Why use Natural Remedies?
The itch of mosquito bites can drive you nearly mad, especially if you have a bunch of these red, raised bumps. They can keep you awake at night and distracted during the day. Sitting through a business meeting without scratching is nearly impossible. Children have even less impulse control than you do, so they may scratch their bites until they bleed or become infected. Before investing in an expensive OTC medication to ease the itch, try some natural remedies to find relief.
1. Oatmeal
You probably have some oatmeal in your cupboard already. You can mix an equal amount of oatmeal and water in a bowl to create a thick paste. Simply put some of that paste on a cloth and put it on your bites for ten minutes before wiping it off. If you have been bitten all over, consider putting a cup of oatmeal into a warm bath and soaking for twenty minutes. You’ll feel more relaxed, and the oats will help soothe the itch.
2. Honey
This remedy is a quick but sticky fix. Honey has long been known as an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory substance. Just a drop on your bite can relieve the itch. This remedy is best used when you are at home with your pets and children in another room.
3. Aloe Vera
You may think of the aloe vera plant as a natural remedy for burns, but it also works to ease the inflammation and itch of mosquito bites. Just pull off the end of a spike, open it up and apply the gel to the bite.
4. Baking Soda
Most homes have at least one container of baking soda sitting around. Mix a tablespoon with enough water to make a paste and put it on the mosquito bite. Wait ten minutes and then wash it off for some true itch relief.
Wrapping Up Natural Remedies for Mosquito Bites
During the warmer months, you may find yourself itching quite a bit due to mosquito bites. While you should use a natural remedy to ease the discomfort, a better solution is to keep mosquitoes from biting you in the first place. Fortunately, MosquitoNix Atlanta can help.
MosquitoNix offers specialized treatments, including a misting service, that can virtually eliminate mosquitos from your property. The treatment is 100% safe and will not harm children, pets or bees. It is EPA approved and also rids your home of other insect pests such as ticks and fleas. You don’t have to scratch yourself silly this year.
If you need help in eliminating these pesky biting insects from your yard, our San Antonio, Texas Team here at MosquitoNix® is here to help!
