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5 natural oils that repel mosquitoes
It is important to get rid of mosquitoes to avoid diseases like dengue and malaria. Here are some natural oils that work as mosquito repellents
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Lemon eucalyptus oil
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Lemon eucalyptus oil is an excellent mosquito repellent as it contains a natural compound called para-methane-3, 8-diol (PMD) that helps repel mosquitoes
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Peppermint oil
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Peppermint oil has a refreshing scent that can be used in a diffuser to get rid of mosquitoes indoors. The strong scent of this oil repels insects
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Lavender oil
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Lavender oil has analgesic, antiseptic and anti-fungal properties. It has a strong fragrance that is effective in repelling mosquitoes
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Citronella oil
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This oil is rich in Citronellal and Geraniol that prevent mosquitoes from coming near you. You can apply this oil on your skin to prevent mosquito bites
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Tea tree oil
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Tea tree oil not only has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, but it can also protect you from mosquitoes, flies and ticks
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