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The 5 Most Effective Ways to Prevent Mosquito Bites Naturally

Mosquitos are one of the most detested creatures on the planet. They have a high-pitched buzz and they’re constantly biting you leaving you with itchy, red bumps all over. To make matters worse, they can also carry diseases and viruses. What nasty little buggers. Although it might not be mosquito season now, you’ll want to remember this article when it is. This article will give you the 5 most effective ways to prevent mosquito bites naturally. That way you won’t have to spray yourself with bad smelling bug spray.

Ways to Prevent Mosquito Bites Naturally

Peppermint Oil

Peppermint oil is a natural mosquito repellent. Mosquitos do not like the pungent scent of the oil. Be warned that peppermint oil is a hot oil which means it can give a warming or burning sensation if it is applied directly to your skin. It is recommended that you dilute the oil to prevent this from happening. You can dilute the water with a carrier oil like canola oil, or dilute it with water. 

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Use a Fan

Mosquitos don’t like trying to fight against the wind. Think about it, on a really windy Summer day, you won’t see any mosquitos out. Whenever you’re outside trying to enjoy the Summer air, use an electric fan. It’ll keep mosquitos away and it’ll keep you cool if it’s hot. 

Lemon Eucalyptus

This is one of the most effective natural repellants against mosquitos. In fact, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) has said that lemon eucalyptus is now classified as an EPA approved ingredient in natural mosquito repellant. Lots of studies have been done to test the effectiveness of lemon eucalyptus against mosquitos. One study found that it’s 100% effective for up to 12 hours. Wow! What a great way to keep mosquitos at bay. However, this oil has not been approved for persons younger than 3 years old. So use another method of mosquito prevention for them. 

Lemongrass Oil

Lemongrass oil has been found to be the most comparable to most mosquito repellants on the market. Again, make sure that if you’re using oil directly on your skin that you dilute it so that you don’t have any adverse reactions. Combining lemongrass oil with cinnamon bark oil will double it’s repelling powers. 

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Get Rid of Standing Water

This is one of the best ways to prevent mosquito bites naturally. Mosquitos love standing water. That’s where they breed and lay their eggs. Getting rid of standing water will greatly reduce the number of mosquitos that are around your house, therefore preventing mosquito bites. Here are the best places to look for standing water. 

Rain Gutters

Unclog rain gutters and flush out any standing water that already has mosquito eggs in it. 

Kiddie Pools

After your kids are done playing in their kiddie pools, empty out the entire thing. This is a breeding ground for unwanted mosquitos. 

Bird Baths

Keep the water fresh in your bird baths. Empty out and rinse your bird baths so that mosquitos don’t create a habitat there. 

Trash Can Lids

Empty out trash can lids after it rains. Even the smallest amount of standing water can be the home of thousands of mosquitos. 

Summing Up

There are lots of ways to prevent mosquito bites naturally. These ways to prevent mosquito bites naturally are actually really effective and will give you mosquito protection for a long time. Next time you’re having mosquito problems at your house, remember this article and try these methods. You’ll love having some peace and relief from the constant buzzing and bites. 

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