12 Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites

Summer is here, and so are mosquitoes! And who would like to be itching all over because of the mosquito bites? Here are some easy remedies that can soothe the skin irritation. The good news is that they are homemade. So before they bite, it’s best that you know how to prepare at least one or two of these helpful remedies.

1. Basil

Basil leaves contain camphor that creates a cooling feeling that’s similar to the menthol we have in our toothpastes. Simply crush up some leaves and place them directly on the bite.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

2. Essential oils

Essential oils like tea tree, lavender, and coconut oil have properties that can relieve itching, swelling, and pain. They work wonders for mosquito bites. Tea tree is antibacterial so aside from calming the itch, it will also prevent infection.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

3. Toothpaste

With a pea-sized paste, apply directly to the bite and feel the minty freshness relieving the itch.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

4. Banana

To relieve itch and restore comfort, rub the inside of a banana peel on the bite.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

5. Scotch tape

Well, it actually doesn’t heal the itch. Rather, it prevents you from scratching the itchy part of your skin, preventing risks of infection.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

 

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6. Garlic

Mince some garlic and apply it to the affected area. Leave it on for a few minutes before washing it off.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

7. Ice

Shock the bite with something cold and stop the itching. Ice is a natural nerve-number that conducts itching or pain so you can’t feel the itch.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

8. Honey

Honey is a natural antibiotic so drop some onto the itching part, and they’ll be gone in a few minutes.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

9. Baking soda

Make a paste by mixing soda and warm water then apply it to the bite. Leave it on for a few minutes and rinse off.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

10. Aspirin

Crush some Aspirin tablets and mix them into a paste with water. Apply to the affected area.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

 

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11. Alcohol

Alcohol or any clear liquor can soothe the itch with its cooling effect.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

12. Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has antibacterial qualities and can calm itching.

12 Simple Ways To Relieve Mosquito Bites

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