Clove oil from mosquitoes

Clove - with such a surprisingly spicy plant, all parts of which have a wonderful aroma, every housewife is familiar. Sizigium fragrant - the so-called tropical tree, the fruits of which are widely used in cooking, perfumery and even in aromatherapy. This spice is also used in the fight against annoying insects. So many consumers use mosquito clove oil.

About properties

Dried buds have a burning taste and woody-tart aroma, thanks to which people began to use clove essential oil from mosquitoes. Natural remedy has repellent properties, as it has a highly concentrated composition. The following substances are the basis of clove oil:

• caryophyllene;
• eugenol;
• methyl salicylate.

The peculiar smell of these compounds affects the sense of smell. mosquitoes, which limits their desire to attack their victim.

Clove essential oil is obtained during the processing of clove buds, resulting in a yellowish liquid with an oily consistency. After some time, it changes color, becoming a reddish-brown hue.

On a note!

You can make clove essential oil at home. To do this, dry buds should be poured with vegetable oil and leave to infuse for 3-4 days. The resulting mixture has a characteristic aroma, however, less pronounced than the means of industrial production.

Clove essential oil is a very valuable product:

• it contains a large number of volatile substances that cause irritation of the bloodsuckers;
• the product has wound healing, calming and antiseptic properties, which contributes to treat mosquito bites and elimination of consequences: unpleasant and painful sensations of itching, as well as the removal of the inflammatory process;
• it is also effective in diseases of the human respiratory system;
• helps to improve blood circulation and normalize metabolism, which has a beneficial effect on the digestive system.

To achieve maximum effect, clove oil is used in combination with other means.

Ways to use

You can use clove oil from mosquitoes in various ways.

Spray

Clove spray is very convenient and effective in application against annoying insects. To get rid of mosquitoes indoors and midges enough for them just to irrigate the room. Getting ready mosquito spray based on 50 ml of water, 5 ml of alcohol and 5 drops of clove essential oil.

And you can use a mosquito and a solution based on salt. To 40 ml of water add 20 drops of clove concentrate and a small pinch of salt, thanks to which the components mix better. The composition obtained in one way or another is placed in a container with a spray gun and is used to spray clothes and exposed areas of the body.

Spot application

One of the simplest methods for using mosquito clove essential oil from mosquitoes is spot application.To prevent insects from disturbing, it is enough to lubricate the skin with oily liquid in several places.

Cream

Experts do not recommend the use of concentrated clove pure in children, pregnant womenas well as people with sensitive skin. It is preferable to mix it with a cream, some vegetable oil, gel or lotion (50 ml of vegetable oil and 5 drops of clove extract).

Impregnated napkin

Carnation oil from mosquitoes for children is used as follows. A piece of cotton cloth or a small napkin is impregnated with oily liquid and placed in a clothing pocket or hung next to a crib (stroller). This method will significantly limit the penetration of new pests into the room. Mosquitoes that have flown over will seek to leave this territory as soon as possible. Similarly, you can do mosquito wet wipesthat are not inferior in effectiveness to branded products.

A bracelet

No less effective anti-mosquito bracer from fabric or wooden elements, which, before going outside, are pre-soaked with clove oil. Such an accessory will be a reliable protection against harmful insects.

Oil burner

It protects the house from annoying pests of aroma lamp, which is very simple to use. The devices are filled with water, a few drops of oil are added and a candle is set on fire. As a result, the room is filled with a clove smell, which prevents the penetration of pests.

Aroma candles

The use of aroma candles against insects is another well-known way to protect against pests. It is not necessary to purchase a special aroma candle for this, just drop a few drops of oil on a regular store candle to fill the room with the scent of cloves.

You can do this in a hike. It is enough to spray a few drops of oily liquid directly into the fire. And very soon, clove incense will spread around.

Those who plan to go to the forest or to the river can be protected from annoying mosquitoes by dropping a few drops of clove oil in a plastic bag. Then put your things there and tie it tight. The very next day, the clothes are saturated with clove aroma, which is quite enough mosquito repellent. The tent is treated in a similar way.

What you should know

You can use clove oil from mosquitoes only in the absence of an allergic reaction to its constituent components. To verify this, it is necessary to do a test test before use: either apply a drop of clove oil diluted in a teaspoon of water in the wrist area, or inhale the clove aroma from a distance. In the absence of any skin and respiratory changes, the drug can be used with full confidence. Such a test is necessary when using any mosquito essential oil.

Important!

When using clove essential oil, its dosage should not be exceeded, as well as contact with the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and eyes. If this situation does happen, rinse the affected area with plenty of water.

In addition, it is unsafe to apply the oil composition, being under the bright rays of the sun. A consequence of this treatment can be a burn. For those who have sensitive skin, it is not recommended to use the oil composition of cloves in a concentrated form. It is preferable to use it in combination with a cream or some vegetable oil.

Reviews of clove oil are mostly positive, more often they are left by those who have already tried this method of protection against annoying insects. However, there are also references to a short period of exposure mosquito repellent, in connection with which there is a need for its regular application.

Feedback

I give preference folk remediestrying to use chemistry only in extreme cases. I flee the mosquito oil myself and protect my daughter with it: I drop it on a napkin and put it in a stroller. Simple, effective, and most importantly safe. When this smell bothers, I use citronella oil.

Valeria, Tula

Now you know how to breed and how to apply clove oil against mosquitoes, so that pests could not overshadow the long-awaited vacation with their presence.