There are many different ways to repel mosquitoes, such as mosquito spray, mosquito coils, mosquito-catching lamps… In addition, you can also use natural ingredients that are already available at home to keep mosquitoes away.

To repel mosquitoes, you can use mugwort leaves. This herb not only offers health benefits but is also highly effective at repelling mosquitoes.

Using mugwort to repel mosquitoes

Fumigating the house with mugwort

Take some mugwort leaves, dry them, and roll them into a small bundle. Place the dried mugwort in a porcelain bowl and light it. Use the mugwort smoke to fumigate your home, especially areas where mosquitoes tend to gather.

Mugwort is harmless to the body and gives off a mild fragrance that helps eliminate unpleasant odors in the house.

When fumigating with mugwort, you should open the windows to keep the air circulating and avoid suffocation.

Cleaning the floor with mugwort leaves

Put a handful of mugwort into a container and pour boiling water over it. Let it steep so the essence dissolves into the water. Once the water cools, strain out the leaves and use the mugwort water to mop the floor.

During the summer, cleaning the house with mugwort water helps repel mosquitoes and leaves a pleasant herbal scent.

Making mosquito-repelling spray

You can steep mugwort leaves in hot water to extract their essence. Then strain the water and pour it into a spray bottle.

Use the spray on your arms and legs before going outside. The smell of mugwort will keep mosquitoes away.

Making a mugwort pillow

Putting dried mugwort leaves in a pillow also brings special benefits. The fragrance can soothe the nerves, improve sleep, and reduce fatigue. It also helps keep mosquitoes away. This method is suitable for both the elderly and children.

Soaking your feet with mugwort

You can boil mugwort leaves to make foot-soaking water. This promotes blood circulation, prevents colds, and reduces joint pain. Mugwort also leaves a scent on the skin that helps prevent mosquito bites.

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Other safe and effective mosquito-repelling methods:

Plant mosquito-repelling herbs: Basil, lemongrass, mint, lavender, and neem naturally repel mosquitoes.

Use essential oils: Spray lemongrass, melaleuca, peppermint, or lavender essential oils in the room or apply diluted oil to your skin.

Use scented candles or essential-oil diffusers: Lemongrass or lavender candles/diffusers create a pleasant aroma while repelling mosquitoes.

Keep your home clean and ventilated: Close doors at night, use window screens, and remove stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding.

Use beer or vinegar traps: A cup of beer or vinegar can attract and trap mosquitoes.

Use fans: Mosquitoes are weak fliers, so a fan makes it hard for them to approach.

Hang dried mint bags or place garlic near windows: These natural scents help keep mosquitoes out.

Use electric swatters or mosquito lamps: These devices work well without chemicals.

Wear long, light-colored clothing: Mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors, so wearing light-colored clothing reduces your chances of being bitten.

Using these methods not only helps repel mosquitoes effectively but is also safe for your health.