Humans produce carbon dioxide and lactic acid, both of which attract mosquitoes. Lemongrass oil masks these scents, effectively blocking a mosquito’s senses before it lands.

Cedarwood is known for it’s repelling properties for mosquitos but it also has a high mortality rate for other biting pests like ticks, fleas and fire ants.

Geraniol is a colorless or pale yellow oily liquid with a sweet rose scent. Extensive research has been done to prove that Geraniol is a safe and effective product in eliminating pests such as mosquitos, fleas and ticks.

Garlic contains about 33 organic sulfur compounds and studies have shown compelling evidence that some of these are successful in repelling mosquitoes. Garlic has been found to be toxic to mosquitoes if they decide to get close enough to ingest it.

Citronella is an essential oil made from leaves and stems of lemongrass. When it comes to citronella, the way it’s created is vital. Studies have shown that high-quality citronella oil can protect you as effectively as DEET.

It is commonly believed that the rosemary plant evolved to give off a scent that mosquitoes find unpleasant. This evolutionary trait is most likely to discourage insects from eating the plant.