Mosquito repellent isn’t your only option for keeping mosquitoes away. There are other ways to repel these pests and make them less likely to bother you. Many of these solutions are natural, so you needn’t worry about harming yourself or the environment.
Try these tips to keep mosquitoes away:
1. Remove standing water – Stagnant water is prime breeding ground for mosquitoes. Ponds, plates under flowerpots, and improperly drained yards provide enough water for mosquitoes to lay eggs. If you have pets, replace their water every 24 – 48 hours; do the same for birdbaths.
2. Stay indoors – Mosquitoes are most active at night. Starting at dusk, head inside to make yourself less likely to be bitten. In the daylight, check around the house for broken or torn screen windows and replace them immediately to keep out mosquitoes and other unwanted insects after sundown.
3. Use mosquito netting – Mosquito netting (or, for outdoor events, a mosquito tent) keeps mosquitoes off your skin. Mosquito netting around your bed keeps you secure while you sleep.
4. Plant natural repellents – Plants like lavender, catnip, and citronella naturally repel mosquitoes. Plant some of these in your garden to keep mosquitoes away.
5. Wear clothes to cover arms and legs – Mosquitoes are attracted to sweat and bacteria on the skin, so covering more areas makes you a less attractive target. Wear light colours like white or pastel; dark colours like black or navy attract mosquitoes during the day.
6. Attract predators – Birds help keep mosquito populations low. Fit your yard with bird seed, baths, and homes; this encourages them to nest nearby and feed on mosquitoes. Many bird species feed on other insects as well, keeping insect numbers in your yard low.
7. Relax – Carbon dioxide attracts hungry mosquitoes – they are not attracted to light; they’re attracted to your exhalations! Keep your heart rate low to avoid producing more carbon dioxide; this includes limiting alcohol intake and consumption of spicy foods.
These tips can reduce your mosquito problems without using offensive sprays and releasing toxic emissions into the air. Combine these practices with the use of safe mosquito repellents to protect yourself from bites.
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