Treat Mosquito Bite Naturally
The most common form of insect bite that a human encounters with in his life span is mosquito bites. The symptoms associated with mosquito bite vary greatly owing to the countless species found all over world.
Given below are some tested and reliable remedies to alleviate the inflammation, pain, and swelling generally, associated with mosquito bite.
Melaleuca Oil – The usage of melaleuca oil to treat inflammations caused by mosquito bite is one of the most effectual remedies. Application of three or four drops of pure melaleuca oil directly over bite affected area aids in diminishing redness, irritation, swelling and inflammation. This should be repeated after every two hours till the time redness and itching disappears.
Citrus Paradise – Application of citrus paradise seed’s extract directly over the mosquito bites endows with almost instantaneous relief from pain, skin irritation, and itching. Appliance of this extract also paces up the healing process of skin and confines spread of inflammation. It is advisable for persons with known medical history of skin allergies to dilute citrus paradise seed’s extract with equivalent proportions of fresh water or pure vegetable oil prior to appliance on affected portions of skin.
Natural Healer – A blend of baking soda and fresh distilled water in proportion of 1:2 should be prepared and applied over bitten portions to get immediate relief from itching, swelling, and redness. Rubbing half of raw garlic clove over swelling reduces swelling and provides immediate relief from itching.
Indian lilac – The leaves and bark of Indian lilac tree are known for their extraordinarily therapeutic benefits for human health. Juice of this tree’s leaves should be applied over mosquito bite to confine the spread of inflammation. In case of poisonous mosquito bites, rubbing of this decoction over and surrounding affected portions aids in complete annihilation of toxins through skin pores.
Herbal Soap – Washing thoroughly with herbal antiseptic soaps several times a day under running water is also a great remedy to treat mosquito bites. It is essential to first rinse the affected portion with water prior to washing with soap.
Compress – A hot compress applied directly over swelling provides much relief from pain and other added symptoms.
