broth. It is necessary to grind the root of this herb, and then fill it with water in the amount of 1500 ml. Next, the composition is brought to a boil, cooled. In this case, the container should be closed with a tight lid. As soon as the mixture has cooled, it must be filtered, drawn into a spray bottle and sprayed on the skin.

This plant is also called Japanese catnip. And this is a very effective remedy.... If you plant a catnip at home, then the mosquitoes in it and the trail will get cold, because such plants contain a substance that scares them very much. The catnip can also be brewed and then sprayed into the air from a spray bottle. However, keep in mind: if there are cats at home, it is better not to resort to such a remedy. Animals will quickly find pots of plants, and no matter how you protect them, they will uproot the culture.

After all, the substance that mosquitoes are so afraid of has an intoxicating effect on furry pets. If there are cats in the house, you can use ordinary mint, pets are indifferent to it. Mosquitoes hate the smell of mint, and this circumstance can be successfully used to your advantage. So, planting mint bushes in long boxes and placing the latter on the windowsill will save the apartment from bloodsuckers once and for all.

Witch hazel is a truly unique plant that is widely used in medicine and cosmetology. The leaves of this culture are rich in substances that benefit humans and repel insects.

A decoction of witch hazel foliage is effective. It is best to take fresh foliage, but dried foliage is also possible.The broth is made in a standard way: the raw material is poured with boiling water, closed with a lid, and cooled. The resulting composition can be sprayed on the skin. In addition, witch hazel will soothe the dermis if the mosquito has already bitten it and it itches a lot.

Another odor that mosquitoes cannot tolerate is the scent of basil. Broths are not made from this product; basil is used fresh. It is not so difficult to grow it on a windowsill, even a schoolboy can cope with it. The pungent smell will scare away insects, driving them out of the room.

The smell of calendula is also very unpleasant for mosquitoes. If you don't want to grow calendula at home, you can just cut the flowers on the street and bring it home by putting it in cool water. Mosquitoes are unlikely to like this neighborhood, and they will avoid this room. And if the insect has already bitten you, then a lotion with calendula infusion will relieve swelling, itching and pain at the site of the bite. In addition to these herbs, mosquitoes can be deterred by:

• lavender;
• marsh rosemary;
• citronella;
• melissa;
• marigolds;
• rosemary;
• geraniums.

Sometimes it happens that there is neither time nor desire to grow or look somewhere for herbs that drive away mosquitoes. In this case, you can turn to another popular technique - the use of essential oils. Oils have a good shelf life, they can be bought for future use, so that if necessary, you can always get it and use it. Oils can be used in different ways. Some people escape mosquitoes by simply applying oils to the active points of the body. These are the wrists, elbow bends, the area behind the ear, the collarbone, the place under the knee. It is enough to grind in these areas just a couple of drops diluted with water, and this evening you will definitely be able to get rid of annoying guests.

You can also add a few drops of essential oil to the aroma lamp. Then the aroma will slowly spread throughout the room, preventing the penetration of bloodsuckers into the house. There are some of the most effective essential oils that mosquitoes won't love with a 100% guarantee:

• geranium;
• Carnation;
• lavender;
• lemon and lemongrass;
• eucalyptus;
• pine, spruce, fir;
• tea tree;
• anise oil;
• cypress.

Be careful when using essential oils. If you are allergic, it is better to test first, and only then turn on the lamp or apply the composition to the body. By the way, some people use oils just by spraying them. By adding a few drops to the water, you can draw such a composition into a spray bottle and walk through the rooms with it. Such a technique will not be able to kill mosquitoes, but it will drive them away for a short time. If you need a long-term effect, it is better to light the lamp after all.

Fumigators and deterrent devices are not found in every home. A person may be corny not ready for the fact that a mosquito will fly to him. It is especially unpleasant when insects appear out of season or in the presence of mosquito nets, when you don't expect them. If there are no useful herbs or oils, then you can take on a few more tools.

