Mosquitoes are the eternal nightmare of summer! Once, we thought mosquito coils could easily subdue them.
But it turns out that mosquitoes are far smarter than we thought.
With long-term use of mosquito coils, mosquitoes will gradually adapt and can even avoid the invasion of smoke, making us work in vain.
What can I do? Can we just sit back and let the mosquitoes run rampant?
Here are four ways you can try to keep you in charge!
1. Mosquito repellent
Mosquito repellent is like an invisible shield that protects us from mosquitoes.
The principle of mosquito repellent liquid is also very simple, it contains natural plant essences, which will emit a special smell that makes mosquitoes stay away.
Just as we hate certain smells, mosquitoes can't tolerate the smell of mosquito repellent.
It's also very simple to use, just apply the insect repellent to bare skin.
Apply evenly, and take care to avoid contact with eyes and mouth.
Due to the increasing problem of mosquito-borne diseases worldwide in recent years, mosquitoes cause about 350 million human diseases every year.
Among them, Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus are the main culprits.
They carry and transmit 22 serious arboviruses, including dengue, chikungunya, Zika virus, etc., and pose a serious threat to people's health.
For example, symptoms of dengue fever include fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, rash, etc., which can lead to shock and death in severe cases.
Symptoms of chikungunya fever include fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, rash, conjunctivitis, etc., which can lead to arthritis and neurological disorders in severe cases.
The Zika virus is even more terrifying, causing miscarriage in pregnant women, fetal malformations, and neurological defects in newborns.
In the face of these dangerous diseases, we must be vigilant and take effective measures to prevent mosquito bites.
Therefore, British scientists have found that the mosquito repellent made of cellulose nanocrystals made of waste wood can effectively reduce mosquito bites, forming a new means of mosquito control.
Cellulose, a natural substance from a wide range of sources, is found in waste materials such as wood, food, and paper.
These cellulose are cleverly treated with sulfuric acid and converted into nanocrystals to form a strong, transparent film.
This mask can be mixed with water and a small amount of glycerin to make a spray or gel that, when applied to the skin, can effectively deter mosquito bites.
Experiments have found that mosquito repellent made from cellulose can reduce mosquito bites by 80%.
Not only that, but this mosquito repellent can also help control mosquito populations by reducing their food sources.
This cellulose insect repellent also has great advantages, such as the fact that it is made from renewable resources.
It does not contain chemical substances, is safe and non-toxic, and the production cost is also very low, and it is easy to promote and use.
Cellulose mosquito repellent liquid must be a new choice for mosquito repellent in the future. In the future, with the spread of this new mosquito repellent technology, it is not impossible that all mosquitoes will starve to death.
2. Electric mosquito swatter
The electric mosquito swatter is a convenient and efficient mosquito repellent tool, which kills mosquitoes instantly by electric shock, which is simple to operate and does not produce chemical pollution.
Of course, in such a physical way, the electric mosquito swatter can not only effectively eliminate mosquitoes, but also other pests such as flies.
When using an electric mosquito swatter, it only needs to wave lightly to electrocute the mosquitoes it comes into contact with, avoiding the secondary pollution of mosquito coils and insecticides.
There are many brands and models of electronic mosquito swatters on the market, how do we choose a good electric mosquito swatter? Here are some tips you need to memorize!
Generally speaking, it is recommended to choose a model with a voltage of more than 3000V and a power of less than 5W.
This ensures a good insecticidal effect and avoids excessive power consumption.
The next thing is to look at the material and quality of the electric mosquito swatter.
The electronic mosquito swatter will inevitably be bumped or dropped during use, so the material must be strong. ABS plastic and aluminum alloy are currently the most recommended materials, if you want to have an electronic mosquito swatter that is easy to use and does not get tired of fighting mosquitoes, in addition to looking at its lethality, you should also pay attention to the following three important factors:
1. Shape and size
The shape and size of the electronic mosquito swatter should be ergonomically designed to facilitate the user's holding and operation, and too small or too large mosquito swatter will affect the use experience.
In general, the handle should have a certain curvature, and the mesh should be of a moderate size to be able to easily shoot mosquitoes.
2. Weight
An overly heavy mosquito swatter can make people feel tired when used for long periods of time, especially for the elderly and children.
It is recommended to choose a mosquito swatter weighing less than 0.5 kg, which will be more comfortable to use.
3. Handle design
The handle design should focus on non-slip and comfort, preferably with a non-slip texture or silicone wrap.
To avoid slipping when your hands are sweaty, of course, the size of the handle should be moderate to make it easy to hold.
3. Soak raw B1 tablets in water
Vitamin B1 tablets soaked in water are an affordable way to repel mosquitoes.
It's as simple as dissolving a few vitamin B1 tablets in water and placing the solution in a corner of the room or on a door or window.
