It is annoying to get bitten and have swollen itchy bumps despite using repellents religiously. We can be already using the most effective mosquito repellent in the world, but inappropriate usage can be THE reason why it is not protecting you from those swollen, red and itchy bites from mosquitoes. Ouch! So how? Tip 1: Apply mosquito repellent onto the surface of clothing
Applying onto the surface can prevent mosquitoes from landing onto your clothing in the first place. If it is applied underneath your clothes, your skin that is in contact with the repellent can trigger adverse reactions with increased body warmth. This is especially so if the individual is suffering from skin diseases or allergies. Tip 2: Apply sunscreen first, wait a minute or so to apply mosquito repellent It is very important to allow time for your skin to absorb sunscreen first before applying mosquito repellent to maximize skin absorption. During the day, more sunscreen reapplication is needed if you are spending long hours outdoors. Apply mosquito repellent when needed Tip 3: Never apply onto wounds, cuts and inflamed skin Chemicals and ingredients may cause the skin and the injury to be further infected. Moreover, fresh wounds and cuts have a much higher chance of infection via the exposure of harmful chemicals in mosquito repellents that. We wouldn’t want toxic chemicals to enter our bloodstream. Tip 4: Less is more Constant reapplication and using a large amount of mosquito repellent will not help in repelling mosquitoes this might lead to clogging up of pores on the skin and making it difficult to wash off after a period. Tip 5: Never apply directly onto the skin. Spray onto hands first and spread it to different parts of your body evenly Word of caution: never spray onto face, into ears and nose, and to the head, if you are bald directly. This is to have better control over the amount that is applied to your skin. Moreover, it is important not to get the repellent into your eyes, inhaled through your nose or absorbed via sensitive areas of the skin. Tip 6: Remember to apply to feet, ankles, and knees These areas are the closest to the ground and are the primary target for mosquitos. Moreover, these parts of the body are most likely to be exposed and often forgotten. Tip 7: Apply repellent in a ventilated area Different forms of repellent like sprays, lotions, and balms might have a huge unpleasant vapor or scent once applied. Good ventilation will help to bring this away and minimize inhaling these Tip 8: Apply only when needed Applying more frequently does not equate to stronger protection, neither a higher percentage of active ingredients present will give the maximum protection. Applying repellents can only bring repelling properties for a short duration of time. Determining the frequency of application should be based on the activity level, body temperature and the chances of those mosquitoes coming for you outdoors. There you have it, these are Plant4repellent’s 8 tips in maximizing and extending the efficiency of repellents once applied for outdoor activities. You will be surprised how changing the way of application can ensure you have the best protection for you and your family.
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