1. Essential Oils
Essential oils such as lemongrass, citronella, peppermint, and lavender contain special compounds that can naturally repel mosquitoes. When mosquitoes encounter these oils, they become disoriented and avoid coming close. Therefore, you can use essential oils to apply to your skin to prevent mosquito bites.
2. Garlic
Garlic contains special compounds like allicin that make it difficult for mosquitoes to detect you. Some scientific studies have shown that garlic oil is effective at repelling mosquitoes for up to 8 hours.
3. Neem Oil
Also known as neem seed oil, this is a highly effective natural mosquito repellent that is not well-known. It is believed to be able to repel mosquitoes for up to 12 hours.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar contains a high level of acetic acid, which has been proven to effectively repel mosquitoes. You can mix apple cider vinegar with water in equal proportions and apply it to your skin. You will notice that mosquitoes will be scared and stay away.
5. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil contains compounds like terpinen-4-ol that have a very effective mosquito-repellent effect. It can also be used for body warming, preventing the flu, and other health concerns.
6. Citrus Fruits
Citrus fruits are known to repel various insects, including mosquitoes. You can use citrus essential oils to apply to your skin to prevent mosquito bites. Alternatively, you can place citrus peels around your bed. The citrus fragrance will keep mosquitoes away.
7. Lemongrass
Lemongrass or certain types of mint plants contain a certain amount of eugenol which has an effective mosquito-repellent effect. However, the mosquito-repellent effect of lemongrass only lasts for 2-4 hours. It is suitable for use when you need to go outdoors, and not suitable for use as a night-time mosquito repellent.
Some other tips to prevent mosquito bites in the summer:
1. You can use mosquito repellent spray products as they are one of the most effective ways to prevent mosquito bites if natural remedies are not very effective.
2. You should wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants to prevent mosquito bites when sleeping at night, especially if the room has air conditioning. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors, so wear light-colored clothes to minimize mosquito attention.
3. When sleeping on a bed or camping outdoors, it is best to use mosquito nets to prevent mosquito bites.
4. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so remove any stagnant water around your house to prevent mosquitoes from appearing.
5. Make sure all windows and doors in your house have screens to prevent mosquitoes from entering if they are too numerous.
6. Mosquitoes are most active in the early morning and evening, so try to avoid going outside during this time.
7. Mosquitoes have weak flying ability, so using an electric fan can help repel mosquitoes and keep them away from you.
According to Thoi Bao Van Hoa Nghe Thuat (Literature and Arts Newspaper)
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