Apart from the scorching heat of the sun, the summers bring along a wave of mosquitoes. It is the most dreadful season of the year, as the thought of those itchy and swollen mosquito bites is enough to send shivers in your body. Though the pain and irritation caused by these small bites is still tolerable, the fact that mosquitoes are the potent carriers of various diseases is simply unavoidable. As the females of most of the species of mosquitoes suck blood, they transport the bacteria of some hazardous diseases into human body. Malaria and Dengue are the names of some common diseases spread by mosquito bites. Thus, getting rid of them is very important. So, to know how to get rid of mosquitoes, read on.
Tips to Get Rid of Mosquitoes
- For repelling mosquitoes, buy catnip oil based repellant as it is safe for humans. Apply over all the exposed parts of your body.
- Use mosquito nets while sleeping for protecting yourself from itchy mosquito bites.
- Use mats or mosquito repellant liquidator for getting rid of mosquitoes.
- Pure vanilla extract is also helpful in keeping mosquitoes away. Just apply the extract on pulse points and sleep well.
- You can even use mosquito sprays available in the market to kill them. However, make sure they do not contain DEET.
- You can also burn a citronella candle or torch. The smoke in the air will help keep away mosquitoes.
- Mix equal amounts of flat beer, antiseptic mouthwash and Epsom salt. Fill this mixture in a spray bottle and spray in the area having mosquitoes.
