Natural Mosquito Repellents

by Leslie Perrin

With all of the rain we are experiencing mosquitoes seem to be evil little creatures when working or sitting in the courtyard. Try some of these natural mosquito repellents to ward off these buggers!

• Splash plain rubbing alcohol on yourself and allow it to dry -  it will deter mosquitoes from biting you.

• Use half vanilla (has to be pure vanilla) and half water and mist yourself for a mosquito repellent.

• Dab lavender oil on your pulse points -- it smells great on you but repels insects.

• Plant lemon grass in your courtyard. This acts as a natural repellent, and it is also a common herb used in Vietnamese and Thai cooking!