A recent study reports that several scents keep the mozzies away👀👇 StaceyJSbuOnECR MozzieTime
There are numerous theories as to why these insects prefer the taste of some humans rather than others.
It could be what you’re wearing, or bacteria on skin, but none have ever been scientifically proven to be the cause.A recent study reports that several scents keep the mozzies away. These include: the smell of lavender, citronella, clove, peppermint, basil, cedarwood, eucalyptus, peppermint, lemongrass, and rosemary.
Have you ever wondered why mozzies come for you more than anyone else? A latest study suggests that it is because of your smell.shares that production of a chemical tied to smell makes some people mosquito magnets, and it may be something they will have to deal with for the rest of their lives! Furthermore, researchers examined the chemical compounds of each participant and noticed the ones who were mosquito magnets produced carboxylic acids, used by bacteria on human skin to produce unique body odours, at much higher levels than others.
"There’s a very, very strong association between having large quantities of these fatty acids on your skin and being a mosquito magnet," said the specialists.Use a manual or electric fly swatterUse plants that deter mosquitoes
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