[toc]The mosquito bites that cause soreness, redness, itchiness and swelling on the skin are really annoying and horrible. Itching and swelling occurs because of the residual saliva that the mosquitoes leave behind after feasting on our blood. Though most bites are harmless, but sometimes a simple mosquito bite carrying virus can lead to severe skin rashes, skin infection and even more serious diseases like yellow fever, malaria, dengue and certain types of brain infections (encephalitis).
There are quite a number of home remedies that can protect and bring relief to children and adults from itching, burning, infection and swelling associated with these annoying mosquito bites. Most of these remedies require common ingredients easily available in our homes.
8 Home Remedies For Mosquito Bites
Toothpaste
One of the cheapest and easiest ways to get relief from mosquito bites is the use of toothpaste. Take a little amount of toothpaste and coat the infected areas using your fingertip and allow it to dry.
It will bring instant relief from itching and burning because of the chemicals and antioxidant properties the tooth paste contains. Peppermint or neem based toothpaste are most effective for bringing quick relief from pain and itching.
Baking Soda
Baking soda is a common ingredient that we usually have in our kitchen cupboard. Simply make a thick paste of baking soda along with little water. Dab the paste directly on the infected area.
The alkaline property of baking soda will help to subside itching and swelling shortly after the use. Wash the area afterwards with lukewarm water and apply moisturizer.
Lemon
Lemon is also an easily available home remedy for mosquito bites. Simply cut and rub a slice of lemon on the affected area. The anti-itching and anti-inflammatory properties that lemon contains will help to bring instant relief from painful itching and swelling.
Besides rubbing lemon slice, you can also apply lemon juice to get relief from mosquito bites. This also helps to avoid the bite from getting infected from the grime of fingernails.
Tea Tree Oil
The irritating mosquito bites often have the risk of getting infected. To avoid skin rashes and skin infections, application of tea tree oil is quite helpful as it contains antiseptic and antibacterial properties.
It will bring relief from itching and swelling also. Take 3-4 drops of tea tree oil and mix the same amount of water in it; apply this mixture on the bites with the help of a cotton ball. Some other essential oils that can bring relief from itching and swelling and help to avoid skin infections include lavender, rosemary, cedar oil, neem oil and hazel.
Aloe Vera
Another effective remedy for mosquito bite is Aloe Vera gel. It will not only bring relief from swelling and itching but will also help to heal the bite as it contains antibacterial properties.
You can apply the gel from a fresh aloe vera leaf or use organic aloe vera extract. Aloe vera gel is also available in cosmetic stores.
Soap
If you are looking for an easy and quick remedy, rub dry bar soap directly to the bitten area.
Allow it to work for several minutes, then wash the area with water and apply antiseptic cream.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Another effective remedy for mosquito bites is Apple Cider Vinegar. The strong anti-inflammatory property of apple cider vinegar brings relief when applied directly to the infected area.
Apply raw apply cider vinegar using cotton ball to get relief.
Ice
Ice can be a good remedy for getting rid of swelling, itching and inflammation of mosquito bites. Put some ice cubes in a piece of cotton cloth and apply directly on the bite to find quick relief.
These simple remedies can bring fast relief from mosquito bites.