April 16, 2024, 8:55 am | Read time: 2 minutes
The days are getting longer, the temperatures milder, and there’s occasional rain. These are the best conditions for mosquitoes. However, there are ways to repel mosquitoes.
From incense sticks and repellent plants to anti-mosquito spray, there are many ways to ward off mosquitoes. However, these often don’t look or smell pleasant. myHOMEBOOK editor Franka Kruse-Gering explains in the video how to easily make a decorative and pleasantly scented anti-mosquito candle yourself.
What you need:
- A jam jar
- Citrus fruits, such as limes and lemons
- Rosemary
- Eucalyptus oil
- Water
- Floating candle
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How to make an anti-mosquito candle:
Making an anti-mosquito candle yourself is not particularly complicated. Basically, you fill the jam jar with the appropriate ingredients and mix them. You can add the citrus fruits to the jar as you like. There are no limits to your imagination when it comes to quantities.
You can arrange the rosemary in decorative patterns around the inside of the jam jar. There’s no need to stick to a specific amount of eucalyptus oil either; you can go by feel. Finally, fill the jar with water and place a floating candle inside.
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How the anti-mosquito candle works
Mosquitoes react to scents, which is why they are more attracted to some people than others. However, there are also scents that mosquitoes absolutely cannot stand. These include citrus fruits, rosemary, and eucalyptus. By combining several of these components, you create an effective mosquito repellent.