3. Lavender
Lavender essential oil is very fragrant and mosquitoes do not like the smell so they will avoid it at all costs. Another benefit to keeping this oil around is that not only does it repel mosquitoes, but it can also soothe mosquito bites if they do occurs. Just make sure to properly dilute it per the instructions on the bottle before you apply it to your skin to reduce the risk of irritation. After you make a diluted preparation, dab some of the oil into ankles and wrists so that you smell like lavender to keep mosquitoes away.
In addition to using liberal amounts of this essential oil around your outdoor space, consider adding some lavender plants. The plants work almost as well as the oil to prevent mosquitoes from buzzing around.
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