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2. Citronella oil - Wikipedia

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   Citronella oil is an essential oil obtained from the leaves and stems of different species of Cymbopogon (lemongrass). The oil is used extensively as a source of perfumery chemicals such as citronellal , citronellol , and geraniol .

3. These Plants and Herbs Will Actually Repel Mosquitoes - AOL

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   Citronella grass, sometimes called mosquito grass, may sound familiar to you! That's because extracts from the plant are a go-to ingredient for many commercial repellents ... mosquitoes hate it! A ...

4. List of pest-repelling plants - Wikipedia

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   Citronella grass: repels insects, may deter cats [5] Citrosa: proven not to repel mosquitoes [6] Clovers: repel aphids and wireworms [3] Common lantana: repels mosquitoes [1] Coriander: repels aphids, Colorado potato beetle, and spider mites [3] Cosmos: repel the corn earworm: Crown imperial: repel rabbits, mice, moles, voles and ground ...

5. Do Citronella Candles Work? Because the Mosquitos Are ... - AOL

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   Mosquitoes (i.e., the bane of our existence in the summer) are not only annoying, but they’re also known disease-carriers that can pose a considerable health risk. (Think: West Nile Virus ...

6. Insect repellent - Wikipedia

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   Synthetic repellents tend to be more effective and/or longer lasting than "natural" repellents. [1] [2]For protection against ticks and mosquito bites, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends DEET, icaridin (picaridin, KBR 3023), oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), para-menthane-diol (PMD), IR3535 and 2-undecanone with the caveat that higher percentages of the active ingredient ...

7. 7 ways to avoid (or at least diminish) mosquito bites this ...

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   Turn on high-powered fans: Mosquitoes hate flying against wind, so a simple fan can add some protection when sitting outside, Reiskind said. 7. Cover your skin : Wear clothing that covers hands ...