Why can vitamin B1 tablets be soaked in water to repel mosquitoes?
This is because vitamin B1 tablets will release a slight special smell when soaked in water, which is almost invisible to humans, but mosquitoes are very annoying and will stay away.
And vitamin B1 tablets are cheap, you can buy a large bottle for a few dollars.
Since vitamin B1 tablets are an essential vitamin, they are harmless to the human body.
However, it should also be noted that the vitamin B1 tablet solution needs to be replaced regularly, generally every 2-3 days.
In addition to soaking in water to repel mosquitoes, you can also spray vitamin B1 tablets directly on the skin to directly repel mosquitoes.
So, give it a try this summer.
Fourth, plant mosquito repellent plants
In addition to the above 3 methods, planting mosquito repellent plants is a green and environmentally friendly way to repel mosquitoes.
The first is lavender, which is known as lavender, whose scent interferes with mosquitoes' sensory systems and keeps them away from the room.
Therefore, many people choose to grow lavender at home, hoping to get rid of mosquitoes.
But you know what? There are many plants on the market that look like lavender, but they do not have mosquito repellent effect.
If you accidentally buy the wrong one, it's all in vain! Here are some tips for telling you what to tell from a fake lavender.
First of all, look at the flower color, the true lavender flower color is lilac or dark purple, and the flowers are arranged in a spike-like arrangement.
Second, smell the fragrance, the fragrance of lavender is fresh and elegant, slightly sweet.
Finally, when you touch the leaves, the leaves of lavender are gray-green with white hairs on the back.
If you are not confident in your ability to discern, it is advisable to choose a reputable merchant to buy lavender.
In this way, you can ensure that you buy a real mosquito repellent master! What are some flowers in life that are particularly easy to think of as lavender?
The first type that is easy to mistake is the willow-leaved verbena, which has a slender and straight body, with a height of 60-150 cm, like a tall person, standing proudly in the garden.
It is light-loving, drought-tolerant, and grows well in warm climates.
Where the sun is shining, it will thrive and produce beautiful flowers.
But in the cold north, the willow-leaved verbena can only be cultivated as an annual.
Because its ability to resist cold is relatively weak, it will die when it encounters frost.
Spike flower Pona, is another flower that can be easily mistaken with lavender.
Its appearance is outstanding, with beautiful spike-like inflorescences and colorful flower colors, which makes people feel excited at a glance.
From July to September, it blooms, and the spike-like inflorescences dance in the sun like flower fairies.
She loves light, is tolerant of semi-shade, prefers warmth, hardiness, and prefers fertile, deep, well-drained sandy loam soils. These harsh requirements have greatly increased the difficulty of her cultivation.
Random grass, a perennial root-based herb from North America, has a very unique name.
Its flowers are also special, with the apical spikes clustered into panicles, like a small firework, which blooms from July to September to add a splash of color to the summer days.
The character of the random grass is also very casual, and the requirements for the environment are not picky.
It likes light, can also tolerate semi-shade, cold, and heat, and likes moisture, but not drought.
Anyway, it's a very adaptable Xiaoqiang.
In addition to lavender, marigolds can also repel mosquitoes. This is because marigolds contain natural insecticidal ingredients that repel and kill mosquitoes.
Marigolds, also known as calendula, have erect, stout stalks, pinnate split leaves, and brightly colored capitate inflorescences.
So from July to September, marigolds bloom in the sun like a costumed dancer.
Marigold is not only beautiful, but also auspicious, and in traditional Chinese culture, it symbolizes longevity, wealth, and good fortune.
Therefore, people often plant it at home, entrusting their yearning for a better life.
Marigold picking should be done at a time when the temperature is low and the humidity is high, and the best time is 1 to 2 days before the flowering period. Put it in water immediately after picking to extend its freshness life.
If you have a marigold in a pot at home, you can pick it and sow it directly in a pot.
Compared to other plants, it requires less management and does not require frequent fertilization.
Marigold's is not only able to repel mosquitoes, its petals are also edible, and it is also able to absorb harmful gases in the air.
So placing these mosquito-repellent plants on windowsills, balconies, or in every corner of the room can not only purify the air, but also create a mosquito-free living environment, which really kills two birds with one stone.
Mosquito repellent is actually very simple, just choose the method that suits you and use it reasonably, you can create a comfortable mosquito-free living environment.
Hopefully, these practical mosquito repellent methods will help you spend a peaceful and comfortable summer.
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2024-05-15 Top Breeze 7DL "The biggest nemesis of mosquitoes is not mosquito coils? In fact, mosquito repellent is very simple, and you are not afraid to sleep with the window open"
2023-04-24 LearnNatur
2023-04-17 Shanshui Qingtian How to choose a good electronic mosquito swatter? This article makes it clear"
2020-08-13 Beijing Municipal Bureau of Landscaping and Landscaping