Don't Spray Perfumed Water After a Mosquito Bite
After being bitten by mosquitoes in the summer, many people are accustomed to spraying some perfumed water. In fact, this method not only fails to relieve itching but can also lead to poisoning.
Perfumed water is used to repel mosquitoes and relieve itching, and many people apply it to the red, swollen area after being bitten. In fact, this common handling method is completely wrong; it not only fails to relieve itching but can also lead to poisoning.
The reason perfumed water can prevent mosquito bites is that it contains "IR3535". However, it only has a "preventive" effect and is ineffective after a bite. Moreover, the repellent in perfumed water is slightly toxic. When a person is bitten by a mosquito, a wound is left on the skin. Many people also scratch the area due to pain and itching, breaking the skin and even causing it to bleed. Applying perfumed water at this point allows chemicals such as alcohol and the repellent to directly penetrate the skin through the wound, entering the body. This not only fails to reduce inflammation but worsens skin damage and can even cause poisoning. Therefore, after being bitten by mosquitoes, never spray perfumed water on the bite, and avoid scratching the area to prevent infection. You can first rinse the area with soapy water or a baking soda solution to neutralize the acidic toxins secreted by the mosquito.
When using perfumed water to prevent mosquito bites, do not apply it directly to the body. You should add 2-3 drops to bathwater for a diluted bath, or apply it to a bamboo mat. It should be noted that for infants and young children, it must be diluted at least 4-5 times.