The most effective trick against mosquitoes: it works even without repellent, but almost no one knows it

The summer season and the great heat attract uninvited visitors. Mosquitoes. Whether you’re at home or on holiday, their presence is unwelcome. Getting rid of them is sometimes not easy. But you don’t have to use repellents, you can find help in nature.

If you want to keep mosquitoes out of your home, plant herbs and flowers that act as natural repellents in your garden or in pots. This offers two benefits: beautifying the environment around your home and repelling pesky insects. And many people don’t even know about these natural effects.

Lemon grass

Citrus scents are generally an insect repellent. An excellent repellent is lemongrass, the smell of which mosquitoes cannot tolerate. It contains an essential oil rich in two active chemicals: geranial and citral. It loves sunny spots and does best in pots, so you can move it around as needed. A popular outdoor use for candles is on patios and balconies, which have a lemongrass scent.

Lavender

Lavender with its beautiful purple flowers and very strong scent commonly beautifies gardens. It is known for its calming effects and its abundant use in the kitchen and cosmetics. However, it also has great uses in repelling mosquitoes. The flowers contain an essential oil that significantly deters mosquitoes. The flowers in turn attract bees and bumblebees.

It also has analgesic, antifungal and antiseptic properties. It therefore not only serves to deter insects, but also soothes the skin in case of a sting.

Rosemary

Rosemary has a strong and pungent scent that effectively repels mosquitoes and flies. It is an evergreen shrub that loves light. It also offers many health benefits, especially targeting digestive problems or promoting memory improvement.

Peppermint

The minty smell of peppermint is literally unbearable for mosquitoes. It irritates their olfactory receptors. It is very easy to grow as it spreads very quickly.

Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus oil with lemon has been widely used to repel mosquitoes and other insects since the last century. According to a study, it provides 95% protection against mosquitoes for 3 hours. Making your own mixture is recommended. Mix a few drops of oil and lemon, then add a few drops of sunflower oil and rub on the skin.

Calendula

Calendula enriches any garden with its beautiful flowers in yellow, orange or red. Its strong scent is not pleasant to mosquitoes. At the same time, it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and healing properties, which are used in preparations for topical skin problems. It heals any bites.

Summary

You can rub these plants on yourself or move them to wherever you happen to be. Alternatively, you can use an essential oil to rub on yourself or drip it into an aromatherapy bottle. This way, mosquitoes won’t have a chance to get close to you.