There are numerous mosquito repellents available on the market, such as mosquito coils, electric diffusers with essential oils, and mosquito sprays. However, many of these products have a strong odor or pose potential health risks.
Fortunately, there are safer and highly effective alternatives to keep mosquitoes at bay. Specifically, applying a piece of Urgo plaster on your door before bedtime can surprisingly solve your mosquito problem at home.
Prepare the ingredients:
All you need is a regular Urgo plaster and some essential oil, such as menthol-based oil like Tiger Balm.
Instructions:
Open the packaging of the Urgo plaster, but don’t remove the adhesive sides yet. Gently fold back the two ends to expose the cotton pad in the middle. Then, drip a few drops of the essential oil onto the cotton pad.
There’s no need to saturate the plaster; just ensure it emits the characteristic fragrance. And there you have it—your very own DIY mosquito repellent patch, simple and quick.
How to use:
– Apply it to doors and windows
Mosquitoes often enter homes through gaps in doors and windows. By sticking this repellent near the door or window, each opening and closing action will create a breeze, diffusing the scent of the essential oil and perfume. This smell will deter mosquitoes from entering your home.
– Apply it to electric fans and air conditioners
Alternatively, stick the repellent to the back of fan blades or in front of the air conditioner vent. When the fan or air conditioner is turned on, the airflow will carry the essence of the essential oil and perfume throughout the space. This not only helps cool the room but also effectively repels mosquitoes.
– Apply it to clothing or wrists
If you’re heading outdoors and worried about mosquito bites, stick this repellent patch on your sleeve or wrist. The fragrance will continuously ward off mosquitoes. Additionally, if you’ve already been bitten, applying the patch to the bite can help alleviate itching and swelling.
A simple Urgo plaster, when combined with essential oil, becomes a secret weapon against mosquitoes during the summer. Not only does it effectively repel mosquitoes, but this tip also provides a cooling sensation, deodorizes, and purifies the air—a simple yet valuable trick for every household.
