Lemon peels against flies and mosquitoes: why it is wrong. Here is the remedy that works.

If you want to keep bugs away, it is best to use preventative measures. An effective one is the mosquito net or frequent cleaning of the house, to prevent insects from finding a suitable environment to lay their eggs.

An effective scent against mosquitoes.

In addition to lemon peels against flies and mosquitoes, there are several natural repellents that are effective in keeping insects away. For example, eucalyptus, lemongrass, peppermint, geranium and lavender essential oils. They are suitable when diffused into the air or applied to the skin.

Some studies support   the effectiveness of natural insect repellents. For example,   citronella oil is effective as a mosquito repellent, as is using  lavender-based products.

However, citronella candles, which are often sold as natural mosquito repellents, have no scientific evidence to actually prove their effectiveness in repelling insects.

Very often it is a matter of carefully calibrating the oil concentrations in the different products, so that the remedy is effective against insects.