It’s long been said that citronella keeps bugs at bay. But while most people do so using candles and oils, did you know that ...

Citronella oil is one of the most popular essential oils, derived from the leaves and stems of Cymbopogon, commonly known as lemongrass. Among the approximately 50 species of lemongrass, Cymbopogon ...

Essential oils (like citronella) are just not that great at repelling mosquitoes and ticks. And in candle form, there's no indication that they provide more protection than any other candle ...

Here’s what does and doesn’t work. Gimmicky repellents don’t work Citronella has been regarded as a “natural” mosquito repellent. But there’s no indication that citronella candles ...

There are also numerous reports demonstrating mosquitoes don’t bite when they land on DEET-treated skin. This is because DEET acts as a contact-based repellent and conveys a chemical message to ...

In comparison, natural repellents like Citronella offer lesser protection. A rise in temperature and the presence of stagnant unclean water gives rise to mosquito population. These blood-feeding ...