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Mosquito Bites - Editor's Choice

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Mosquito bites are not just itchy—they can also become inflamed, infected, or even scarred if scratched too much. Fortunately, many natural remedies for mosquito bites offer fast, soothing relief using ingredients you likely have at home.

1. Cold Compress

Applying a cold compress helps reduce inflammation and numbs the itch almost instantly.

  • How to Use: Wrap ice in a clean cloth and apply to the bite for 10–15 minutes.
  • Why It Works: Cold constricts blood vessels and calms irritated nerve endings.

2. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera gel cools the skin and reduces itching and redness. It also speeds healing.

  • How to Use: Apply fresh aloe vera gel directly from the plant or use a store-bought pure gel.
  • Extra Benefit: Helps prevent scarring when applied consistently.

3. Baking Soda Paste

Highly effective for neutralizing itching and calming skin irritation from mosquito bites.

  • How to Use: Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with a few drops of water. Apply paste to the bite for 10 minutes.
  • Good For: Multiple bites and sensitive skin types.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help with mosquito bites.

  • How to Use: Dab a small amount onto a cotton ball and press gently on the bite. Dilute with water if needed.
  • Bonus Tip: Soak in a bath with 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar for widespread bites.

5. Honey

Raw honey is a natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent that helps soothe and protect mosquito bites.

  • How to Use: Apply a small drop to the bite and leave it uncovered or lightly bandaged.
  • Helps With: Itching, swelling, and minor infection prevention.

6. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil can relieve itching, reduce swelling, and protect the bite from infection.

  • How to Use: Dilute a few drops with a carrier oil (like coconut oil) and dab on the bite.
  • Note: Never apply undiluted essential oils to broken or irritated skin.

7. Witch Hazel

Witch hazel acts as a natural astringent to reduce swelling and soothe itching.

  • How to Use: Apply with a cotton pad up to 3 times daily.
  • Especially Effective For: Fresh mosquito bites that are red or inflamed.

8. Basil Leaves

Basil contains eugenol, a compound known to relieve itching and irritation.

  • How to Use: Crush fresh basil leaves and rub gently onto the skin or steep them in hot water, cool the liquid, and apply with a cloth.
  • All-Natural Relief: Great alternative to commercial anti-itch creams.

9. Oatmeal Paste

Colloidal oatmeal contains anti-inflammatory compounds that calm itchy, irritated skin.

  • How to Use: Mix equal parts oatmeal and water to create a paste. Apply to the bite and rinse off after 10–15 minutes.
  • Great For: Kids and adults with sensitive skin.

10. Salt Paste

Salt has natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce mosquito bite irritation.

  • How to Use: Mix fine salt with water to form a paste. Apply to the bite and rinse after a few minutes.
  • Optional: Use sea salt or Himalayan salt for additional minerals.

When to Be Concerned

Mosquito bites are usually harmless, but watch for signs of serious reactions such as:

  • Extreme swelling or redness that spreads
  • Fever or flu-like symptoms (possible mosquito-borne illness)
  • Signs of infection like pus or increasing pain

Conclusion

Using these natural remedies for mosquito bites can help you quickly reduce discomfort and prevent complications. Choose the remedies that work best for your skin type and keep them on hand during mosquito season for fast relief.

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High Dose B1 (Thiamine)

Posted by PayItForward (Travelling) on 08/03/2021 67 posts
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Edited 6/10/24 at 10:14 pm
Mosquito Bite Prevention Treatment:

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure... I had dreadful reactions for 30+ yrs. Swelling and incomprehensible itching. The kind that can drive you half mad and make you want to claw a hole in your body. And I thought I'd tried everything over the decades; every potion, lotion, even hot spoons. Nothing worked. If there was one of these devil tormentors within a 10 mile radius it seemed to find me. I finally found relief in Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) 400-500 mg taken daily, and no less! The remedy came from a pharmacy in Thailand. Allegedly mozzys do not like the smell, though we can't smell it. It shocked me it worked so well. I got the odd bite but it didn't swell, remained tiny, and barely an itch. Before I'd have 12+ welts with tormenting itching 24/7. Now I might only get one, and no welts and no bother.

Friends who travel in hot mozzy infested areas and countries were also impressed too. On annual trips, they would start taking this one week before their trip. But taking the right dose seems vital - If the dosage was skimped on (300 mg or less) it did NOT work. Some people take it in divided doses am/pm but I just took it all at once, so can't comment if that's more effective. I've also read that Vitamin B1 is a myth and is not a systemic mosquito repellent. However, I can attest it's worked for me and others when nothing else did.


Dishwashing Liquid

Posted by Timta (Thailand) on 09/12/2020
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If you have pots and pans or small ponds of rainwater in your yard squirt a very small amount of any hand dishwashing liquid on them. This breaks the surface's attention of the water and mosquitos cannot land on the water to lay eggs. This trick really works and reduces mosquitos if you collect rainwater or have small ponds of water in your yard.


Vitamin B

Posted by Phil (Mt Juliet, Tn) on 09/07/2020
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VITAMIN B FOR MOSQUITOES

I used to attract Mosquitoes. I had Banana Trees in Kona with big leaves that held rainwater at the leaf stem. When I went near the trees in the rainy season, they would swarm all around me. I used skin so soft to repel them. That works if you put it on your skin every day. I was told about vitamin B and started taking a full complex of vitamin B, two tablets every day. That stopped the Mosquito bites. Some would swarm near, and occasionally one would land. But no bites. After a while, I reduced to one tablet every day. I went about ten years without one bite taking complete vitamin B every day. The only exception was when I was moving recently, I received a mosquito bite before I moved, and after I moved, I received a second bite. Vitamin B is a stress vitamin, and the move was more stressful for me.

Our granddaughter came to Hawaii once a year during the summer, and immediately she was attacked around the Banana plants. We gave her two vitamin B a day for three days. After that, we reduced it to one pill per day. She wasn't bothered again until she went home to Tennessee. After a few bites at home, she started taking vitamin B, successfully deterring Mosquitos.

I know a few tests that have been made discounting the effect. It has worked for me. Good luck.



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