Mosquitoes are an unpleasant summer companion that everyone wants to get rid of as soon as possible.Although stores offer many expensive repellants, there are also simple and effective home tricks that can help you fight these pesky insects..
Toothpaste: An unexpected helper in the fight against mosquitoes
One of the non-traditional solutions that is gaining more and more followers is the use of toothpaste.You can also use this common daily hygiene product for another purpose.All you have to do is prepare a paper towel and apply a thin layer of menthol toothpaste on it.Then roll the towel into a tight roll and apply the paste to its outer side as well.
Place the finished roll in a heat-resistant container and carefully set fire to its end.The paper starts to gently smolder and spread a pleasant minty smell that repels mosquitoes.However, it is important not to leave smoldering paper unattended and to extinguish it thoroughly before going to bed.
Coffee as an effective mosquito repellent
Another interesting tip that has become popular thanks to social networks is the use of ground coffee.Just pour dry ground coffee into a bowl and light it.The smoke produced when the coffee is smoldering effectively repels mosquitoes from the area.To increase the effect, you can mix coffee with other herbs, such as bay leaf, dried rosemary or basil.
These unconventional but effective methods are a great alternative for those looking for cheap and natural mosquito repellent solutions.Plus, you probably already have most of the ingredients you need at home, making these tricks even more affordable.Try them and see for yourself their effectiveness!
