When summer arrives, so do those annoying mosquitoes and people are prone to mosquito bites due to the combination of light, heat, scents, and humidity. Instead of using the chemical route with mosquito repellent, few plants that based scents can effectively control mosquitoes.
Whichever species of mosquitoes you encounter, you need to protect yourself by using DEET-free mosquito repellent products. DEET products may cause health and environmental problems. It is only recommended for the people who are at the risk of carrying some disease from mosquito bites.
There most of the chemical-based products available in Pakistan, that may not be good for children, WBM home brings you naturally derived mosquito repellents that are made with essential oils from the plans discussed below.
If you are doing things like hiking, hanging in the backyard, or camping the outdoor trip the natural repellents or WBM home mosquito repellent coils are best that are made of essential oils or lemongrass. This is good for everyone especially for children, who are more sensitive.
Here we are discussing the scents that can repel mosquitoes. Read on to see which natural repellents work best.
CITRONELLA:
This is the best mosquito repelling scent, it comes from the lemongrass plant. It is best to use against bugs and mosquitoes. Its citrusy smell like lemon irritates mosquitoes but it is pleasant for people though. This plant can be planted in your backyard as it is effective plus attractive. Citronella oil can be directly applied to your skin and it can be combined with any other essential oil to make it your own natural deterrent against mosquitoes.
In case you want to use citronella based mosquito repellent in Pakistan, then you must try WBM home mosquito repellent buckles. It is made with essential oils and doesn’t cause any harmful effects.
LAVENDER OIL:
Lavender oil smell is might be the favorite of many people but mosquitoes wouldn’t like it much. They detest the pungent smell of this flower and stay away from it. You can plant it in your garden or you can also use the lavender oil on your skin to repel mosquitoes. These beautiful flowers will liven up your place. You can also buy the lavender mosquito repellent to avoid mosquito bites.
EUCALYPTUS OIL:
Eucalyptus oil also has a powerful smell that can interferes with mosquitoes and make it difficult for them to locate their food. This oil can also help to repel other insects like ticks, midges etc. The presence of this plant will work itself as a repellent. Apply it directly on your bare skin to repel mosquitoes or use WBM home natural mosquito repellents.
ROSEMARY :
Rosemary the multipurpose hub that can be used for many things. Its amazing aroma works as a wonder when planted in your home, as this plant easily tackle small mosquito’s infections. Rosemary is infused into lotions, sprays and WBM home mosquito repellent coils to get rid of mosquitoes.
BASIL:
Basil doesn’t only used for making your pesto sauce and salads but it can also help to keep mosquitoes away. Its natural aroma irritates the mosquitoes, there is no need to crush the leaves or prepare it in any specific way. It is toxic to them, just put basil leaves near the standing water to deter mosquitoes from laying eggs. While WBM home mosquito repellent watch can also be an effective and safe way to avoid mosquito bites.
CATNIP:
Catnip is also the plant that can help to repel mosquitoes effectively and it has become a popular method in recent years. According to daily science, its oil is 10 times more effective than the DEET to repel mosquitoes. Therefore, a small quantity is enough for a longer time period. Plant this tree in your garden/backyard or simply crush the leaves and rub them in your skin. Its leaves can be used in the tea for healing purpose.
Deter Mosquitoes Naturally:
WBM home natural mosquito repellent products in Pakistan are available in the market that are infused of lemon eucalyptus, OLE, Garlic or above listed essential oils any other botanical scent to get rid of mosquitoes. Look for the products that are registered with the Environmental agency to choose effective and protective botanical mosquito repellent.