Natural Protection from Mosquitoes

Samara Botane Nature Intelligence

It's getting to be that time again!! Here are tips to help control the growth of mosquitoes in and around your yard.

Carefully inspect your yard and remove any containers that may fill with rainwater and provide a breeding place for mosquitoes.
Install or repair screens.
Support Community-based mosquito control programs.
When the sun begins to set and mosquitoes come out, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants with socks.
Use an effective repellent - the only way to prevent the possibility of the disease is to prevent being bitten.

Samara Botane has carefully researched the safest, most effective natural ingredients for detracting mosquitoes available in the following products:

Bugs-Off, Natural Insect Repellent, now offered in several product choices:

A pure essential oil synergy in 5 ml dropper bottle. The primary ingredient in this synergy is Nepeta cataria, proven to be more effective than Deet for repelling most insects, and includes 7 other essential oils with insect repelling properties. This undiluted essential oil synergy can be dropped into your palms, rubbed together and applied to clothing. You can also add a few drops to the melted wax (avoid dropping into flame) in a candle or added to a tealight diffuser. You can add a few drops to a fixed oil or lotion for applying to the skin and hair. Do not apply the pure synergy directly to skin without dilution.

Easy to use vinegar-based fine mist spray in 2, 4 and 8 oz. durable plastic bottle. This product is a potent combination of infused lavender-spearmint vinegar (for normal pH balance), the essential oil synergy and distilled water. The convenient 2 oz. size is perfect for carrying in a pocket or purse and can be refilled from the larger sizes which are more suitable for camping or extended outdoor circumstances. The proprietary essential oil synergy is a combination of Nepeta cataria and 7 other pure essential oils that have insect repelling qualities.
2 oz.

4 oz.

8 oz.

An Aloe Vera Gelle base infused with the pure synergy in 4 oz plastic jar. This is a lovely, non-greasy application that will coat skin lightly and eventually absorb nicely into the skin. Excellent for elderly or sensitive skin and for those who prefer a topical application rather than a spray.
2 oz. 4 oz.

PLEASE READ: IT HAS RECENTLY COME TO OUR ATTENTION THAT COUGARS AND OTHER LARGE CATS MAY BE ATTRACTED TO CATNIP. FOR THIS REASON, WE RECOMMEND NOT USING THIS PRODUCT WHILE HIKING IN AREAS THAT COUGARS, LYNX'S, BOBCATS OR OTHER LARGE CATS MAY FREQUENT.

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Mosquito on finger

Photo Courtesy Jim Gathany, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Up Close

Mosquitoes are insects that have been around for over 30 million years. And it seems that, during those millions of years, mosquitoes have been honing their skills so that they are now experts at finding people to bite. A mosquito has a battery of sensors designed to track their prey, including:

Chemical sensors - mosquitoes can sense carbon dioxide and lactic acid up to 100 feet (36 meters) away. Mammals and birds gives off these gases as part of their normal breathing. Certain chemicals in sweat also seem to attract mosquitoes (people who don't sweat much don't get nearly as many mosquito bites).

Visual sensors - if you are wearing clothing that contrasts with the background, and especially if you move while wearing that clothing, mosquitoes can see you and zero in on you. It's a good bet that anything moving is "alive", and therefore full of blood, so this is a good strategy.

Heat sensors - Mosquitoes can detect heat, so they can find warm-blooded mammals and birds very easily once they get close enough.

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