It has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits ... as the DEET repellent at preventing mosquito bites for seven hours.
When a mosquito pierces your skin, it does more than cause a fleeting moment of discomfort—it sets off a chain reaction ...
A cold compress The most basic home remedy for mosquito bites is ... in some over-the-counter anti-itch treatments, says Agbortoko. You can buy the essential oil at a local health food store.