Cloves are not only used for adding flavor to food; they can also be a good natural way to keep insects away, especially in places where there are annoying bugs like mosquitoes and ants. Here’s how using cloves can help you keep pests away from your home and use fewer chemical repellents.
Natural Bug Repellent: Cloves have eugenol, a substance that is very good at keeping insects away. Eugenol has a powerful smell that many insects find unpleasant, so it works as a natural repellent. This makes cloves a great option for people who want to avoid insect repellents with chemicals.
How to Use Cloves to Keep Insects Away:
You can put whole cloves in an electric air freshener or a bug repellent device. The warmth makes the eugenol come out into the air, spreading a smell that insects don’t like.
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