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Q: How come when you lite citronella candles you still get bit by mosquitoes?
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Where does citronella oil come from?

Citronella oil is derived from the drying of a grassy plant called Cymbopogon Nardus. It is a natural product as opposed to a chemical repellent such as is used in a bug spray repellent.According to the EPA, citronella oil has been used for over 50 years as an insect repellent. It works to repel insects without harming or killing them. Citronella oil repels varies insects such as mosquitoes, black flies, flies and ticks.It has a distinctive odor which makes it difficult for some insects to locate a host.


Do citronella candles work!?

Most people agree that citronella helps fight off mosquitoes, but not much. Here is what FAQ Farmer Marcy had to say: "Citronella is OK. The problem with this is, if there is the slightest breeze it can certainly affect what it's suppose to do. Many people don't care for the smell of it and if some people have allergies it can bother them." Here is what gardening expert Walter Reeves said about it: "Citronella can reduce the number of bites - but only for people who stand very close to the candle or Tiki torch. If you enjoy smelling like smoke and risking a clothes fire, smoke-generating mosquito products might be for you."


What tipe of candles can you get?

You can buy Soy Candles, Palm Wax Candles, Paraffin Candles, or Beeswax candles. They come in all different shapes and sizes and containers as well.


How offten do mosquitoes come out?

Mosquitos come out every summer.


Are mosquitoes protists?

No. Mosquitoes transmit protists through biting, which is where diseases like malaria come from.


Where do the mosquitoes come from?

Everywhere that there is fresh water.


What year did sixteen candles come out?

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Do you blow out your birthday candles then make a wish?

You make your wish first, then blow out the candles. If you blow out the candles in one breath then your wish is supposed to come true.


What are the advantages to using tealight candles?

Advantages to using tealight candles include that they are cheaper than traditional candles and they often come with their own holder. They are more sturdy than larger candles and the melted wax collects in the holder.


Why do mosquitoes come out at night?

I think it's because it's cooler out then. It' usually too hot for them in the day. They like cool, dark, damp places. Hope this was a good answer. If not, I'd go to just Google "Mosquitoes" and see what you get. ;b


Where do mosquitoes come from when they come to the US?

Mosquitoes have been around since the beginning of time. They breed in muddy areas, stagnant waters and temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. So to answer your question, they are "born in the USA."


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