Isn’t the buzzing sound of a mosquito one of the scariest things in the whole wide world? No matter what you are busy doing, these tiny monsters attract your attention as soon as they come near you. And, why wouldn’t they? They are a reason for so many deadly diseases in India. And now they have developed an immunity towards mosquito repellents. We bring you 8 effective natural repellents you can make at home.
Lemon Eucalyptus Oil
All you need is lemon eucalyptus oil and sunflower oil to make this easy natural mosquito repellent. Mix one part of lemon eucalyptus oil with one tenth part of sunflower oil. Rub on your skin to let the mosquitoes stay away from you.
Garlic
Garlic is an effective mosquito repellent since the tiny creatures cannot stand the smell of garlic. All you need to do is mince a few cloves of garlic, cover it with mineral oil and let it sit for a day. Take a teaspoon of that oil and mix 2 cups of water along with a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice. Pour it into a spray bottle and keep the mosquitoes away.
Lavender
Did you know that fresh lavender flower is a very big no for mosquitoes? All you need to do is rub a lavender flower behind your ears, on your wrist and your neck. Not only will the mosquitoes stay away from you but also you will smell amazing without wearing a perfume.
Organic Soybean Oil
Organic Soybean Oil when mixed with essential oils not only acts as a natural moisturizer but keeps the mosquitoes far away from you. All you need to do is create a mixture of soybean oil and essential oils and rub it all over your skin for a mosquito free day.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Did you know that the consumption of apple cider vinegar with water keeps mosquitoes way far away from you? All you need to do is take 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water every day to keep yourself mosquito free. This solution is also helpful for your overall health.
Vanilla Extract
If you thought vanilla extract was only helpful in enhancing the flavours of the many desserts you consume, you are mistaken. The extract also wards off mosquitoes. All you need to do is apply either the vanilla extract or vanilla essence to your pulse points and stay mosquito free.
Neem Oil
Neem oil when mixed with coconut oil acts as a very effective mosquito repellent. This mixture is especially effective against the mosquitoes that cause malaria. Simply apply the solution on your skin and keep mosquitoes far away.
Camphor
Camphor is also an effective way to keep mosquitoes away. Take a small bowl, fill it with water and put a camphor tablet in it. Keep it in a corner of your room. If you have a bigger room, use two of these bowls.
These easy and effective homemade mosquito repellents will hardly cost you any money and will keep you guarded against the little monsters. Say goodbye to ineffective mosquito repellents.
