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Using citronella candles to repel mosquitoes is an age-old practice, one that continues in gardens across the UK. There have been questions about the science behind the citronella candle and whether citronella candles really repel bugs. While it\u2019s true that citronella isn\u2019t the strongest repellent for bugs such as mosquitoes, it is one of the gentlest, non-toxic and enjoyable forms of bug repellent. What would you rather: slather yourself in insect repellant, or enjoy the night air with a delicately scented candle? We know we\u2019d rather an evening spent masked in the sweet smell of citronella, rather than covered in sticky bug repellent.<\/p>\n
Citronella is a naturally occurring oil which insects are repelled by. Citronella is made from distilling lemongrass<\/a>, so the smell you smell is ultimately lemongrass. The main thing that citronella candles do is mask the smell of you, which is what blood-sucking insects are excited by.<\/p>\n Ideally, an aromatherapy candle such as a citronella candle should be burnt for at least an hour for the first time. The fragrance<\/a> will come into its bug-repelling own when the candle has been burned between three and four hours. Bear this in mind and perhaps think about lighting it before your friends arrive in order to make sure it\u2019s keeping the bugs away.<\/p>\n Before each burn you should trim the wick, and don\u2019t forget to place your candle on a heat-resistant surface.<\/p>\n Ideally you need a few candles per six feet, and don\u2019t forget to think carefully about wind direction. Always use candles with care and never leave them unattended.<\/p>\n When looking for a citronella candle, aim to get environmentally friendly wax, such as soy, and lead-free wicks, which are both better for the environment.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Here are a selection of citronella candles which will not only look nice in your garden, they will also provide the citronella protection that you need from night-time bugs in the warmer weather.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t miss our round up of botanical scented candles.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\nHow to use citronella candles<\/h2>\n
The best citronella candles to buy in the UK<\/h2>\n
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