These are the only tips and tricks that will keep mosquitoes away!

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But before we get into the avoidance techniques, it's important to note that mosquitoes find their targets by detecting their carbon monoxide output. In other words, they are likely to find you every time you breathe out. Those who enjoy snacking on humans are also attracted to skin odour, which is determined by the microbes actually living on your skin. Until scientists can come up with a full-proof way of avoiding mosquitoes without cutting off our respiratory system and removing our skin, you can use these tips and tricks to remove any "secondary cues" they use for target detection.
22 Dec 2020 English South Africa Entertainment News

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