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Fresh Air natural solutions
Mosquito Bites/Repellent
Eucalyptus Oil for treating bites and as a repellent.
Effectiveness: 97%
Repellent Prevention: up to four hours
Bite Relief (itching and swelling): Immediate
Active Compound: PMD (para-menthane-3,8-diol)
Synthetic Repellent Equivalent: DEET
Other Properties: anti-inflammatory and antiseptic
Preparation: Mix 10-30 drops of eucalyptus oil with 59 ml of water (2 oz) in a spray bottle and apply topically.
Caution: Generally considered safe. Consider conducting a patch test before applying to avoid allergic reactions.
Retail Source: health stores, NationalNutrition.ca
Created: 8-9-2025
Updated: 8-9-2025
