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Mosquitoes can turn peaceful evenings into frustrating battles, especially during monsoon. While most people rely on mosquito coils, sprays, or liquid vaporizers, these often come with chemical risks — especially for children, the elderly, or those with respiratory issues.

Thankfully, your kitchen is full of safe and effective natural alternatives. These easy home remedies not only repel mosquitoes but also leave your space smelling fresh and chemical-free.

This remedy is perfect for small rooms or kids' bedrooms.

• How to use: Cut a lemon in half and insert 4–5 cloves into each half.

• Place the halves near windows, corners, or your bedside.

• Why it works: The eugenol in cloves combined with the citrusy aroma of lemon creates a scent that mosquitoes can’t tolerate.

A gentle way to keep mosquitoes away overnight.

• Mix 1–2 pieces of camphor in a small bowl of mustard oil.

• Keep it open in a corner or soak cotton balls and place them around the room.

• Can also be used in aroma diffusers.

• Why it works: The strong, pungent smell creates a natural mosquito barrier.

Perfect for applying on the body or diffusing in the room.

• Mix neem oil with coconut oil and apply it to exposed skin.

• You can also add a few drops to a diffuser for room-wide protection.

• Why it works: Neem is rich in natural insect-repelling compounds and is safe for most skin types.

Traditional, powerful, and natural.

• Garlic spray: Boil crushed garlic cloves in water, let it cool, and spray around the room.

• Onion trick: Keep chopped onions near windows or doors to block mosquito entry.

• Why it works: The strong sulfuric compounds released repel mosquitoes effectively.

Best used before bedtime.

• Burn a few dry bay leaves with a bit of camphor in a small pan.

• Let the smoke gently fill the room for a few minutes.

• Why it works: Both ingredients have mosquito-repelling and air-purifying properties.