Marigolds may be more than just a symbol of warmth and positive energy. Anyone who has been around Marigolds knows two things: they are beautiful and they have a musky smell. If marigolds don’t smell good, can they at least repel mosquitoes? Do Marigolds Repel Mosquitoes? Get ready to break out your spade and head…read more
Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world! With millions of pounds of coffee grounds being used per day, people have found additional uses for used coffee grounds. This includes, but is not limited to, mixing it with soil in their gardens, using it in compost, and repelling garden-killing pests like slugs and…read more
Cinnamon is nothing more than a specific type of tree bark. It is used across the world for medicine, flavoring, fragrances, and more. The unique and comforting flavor and smell associated with cinnamon are the result of chemicals within the bark — cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate, eugenol, and anethole. In our never-ending quest to find the…read more
Coconut oil has been a recent health food craze that has taken the market by storm. It’s used in a variety of applications from haircare to cardiovascular health. The question is, does coconut oil repel mosquitoes? We’re going to answer that. Does Coconut Oil Repel Mosquitoes? Coconut oil by itself has little evidence for being…read more
Vicks® VapoRub® is some strong stuff — anyone who has gotten a whiff can attest to that. The scent of it is enough to make most people’s eyes water from several feet away. VapoRub® has a potent scent, but is it strong enough to repel mosquitoes? Does Vicks® VapoRub® Repel Mosquitoes? Well, we can’t say…read more
Sage, a member of the mint family, is a must-have in the kitchen, especially for lovers of Italian food. Can it be used for more than just cooking, though? We know that its relatives, such as spearmint and peppermint, have documented effectiveness at repelling mosquitoes naturally. But does sage repel mosquitoes? Does Sage Repel Mosquitoes?…read more
Sometimes mosquitoes make being outside unbearable. They’re annoying, their bites itch. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a secret weapon to ward off those pesky mosquitoes and be able to enjoy your Summer evenings outdoors? On our quest to spread knowledge about the best natural ways to naturally repel mosquitoes, we’re looking at whether or…read more
Listerine is a great way to ward off bad breath, but can it do the same for mosquitoes? It wouldn’t be the craziest thing to think Listerine would effectively repel mosquitoes. After all, many types of Listerine contain ingredients that are proven to repel mosquitoes, such as eucalyptol, found in eucalyptus, and menthol, which is…read more
Everyone, at one point or another, has probably tried a home remedy of some sort to get rid of mosquitoes. Today, we’re looking at a common household item you can usually find in a bathroom cabinet: rubbing alcohol. Does rubbing alcohol repel mosquitoes? What about drinking alcoholic beverages? We did the research for you. Does…read more