It is itchy, annoying, painful, and even potentially fatal. How to treat mosquito bites?
Mosquitoes are these tiny creatures that could ruin the perfect summer vacation or exotic trip. These little monsters could cause a lot of trouble. No, I am not talking about the itchy part of the problem, which Is awful enough.
They are carrying many dangerous diseases, that could harm your health.
You all know mosquitoes are attracted by human blood. When they bite they can transmit pathogens into your body that actually cause life-threatening illnesses. Some like malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus, and even HIV.
Sometimes you even don’t realize when they bite you until you start scratching yourself and get crazy.
You can’t even sleep because of the slowed, sore bump they cause when bite. People with an allergy could be menacing because they could get a fever, swollen throat, and even breathing difficulties.
Here are some great methods on how to treat mosquito bites.
Ice
The easiest mosquito bites treatment is to rub the affected area with an ice cube.
The cold temperature reduces inflammation. For better results, you can cover the bite with a bag with crushed ice.
Do not forget to put a cloth between the ice and your skin to prevent skin damages.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera has been used for medicinal purposes for ages.
It is a succulent plant and besides medical reasons, it has wide usage in cosmetics too. Its gel has a magical repair over irritated, dehydrated skin and makes it soft and gentle. Aloe vera is one of the best natural mosquito bites remedies.
Basil
Herbs are wonderful insect protectors. Lavender, rosemary, lemongrass, tea trees are natural mosquito repellents.
Basil itself is also one of these herbs that could be used not only to prepare delicious meals and sauces. This plant consists of a special chemical combination called eugenol.
It calms irritated and itchy skin. To use it simply chop fresh basil leaves and rub them over the irritated skin.
Onion
Make mosquitoes cry! Yes, onion makes us cry but it is one of the strongest mosquitoes bite reliefs.
Onion juice helps to calm irritated skin, but it also has anti-fungal functions and could prevent infections.
Baking Soda
Baking soda- the product with million usages.
You use it for cleaning, whitening, disinfecting, and so many other things, plus baking. A simple paste of baking soda and water is an easy bug bite relief.
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm is very close to mint. It could be used for upset stomach and anxiety. The combination of tannin and polyphenols prevent infections and inflammation.
Garlic
Garlic is well-known for its fantastic features. It is one of the natural antibiotics and even reduces high blood pressure.
You can use it and over mosquito bites. You should be very careful when applying garlic over a mosquito wound because it may start burning.
Mix a clove of minced garlic in melted coconut oil, and leave it for about 10 minutes.
Chamomile
Chamomile has wonderful purposes in cosmetics and medicine. I really like chamomile tea during cold months. Loaded with antioxidants, chamomile fights against heart diseases, and even cancer.
It is good for the skin as it reduces inflammation and skin irritations. You can use the tea bags to rub over the mosquito bite area. For a better result place the tea bags into the refrigerator.
Thyme
Thyme is the flavor that makes your potatoes and fish extremely delicious. But you can use it to treat mosquito bites too.
It has antifungal and antibacterial properties and could prevent infections in mosquito bites. All you need to do is to apply minced thyme leaves over the bite and leave for 10 minutes.
If you want to keep them away from your porch and garden to enjoy the lovely summer nights free of mosquito bites, plant herbs.
You can have beautiful herbal window boxes. So you could enjoy calm summer evenings, plus fresh herbs for delicious meals and cocktails.
