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tnolan
Farmgirl at Heart
6 Posts
Teri
Howell
Mi
USA
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 Posted - Sep 19 2011 : 09:26:18 AM
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[i]A quick remedy that I have used on my family this past summer, is Witch Hazel (solution sold over the counter) on the Mosquito and other bug bites. I read about antiseptic properties this plant has, as well as anti-inflammatory, so thought it might work well.
I found that it works amazingly well to relieve the stinging and itching-even on those large swollen areas-when applied over the entire region with a cotton ball!
I have noticed a drastic reduction in healing time for the bites on the babes; and much to my joy, the middle of the night itching and crying is GONE with this remedy!
Now, I STOCK UP on the Witch Hazel, and carry a small sample of it with us when we go out! I highly recommend this for all the Mommy's out there! Best Wishes! LaDolceVitaGirl.blogspot.com[/i] |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Sep 19 2011 : 10:39:10 AM
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Great tip! We have an awful time with mosquitoes in the summer, especially with all the rain we have been having the past year. I'll remember it next time we all get eaten up.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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henlady35904
True Blue Farmgirl
295 Posts
Kim
Gadsden
Alabama
USA
295 Posts |
Posted - Sep 19 2011 : 1:14:37 PM
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I know this is awful but all I can find for chigger bites is dab areas with household ammonia. Works on stings too. Clear fingernail polish doesn't work for me.
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walkinwalkoutcattle
True Blue Farmgirl
1675 Posts
Megan
Paint Lick
KY
USA
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Posted - Oct 07 2011 : 05:05:47 AM
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NOTHING has worked on the chigger bites for me. I'll try ammonia next. But the Witch Hazel on mosquito bites is awesome! I'll definitely try that!
Farmgirl #2879 :)
Starbucks and sushi to green fried tomatoes and corn pudding-I wouldn't change it for the world.
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mosquitocontrol
Farmgirl in Training
34 Posts
Regina
Fayetteville
OH
USA
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Posted - Jan 15 2012 : 1:58:47 PM
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| I know this is kinda late getting to you girls but I just recently joined the forum. Have you tried lemon balm, squeeze the leaf for the oil then rub on yourself. Also wear light clothing it will help. |
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Jan 27 2012 : 3:19:39 PM
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I'm going to get me some Witch Hazel for the summer. Here in Louisiana, we have lots of mosquitoes. In fact, they are still around from the summer, just not so many.
Thanks for the information.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
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Posted - Jan 28 2012 : 08:24:30 AM
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Good to know - thanks for sharing!
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Feb 01 2012 : 7:47:30 PM
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Today, I sat outside for maybe ten minutes chatting with friends, and at least five mosquitoes bit me. Tomorrow, I'm getting the Witch Hazel. I did see it at the grocery store the other day, but did not buy it. I could not remember why I needed it. LOL. It's on the list again.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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mosquitocontrol
Farmgirl in Training
34 Posts
Regina
Fayetteville
OH
USA
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Posted - Feb 23 2012 : 1:40:38 PM
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| There are many different ways to control mosquitoes. I was reading how people use onion, and garlic to help control them. |
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mosquitocontrol
Farmgirl in Training
34 Posts
Regina
Fayetteville
OH
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2012 : 09:00:38 AM
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| Bear, has the witch hazel help in the control of mosquitoes biting you. I sure do hope so. |
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