The Dos and Don'ts of Mosquito Repellent.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by AARP
Mosquitoes are a nuisance and can transmit serious diseases, but there are ways to repel them. Bathing with coconut-scented soap, wearing permethrin-treated clothing, switching up your wardrobe to avoid preferred colors, using insect repellent containing DEET, and lawn treatments are effective ways to keep mosquitoes at bay. Citronella candles and plants, ultrasonic devices, and vitamin B12 supplements are not effective in repelling mosquitoes.