7 Natural Ways To Keep Mosquitoes Away!

(Disclaimer: These are based on general information available online and is not a substitute for any medical advice. If allergic to any of the items below, refrain from its use.) Pic Courtesy: Freepik

Ritika Handoo
May 20, 2025

Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil: Coconut oil, when combined with neem oil, can be used as a natural repellent.

Vinegar

Vinegar: Vinegar is also used as a natural repellent.

Camphor:

Camphor: Camphor tablets or burning camphor can be effective.

Lemon and Cloves

Lemon and Cloves: Placing lemon halves with cloves stuck in them around the house can help deter mosquitoes.

Essential Oils

Essential Oils: Several essential oils including Eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and citronella oil are also used in sprays or diffusers to keep the buzzing mosquitoes away.

Garlic

Garlic: Crushed garlic or garlic oil can be used as a repellent, according to a TOI report.

Plants

Plants: It is believed that Citronella grass, lemongrass, lavender, basil, marigold, and catnip have mosquito-repelling properties.

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