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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Ottilie Blackhall

Does vanilla extract repel mosquitoes? Our entomologists explore the benefits and drawbacks of this all-natural alternative

Exposed brick kitchen with large wooden island, green cupboard, yellow sideboard and large oval mirror with a gold pendant lamp with white shades.

Spending time outdoors, be it on your deck, patio or whilst busy gardening is a joy but one snag remains an irritation – mosquitoes. And, they can end up bothering you both outside and inside as early as February in some regions.

With nasty, itchy bites, mosquitoes emerge in spring and peak during summer, drawn out by the increasing temperature. While repellents are an effective way to keep bugs and bites at bay, the majority contain a whole host of harsh chemicals, leaving many hoping for a more natural alternative that works.

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