How To Avoid Mosquitoes
Avoiding mosquitoes helps prevent not just itchy bites but also diseases like malaria, dengue, Zika, and West Nile virus. Here’s how to keep mosquitoes away effectively:
✅ How to Avoid Mosquitoes
1. Use Mosquito Repellents
- Apply repellents with DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
- For natural options: try citronella, lavender, or peppermint oil—but reapply often.
2. Wear Protective Clothing
- Cover up with long sleeves, long pants, and socks.
- Choose light-colored clothing—mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors.
3. Avoid Mosquito Active Hours
- Most mosquitoes bite at dawn and dusk—stay indoors during these times if possible.
4. Install Screens and Use Nets
- Use window and door screens to keep mosquitoes out.
- Sleep under a mosquito net, especially in high-risk areas.
5. Remove Standing Water
- Mosquitoes lay eggs in water. Empty or clean:
- Buckets, bird baths, flower pots
- Gutters and puddles
- Pet bowls and kiddie pools
6. Use Mosquito Traps or Coils
- Mosquito coils, vaporizers, or UV traps can reduce their numbers indoors and in gardens.
7. Run Fans
- Mosquitoes are weak fliers—ceiling or floor fans make it harder for them to land on you.
8. Use Insect-Repellent Plants
- Grow or place plants like citronella, lavender, basil, mint, or marigolds around your home or patio.