• Ammonia. In most cases, such an improvised tool is in every home. You need to dilute this product with water, and then spray the room with it. But be careful: if the room is inhabited by hypertensive patients, newborns, pregnant women or people with chronic headaches, you should not spray ammonia.
• Cinnamon... This seasoning is very often found in the lockers of housewives who love to bake. Add some powder to warmed water, pour into small bowls and place indoors.
• Black pepper. It's about peppercorns. You need to take a few peas and heat them in a hot frying pan without oil. Then spread the balls around the perimeter of the apartment. Mosquitoes really hate such scents.
• Bay leaf. An ordinary lavrushka will help drive away mosquitoes. The dried leaves must be broken into small pieces, and then laid out in the room.The smell will drive out uninvited guests.
• Camphor oil... This remedy can often be found in home medicine kits. The composition is moistened with cotton pads, laid out in the room, which needs to be rid of mosquitoes.
• Vinegar... A few tablespoons of vinegar dissolved in water will also drive away the parasites. But the smell will be persistent. Therefore, the use of the remedy is not always justified.

Important: it should be understood that not all products are safe for young children, especially newborns. In the rooms where babies sleep, you should not set fire to branches, lay out fragrant herbs. A child may react badly to a harsh scent, become restless, get headaches, and have poor sleep.

There are many more good and effective tools that you can do yourself at home. Let's consider the list of effective techniques in more detail.

• Vanillin... Half a tablespoon of vanillin must be mixed with a cup of heated water. Then soak a cotton pad in the solution, wipe the skin. You can also add vanillin to any baby cream. About 60 g of powder will be enough for a package of cream. This homemade remedy can be applied to the skin even for babies.
• Wheatgrass... This herb is also good for repelling mosquitoes. You need to take the root, rinse well, and then chop finely. Next, the raw material is poured into 1000 ml of water, put on the stove and boiled. As soon as the liquid boils, you need to turn off the heat and leave the liquid to cool. Then it is boiled and cooled a couple more times. As a result, you get a tool that you can spread on. The composition is applied to open areas of the body.
• Clove and lemon. Cut the lemon into 2 halves. You need to insert cloves (seasoning) into each half of the lemon. The natural product is placed in a room that must be protected from insects.
• Shampoo and vinegar. To prepare an ointment, you need to take 9% vinegar, mix with a small amount of shampoo and sunflower oil. All components must be taken in equal proportions. The resulting mixture is applied to the body and quickly repels mosquitoes.
• Aloe... Ointment with aloe in the composition is also very good against mosquitoes. It is necessary to finely chop the aloe leaves so that they let the juice out. A few drops of essential oil (one of those listed above) are added to the resulting composition. Also, the product must be supplemented with vegetable oil. You can smear with such a product before going outside.
• Salt with essential oil... This recipe involves combining a quarter cup of warm water, a pinch of common salt and 20 drops of essential oil. The composition should be sprayed on the skin.
• Coffee... A soluble option will do. Prepare a drink and then refrigerate it. Next, type in a spray bottle and spray the room.

In nature, there are always especially many insects, and they begin to fly in with the first twilight. The abundance of bloodsucking forces vacationers to look for more and more new ways of protection. The first step is to say about the methods that will allow you to limit the number of insects. You need to systematically fight mosquitoes in your summer cottage. First you need to find sources of standing water. Even a small puddle can become a haven for an entire colony of parasites, so such springs must be quickly drained before the mosquitoes have time to lay eggs.

The second step is planting plants that scare off bloodsuckers... Mint, lemon balm, lemongrass, rosemary, lavender will be excellent. Marigolds, chrysanthemums, and basil are also good options. However, you need to understand that one mint bush, for example, will not help much to escape mosquitoes. But if you plant a lot of plants, then they will definitely provide adequate protection. If the insects are stubborn and still attack the owners of the site, then you can smear with one of the home remedies.Or prepare an infusion for spraying. It is recommended to renew it on the skin once an hour - approximately this is the time it takes for natural remedies to fade.

If you went on a hike in the forest or to the river, then you should be ready to save yourself from hordes of insects. However, it will be quite simple to drive them out in natural conditions. Mosquitoes do not like smoke, and a regular fire will be enough to prevent them from flying, landing on others. For more effect, you can set fire to spruce or pine cones by simply throwing them into the fire. Such a natural material emits a breathtaking aroma, but repels mosquitoes for a long time. Some hikes end with an overnight stay in nature. If there are no repellents at hand, you can set fire to a variety of branches and herbs near the tents so that they smolder slowly. The smoke will drive insects out of the rest area.