Like every year, when the good weather rolls around, their most annoying noises rumble in your ears. Mosquitoes are back, with the usual bites and itching.
Fortunately, there are a few tips for relieving the effects of mosquito bites naturally.
essential oil
Several essential oils are available for natural relief from mosquito bites.
The most famous is undoubtedly true Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil, which provides instant relief due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
If you have palpitations, it relieves the itching and relieves palpitations. Peppermint essential oil can also be a valuable ally, as it has analgesic properties that can relieve mild pain.
in practice
One to two drops of lavender essential oil is enough to relieve mosquito bites.
Care must be taken when using essential oils as they concentrate many active substances.
Dilution with vegetable oil before application on the skin is recommended, and in some cases even essential. In case of the slightest doubt, expert opinion is warranted…
banana leaf
Nature is full of remedies for mosquito bite relief. Plantain (Plantago Lanceolata) is a second good example.
It is an herbaceous plant that is often considered a “weed” because of its bad habit of multiplying in gardens.
From an herbalist’s perspective, however, plantain is a valuable ally. Its leaves have antihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties, which are great for soothing insect bites (mosquitoes, bees, hornets, wasps, horseflies, etc.).
Other plants such as mint, parsley or dandelions also share these benefits.
in practice
Plantain is an easily recognizable “weed.” Its leaves are arranged around a central axis in the shape of rabbit ears.
When they are crumpled, they release a bushy-smelling sap. It is this juice that relieves mosquito bites.
Simply apply the leaves like a compress to enjoy its benefits.
baking soda
Baking soda is this famous white powder that is used in different everyday situations: cooking vegetables, tenderizing meat, aerating cakes, whitening teeth…
It has also been shown to be effective in relieving itching from mosquito bites.
in practice
Just mix three parts baking soda to one part water. The resulting paste can be applied directly or with a cloth to the bite for at least 5 minutes.
vinegar
By scratching a mosquito pimple a lot, it can turn into a mild pain on the skin.
Apple cider vinegar is the ideal remedy for grandmothers. It then does triple duty: disinfects the wound, relieves itching and promotes healing.
All vinegars work, but apple cider vinegar is the funniest.
in practice
Simply apply pure vinegar to the bite using a damp compress or cloth. It doesn’t get easier than this!
hot or cold
Here’s a fifth coup for mosquito bite relief: Apply a hot or cold compress to the affected area.
This technique is often used to soften blows, but it is also very effective in the case of insect bites.
For a cold, the action will be quick and effective, but will only give you brief relief.
For the hot compress technique, obviously be careful not to burn yourself, and it will also relieve the itching in the short term.
in practice
For the “cold” technique, fill a washcloth with ice and apply it to the affected area. For the “hot” technique, soak a washcloth in hot water and apply to the bite.
