How to Use Citronella As an Insect Repellent
Place several candles around the area you will be using to ensure coverage of the citronella scent.Citronella candles are suitable for repelling insects and mosquitoes in the home and on porch areas., Use citronella torches in the garden., Try...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Place several candles around the area you will be using to ensure coverage of the citronella scent.Citronella candles are suitable for repelling insects and mosquitoes in the home and on porch areas.
Generally they won't be effective in areas with free flowing air since the scent is dispersed too quickly and won't be strong enough to repel insects; the range of effectiveness is small., They are oil burners suitable for garden use in repelling air borne insects.
These are normally available from garden centers.
They are great for use during evening barbecues and other garden events.
Place several citronella torches around the garden area you wish to protect., These can be applied when bathing before contact with insects or mosquitoes is likely.
Be aware that the strength of the repellent effect may not be lasting and lotions or candles may be more effective., Citronella wrist bands are available that are advertised to offer long lasting repellent against insects and mosquitoes.
In reality they will only be effective as long as the citronella scent is strong.
You may find them useful for use on your children as an alternative to repeatedly applying a repellent lotion or spray., Citronella lotions and sprays are commonly available or you may make you own.
Citronella is generally considered safe for application to the skin but apply with care and be wary of any allergic reactions.
Apply the lotion or spray to exposed skin and avoid contact with the face and eyes.
For citronella to be effective it needs to be re-applied often, at least once an hour. -
Step 2: Use citronella torches in the garden.
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Step 3: Try citronella soaps and bath oils.
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Step 4: Consider a wrist band
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Step 5: especially for kids.
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Step 6: Try lotion or spray.
Detailed Guide
Generally they won't be effective in areas with free flowing air since the scent is dispersed too quickly and won't be strong enough to repel insects; the range of effectiveness is small., They are oil burners suitable for garden use in repelling air borne insects.
These are normally available from garden centers.
They are great for use during evening barbecues and other garden events.
Place several citronella torches around the garden area you wish to protect., These can be applied when bathing before contact with insects or mosquitoes is likely.
Be aware that the strength of the repellent effect may not be lasting and lotions or candles may be more effective., Citronella wrist bands are available that are advertised to offer long lasting repellent against insects and mosquitoes.
In reality they will only be effective as long as the citronella scent is strong.
You may find them useful for use on your children as an alternative to repeatedly applying a repellent lotion or spray., Citronella lotions and sprays are commonly available or you may make you own.
Citronella is generally considered safe for application to the skin but apply with care and be wary of any allergic reactions.
Apply the lotion or spray to exposed skin and avoid contact with the face and eyes.
For citronella to be effective it needs to be re-applied often, at least once an hour.
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