Ingredients You Already Have

Garlic – strong scent repels mosquitoes

Citrus (lemon or orange) – essential oils and peel deter insects

Cloves – aromatic spice that mosquitoes dislike

Apple cider vinegar – works as a natural deterrent when combined with other ingredients

Essential kitchen herbs (optional: basil, mint, rosemary)

1. Garlic Spray

How to make:

Crush 3–4 garlic cloves.

Soak them in 1 cup of water for 24 hours.

Strain and pour into a spray bottle.

Spray around windows, doors, and outdoor areas.

Why it works: Mosquitoes are repelled by the strong odor of garlic.

2. Citrus-Clove Mosquito Repellent

How to make: