Set of 2 Mainstays 14 Oz Citronella Candle Blue Glaze I recently started making a DIY cinnamon mosquito repellent, but I have to admit that I much prefer the lemon-like scent of citronella to the ...

When it comes to mosquito repellent, there are several essential oils that are known to be effective. These include citronella, lemon eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, and tea tree oil.

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 ...

Shop Now Lemon balm contains a compound called citronellal, which has an effect similar to the mosquito repellent citronella.

And if you’re in the market for a repellent, picaridin and DEET block a much wider number of receptors on a more consistent basis than citronella candles.

Citronella and citrus oils like limonene are popular and well-known insect repellents. They’re commonly used in candles to help repel insects. Studies suggest citronella helps repel mosquitoes ...