Last updated on June 18th, 2021
Monsoon means stagnant water – an ideal breeding ground for bugs and pests. These pesky little creatures thrive in wet and humid weather and bring with them irritating bites and rashes. But there are ways to prevent bug bites and we thought of putting together these 5 easy ways to prevent bug bites.
1. Say No to Stagnant Water
As you already know, stagnant water is an open invitation for mosquitoes and other annoying creepy- crawlies to attack your home. Look around your house for stagnant water sources, and treat them as soon as possible to keep pest infestation under control.
2. Install Safety Nets
Another easy way to help you deter mosquitoes is by installing a mesh on the doors and windows. This way, you can keep your house ventilated without the fear of bug bites.
3. Stir up a Natural Insect-Repellent
Stir up a natural insect-repellent to avoid getting bug bites. Here’s an easy recipe for you: add 10ml of lemon eucalyptus oil to 90 ml of coconut or olive oil and mix well. Apply the solution on your skin before stepping out. However, ensure that you are using organic lemon eucalyptus oil for better and effective results.
4. Cover Yourself Up
An easy way to avoid getting bit by bugs is by covering yourself up. Avoid wearing breathable materials like cotton and linen. Instead, wear synthetic or athletic clothes. Additionally, avoid wearing dark colors like black, red, and blue as they attract mosquitoes.
5. Avoid Peak Insect Hours
Lastly, you can avoid insect bites by staying indoors during their peak activity hours.
