When the time comes to get into bed and enjoy a well-deserved rest, from June to September there is only one certainty: ZZZZ ... MOSQUITOES !
They seem to be waiting for the perfect time to buzz around you and not give you a minute of respite.
Let's discover together some natural remedies to fight mosquitoes and insects and keep them away from the garden and the house.
Lemon and vinegar
Lemon and vinegar are bitter enemies of mosquitoes.
If you have pots on the balcony or in the house you can cut a lemon slice and add a few drops of vinegar and leave it in the earth. A good alternative is to create a mixture of lemon and vinegar and spray it on the plants .
Essential oils
Essential oils are one of the winning solutions to keep mosquitoes and insects away. Fitomosquito essential oil is a blend of Citronella , Lemon , Geranium, Eucalyptus and Lemon .
If you don't like the smell of lemongrass you can also opt for Lavender or Eucalyptus essential oil .
You can use it in the diffuser or mix a few drops with the Moisturizing Body Cream to keep them away.
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Basil and Cloves
A DIY natural repellent to fight mosquitoes.
Ingredients:
- 15 cloves
- 25 basil leaves
Weigh the ingredients and add them to a liter of water, place it in a nebulizer or spray bottle and spray it near windows or near plants.
Aromatic plants
Aromatic plants can also fight mosquitoes.
This summer decorate your home with lemongrass , lemon balm , lavender , basil and lime trees, placed on the windowsill will create a more summery air and keep insects and mosquitoes at bay.
Neem Oil is recognized for its insect repellent , antiparasitic and antifungal properties . You can use a few drops to insert into the soil or dilute it in another oil or in your favorite body cream.
What to do about the stings?
Insect bites cause discomfort and itching, so it is necessary to apply a product that soothes the skin such as Nigella Oil .
A few drops of Nigella oil applied to the sting has an emollient and soothing action.
Thanks to its properties, it is also useful for sunburn and erythema due to sun exposure.