Making your own lemongrass essential oil may help repel mosquitoes that transmit the Zika virus.
In recent days, cases of the Zika virus have been detected in Vietnam, causing widespread concern. The Zika virus is transmitted through mosquitoes, so prevention is better than cure. Be prepared with mosquito repellent techniques to protect your own health and that of your loved ones.
Here's how to make lemongrass essential oil to repel mosquitoes:
Step 1:First, we'll cut off the leaves, keeping only the base. |
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Step 2:- You peel off the outer, tough skin, keeping only the white inner part of the tuber. |
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| Step 3: -Soak the lemongrass in water and alcohol. Make sure the water completely covers the lemongrass, ensuring no part floats to the surface. Any part that floats will rot during soaking, ruining the essential oil! - Leave the jar of lemongrass in a cool, dry place away from sunlight for 3 days. |
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| Step 4:- After 3 days, pour the lemongrass and rice wine mixture into a blender and blend until smooth. |
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Step 5:- Strain the liquid to remove the pulp. Pour the filtered liquid into a clean jar, seal tightly, and store in a cool, dry place for 3 weeks to allow the lemongrass to release its essential oils. |
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After 3 weeks, you can gradually extract the essential oil for use.
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| Make your own lemongrass essential oil to repel mosquitoes safely and effectively. |
According to Young Intellectuals/Channel 14
